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Welcome to the OC Startup Council's friendly local Orange County list of public events for entrepreneurs, marketers, technologists, growth company founders, and small business owners! Submit your events, too!
We offer a free curated list of Orange County's best small business, Internet marketing, technology, life sciences, and startup events to help you start and grow your business. Join us to learn about the latest technology opportunities, Internet marketing strategies, apps, technology, and tools, make valuable new business connections, and have some fun, too.
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A service of the OC Startup Council (OCSC), these event listings are dedicated to supporting early stage venture founders and accelerating biotech, medtech, software, and high tech entrepreneurship in Orange County. [https://OCStartupCouncil.org](https://ocstartupcouncil.org/)
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Google I/O extended Lab: Workshop & Hackathon 6/20/26
Villa Way, Newport Beach, CA, USDive into the cutting-edge world of technology with their 'Google I/O Innovation Lab' event.
RSVP using the link - https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-newport-beach-presents-google-io-extended-lab-workshop-amp-hackathon/
Perfect for developers eager to expand their skills, this event offers a unique opportunity to get hands-on experience with the latest Google I/O technologies recently unveiled.
Join them Saturday, June 20 from 10:00AM to 8:00PM at Villa Way, Newport Beach, CA 92663. Avon Street Parking Lot, free parking with code Trolley26. Take the Trolley to stop 3 and walk to the venue.
Join them for an immersive workshop preparation session where their expert facilitators will guide you through the new tools and APIs. Following this, engage in an exhilarating Hackathon challenge where you can put your newfound knowledge to the test in creating an innovative project. Showcase your skills and creativity to win exciting prizes.
Want more events? Please see the full OC Startup Events Calendar here.
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The End of Generic AI 6/23/26
2807 Villa Way, Newport Beach, CA, USWhy every industry will build its own intelligence system
RSVP using the link - https://luma.com/ovks0ebk
AI is moving beyond chatbots, prompts, and generic tools.
Join them Tuesday, June 23 from 6:00PM to 7:00PM at 2807 Villa Way, Newport Beach, CA 92663.
The next wave will be vertical: AI systems built around the workflows, decisions, and intelligence of specific industries.
Want more events? Please see the full OC Startup Events Calendar here.
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Free Startup Fundraising Video Office Hours Q&A 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:
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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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Waste & Circularity 6/25/26
UCI Beall Applied Innovation, Irvine, CA, USTime to talk trash!
RSVP using the link - https://sustainsocal.org/event/waste-circularity/
Audience members will learn about policies, technologies, and collaborations looking to close the loop on waste at their Waste & Circularity event.
Join them Thursday, June 25 from 1:00PM to 7:00PM at UCI Beall Applied Innovation, 5270 California Ave # 100, Irvine, CA 92617.
Join the Sustain Southern California as they discuss proper implementation of SB1393, SB54, SB1053, and more efforts towards responsible consumption.
Want more events? Please see the full OC Startup Events Calendar here.
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