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Automate. Scale. Succeed.
Next-gen AI Marketing Opportunities for Scaling Startups…
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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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Thank you to Medical Innovation Exchange | MIX, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council!
Medical Innovation Exchange | MIx is an organization of medical technology professionals fostering innovation and collaboration in healthcare.
It holds educational and networking events for health care, life sciences, and medical device people and companies in Orange County, CA…
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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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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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Thank you to LooperRoom, Inc., a Premium Life Science Member of the OC Startup Council!
LooperRoom, Inc.is a paradigm shifter in the field of mental health. They have developed a mental health application based on artificial intelligence and virtual reality that has become a tool for both clinicians and patients to bridge the time period between psychotherapy sessions. Their team of experts is utilizing cutting edge technology and creating AI software that will revolutionize psychology and mental health services…
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FREE Event, Limited Capacity! RSVP Now – First Come, First Serve!
Theme: Beyond the Event – Because the impact doesn’t end when the event does…
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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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OPEN HOUSE to celebrate the evoNexus startup incubator in Irvine REOPENING!
To celebrate their re-opening they plan to have an OPEN HOUSE with food and drinks at their new location…
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Thank you to xBlueprint.co, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council!
xBlueprint.co - An online collaborative software that makes innovations easy by providing tried and true mature software solutions that allows Chinese EV (Electric vehicles) companies to cut their new product development time by half. Now they are providing it to all the business around the world: Automotive and beyond…
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AI is reshaping how they think about technical debt.
Join StubHub's VP of Engineering to explore this critical intersection…
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Thank you to Piper, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council!
Piper is a lifestyle company that produces innovative accessories for busy lives designing and sell high-end, organic, washable bags inspired by the Newport aesthetic and California casual luxury.
They focus on the new and pandemic-appropriate idea that there should be innovative canvas bags (for busy lifestyles), that are as easily washable as clothes. Piper was founded out of their founder's own experiences/needs, living in NYC as a professional and new parent…
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Product Entrepreneurs: Here's Your BIG Chance!
Applications are now open for this year's CoCreate Pitch, the world’s leading product-driven startup competition!
Bold entrepreneurs are invited by the Global Entrepreneurship Network, Alibaba.com, and StartupCouncil.org to share your vision, connect with top global manufacturers and investors, and compete for a share of $1 million in prizes. Finalists will pitch LIVE at flagship events in Las Vegas, USA and London, UK…
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ANTrepreneur Center’s AI Innovation Challenge Team Qualifies for Hult Prize Nationals
The UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center is proud to announce that a team of student entrepreneurs, led by Nathan Wong (Economics, Class of 2026), has secured a spot in the national round of the prestigious Hult Prize competition…
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Welcome to Sightbox, a new Supporting Member of the OC Startup Council!
Sightbox is a founder-led strategic brand, design, and development agency specializing in AI and tech startups—trusted by VCs and high-growth startups, we help visionary founders define their positioning, sharpen their story, and accelerate go-to-market…
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The evoNexus startup incubator is thrilled to announce its reopening with a new location!
They are inviting the local startup community to a lively Open House filled with delicious food and refreshing drinks to mark the occasion…
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Welcome toNoel Technologies, a new Member of the OC Startup Council!
Noel Technologies - Semiconductor technology services to provide innovation and solutions for BioMEMs and life Science market…
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