What sets exceptional leaders apart—when they’re working in the same environment, playing by the same rules, and with the same resources as everyone else?
Join Greater Irvine Chamber for the 2025 Exemplars in Leadership event and find out…
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Welcome to Evergreen Biotech Inc., a new Life Science Member of the OC Startup Council!
Evergreen Biotech Inc.builds sustainable, biodegradable bioreactors that rival traditional systems in performance while eliminating single-use waste. Their mission is to democratize biomanufacturing—providing affordable, high-quality tools that open the door for more innovators to succeed in biotech and cultivated meat production…
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Reed Smith LLP Joins TCVN as Title Sponsor to Support SoCal's Next Generation of Startup Founders
IRVINE, Calif. - July 22, 2025 - PRLog -- Tech Coast Venture Network™ (TCVN), Southern California's longest-standing founder-first startup organization, is proud to announce its official Title Sponsorship partnership with Reed Smith® LLP, a global law firm known for its deep expertise in supporting entrepreneurs, venture-backed companies, and the investors who fund them…
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Join Women Entrepreneurs @ Chapman for an energizing and transformational evening with powerhouse speaker, executive coach, and global changemaker Scharrell Jackson.
With decades of experience as a C-suite leader, board member, and champion for women in business, Scharrell brings heart, humor, and hard-won wisdom to every room she steps into…
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Thank you to Withum, a Gold Sponsor of the OC Startup Council!
Withum is an accounting firm that is focused on Advisory, Tax, and Audit Services.
They are a forward-thinking, technology-driven advisory and accounting firm committed to helping their clients be more profitable, efficient, and productive in today's complex business environment. They provide the industry expertise and innovative solutions you need to Be in a Position of StrengthSM…
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This month's free Startup Fundraising Office Hours #livestream is Tuesday, August 26 at 9:00PM PT!
Startup Founders: Bring your startup questions and challenges to the Startup Council’s FREE founder support online “Office Hours”. Get FREE expert Silicon Valley advice to help you start and grow your venture…
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Thanks to our Silver Sponsor Ardas for this thought leadership article outlining best practices for startup development:
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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