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OCSC Renewing Gold Sponsor: Withum

Thank you to Withum, a renewing Gold Sponsor of the OC Startup Council! Withum is an accounting firm that is focused on Advisory, Tax, and Audit Services. They are a forward-thinking, technology-driven advisory and accounting firm committed to helping their clients be more profitable, efficient, and productive in today's complex business environment. They provide the industry expertise and innovative solutions... Read more →

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Orange County's ONSCREEN Expands to iPads and Android Tablets

ONSCREEN Simplifies Senior Care by Bringing Its 'Joy' AI Companion to iPads and Android Tablets A new era of care: ONSCREEN Joy is an AI companion that reduces social isolation, increases engagement, supports aging in place, and enhances quality of life UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- ONSCREEN, Inc., a senior care technology innovator, today announced that it has... Read more →

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Love Always Wins Event 2/14/25

In a world that feels more divided than ever, many have lost faith in love’s power. But what if love isn’t just an emotion or belief—it’s a scientifically proven force? Join Chapman Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics Friday, February 14 from 12:00PM to 1:30PM at Chapman Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics, 549 W Palm Ave, Orange,... Read more →

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Renewing OCSC Sponsor: UCI ANTrepreneur Center

Thank you to UCI ANTrepreneur Center, a renewing Sponsor of the OC Startup Council! UCI ANTrepreneur Center serves as a critical innovation hub within the University of California, Irvine, fostering entrepreneurial skills and promoting start-up culture among students, faculty, and surrounding community. The center caters towards undergraduate students, providing resources, workshops, mentorship, competitions, and networking opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs. It's... Read more →

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Sponsor the Irvine Dream Run 2025!

The call is out for sponsors to be part of the 2025 Irvine Dream Run at the iconic Great Park Balloon this April. Sponsors will get their name in front of up to 1,000 participants (runners and volunteers) in the 5K and the 3K as well as logo placement on the race shirt and in promotional materials, mention in press... Read more →

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OCSC New Premium Startup Company Member: AgentMatch.AI

Welcome to AgentMatch.AI, a new Premium Member of the OC Startup Council! AgentMatch.AI is a platform designed to transform how people find and connect with real estate agents. By leveraging AI to make unbiased, data-driven agent recommendations, they empower homebuyers and sellers to navigate one of life’s most significant financial decisions with confidence and transparency. Their platform tackles the longstanding... Read more →

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Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of SoCal VC Panel + Reception 2/20/25

Join Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of SoCal's premiere VC Panel & Reception event. Join them Thursday, February 20 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM at United Talent Agency, 9336 Civic Center Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. ​6-7pm Networking + Cocktails + Bites 7-8pm Welcome + Panel 8-9pm Reception ​Thank you to their Gold Sponsor: Morrison Foerster and to their Silver Sponsor: goodfin... Read more →

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Mastering Cap Tables: Key Components Every Entrepreneur Should Know

An article we liked from Thought Leaders Hambleton Lord & Christopher Mirabile of Seraf: Who Owns What - Understanding Early Stage Capitalization Tables [Part I] Several years ago, I was speaking to a colleague of mine. He was trying to decide between two great job offers, and was having a difficult time making a final decision. When I asked him... Read more →

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Renewing OCSC Startup Company Member: TheoremReach

Thank you to TheoremReach, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council! TheoremReach connects app users with market researchers, rewarding users for their opinions with in-app currency while providing valuable insights for businesses. TheoremReach is an Inc 5000 software platform that connects app users with market researchers through in-app surveys. Users earn virtual currency for sharing their opinions, while researchers... Read more →

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Your Startup Friends? Your Accountant? Your Investors? Your Lawyers?

Everybody has a network: Your boss, colleagues, mentors, lawyers, investors, accountants, classmates, startup friends… Could you please forward this newsletter to them with a quick invitation to subscribe for free? We could use your help expanding the reach of the work the OC Startup Council does to support local entrepreneurs and deal flow for our community. Twice every week the... Read more →

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OCSC Gold Sponsor: Rutan & Tucker, LLP

Thank you to Rutan & Tucker, a Gold Sponsor of the OC Startup Council! Rutan & Tucker has been a pillar of the Orange County business community for over 100 years. As part of its involvement with the community, Rutan & Tucker has been a great supporter of start-ups and other entrepreneurial ventures. While the landscape and industries in Orange... Read more →

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Sustainable Communities: Solutions in Resiliency 2/20/25

Join Sustain SoCal for Sustainable Communities: Solutions in Resiliency! Join them Thursday, February 20 from 1:00PM to 7:00PM at UCI Beall Applied Innovation @ the Cove, 5270 California Ave, # 100, Irvine, CA 92617. After a successful launch in 2024, they are bringing this event back to discuss community concerns including climate readiness, housing affordability, resilience in the face of... Read more →

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Dive into AI with Persona-Based Techniques

Thanks to our Sponsor Pegasus One for this thought leadership article outlining best practices for startup software products: Unlocking the AI Brain: A Dive into Persona-Based Prompt Engineering In the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, understanding how to effectively communicate with AI models has become as crucial as the technology itself. This comprehensive guide explores the fascinating concept of the... Read more →

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Renewing OCSC Member: Nakunj Inc

Thank you to Nakunj Inc, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council! Nakunj Inc boasts over two decades of mastery in Data Analytics and AI, offering cutting-edge solutions to real-world challenges with proven expertise and successful implementations, they lead with innovation and thought leadership. With over two decades of unparalleled expertise in Data Analytics and AI, Nakunj Inc stands... Read more →

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New OCSC Startup Member: AdvisorX, Inc.

Welcome to AdvisorX, Inc., a new Member of the OC Startup Council! AdvisorX, Inc. leverages Artificial Intelligence to deliver personalized financial education, behavioral insights, and wealth management tools, democratizing access to expert-level financial planning for everyone. AdvisorX uses advanced Artificial Intelligence as well as Machine Learning to revolutionize comprehensive financial planning by delivering accessible education, tailored insights, and intuitive tools.... Read more →

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Hiring in Orange County? Post your OC IT and High Tech Jobs with us!

OC Tech Jobs Board: Hiring in Orange County for technical or software company positions? Submit your job listings and open positions here to the OC Startup Council so we can help you recruit for Orange County technology companies. Do you have open IT or related positions you’d like to hire for like these? You can post your IT, software, and... Read more →

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FREE All-Star OC Investor Pitch Workshop for Fundraising Founders - 2/6

OC Founders: Connect with an all-star panel of local angel and VC investors to gain actionable insights to improve your startup pitches! Join the Orange County Inland Empire SBDC for an engaging and impactful FREE workshop designed to help startup founders perfect their investor pitch with personalized coaching from top local investors and startup experts. Hosted by Cynthia West, Director... Read more →

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OC's Troy High Students Win 2024 CA-40 Congressional App Challenge

Rep. Young Kim Names CA-40 Congressional App Challenge Winners Chino Hills, CA – The Office of U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40) announced that Troy High School students Stanley Wang, from Chino Hills, and Jack Liu are the winners of the 2024 CA-40 Congressional App Challenge. Their app, “Gluconnect,” aims to support those with diabetes by turning any standard blood-sugar meter,... Read more →

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New OCSC Bronze Sponsor: Amplēo

Welcome to Amplēo, a new Bronze Sponsor of the OC Startup Council! Amplēo provides seasoned professionals on a part-time basis to help your organization reach its full potential faster. Amplēo’s team of fractional leaders have made the business journey dozens of times and know how to uncover game-changing opportunities and avoid common pitfalls. Whether you need the financial wisdom of... Read more →

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New OCSC Member: InVitro Capital

Welcome to InVitro Capital, a new Investor Member of the OC Startup Council! InVitro Capital builds and funds companies from idea to exit. Their hands-on approach transforms untapped sectors into scalable, profitable enterprises, delivering exceptional returns through autonomous AI solutions and cutting-edge innovation. As builders, not just investors, they strategically deploy capital and expertise to disrupt high-potential industries, driving growth... Read more →

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