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Withum offers an unmatched network of resources designed to ensure that Founders and Executives have the skilled assistance necessary to mitigate taxes, maximize wealth, and achieve their goals…
Read MoreThis event brings local entrepreneurs together for meaningful connection, honest business conversation, and peer learning — with a focus on growth, financial clarity, payments, systems, and building a business that scales sustainably…
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 MoreWhether you're exploring your first business idea, developing an innovative product, growing an existing business, or looking for practical strategies to help your organization evolve, the Greater Irvine Chamber's August Founder's Journey Workshop Series provides the tools, guidance, and expert insight to help move your ideas forward…
Read MoreNot every founder starts with fully realized business plan. Innovation starts with someone who sees a better way…
Read MoreNot every founder starts with fully realized business plan. Innovation starts with someone who sees a better way…
Read MoreJoin Builders & Backers Network, OCAI and Ticket 500 for a practical legal strategy conversation for founders, business owners, investors, creators, and operators building real companies, brands, and deals…
Read MoreFor years you've asked the Orange County Startup Council to help promote startup events in Los Angeles too…
Read MoreAn article we liked from Thought Leader Chris Tottman of Notion Capital:
Most founders raise like they are hoping…
Read MoreStanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of Southern California (SAESC) is launching Startup Spotlight, a six-month program selecting 8 SoCal founders for free visibility and access within our investor and builder network…
Read MoreCIBA Startups is where the startup world meets…
Read MoreThis event brings the right mix of people into one room…
Read MoreSeed to Pre-Series A with proven traction and ready for your next chapter? This is your event…
Read MoreGiving wiiings to first time founders
When: Wednesday, June 3, 6:00PM to 10:00PM…
Read MoreThis in-person event brings together investors, founders, and university leaders who are actively building a more inclusive and opportunity-rich startup landscape…
Read MoreThe finalists for the 2026 Stella Zhang New Venture Competition have officially been selected!
Join them on May 21 at 5 PM to watch UCI’s top student founders pitch live at the Grand Finale…
Read MoreIRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Founders, investors, and industry leaders are coming together to promote and celebrate innovation, entrepreneurship, and community for the first-ever Irvine Tech Day on the second weekend of May…
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