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OC startups news: A free community service of the OC Startup Council, this OC startups blog is dedicated to promoting the growth of early stage technology and life science startups in the Southern California community. Read on for the latest news updates from around the Orange County, California high tech, software, hardware, medtech, biotech, and life sciences startup ecosystem -... Read more →

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Posted on 08/16/2018 in OC Life Sciences Startups, OC Startup Companies, OC Startup Deals, OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup Events, OC Startup Investors, OC Startup Jobs, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startup Pitch Winners, OC Startup Resources, OC Startups Raising Money, OCSC Member Benefits | | Comments (0)

AI's New Role in Transforming Startups

Thanks to our Silver Sponsor Ardas for this thought leadership article outlining best practices for startup development: How AI is Revolutionizing the Startup Ecosystem Part 1: Creating Real Value Beyond the Hype With the startup ecosystem more competitive than ever and skyrocketing customer expectations, using AI has become a mere necessity, not just an option. From automating daily tasks and... Read more →

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Posted on 12/09/2024 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Renewing OCSC Member: Endee™

Thank you to Endee™, a renewing Member of the OC Startup! Endee™ offers a range of services in product development and marketing, catering to businesses looking to innovate and market their products effectively. Their holistic approach ensures that products not only meet technical standards but also resonate with consumers, enhancing overall business growth and success. OC Startup Ecosystem Directory Category:... Read more →

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Posted on 12/09/2024 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners | | Comments (0)

BioTech Startups: Calling all Orange County Startups!

We’re looking for more BioTech Startups here in Orange County. Do you know any? Why? We need more BioTech Startup listings to build the most complete list of startups in Orange County! (Check the BioTech Startups page of the OC Startups Directory so far. Is your company listed yet?) Join the OCSC to Get Your Orange County BioTech Startup Noticed... Read more →

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Posted on 12/09/2024 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

New OCSC Startup Member: Hi-hey

Welcome to Hi-hey, a new Member of the OC Startup Council! Hi-hey is a cutting-edge AI-powered platform designed to revolutionize how teams engage in outreach and communication. Tailored for sales, recruitment, PR, and communications teams, Hi-Hey streamlines messaging by enabling leaders to create, customize, and distribute high-performing prompts across entire teams, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency in every interaction. OC... Read more →

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Posted on 12/09/2024 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News, OC Startups Raising Money | | Comments (0)

Renewing OCSC Gold Sponsor: Nelson Mullins

Thank you to Nelson Mullins, a renewing Gold Sponsor of the OC Startup Council! Nelson Mullins: Expert Legal Counsel to Startups and Investors Nationwide on Formation, Financing, Growth, and Exit. They are globally renowned for their high-quality, responsive, pragmatic representation of entrepreneurial tech, life sciences, and consumer enterprises and the investors who support them. With a compelling value proposition comprised... Read more →

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Posted on 12/04/2024 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startups Raising Money | | Comments (0)

Cast Your Vote for the Rocky™ Founders Choice Awards™

Are you an Orange County founder or investor who has benefited from the GrowthOC startup ecosystem? VOTE in the new ROCKY Awards to recognize our local innovation champions: 2024 Nominees: Alex Alvarez, Amil A., Anshuman Sinha, Ashish Saboo, Bill Carpou, Bracy Fuentes, A. Cathleen Greiner PHD, Chip F. Parker, Cynthia Kirkeby, Cynthia West, Ph.D., David Friedman, David Ochi, Farrah N.... Read more →

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Posted on 12/04/2024 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

Lower Your Taxes with Strategic Loss Selling

Thanks again to Withum for their Platinum Sponsorship support of the OC Startup Council. To learn more about Withum's accounting and advisory services. please contact Allen Goh, Technology & Emerging Growth Services West Coast Team Leader - [email protected]: Harvesting Tax Losses Written by Daniel Krolikowski, Partner at Withum Tax loss harvesting is an income tax planning strategy that involves selling... Read more →

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Posted on 12/04/2024 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Irvine's Muffin Announces Innovative Food Search App Launch

Muffin Brings Personalized Food Discovery to SoCal Muffin, a new food tech startup based in Southern California, is excited to announce the launch of its innovative food search app. Designed to cater to individual tastes and dietary preferences, Muffin helps users discover local dishes that match their personal flavor profiles, making dining out an even more enjoyable experience. With the... Read more →

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Posted on 12/04/2024 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

Renewing OCSC Member: Toronto Stock Exchange / TSX Venture Exchange

Thank you to Toronto Stock Exchange / TSX Venture Exchange, a renewing Member of the OC Startup! Toronto Stock Exchange / TSX Venture Exchange - Alternative to venture capital for high growth companies on TSX or TSXV. For high growth U.S. companies that: - have revenue - are raising Series B+ growth capital in the next year - have a... Read more →

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Posted on 12/04/2024 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners | | Comments (0)

New OCSC Startup Member: OptifiNow

Welcome to OptifiNow, a new Member of the OC Startup Council! OptifiNow is a cloud-based Sales and Marketing Platform designed to empower mid-market enterprise sales teams and improve performance. With key features like CRM, Sales Automation, Sales Enablement, and Reporting/Analytics, it provides fully configurable tools tailored to each customer’s sales processes. Focused on mid-market enterprises, OptifiNow acts as a fractional... Read more →

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Posted on 12/04/2024 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

Celebrating Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation's Nobel Prize Winner David Baker

Beckman Foundation Young Investigator David Baker Wins 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Congratulations to 1995 BYI David Baker, PhD, University of Washington Medicine Institute for Protein Design, and recipient of the 2024 Nobel Prize for his work predicting protein structures. He shares the prize this year with two Google DeepMind researchers who developed AlphaFold2. Dr. Baker joins fellow former Beckman... Read more →

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Posted on 12/02/2024 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners | | Comments (0)

TechCon SoCal 1/17/25 - 1/18/25 San Diego

Join TechCon SoCal 2025! TechCon SoCal is bringing together the brightest minds in technology, investments, academia and research who are driving innovation and defining the future. Join them Friday, January 17 to Saturday, January 18, 2025 from 7:30AM to 6:30PM at San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 92182. TechCon SoCal 2025 is an annual innovation and... Read more →

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Posted on 12/02/2024 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

OC's PulseFeedback Launches to Boost Team Management

OC Founder/Investor Launches New AI Startup Designed to Empower Teams PulseFeedback aims to revolutionize team management with deep insights and actionable recommendations PulseFeedback, a new AI-powered platform designed to enhance team management and employee engagement, announced its launch earlier this month. Founded by Orange County-based entrepreneur and investor Garrett Brown, PulseFeedback uses artificial intelligence to help leaders collect and analyze... Read more →

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Posted on 12/02/2024 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

OCSC Renewing Supporting Member: University Lab Partners

Thank you to University Lab Partners, a renewing Supporting Member of the OC Startup Council! University Lab Partners is a premier nonprofit wet lab incubator in Orange County, offering state-of-the-art facilities, global accelerator programs for early-stage life science companies, and workforce development and education for students and early-career professionals. OC Startup Ecosystem Directory Category: Incubators/Accelerators Startup Advisors Contact: Sandra Miller,... Read more →

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Posted on 12/02/2024 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners | | Comments (0)

Founders Forum: Inspire and Invest Talks 12/10/24

Interactive webinar series designed to equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge needed for startup fundraising success. Join Orange County Women's Business Center for the Founders’ Forum: Inspire and Invest Talks. Join them Tuesday, December 10 from 11:00PM to 12:00PM via Zoom. You'll receive the Zoom link via email on the day before the event. This session features Sheryl Utal, founder and... Read more →

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Posted on 12/02/2024 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

Renewing OCSC Healthcare Tech Startup Company Member: BodyGate Ai

Thank you to BodyGate Ai, a renewing Life Science Member of the OC Startup Council! BodyGate Ai: Revolutionizing healthcare for seniors with personalized AI-driven health insights, preventive care, and comprehensive support, empowering them to take control of their well-being. The forefront of transforming healthcare through advanced artificial intelligence. Focused on individuals and seniors aged 55 and above, BG's platform offers... Read more →

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Posted on 12/02/2024 in OC Life Sciences Startups, OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News, OC Startups Raising Money | | Comments (0)

Renewing OCSC Gold Sponsor: Rutan & Tucker, LLP

Thank you to Rutan & Tucker, a renewing 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... Read more →

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Posted on 11/25/2024 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Rocky™ Founders Choice Awards™ by TCVN and FoundersFlow™ 12/12/24

Celebrate at ROCKY™ Founders Choice Awards™ and holiday charity event benefiting The Eli Home hosted by TCVN and FoundersFlow. They are inviting founders in the community to nominate up to three individuals for a Rocky™ Award. Join them Thursday, December 12 from 5:00PM to 9:00PM at OneDigital, 7755 Irvine Center Dr 5th floor, Irvine, CA 92618. This award is for... Read more →

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Posted on 11/25/2024 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

Recognize Excellence: Nominate for National Small Business Week 2025

2025 NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS WEEK The SBA Orange County Inland / Empire district OFFICE is LOOKING to honor the Brightest and Best Small Businesses in Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Maybe this year will be your Turn! To nominate yourself or a small business owner in your area download related forms, criteria, and guidelines, visit sba.gov/nsbw. All nominations must... Read more →

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Posted on 11/25/2024 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Renewing OCSC Startup Company Member: Archytas Automation

Thank you to Archytas Automation, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council! Archytas Automation is creating upwardly mobile jobs by building capital efficient micr o factories in underserved communities and sustainably supporting customers locally. We are partnering with community colleges to develop robotics training modules so future robotics technicians are prepared to support expanding automation needs for industry. OC... Read more →

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Posted on 11/25/2024 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News, OC Startups Raising Money | | Comments (0)

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