Posts tagged Southern California
TCVN Welcomes Former Irvine Mayor to Drive Founder-First Growth

Former Irvine Mayor Farrah Khan Joins Tech Coast Venture Network Board

IRVINE, Calif. - July 31, 2025 - PRLog -- Tech Coast Venture Network (TCVN), Southern California's longest-standing founder-first startup organization, proudly announces the appointment of Farrah N. Khan, former Mayor of Irvine, to its Board…

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SoCal Deep Tech Symposium 9/18/25

Exploring the Next Frontier of Innovation

A curated event featuring a keynote and panels that reveal valuable insights into the unique opportunities and challenges of commercializing deep tech innovations…

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Sponsor Spotlight: Ivan Gonzalez, Founder and CEO at IG1 Communications

IG1 Communications is an award winning company based in Southern California. They produce great looking videos that help their clients stand out from the crowd and get that much needed capital.

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 with Ivan Gonzalez, Founder and CEO, to learn more about what they do and how their work is helping local founders and startup companies succeed in Orange County:…

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Joe Rinehart on Startup Grit, Strategic Capital and the Cove Fund Edge

From Operating Room to Boardroom

Joe Rinehart on Founding, Fundraising, and the Power of the Cove Fund Network

In the world of medical technology startups, few stories encapsulate the complexities of entrepreneurship and the value of strategic capital like that of Joe Rinehart, founder and CEO of Perceptive Medical. A practicing anesthesiologist turned repeat entrepreneur, Rinehart sits uniquely at the intersection of innovation and investment — not only leading a MedTech company but also serving as a Limited Partner (LP) in Cove Fund. In a recent conversation with fellow Cove Fund LP and operator Roger Van Duinen, Rinehart reflected on his dual role, the enduring lessons of entrepreneurship, and how the Cove Fund network has shaped his journey…

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TCVN Announces Arabian Prince Joins Board to Empower OC Founders

Legendary N.W.A. CoFounder & Tech Visionary OG Arabian Prince Joins Tech Coast Venture Network Board

IRVINE, Calif. - July 31, 2025 - PRLog -- Tech Coast Venture Network (TCVN), Southern California's longest-standing founder-first startup organization, proudly announces the appointment of OG Arabian Prince — founding member of the iconic group N.W.A., tech futurist, and venture partner at INOV8 Capital — to its Board…

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OC’s ONSCREEN Launches Joy Calls

ONSCREEN Launches 'Joy Calls' Phone Based AI Assistant for Seniors

The company has created a friendly AI companion that calls seniors on the phone, offering companionship, reminders, and wellness check-ins; nationwide availability coming soon

SoCal Seniors Get New ‘Joy Calls’ Service Free: An AI Companion That Combats Loneliness and Isolation Over the Phone…

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TCA VG and Gulf South Angels Unite to Accelerate Early-Stage Investment

Gulf South Angels and TCA Venture Group Announce Strategic Relationship to Accelerate Investment and Innovation

IRVINE, Calif. and NEW ORLEANS (July 15, 2025) — Gulf South Angels (GSA) and TCA Venture Group(TCA VG), two leading investment organizations, are pleased to announce a strategic relationship to expand deal flow, enhance collaboration, share deep sector expertise, and leverage advanced tools and platforms for more effective investment decisions…

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