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OCSC Renewing Bronze Sponsor: Rutan & Tucker, LLP

Thank you to Rutan & Tucker, a renewing Bronze 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 05/19/2025 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Sponsor Spotlight: Abby Martin, President at Amplēo HR

Ampleo provides small businesses with flexible, scalable HR, finance, marketing, valuation, and sales tax solutions here in Orange County—delivering the right amount of HR at the right time to fuel growth without the overhead. The firm is an important part of the Orange County tech startup ecosystem, and a Bronze Sponsor of the OC Startup Council. Enjoy this exclusive interview... Read more →

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Posted on 05/14/2025 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

AI and SaaS: Revolutionizing Logistics

Thanks to our Silver Sponsor Ardas for this thought leadership article outlining best practices for startup development: AI in Logistics: Redefining the Industry Scaling Courier Communication SaaS with AI RAG: A Success Story In 2025, while expert discussions about the evolution of SaaS continue, one truth remains: SaaS is here to stay. The real question isn’t whether SaaS will endure... Read more →

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Posted on 05/07/2025 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Joining the OCSC gets your startup noticed...

Want investors to learn about your startup? Or want to attract more startup clients? Your company should join the OC Startup Council! Everyone in the startup community can send us your news, announcements, events, and jobs. And is your accounting firm, design agency, software development team, law firm, or venture capital fund listed in the OC Startup Ecosystem Directory? How... Read more →

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Posted on 05/05/2025 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources, OCSC Member Benefits | | Comments (0)

Beyond Fit: How Speedsters Win the Startup Race

A Thought Leadership article we liked from Valor Ventures: Speed is the New Seed: What Founders Need to Know To Attract A Top Seed Round Lead Now The pace of top startup software adoption is accelerating at an unprecedented rate. The graph showing how quickly ChatGPT reached 100 million users in just two months is a testament to this. For... Read more →

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Posted on 04/30/2025 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025: Apply Now for Global Recognition!

The 2025 Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) is now open for applications. The program offers startup founders worldwide a chance to pitch on a global stage for a share of US$1.5 million in cash prizes plus additional investment opportunities and growth support. But EWC is more than just a global pitch competition with a shot at life-changing prizes. It elevates entrepreneurs... Read more →

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Posted on 04/28/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Boosting Efficiency with AI for Orange County Entrepreneurs

Thanks to Premium Member SA Technologies Inc. for this thought leadership article outlining best practices for startup growth: Driving AI Innovation: How Orange County Startups Can Boost Efficiency and Accelerate Growth As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the business world, Orange County’s thriving startup community has more opportunities than ever to leverage AI to boost efficiency, reduce operational costs,... Read more →

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Posted on 04/23/2025 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Free Pitch Practice Startup Office Hours - Tuesday Night

This month's free Startup Fundraising Office Hours #livestream is Tuesday, April 15 at a new time: 9:00PM PT! Startup Founders: Bring your startup questions and challenges to the Startup Council’s FREE founder support online “Office Hours”. Get FREE expert Silicon Valley advice to help you start and grow your venture. Want to find angel investors? Practice your investor pitch? Have... Read more →

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Posted on 04/09/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

From Seed to Series A: Turbocharge Your Startup’s Journey

A Thought Leadership article we liked from Valor Ventures: Accelerating From Seed to Series A Are you a seed-stage startup aiming for a Series A, but the milestones seem out of reach? You’re not alone. According to Carta’s Peter Walker, fewer than 15% of startups reach Series A in under 24 months. This isn’t changing any time soon. Accelerating From... Read more →

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Posted on 04/02/2025 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Join the Fun at the 2025 Irvine Dream Run!

Register now for the 2025 Irvine Dream Run Here’s your chance to run around the iconic Great Park Balloon at the 2025 Irvine Dream Run on the morning of April 26! Runners and walkers will have the option to participate in a 5K or a 3K – or both – in Orange County’s biggest park. The giant tethered orange helium... Read more →

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Posted on 03/31/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

AI's Role in Daily Life: Importance and Impact

Thanks to Sponsor Pegasus One for this thought leadership article outlining best practices for startup software products: What Does AI Do for Us? Exploring the Disadvantages of AI: A Balanced View of Pros and Cons The Growing Presence of AI in Everyday Life : Why AI is important today Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a major force in shaping the... Read more →

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Posted on 03/26/2025 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Startup Fundraising Strategy & Pitch Practice Office Hours Replay! [VIDEO]

Our free Startup Fundraising Video Office Hours help early stage company founders raise money for their startups. The fun, friendly live video Q&A sessions answer financing and strategy questions from entrepreneurs from all over the world with FREE expert startup advice. The latest free lunchtime session hosted by our CEO, Scott Fox, was March 18. To watch the new Startup... Read more →

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Posted on 03/26/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

A Decade of Growth Hacking: Then vs. Now

An article we liked from Thought Leader Andrew Chen of Andreessen Horowitz: 10 years after "Growth Hacking" What's changed and what's new More than a decade (!!) ago, I wrote Growth Hacker is the VP of Marketing predicting that traditional marketing teams were soon to be disrupted. In particular, I made several provocative points: In the future, Marketing will require... Read more →

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Posted on 03/26/2025 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

The Beckman Legacy in Orange County

Do you know why you see the name "Beckman" all across Irvine, including on streets and even a high school? It's part of the impressive scientific and philanthropic legacy of Dr. Arnold O. Beckman that continues today through the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation. Read on to learn Dr. Beckman's story and about his pioneering scientific work! In 1934 Arnold... Read more →

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Posted on 03/19/2025 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

AI's Productivity Potential: A Bright Future Ahead?

An article we liked from Thought Leader Azeem Azhar: AI’s productivity paradox: how it might unfold more slowly than we think From steam engines to GPTs: the long road to productivity I want to play a game of counterfactuals. If artificial intelligence disappoints as a technology, why might that be? Historically, technologies like the steam engine and personal computers boosted... Read more →

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Posted on 03/17/2025 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Startup Attorney Referrals & Introductions

Want to find a lawyer for expert legal advice on your startup’s financing, incorporation, intellectual property, or litigation? Lawyers who specialize in startup ventures can be difficult to find. But the OC Startup Council can help. We can introduce you to expert startup attorneys free! Want to find a lawyer to help your startup grow or raise money? Have questions... Read more →

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Posted on 03/12/2025 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources, OCSC Member Benefits | | Comments (0)

OCSC Gold Sponsor: Withum

Thank you to Withum, a 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 you... Read more →

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Posted on 03/05/2025 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Women Entrepreneurs: Join Leatherby Center’s Business BOOST Series

Ready to grow your business and connect with like-minded women? The Leatherby Center Women Entrepreneur Initiative & Women Leaders of Octane/Octane OC present the Business BOOST Series—a nine-week online program designed to equip you with the knowledge, resources, and confidence to grow and thrive. Entrepreneurship is both an art and a science. Growing a business takes knowledge, strategy, and the... Read more →

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Posted on 03/05/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Sponsor Spotlight: Andrew Ryzhokhin, CEO at Ardas

Ardas is a premier outsourcing software development company dedicated to delivering innovative and customized technology solutions for startups here in Orange County. The firm is an important part of the Orange County tech startup ecosystem, and a Silver Sponsor of the OC Startup Council. Enjoy this exclusive interview with Andrew Ryzhokhin, CEO, to learn more about what Ardas does and... Read more →

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Posted on 03/03/2025 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Startup Fundraising Strategy & Pitch Practice Office Hours Replay! [VIDEO]

Our free Startup Fundraising Video Office Hours help early stage company founders learn how to raise money for their startups. The fun, friendly live video Q&A sessions answer financing and strategy questions from entrepreneurs from all over the world with FREE expert startup advice. The latest free lunchtime session hosted by our CEO, Scott Fox, was February 25. To watch... Read more →

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Posted on 03/03/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

OCSC Silver Sponsor: Ardas

Thank you to Ardas, a Silver Sponsor of the OC Startup Council! Ardas is a premier outsourcing software development company with 19 years of experience, dedicated to delivering innovative and customized technology solutions. They have successfully implemented SaaS solutions and marketplaces for over 100 businesses across the US, UK, and Nordic region. Their expertise includes product design, MVP development, AI... Read more →

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Posted on 02/26/2025 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Sign Up Now for April's Irvine Dream Run!

Registration Now Open for the 2025 Irvine Dream Run Here’s your chance to run around the iconic Great Park Balloon at the 2025 Irvine Dream Run on the morning of April 26! Runners and walkers will have the option to participate in a 5K or a 3K – or both – in Orange County’s biggest park. The giant tethered orange... Read more →

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Posted on 02/24/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

Free Pitch Practice Startup Office Hours - Tuesday

This month's free Startup Fundraising Office Hours #livestream returns Tuesday, February 25 at a new time: 9:30PM PT! Startup Founders: Bring your startup questions and challenges to the Startup Council’s FREE founder support “Office Hours”. Get FREE expert Silicon Valley advice to help you start and grow your venture. Want to find angel investors? Practice your investor pitch? Have questions... Read more →

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Posted on 02/19/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

The Future of Fintech: AI-Driven Solutions and Data Transformation

Thanks to our Silver Sponsor Ardas for this thought leadership article outlining best practices for startup development: How AI is Changing Fintech Personalized Services and Data Transformation with Ardas This is the third part of the AI-related cluster from the Ardas AI experts. This time, they’ve prepared valuable insights on how AI-powered systems are aiding fintech startups in facing main... Read more →

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Posted on 02/19/2025 in OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

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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Posted on 02/10/2025 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startup Resources | | Comments (0)

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