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IGNITE 22: Global Tech Showcase 5/1/25

IGNITE22: Global Tech Showcase contributing to build a stronger blue economy. Braid Theory is excited to announce the latest edition of IGNITE22. Join them Thursday, May 1 from 8:00AM to 5:00PM at Braid Theory at AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles Berth 60, San Pedro, CA. This highly curated event brings together innovators in the blue economy shaping the... Read more →

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Posted on 04/16/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

OCSC Silver Sponsor: Fidelity Private Shares

Welcome to Fidelity Private Shares, a new Silver Sponsor of the OC Startup Council! Fidelity Private Shares helps companies manage equity and ownership operations, organize and secure documents, plan and automate fundraisings faster, and improve communication and access with their board and stockholders. The Fidelity Private Shares cap table platform is the all-in-one tool that will help founders prepare for... Read more →

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Posted on 04/14/2025 in OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners | | Comments (0)

TiE Investor Summit 2025 | 4/28/25

TiE SoCal is excited to invite OCSC members to the TiE Investor Summit 2025. The Investor Summit will be one of the largest gatherings of startup investors in Southern California, and a a hotbed for Networking, discussing Trends, & Deal-making. Join and meet hundreds of investors worldwide for top quality speakers, informative panels, and high quality startup pitches. This year's... Read more →

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Posted on 04/14/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

OCSC Renewing Startup Company Supporting Member: Snoopreport

Thank you to Snoopreport, a renewing Supporting Member of the OC Startup Council! Snoopreport: Maximize your Instagram marketing performance with our activity tracking built for Instagram marketing professionals. Adjust your content based on trend insights, target Influencers, and opinion leaders, confirm engagement among certain users, and understand your audience like no one else can. OC Startup Ecosystem Directory Category: Analytics... Read more →

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Posted on 04/14/2025 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

OCSC Renewing Startup Company Member: Fia Skin and Beauty

Thank you to Fia Skin and Beauty, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council! Fia Skin and Beauty: The patent-pending FiaMask uses AirPrimer Technology which will take over the $250m liquid makeup primer market with 20 second daily treatments at home. Fia Skin and Beauty is a pre-revenue startup based in Newport Beach, California. This beauty tech company is... Read more →

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Posted on 04/14/2025 in OC Life Sciences Startups, OC Startup Companies, OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

New OC Startup Job Listings: SEGA of America, AXON Networks, Obsidian Entertainment, CottonAge

Orange County startups are hiring engineers and developers! Check out these new digital media designer, devOps engineer, and engine programmer job opportunities: SEGA of America, Incorporated - Digital Media Designer - Irvine A rapidly expanding video games publisher and developer within the western market. AXON Networks - DevOps Engineer - Irvine Delivers a robust AI-driven, analytics-based orchestration platform. Obsidian Entertainment... Read more →

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Posted on 04/14/2025 in OC Startup Jobs, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

4/30 Happy Hour: Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs + Partner Universities & MBAs

Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of Southern California invites you to an Orange County Happy Hour in Irvine! Come to meet entrepreneurs, startup enthusiasts, investors and friends of alumni groups and clubs including host Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of SoCal and the Orange County Stanford Alumni Association, plus: The Wharton Club of Southern California Stanford GSB Alumni in Orange County University... Read more →

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Posted on 04/09/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News | | 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)

Renewing OCSC Startup Company Member: Universal Informatics LLC

Thank you to Universal Informatics LLC, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council! Universal Informatics LLC - Their Universal UI technology is the cheapest and easiest way to create software products that work on virtually any device. A software technology company that unifies platforms and universalize solutions. Their technologies allow faster and cheaper development of products that can be... Read more →

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Posted on 04/09/2025 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News, OC Startups Raising Money | | Comments (0)

OCSC Renewing Startup Company Member: CYVATAR.AI

Thank you to CYVATAR.AI, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council! CYVATAR.AI: Cybersecurity as a Service - Fully Managed Security Strategy: From implementation and configuration to continuous remediation, Cyvatar makes cybersecurity effortless for your business. Cyvatar makes cybersecurity effortless for all by delivering successful outcomes using exceptional people, processes, and technologies. As the first subscription cybersecurity as a service... Read more →

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Posted on 04/09/2025 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup Ecoystem Profiles, OC Startup News, OC Startups Raising Money | | Comments (0)

New OC Startup Job Listings: LeoTech, Flamefront, TP-Link Systems Incorporated, IronOrbit

Orange County startups are hiring engineers and developers! Check out these new back end engineer, aerospace engineer, and mobile app development engineer job opportunities: LeoTech - Back End Engineer - Senior - Irvine Enhances public, personnel, and correctional facility safety. Flamefront - Aerospace Engineer - Orange County Creating advanced jet propulsion for unmanned defense platforms. TP-Link Systems Incorporated - Mobile... Read more →

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

Tech Coast Angels Face to Face with Investors Returns 4/21/25

Join TCA Venture Group for their signature round table "Face to Face" sessions, where you'll get to meet dozens of local investors, diving deep into Q&A discussions designed to enlighten and inspire you, the driving force of entrepreneurship. Join TCAVG on Monday, April 21 from 4:00PM to 8:00PM at Chapman University Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship & Business Ethics, 549 W.... Read more →

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Posted on 04/07/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners | | Comments (0)

SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurs 2025 (SCCE-25) 4/19/25

SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurship 2025 (SCCE-25) is the premier gathering for entrepreneurs, students, business leaders, and investors, uniting for a day filled with innovation, inspiration, and opportunity. This annual event celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels Southern California’s economy, fostering connections, learning, and growth for aspiring and seasoned professionals alike. Join them Saturday, April 19 from 12:30PM to 6:00PM at CSU... Read more →

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Posted on 04/07/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

New OCSC Healthcare Tech Startup Member: Life Backup Plan

Welcome to Life Backup Plan, a new Life Sciences Member of the OC Startup Council! Life Backup Plan is a proactive safety, care, and healthtech app with intelligent check-ons, response automation, secure medical data sharing, and neighborhood assistance—your Digital Guardian Angel providing peace of mind. Life Backup Plan by Galacxia, Inc. is a female founded, certified woman owned small business.... Read more →

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Posted on 04/07/2025 in OC Life Sciences Startups, OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News, OC Startup Partners, OC Startups Raising Money | | Comments (0)

Apply Now: Women Founders Network’s Junior VC Program

Applications for the 2025 Junior Venture Capitalist Program are now open! The mission of Next Generation Investors is to raise awareness, inspire and prepare the next generation of women venture capitalists and investors through education and real-life experiences. Young women in grades 9-12 are invited to apply to become Junior Venture Capitalists (Jr. VCs). The program is unique and created... Read more →

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Posted on 04/07/2025 in OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

The Future of Food 4/17/25

Food is evolving, and technology is transforming how we grow, access, and consume it. From vertical farming and alternative proteins to blockchain-powered traceability and smart kitchen technology, innovation is reshaping the industry. Join Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship & Business Ethics on Thursday, April 17 from 4:30PM to 6:30PM at the Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics, 549 W. Palm... Read more →

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Posted on 04/07/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

UCI's ANTrepreneurs Inspire: KMR Live's Viral Success

Interview with KMR Live: Building a Legacy Through Music The UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center is excited to highlight entrepreneurs and share their personal experiences, achievements, and brilliant insights. We invite you to join us as we celebrate these ANTrepreneurs and get inspired by their stories. In today’s increasingly online world, the doors are open for anyone to share their thoughts,... Read more →

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Posted on 04/07/2025 in OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News | | 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)

OCSC New Premium Startup Company Member: SA Technologies Inc

Welcome to SA Technologies Inc, a new Premium Member of the OC Startup Council! SA Technologies Inc - Offshore Hiring Solutions for Startups. They have helped 100's of startups scale up hiring using our India and South America operations. With over 20 years of expertise, their refined approach to offshore hiring helps startups halve the time needed to onboard skilled... Read more →

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

Founders Forum: Inspire and Invest Talks 4/8/25

Join OC WBC for Founders’ Forum: Inspire and Invest Talks, an interactive series designed to equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge and strategies needed for startup fundraising success. Their April session features Joy Fairbanks, an experienced investor, advisor, and educator who specializes in guiding early-stage tech startups across industries. Join them Tuesday, April 8 from 11:00AM to 12:00PM via Zoom. As... Read more →

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

Renewing OCSC Healthcare Tech Startup Company Member: MedLance

Thank you to MedLance, a renewing Life Sciences Member of the OC Startup Council! MedLance: Empowering medical technology development by connecting companies and startups with world-class MedTech freelancers. At MedLance, they facilitate the growth of medical technology talent using a digital platform framework. Founded by MedTech professionals, they know the challenge of finding quality, on-demand resources, and healthcare information. Their... Read more →

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Posted on 04/02/2025 in OC Life Sciences Startups, OC Startup Companies, OC Startup News | | Comments (0)

Sales Workshop - Effective Meetings 4/10/25

Join the Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics for the final installment of its Sales Workshop Series, Effective Meetings: Driving Engagement & Achieving Results. This interactive session will equip you with essential strategies to lead productive meetings, strengthen business connections, and drive meaningful discussions. Join them Thursday, April 10 from 5:00PM to 7:00PM at 549 W Palm Ave, Orange,... Read more →

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Posted on 04/02/2025 in OC Startup Events, OC Startup News | | 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)

Renewing OCSC Sponsor: Pegasus One

Thank you to Pegasus One, a renewing Sponsor of the OC Startup Council! Pegasus One: Epic software product development for Startups and SMBs, Mobile-first and Cloud-native intelligent applications. Pegasus One eliminates the pain and guides its customers throughout the process to develop and manage high-performance and scalable software products. Pegasus one focuses on software products related to online learning, logistics,... Read more →

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

REALIZE Life Sciences Accelerator Applications Webinar #1 | 4/9/25

Are You Ready to Accelerate your Medical Device, Diagnostic or Digital Health Innovation? The REALIZE Accelerator Program supports early-stage health tech startups that are ready to refine their business model, gain expert feedback, and prepare for investment. Join them Wednesday, April 9 from 12:00PM to 12:30PM via Zoom. If you’re ready to grow your company in the medical devices, diagnostics,... Read more →

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

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