What we’re about
OC Tech is a community of technology professionals in Orange County, California. With a network of nearly 8,000 members, the group provides a fun and supportive environment for embracing the startup culture, making new friends, finding investors, investing in companies, learning about cutting-edge technology, and generally being a good human being.
See ALL the startup events in Orange County at https://OCStartupCouncil.org
Whether you're just beginning your startup journey or are a seasoned serial tech entrepreneur, there's something for everyone. OC Tech hosts a variety of events focused on tech and entrepreneurship, including educational panels, industry-relevant speaker series, social events for networking, and more.
Startups in the group's network have raised tens of millions of dollars, and speakers have come from virtually every industry, including AI, Virtual Reality, Blockchain, Web3, Nutrition, Information Technology, SaaS, and even Wine Making!
The group's mission is to connect entrepreneurs with investors, students with mentors, and job seekers with employers, creating a vibrant community of like-minded individuals who are driving the future of technology in Orange County.
If this sounds like a group for you, then join us, and we will see you at our next event.
Upcoming events
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OC Tech Community Winter Bash 12/16/25
Mess Hall at FLIGHT, 1705 Flight Way, Tustin, CA, USGet ready for the biggest multi-community tech mixer of the year!
RSVP using the link - https://luma.com/6l2v7qbu
For the first time ever, 8 leading Orange County tech groups are joining forces for a night of high-impact networking, food, and festive fun.
Join them Tuesday, December 16 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM at Mess Hall at FLIGHT, 1705 Flight Wy, Tustin, CA 92782.
What to Expect:
- Networking: Connect with hundreds of professionals from a diverse range of tech fields—from Design and AI to Software Engineering and Entrepreneurship. This is the single best way to meet talent and leaders across the entire OC tech ecosystem.
- Venue & Food: Mess Hall at FLIGHT is a premier food hall with multiple vendors and a full-service bar. Food and drinks are self-pay.
GET MORE EVENT INFO HERE…
Want more events? Please see the full OC Startup Events Calendar here.
And, get startup events emailed to you automatically by joining the Free Startup Events Email List here:
https://www.ocstartupcouncil.org/startup-news9 attendees
•OnlineFree Startup Fundraising Video Office Hours Q&A with Angel Investor Scott Fox!
OnlineStartup Founders: Bring your startup questions to the FREE founder support “Office Hours”. Get FREE expert Silicon Valley advice to help you start and grow your venture.
Want to find angel investors? Practice your investor pitch? Have questions about raising venture capital? Finding product/market fit? Pitch decks? Building your team? Protecting your IP? Starting a company as a first-time, female, or minority founder? The Startup Council is here to help!
A free, friendly livestream show for startup founders and friends worldwide, our mission is to increase access to innovation and investment for all. Join Startup Council CEO, Scott Fox, for valuable startup strategy advice, fundraising expertise, and networking, too.
FREE TICKETS LINK: https://startup-office-hours.eventbrite.com
WHEN: The 4th Tuesday of every month at 900pm US Pacific Time (aka 12 midnight US ET).
That's WEDNESDAY at 5.00am UTC / 9.00am GST / 10.30am IST / 3.00pm AEST for our friends in Asia, Australia, MENA, and India.
AT SHOW TIME YOU CAN WATCH & CHAT LIVE AT ANY OF THESE CHANNELS:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/startupcouncil
https://www.youtube.com/scottfox (with Live Chat!)
https://www.facebook.com/clickmillionaire
Podcast: http://scottfoxradio.com/
HAVE A STARTUP QUESTION to ask Scott ON CAMERA? Or want to practice your Investor Pitch?
Submit your Startup Question or Pitch summary here BEFORE the show to get the ON CAMERA participation link: https://startupcouncil.org/sohsrsvp
You'll get helpful, free expert feedback LIVE if you RSVP in advance!
Your Host & Moderator: Scott Fox, CEO of the Startup Council, Chairman of Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs SoCal (Orange County), ecosystem builder & speaker, investor in 30+ startup companies, serial startup founder, best-selling entrepreneurship author of Click Millionaires, Internet Riches, more…
SPONSORS
StartupCouncil.org is a community service group helping founders worldwide to accelerate the success of their early stage startups! Our mission is to help entrepreneurs and investors globally by increasing access to relationships, expertise, and innovation capital, especially for first-time, minority, and under-represented founders. Join the Startup Council and SUBSCRIBE to the free Startup Council email lists HERE: https://www.startupcouncil.org/newsletters
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SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE FOR FREE VIDEO REPLAYS
Want great FREE Startup Advice NOW? Click to SUBSCRIBE & see previous shows now at https://www.youtube.com/scottfox
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By attending/watching all participants recognize that advice given is PUBLIC, is for entertainment/informational use only, agree to release, indemnify, hold harmless, defend, and pay defense costs for all organizers from any and all liability or claims, and consent to use and public sharing in any media of any information, photos, or videos taken.8 attendees
•OnlineMIX Office Hours with Robb Fahrion 12/18/25
OnlineUnlock the power of AI-driven marketing tools for your MedTech startup.
RSVP using the link - https://luma.com/8qsnfdbp
Join MIX Office Hours with Robb Fahrion, CEO of Flying V Group, where he’ll break down the most effective AI tools and strategies founders can use to accelerate growth, streamline content creation, and sharpen GTM execution.
Join them Thursday, December 18 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM via Zoom.
What to expect:
- Actionable, founder-friendly marketing frameworks
- Live Q&A to troubleshoot your specific challenges
GET MORE EVENT INFO HERE…
Want more events? Please see the full OC Startup Events Calendar here.
And, get startup events emailed to you automatically by joining the Free Startup Events Email List here:
https://www.ocstartupcouncil.org/startup-news5 attendees
Past events
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