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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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.
And, get startup events emailed to you automatically by joining the Free Startup Events Email List here: https://www.ocstartupcouncil.org/startup-news
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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:
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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StartupCouncil.org: We're a community service group helping founders worldwide to accelerate the success of their early-stage startups! Our mission is to help entrepreneurs and investors globally by increasing access to relationships, expertise, and innovation capital, especially for first-time, minority, and underrepresented founders.
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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.
And, get startup events emailed to you automatically by joining the Free Startup Events Email List here: https://www.ocstartupcouncil.org/startup-news
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Building Orange County's Innovation Future 6/25/26
Serendipity Labs, 3200 Park Center Dr, 14th & 15th Floor, Costa Mesa, CA, USAnd Women in Brain Health & Innovation
Join TiE Los Angeles for an evening of connection, conversation, and community as they explore the leaders and ideas driving Orange County's innovation ecosystem forward.
RSVP using the link - https://events.tie.org/SoCal/Building-Orange-County-Innovation-Future-and-Women-in-Brain-Health-and-Innovation
Join them Thursday, June 25 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM at Serendipity Labs, 3200 Park Center Dr, 14th & 15th Floor, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Parking is in the structure directly behind the corporate tower off Park Center Drive and is $10. Go to the left after passing 3200 Park Center tower main entrance area. Do not park in the structure across the street from 3200 Park Center Drive.
Fireside Chat 1: Building Orange County's Innovation Future: Collaboration, Connectivity, and the Rise of OC Tech Week
Explore how collaboration among entrepreneurs, investors, universities, businesses, and community leaders is driving Orange County’s growing startup ecosystem. Learn how initiatives like OC Tech Week are helping startups gain visibility, attract investment, and create new opportunities for innovation and partnerships.
Save 25% off tickets with this promo code: OCSTARTUP25
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
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