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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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Upcoming events
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Business Accelerator: From Idea to Launch | Wednesdays, 8/5/26 - 8/26/26
OC Workforce Solutions - North, 675 Placentia Ave., Ste 330, Brea, CA, USThis 4-part business accelerator series is designed to educate participants in planning, formation, and preparation to launch their small business/microbusiness.
RSVP using the link - https://www.ocworkforcesolutions.com/event-details/business-accelerator-from-idea-to-launch-3
At the end of the program, attendees will have the knowledge to get their business up and running.
Join them Wednesdays, August 5 to August 26, 2026 from 2:30PM to 4:00PM at OC Workforce Solutions - North, 675 Placentia Ave., Ste 330, Brea, CA 92821.
Course Outline:
Week 1 - Wednesday, August 5: Ideation, Planning, Mindset
Week 2 - Wednesday, August 12: Market Research, Business Formation
Week 3 - Wednesday, August 19: Financials, Projections, Revenue Streams
Week 4 - Wednesday, August 26: Branding, Marketing, Social MediaWant more events? Please see the full OC Startup Events Calendar here.
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Water Solutions 11 8/13/26
UCI Beall Applied Innovation, Irvine, CA, USOVER A DECADE OF SOLUTIONS
RSVP using the link - https://sustainsocal.org/event/water-solutions-11/
Join Sustain Southern California for Water Solutions 11.
Join them Thursday, August 13 from 1:00PM to 7:00PM at UCI Beall Applied Innovation, 5270 California Ave # 100, Irvine, CA 92617.
Past event topics have included water recycling and reuse, anti-contamination efforts, groundwater replenishing, data applications, and desalination projects.
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Ideation to Action: Do You Have a Business Idea Worth Pursuing? 8/13/26
Greater Irvine Chamber, 36 Executive Park, Ste. 100, Irvine, CA, USGreater Irvine Chamber's Founder's Journey Workshop Series Helps Innovators Turn Ideas into Action
RSVP using the link - https://network.greaterirvinechamber.com/calendar/Details/founder-s-journey-workshop-series-ideation-to-action-do-you-have-a-business-idea-worth-pursuing-1842054
Not every founder starts with fully realized business plan. Innovation starts with someone who sees a better way.
Join them Thursday, August 13 from 4:00PM to 6:00PM at Greater Irvine Chamber, 36 Executive Park, Ste. 100, Irvine, CA 92614.
Many founders simply recognize a problem that needs solving, identify an opportunity others overlook, or ask a simple question: What if there were a better way?
Whether you're exploring your first business idea, developing an innovative product, growing an existing business, or looking for practical strategies to help your organization evolve, the Greater Irvine Chamber's August Founder's Journey Workshop Series provides the tools, guidance, and expert insight to help move your ideas forward.
Tickets are only $10 for OCSC members.
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Founder Beach Walk 8/14/26
Newport Pier, Newport Beach, CA, USFounder Beach Walk is a relaxed Friday morning for founders, builders, and creatives who want to meet good people and make real connections.
RSVP using the link - https://partiful.com/e/hzVFnzAtIUcp72UGA138
No pitch decks. No name tags. Just movement, ocean air, and conversations worth having.
Join them Friday, August 14 from 9:30AM to 12:00PM at Newport Pier, Newport Beach, CA 92663. Street parking is available along Balboa Blvd and surrounding streets. The Newport Pier public parking lot is located directly at the pier. Metered parking applies — bring quarters or use the ParkMobile app.
This month's theme: Early Traction
What did your first real traction look like, and what did you do to get there?
Attendees can enjoy 10% off at Newport Coffee Co. on the morning of the event.
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Past events
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