How to Structure Your First Funding Round Without Giving Away Too Much

The earliest capital decisions you make will shape everything that follows, economically, operationally, and personally. Here's how to be intentional about them…

OC Startup News, OC Startup ResourcesAngela IglesiaMay 6, 2026Guest Post, Startup, First Funding, Founders, Esse Law, Capital Raising, Startup Funding, Shaheen Sheik-Sadhal, Fund Raising, entrepreneur, Shaheen Sheik Sadhal, valuation

Founder Beach Walk 5/8/26

They're back — and this time it's monthly!

Founder Beach Walk is a relaxed Friday morning for founders, builders, and creatives who want to meet good people and make real connections…

OC Startup Events, OC Startup NewsAngela IglesiaMay 4, 2026Founder Beach Walk, Orange County, startups, Newport Beach, Limon, networking, Networking, founder, entrepreneur, beach walk

IIT2026 4/22/26-4/25/26

Innovate, Ignite, Thrive at IIT 2026 Next Week

Celebrating 75 years of excellence, the IIT2026 Conference is a historic global gathering of visionaries, entrepreneurs, technologists, and changemakers - right here in Southern California!…

OC Startup Events, OC Startup NewsAngela IglesiaApril 13, 2026IIT 2026, IIT2026 Conference, Southern California, entrepreneur, technology, Long Beach, innovation, startup, Orange County

Apply Now: Pepperdine’s 2026 Startup Competition

Pepperdine Most Fundable Companies 2026 Applications Open

Pepperdine University’s 2026 Most Fundable Companies startup competition is now open for Round 1 applications!…

OC Startup NewsAngela IglesiaApril 13, 2026Southern California, Startups, entrepreneur, investment, venture capital, startup funding, Angel Investor

Founder Beach Walk 4/10/26

Limon is bringing back their Founder Beach Walk — a relaxed morning for founders, builders, and creators who want to meet good people and make founder friends.

This is for people building something, figuring it out as they go, and wanting more connection in the process…

OC Startup Events, OC Startup NewsAngela IglesiaApril 6, 2026founder, entrepreneur, networking, community building, Founder Beach Walk, Newport Beach, Limon

Orange County Stanford Happy Hour with Top Partner Schools 3/11/26

Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of Southern California invites you to an Orange County Happy Hour in Irvine with Top Partner Schools!

Come to meet entrepreneurs, startup enthusiasts, investors, and friends of alumni groups and clubs including hosts Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of Southern California and the OC Stanford Alumni Association!…