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Welcome! If you're building a new software or tech venture, come play with us at our virtual MasterMinds Startup Accelerator workshops. The Startup Council is a community service group dedicated to supporting early stage software founders and accelerating technology growth companies. See you soon!
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Free Startup Fundraising Office Hours Expert AMA with Angel Investor Scott Fox!
·OnlineOnlineStartup 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.
Want to find angel investors? Practice your investor pitch? Have questions about raising venture capital? How to find product/market fit? Pitch decks? Building your team? Protecting your intellectual property? Starting a company as a first-time, female, or minority founder? We're here to help!
A free, fun, friendly livestream 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.
NOW NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Just join us at call time here:
https://www.startupcouncil.org/startup-office-hoursWHEN: 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.startupcouncil.org/startup-office-hours
https://www.linkedin.com/company/startupcouncil
https://www.youtube.com/scottfox (with Live Chat!)HAVE A STARTUP QUESTION to ask Scott ON CAMERA? Or want to practice your INVESTOR PITCH?
You'll get helpful, free expert feedback LIVE if you RSVP in advance!
Submit your Startup Question or Pitch summary here BEFORE the show to get the ON CAMERA participation link: https://startupcouncil.org/sohsrsvp
Priority Access for StartupCouncil.org Members
Priority for on camera questions and pitch practice is given to startup Member companies listed on StartupCouncil.org. Learn More and join now at https://StartupCouncil.org/join
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…
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The Business Show Miami
Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL, USThe Business Show Miami 2026 is where ideas spark and businesses thrive. Bringing together 6,000+ entrepreneurs, startups, and SMB decision-makers, this is the United States’ leading event dedicated to business growth.
Across two high-impact days, attendees will explore 200 exhibitors and gain insights from 100 expert-led seminars, all designed to deliver practical strategies, meaningful connections, and measurable results.
Whether you're scaling a startup, optimizing operations, or positioning your brand in a competitive market, this event provides tailored solutions to today’s most pressing business challenges.What You’ll Gain
- Actionable growth strategies from seasoned experts
- Insights into expanding tech ecosystems and innovation hubs
- Guidance on navigating rising operational costs
- Tactics to stand out in saturated markets
- Direct access to investors, service providers, and decision-makers
- Powerful networking opportunities with thousands of peers
Key Topics Covered
This educational and networking-focused event spans core business disciplines, including:
- Strategy & Management
- Marketing & Sales
- Finance & Legal
- Technology & Product
- Human Resources
- Design & Brand Development
- Business Development & Networking
Who Should Attend?
- Founders & Co-Founders
- Startup & SMB Employees
- Investors
- Consultants & Service Providers
If you’re ready to convert innovative concepts into tangible outcomes, this is an essential event for your 2026 calendar.
Event Details
Hosted by: Business Show Media
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center – Hall C
Miami Beach, USA
Dates & Times (EST):- Wednesday, April 29, 2026: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday, April 30, 2026: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Attendance: 5,001–10,000 professionals
Admission: FREE
🎟️ Register for your free ticket HERE🔎 Learn more about the event HERE
Join thousands of ambitious professionals in one of the world’s most dynamic business hubs and unlock the next stage of your company’s growth.
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