Help identify the next KPMG Tech Innovator in the US
Do you know a tech entrepreneur whose innovation could help change the future?
This is an opportunity to nominate a standout company for the KPMG Tech Innovator in the US competition. They are looking for tech innovators who are breaking new ground and helping to reshape the future…
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Join TiE Los Angeles for an evening of connection, conversation, and community as they explore the leaders and ideas driving Orange County's innovation ecosystem forward…
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An article we liked from Thought Leaders William Godfrey of Tangible and Judith Ketelslegers of World Economic Forum:
Venture capital built the technology. Asset-based finance can scale it…
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Why every industry will build its own intelligence system
AI is moving beyond chatbots, prompts, and generic tools…
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Orange County startups are hiring engineers and developers!
Check out these new sr design verification engineer, technical project manager and network & systems administrator job opportunities:…
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XPRIZE Launches Hackathon With $2 Million Prize Pool, Backed by Google
XPRIZE, the world's leader in designing and operating large-scale incentive competitions to solve humanity’s grand challenges, backed by Google, today announced the Build with Gemini XPRIZE at Google I/O…
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This month's free Startup Fundraising Office Hours #livestream is Tuesday, June 23 at 9:00PM PT!
Startup Founders: Bring your startup questions and challenges to the Startup Council’s FREE founder support “Office Hours”. Get FREE expert Silicon Valley advice to help you start and grow your venture…
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Thanks to Portola Valley Partners, a renewing Supporting Member of the OC Startup Council!
Portola Valley Partners provides unique growth, investment, and M&A services to data-focused, emerging-growth software companies…
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Applications Open – TiE Women 2026!
Applications are now open for the TiE Women Program 2026, a global initiative that champions women founders and their growth journeys…
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QSBS – Section 1202
Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) is one of the most advantageous provisions in the tax code.
It refers to stock issued by a qualified small business that meets specific criteria outlined in section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code. Investors who hold QSBS for more than 5 years may be able to exclude from gross income up from 100% of any capital gain realized on the sale of QSBS…
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Thank you to Omnigarde LLC, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council!
Omnigarde LLC is a startup company with an aggressive plan to become a leader in the biometric security market using artificial intelligence (AI)…
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Dive into the cutting-edge world of technology with their 'Google I/O Innovation Lab' event.
Perfect for developers eager to expand their skills, this event offers a unique opportunity to get hands-on experience with the latest Google I/O technologies recently unveiled…
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Welcome to NorthStar People Advisory, a new Member of the OC Startup Council!
NorthStar People Advisory - Fractional CPO/CHRO for founders: Building the people foundations to grow without breaking: strategic hiring, org design, comp and equity, onboarding, and the structure that keeps things moving, scales with you, and sets the stage for what comes next…
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Stanford Angels Startup Spotlight: Cohort 1 Applications are Open!
Stanford 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…
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Founded by Students, for Students: UC Irvine Student Startup Takes 1st Place in OC’s Biggest Pitch Competition
IRVINE, CA / June 1, 2026 / A team of UC Irvine students won $30,000 at the Stella Zhang New Venture Competition on May 21st…
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Thank you to Xpede, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council!
Xpede provides fast, reliable and affordable on-demand delivery of personal & business items (like keys, cell phones, dry cleaners, office files, etc.), packages (60 lbs. & under), and envelopes (regular and legal) to local communities and businesses…
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Join the next AltaSea Open House: Advancing modern innovation through the blue economy and California jobs.
A free public event exploring how ocean innovation is creating new opportunities for California communities, workforce development, and sustainable economic growth…
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Thank you to Allied Advisers, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council!
Allied Advisers is a boutique investment bank that specializes in mergers & acquisitions and capital raise services for technology companies…
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