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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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Speed Networking Event 2/9/26
Laguna Niguel City Hall, 301111 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA, USCome to SCORE Orange County no-cost Speed Networking event!
RSVP using the link - https://www.score.org/orangecounty/event/speed-networking-event-3
During each fast-paced session, participants from the business community will network in a group setting and then quickly alternate their seating to connect with other professionals.
Join them Monday, February 9 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Laguna Niguel City Hall, 30111 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677.
Bring your business cards and have your elevator speech ready!
NETWORK AND CONNECT
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My Journey Panel + Reception | presented by Mofo 2/10/26
Please register to see the exact location of this event., Los Angeles, CA, USJoin Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of Socal's premiere “My Journey” Panel & Reception presented by Mofo at Creative Artists Agency.
RSVP using the link - https://luma.com/qr2vzqum
This is a unique opportunity to hear from diverse Stanford leaders as they discuss how Stanford shaped their careers, the skills they value most, and advice for recent alumni and professionals.
Join us Tuesday, February 10 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at Los Angeles, CA. Please register to see the exact location of this event.
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor: Morrison Foerster, Silver Sponsor: SkaFld Studio and Bronze Sponsor: Finix. Wine by Landmark Vineyards.
Capacity is limited and guest plus-ones are not permitted.
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Legal Workshop: Intellectual Property, Copyrights and Trademarks 2/12/26
The Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics, 549 W. Palm Ave., Orange, CA, USThis workshop is designed to give entrepreneurs practical, accessible guidance on the key legal issues that every new business faces.
RSVP using the link - https://22561610.hs-sites-na2.com/events-form-legal-essentials-for-startup-entrepreneurs
Big ideas deserve strong protection.
Join them Thursday, February 12 from 4:30PM to 6:30PM at The Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics, 549 W. Palm Ave., Orange, CA 92868.
This February, learn how to navigate essential legal foundations—from safeguarding your ideas to structuring your work with intention. This interactive workshop offers practical guidance and real-world examples to help you build with confidence from day one.
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OCMBA Valentine's Day Hike/Walk - Crystal Cove 2/14/26
Crystal Cove State Park, Beachcomber Parking, Los Trancos, Newport Beach, CA, USJoin fellow OCMBA members for a fun Saturday morning of networking and socializing during their 3 mile walk at Crystal Cove!
RSVP for the Event on Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ocmba-valentines-day-hikewalk-crystal-cove-tickets-1979959100970
This Valentine's Day, show some 'love' to your b-school alma mater by joining them at their first-ever OCMBA Hike/Walk!
Join them Saturday, February 14 from 9:00AM to 11:00AM at Crystal Cove State Park (Meet at Upper Los Trancos Parking Lot - Beachcomber Parking, Los Trancos, Newport Beach, CA 92657).
Have fun catching up with friends and making new ones while enjoying the outdoors and the beauty of Crystal Cove! Feel free to bring a friend or your significant other! Single? Perhaps you'll meet someone new at the walk!
Hike/Walk Timeline:
- 9:00 am - Meet near the Beachcomber Shuttle Pick-Up of the Los Trancos Parking Lot (Beachcomber Parking ) located on the eastside of PCH. Allow for extra time to park as there is only one person working the gate at the entrance to parking lot.
- 9:05 am- Attendee Introductions
- 9:15 am - 3 mile hike/walk begins (group photo taken at halfway point)
- 10:45-11:00am - Return to Los Trancas Parking Lot
This is a FREE event to attend - you just need to pay for parking in the lot.
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