What we’re about
See ALL the startup events in Orange County at https://OCStartupCouncil.org
Entrepreneurship is empowerment - and social capital is currency.
If you're working on business #1 ... or even business #100, this community is here to help make valuable connections with potential business partners or investors, as well as learn from experts regarding the skillsets and mindsets necessary to succeed in today's entrepreneurial environment.
Our members include but are not limited to: entrepreneurs, small business owners, corporate executives, company representatives, tech professionals, creative arts professionals, angel and accredited investors, startup experts, revolutionary startup entrepreneurs looking to change the world - or their local community (lean, bootstrap, crowdfunding, or venture capital focused), and people seeking to expand their professional development and/or network.
The Harvard Business Review has noted: "Face-to-face communication is the broadest bandwidth communication you can have in professional life", and we believe the current business environment will continue a transition towards what thought leader Seth Godin refers to as the "connection economy" - where value is increasingly created through the connections we make and less so through industrialism.
Therefore we endeavor to provide networking and educational events that will be uniquely effective in initiating professional connections, developing important relationships, and leveraging social capital to grow a business and increase personal influence.
It only takes one person to change our personal or professional lives. Undoubtedly, you will make new connections at our events likely to change yours... forever. Every event will have its own unique opportunities. Every. Single. One. It's "about time" to enhance your Networking ROI:
- Return on financial investment.
- Return on time investment.
- Return on emotional investment.
- Return on influence.
- Return on integrity.
- Return on ideas.
Thank you for your consideration in sharing this group with your network, and/or bringing a friend or business associate with you to our events. As author and thought leader Simon Sinek noted:
"We do not become great leaders, we do not fulfill our potential when we work to see ourselves grow or rise. It is when we devote ourselves to seeing those around us rise that we actually grow. And when the people we care about also work to see us grow, then they too will grow... The only true way for any of us to grow, to truly fulfill our full potential, is when we work to help others do the same."
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- OC CTO Talks | Andreas P. CEO at Leaders ADAPT & Jeff K. CTO at arcules 1/16/25LearningFuze, Irvine, CA
Kick off the new year with the first CTO Talks event in Orange County!
Join ArkusNexus and LearningFuze for CTO Talks in OC at Learning Fuze, featuring two extraordinary guest speakers!
RSVP for the Event on Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oc-cto-talks-andreas-p-ceo-at-leaders-adapt-jeff-k-cto-at-arcules-tickets-1109720888049?aff=OCStartUpCouncil
Join them Thursday, January 16 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at LearningFuze, 9200 Irvine Center Drive ## 200, Irvine, CA 92618.
Join them for an engaging evening featuring Andreas Pettersson, CEO of Leaders Adapt, and Jeff Kunzelman, CTO at Arcules, in a thought-provoking double talk. Together, they’ll dive into the key elements of leadership, emotional intelligence, and cultivating a thriving culture in tech organizations.
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 - TechCon SoCal 1/17/25 - 1/18/25San Diego State University, San Diego, CA
Join the TechCon SoCal 2025!
TechCon SoCal is bringing together the brightest minds in technology, investments, academia and research who are driving innovation and defining the future.
THIS IS A PAID EVENT – YOU MUST BUY A TICKET USING THE LINK. https://techconsocal.com/
Join them Friday, January 17 to Saturday, January 18, 2025 from 7:30AM to 6:30PM at the San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 92182.
TechCon SoCal 2025 is an annual innovation and investment conference in Southern California. It brings together one of the largest gatherings of industry leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, CXOs, and technology enthusiasts. The event focuses on the latest trends, advancements, and challenges in technology and offers diverse sessions, including keynotes, panel discussions, fireside chats, and networking events.
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 - [ONLINE] EE Business Networking @Lunch (free!)Link visible for attendees
Why go it alone? It only takes one person to change our lives personally or professionally. Who will you meet today at "EE"?
Exceptional Entrepreneurs is one of the largest business networking organizations in Southern California - and one of the best values in business networking. At EE:
- There is no membership required.
- There is no attendance requirement.
- There is no business profession or category exclusivity.
ALL business professions are welcome to attend!
Virtual Meeting Agenda (Pacific Time):
- 11:30am - 12:00pm; Login, check a/v, networking breakout rooms open.
- 12:00pm - 1:00pm; Structured agenda, with introductions + more!
We end at 1:00pm sharp.
Interested in being the featured speaker for this event? Information and registration is at:
http://EEspeaker.comInfo to join the EE virtual networking meeting Thursdays and Fridays:
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http://nroi.us/eeonline
(the shortlink above will remain updated with the current Zoom link)Passcode: 7772021
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- We will be live-streaming this event (12p-1pm portion) in our EE FB Group here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/networkingeesd
The meetings (including chat) will be recorded to the cloud and made available - temporarily - afterwards. Link to these will be in the FB live stream comments following the meeting.
Exceptional Entrepreneurs was founded in November, 2008 by David & Gina Demangos. Since then, "EE" has become one of Southern California's largest business networking organizations, due to the Demangos' vision and leadership to provide "exceptional" opportunities for connecting local professionals. David Demangos is an eXp real estate agent based in San Diego, CA. For more information on David, please see Awesome San Diego Real Estate at:
http://www.awesomesandiegorealestate.com"Effective networking is a learned skill. Exceptional Entrepreneurs are highly trusted professionals who share ideas and know that in order to receive you must first be willing to give." - David Demangos
Thank you for your continuing support of "EE"! See you at the next event.
- Navigating Regulatory Pathways: Implications for Medical Device Startups 1/23/25Link visible for attendees
Are you ready to bring your groundbreaking medical device to market but feel overwhelmed by the intricate regulatory landscape?
RSVP for the Event using the link - https://www.universitylabpartners.org/our-events/navigating-regulatory-pathways-implications-for-medical-devices-startups
Join University Lab Partners for a comprehensive webinar designed specifically for startups to navigate the path to success in both U.S. and global markets.
Join them Thursday, January 23 from 9:00AM to 10:00AM online.
What You’ll Learn:
Explore key FDA pathways such as 510(k), De Novo, TAP, and SteP—understand how they work and when to utilize them. Discover strategies for meeting rigorous international standards like EU MDR and Health Canada regulations. Gain valuable tips for designing clinical trials, preparing regulatory submissions, and engaging early with authorities to mitigate risks and expedite approvals. Stay informed on evolving policies and programs shaping the medical device industry.
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