About us
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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Webinar: From Seed to Series C: How to Build Investor Ready Financials 3/25/26
·OnlineOnlineJoin Withum’s Technology and Emerging Growth experts for a live webinar designed to teach startup CFOs and founders how to build investor‑ready financials, scale with confidence, and prepare for future capital events — without slowing growth.
RSVP using the link - https://www.withum.com/events/from-seed-to-series-c-how-to-build-investor?utm_source=orange%20county%20startup%20council&utm_medium=paid%20other&utm_campaign=tech&utm_content=event
Join them Wednesday, March 25 from 9:00AM to 10:00AM via online.
Featured Speakers:
- Lonnie Bloom, Partner, Technology & Emerging Growth
- Luca Panarelli, Partner, Technology & Emerging Growth
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-news
6 attendees
Alpha Persuade AI Summit 3/26/26
UCI Beall Applied Innovation @ the Cove, 5270 California Avenue # 100, Irvine, CA, USThe AlphaPersuade Summit returns in 2026.
RSVP using the link- https://www.rhetai.com/alphapersuade-summit26
Join Beall Applied Innovation and RhetAI Coalition once again for a day of groundbreaking research conducted by their coalition’s global teams, transformational keynotes by leading minds who are investigating AI’s persuasive power, and a plenary roundtable reunion of their inaugural keynote speakers to discuss what has changed in the world of AI and Persuasion since 2024.
Join them Thursday, March 26 from 8:30AM to 4:30PM at The Cove @ UCI Beall Applied Innovation, 5270 California Ave #100, Irvine, CA 92617.
Building on the innovative gathering of the first AlphaPersuade Summit, Beall Applied Innovation and the RhetAI Coalition invite you to connect with experts from across industry, academia, government, and not-for-profits who are working together to address AIs increasingly nuanced ability to persuade human behavior.
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-news
9 attendees
Newport Beach Investor Conference 3/26/26
Marriott Renaissance Hotel, 4500 MacArthur Blvd, Newport Beach, CA, USConnecting Visionary Investors with Next-Gen Opportunities in AI, Entertainment, CPG, Longevity, Medtech, Real Estate, Sports
RSVP for the Event on Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/newport-beach-investor-conference-ai-longevity-medtech-sports-tickets-1980798697225
This 1-Day Investor conference will bring together industry leaders, innovators, investors, and global investing opportunities.
Join them Thursday, March 26 from 10:00AM to 9:00PM at Marriott Renaissance Hotel, 4500 MacArthur Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92660.
Join 500+ investors and industry professionals for an exclusive, one-day gathering showcasing cutting-edge investment opportunities across sectors like AI, Blockchain, Consumer Products, Longevity, Medtech, Real Estate, and Sports Tech.
Save 50% off tickets with this promo code: OCS50
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-news
5 attendees
Beyond Automation: The Rise of Physical AI 3/26/26
HanaHaus Newport Beach, 3366 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA, USJoin GACC West and learn how AI can become a sustainable competitive advantage in the physical world.
RSVP using the link - https://luma.com/dekio36x
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming manufacturing: Not just through analytics and automation, but by embedding intelligence directly into machines, robotics, and production systems.
Join them Thursday, March 26 from 5:30PM to 8:30PM at HanaHaus Newport Beach, 3366 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA 92663.
As AI moves from digital dashboards into the physical world, companies face a new challenge: How to turn experimentation into scalable, production-ready impact.
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-news
6 attendees
Past events
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