Posts in OC Startup News
10 Steps to Investor‑Ready Fundraising in 2026

An article we liked from Thought Leader Garrison Gowens of Cake Equity:

10 Ways startups can prepare for a successful fundraise in 2026

As early-stage startups head into 2026, fundraising standards continue to tighten. Investors expect founders to bring organization, accuracy, and transparency to every aspect of their equity and financial structure…

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Application Deadline March 31: City of Irvine Offers $10,000 Grants

Grant Funding Available for Business Support Organizations

Up to $10,000 to Deliver Programs That Support Irvine Businesses

The Greater Irvine Chamber, funded by the City of Irvine, is awarding grants to chambers of commerce, business associations, and eligible nonprofit business-support organizations that provide services benefiting Irvine businesses…

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Support OC Startups: Become a Concept Paper Judge at SZNVC 2026

Call for Concept Paper Judges – Stella Zhang New Venture Competition

Volunteer as a Concept Paper Judge and support Orange County’s next-generation tech startups…

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New Angel Next Door Podcast: Founder / CEO of Ready, Set, Jet

Women Investing in Women: How Shalini Vadhera Blends Beauty, Biotechnology, and Space Innovation

What does it mean to truly disrupt an industry—and can one entrepreneur’s vision connect beauty, empowerment, and even space exploration?…

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Beyond Automation: The Rise of Physical AI 3/26/26

Join ​GACC West and learn how AI can become a sustainable competitive advantage in the physical world.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming manufacturing: Not just through analytics and automation, but by embedding intelligence directly into machines, robotics, and production systems…

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Newport Beach Investor Conference 3/26/26

Connecting Visionary Investors with Next-Gen Opportunities in AI, Entertainment, CPG, Longevity, Medtech, Real Estate, Sports

This 1-Day Investor conference will bring together industry leaders, innovators, investors, and global investing opportunities…

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OCSC Renewing Supporting Member: Barcelo, Harrison & Walker, LLP

Thank you to Barcelo, Harrison & Walker, LLP, a renewing Supporting Member of the OC Startup Council.

Barcelo, Harrison & Walker, LLP - Intellectual Property Attorneys - Experienced Counsel for Navigating the IP Minefield…

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2026 Women Entrepreneurs Business BOOST Series | Tuesdays, 3/24/26 - 5/19/26

Women Entrepreneurs @Chapman & Women Leaders of Octane Present: Business BOOST

Entrepreneurship is a state of mind. And that mindset is best supported by a clear vision, a defined purpose, and a well-calculated business model that delivers results…

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Renewing OCSC MedTech Startup Company Member: Digital Arches LLC

Thank you to Digital Arches LLC, a renewing MedTech Member of the OC Startup Council!

Digital Arches LLC creates innovative products that help dentists treat patients who need full mouth dental implant fixed rehabilitation with their Flagship Product, OPTISPLINT, cost effectively improves the efficiency of this complex procedure…

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Find a Startup Lawyer - Free Intros for You

Want to find a lawyer for expert legal advice on your startup’s financing, incorporation, intellectual property, or litigation?

Lawyers qualified to specialize in startup ventures can be difficult to find…

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Founders, Funders, & Physicians: MedTech Venture Reception 3/18/26

​An evening of connection, strategy, and perspective where founders, investors, and physicians come together to share ideas and shape the future of MedTech.

Join a private MIX members reception hosted by MIX | Medical Innovation Exchange, featuring a curated group of 60–80 MedTech innovators, investors, and clinical leaders…

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Renewing OCSC Startup Company Member: GW Apps

Thank you to GW Apps, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council!

GW Apps help small and medium sized businesses rapidly build web applications to modernize their operations, reduce costs and access new markets with No-Code…

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Renewing OCSC Member: Bold Array LLC

Thank you to Bold Array LLC, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council.

Bold Array LLC is a team of experienced and passionate designers, developers, information architects, marketers, interface designers and engineers that craft web & mobile applications from the ground up to build for future updates and compatibility…

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Entrepreneurs, Pitch Your Idea to the Shark Tank Casting Team!

Want your chance to swim with the Sharks?

Come pitch to the Shark Tank Casting Team in person at the Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship on April 10th!…

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