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Read MoreAn article we liked from Thought Leader Sara Zanzottera:
We won't ever manage to build an LLM that is smarter than us if we incentivize it to always agree with us…
Read MoreAn article we liked from Thought Leader Elroy Fernandes:
How to build an MVP startup in 2026 has changed dramatically with AI tools like Cursor and Lovable cutting build costs to under $10,000, but the mistake that kills most seed-stage companies hasn't changed at all…
Read MoreIn the dynamic environment of financial technology (Fintech), where the exchange of sensitive financial data is a daily occurrence, building and maintaining trust is key to building your company…
Read MoreAn article we liked from Thought Leader Noah Smith:
A lot, actually. But it won't look quite like what humans do with our intelligence...
Read MoreTry something NEW this year and apply to get your startup, accounting firm, design agency, software development team, law firm, or venture capital fund listed in the OC Startup Ecosystem Directory!…
Read MoreIs your company taking advantage of federal or state Research & Development Tax Credits yet?
As one of the largest and most broadly available corporate tax credits, there's a better chance your business qualifies than you might expect…
Read MoreCheck out the Orange County tech startup conferences, happy hours, workshops, meetups, and seminars our members are posting here…
Read MoreLawyers qualified to specialize in startup ventures can be difficult to find…
Read MoreWithum 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…
Read MoreTheir investments in the local startup economy help power small business creation, job growth, the #GrowthOC movement and the many free services the Startup Council offers to support diverse local founders, entrepreneurs, and startup ventures…
Read MoreThe new OCSC Startup Service Providers Chart!…
Read MoreAn article we liked from Thought Leader Chris Tottman of Notion Capital:
Most founders raise like they are hoping…
Read MoreAn article we liked from Thought Leader Mike Vernal:
There used to be a pretty straightforward playbook for building an enterprise software company…
Read MoreOrange County is a big place so it can be helpful to locate where new potential clients, partners, investors, or friends are located geographically…
Read MoreThe fun, friendly live video Q&A sessions answer financing and strategy questions from entrepreneurs from all over the world with FREE expert startup advice…
Read MoreAn article we liked from Thought Leaders William Godfrey of Tangible and Judith Ketelslegers of World Economic Forum:
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…
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