An article we liked from Thought Leaders Chris Tottman and Ruben Dominguez Ibar:
The Laws of Business: What Founders Need to Know in the US vs. Europe
Small Business OS: Thinking of starting your company in another country?…
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An article we liked from Thought Leader Doron York of City Side Ventures:
The Great Startup Valuation Delusion
Let's talk about startup valuations…
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A Thought Leadership article we liked from VC Unfiltered:
Startup Deal Room: Seed
A well-organized deal room can be a game-changer for startups seeking to attract investors, secure funding, or navigate due diligence processes…
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An article we liked from Thought Leader Shaheen Sheik-Sadhal of Esse Law:
Legal Basics for First-Time Founders: What You Need to Know
From incorporation documents to funding term sheets, these are the legal essentials that protect your equity, secure your intellectual property, and keep you in control of your company…
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An article we liked from Thought Leader Rex Woodbury of Daybreak Ventures:
Fund Math for Dummies
For Most Venture Funds, the Math Aint Mathing…
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I-CREATE Apps Open for Medical Devices and Diagnostics Technology
I-CREATE, powered by University Lab Partners, is seeking proposals for innovative diagnostic solutions and medical devices that support BARDA’s mission to advance public health emergencies for biological threats…
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The vision of TiE Women (tiewomen.org) is to embrace, engage and empower women entrepreneurs across the globe – irrespective of the size of the enterprises, origin, standing or background.
The vision is set to be achieved through a solid mission of sustainable and easy-to-adapt programming for all 61 chapters of TiE Global that will track the entire entrepreneurial journey with solid outcome metrics…
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How is the OC Startup Council doing? We would love to hear what you think about our free OC startup newsletters and services!
At the OC Startup Council we work hard to help support and accelerate everyone in the #GrowthOC startup ecosystem.
Our #free newsletters, website, directories, startup maps and charts, and events are all designed to help local entrepreneurs, investors, service providers, and community partners connect and collaborate…
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AI Innovation Challenge: Interview with Gillian Chen, Alina Yuan, Emily Gao Wang, and Kevin Li of Skinlife
In Fall Quarter 2024, the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center launched their brand-new AI Innovation Course.
The AI Innovation Course was designed to introduce students to the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in academia, professional industries, and entrepreneurship. This project-based course challenged students to develop AI-driven business ideas, implement AI tools in real-world applications, and present their projects in a clear, impactful manner. The AI Innovation Course culminated in a Final Demo Day, where students showcased their projects for a chance to win prizes…
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IG1 Communications is an award winning company based in Southern California. They produce great looking videos that help their clients stand out from the crowd and get that much needed capital.
The firm is an important part of the Orange County tech startup ecosystem, and a Bronze Sponsor of the OC Startup Council.
Enjoy this exclusive interview with Ivan Gonzalez, Founder and CEO, to learn more about what they do and how their work is helping local founders and startup companies succeed in Orange County:…
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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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