What we’re about
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 (4+)
See all- SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurs 2025 (SCCE-25) 4/19/25CSUF Titan Student Union, Fullerton, CA
SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurship 2025 (SCCE-25) is the premier gathering for entrepreneurs, students, business leaders, and investors, uniting for a day filled with innovation, inspiration, and opportunity.
RSVP for the Event using the link - https://www.socalentrepreneurship.org/
This annual event celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels Southern California’s economy, fostering connections, learning, and growth for aspiring and seasoned professionals alike.
Join them Saturday, April 19 from 12:30PM to 6:00PM at CSU Fullerton - Titan Student Union, 800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831.
Attendees will experience a dynamic lineup of activities designed to empower and elevate their entrepreneurial journey. The event offers free admission, making it accessible to all who want to engage with the region’s vibrant startup ecosystem. One of the key highlights is the live fast pitch competition, where student entrepreneurs from schools across Southern California will showcase their groundbreaking ideas to a panel of investors and industry experts, competing for funding and recognition.
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 - Face to Face with Investors 4/21/25Chapman University - Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics, Orange, CA
Join TCA Venture Group for their signature round table "Face to Face" sessions, where you'll get to engage closely with dozens of local investors, diving deep into discussions and Q&As that are designed to enlighten and inspire you, the driving force of entrepreneurship.
THIS IS A PAID EVENT – YOU MUST BUY A TICKET USING THE LINK. https://lu.ma/fvgkg3c3
Join them Monday, April 21 from 4:00PM to 8:00PM at Chapman University Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship & Business Ethics, 549 W. Palm Ave, Orange, CA 92868.
Agenda
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm: Check in, come early to mingle and experience delicious appetizers by Tea Modern Chinese.
4:45 pm - 5:00 pm: Beyond the Check!
How We Invest and Empower Your Startup to Thrive?- Dave de Csepel, Chairman, TCA Venture Group
- Cynthia West, Director of the Leatherby Center Chapman U.
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm: Funding Strategies in Economic Uncertainty
- Nardo Manaloto, Qubits Ventures Fund
- JC Ruffalo, Partner, The Cove Fund
- Dave de Csepel, Chairman, TCA Venture Group
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 - OC CTO Talks | How to deliver bad news 4/24/25Seven Co, Irvine, CA
Talk about the conversations no one wants to have—but every leader must master.
RSVP for the Event on Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oc-cto-talks-how-to-deliver-bad-news-tickets-1301437056269?aff=OCStartupCouncil
Delivering bad news is inevitable—how you do it defines your leadership.
Join CTO Talks Thursday, April 24 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at Seven Co, 5151 California Avenue #100, Irvine, CA 92617.
Strong leadership isn’t just about making the right decisions—it’s about delivering the hard ones with clarity and confidence. At this edition of CTO Talks OC, they’ll explore the art of navigating difficult conversations in leadership.
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 - Irvine Dream Run 4/26/25Great Park, Irvine, CA
Join Sunstone for the 2025 Irvine Dream Run!
THIS IS A PAID EVENT – YOU MUST BUY A TICKET USING THE LINK.
https://runsignup.com/Race/Register?raceId=160799&coupon=OCSCWhether you sign up for a 5k or a 3k – or both! – get ready to kick off this annual family-friendly event at the iconic Great Park Balloon.
Join them Saturday, April 26 from 7:30AM to 9:30AM at the Great Park, 8000 Great Park Blvd, Irvine, CA 92618.
Every entry includes a race shirt, medal, finish line photo, and access to the post-race expo complete with a bouncy house, live music, food trucks, booths from their vendors, and more.
Save 20% discount with promo code: OCSC_25
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
