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GenAI Thursday Nights at EvoNexus Irvine: A weekly gathering for founders, builders, and professionals to explore real-world AI applications, safety trends, and the business impact of leading platforms like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic. Schedule: Every Thursday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Location: EvoNexus, 101 Academy Way #110, Irvine, CA 92617 More Info: evonexus.org/irvine
Free Startup Fundraising Office Hours with Scott Fox: A free monthly livestream AMA and pitch practice session hosted by local angel investor and Startup Council CEO Scott Fox, open to founders worldwide seeking expert mentoring on fundraising and growth. Schedule: 4th Tuesday monthly 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM PT. Location: Online Livestream (YouTube / LinkedIn / Facebook) More Info: https://www.startupcouncil.org/startup-office-hours
CreativeMornings Orange County: A monthly breakfast lecture series connecting artists, makers, and innovators through inspiring talks, rotating creative themes, and community networking, as part of a beloved global movement. Schedule: One Friday per month 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM. Location: Varies. More Info: https://creativemornings.com/cities/oc
Gumshoe Ventures Exit Hours: Open-access sessions where entrepreneurs at any stage can get direct, experienced feedback on strategy, fundraising, and operations from seasoned venture partners. Schedule: Thursdays (bi-weekly or monthly). Location: Varies. More Info: https://www.exithours.com
Promoting and celebrating innovation, entrepreneurship, and community in the City of Innovation.
Move Irvine innovation forward — together…
Step into the energy of Irvine Tech Day where founders, investors, and public-private leaders come together to shape what’s next for the City of Innovation.
From the moment doors open, the morning sets the tone for a full day of connection, insight, and opportunity, bringing together the people and ideas driving Irvine’s rapidly growing innovation ecosystem…
They're back — and this time it's monthly!
Founder Beach Walk is a relaxed Friday morning for founders, builders, and creatives who want to meet good people and make real connections…
Show your brand. Experience what’s next — right here in Irvine.
As part of Irvine Tech Day, Pop-Up Irvine brings together a curated group of high-growth consumer brands with strong ties to the Irvine community, creating a space where innovation, local business, and real-world experience come together…
Lace up and dream big at the 2026 Irvine Dream Run!
Join Sunstone at the Great Park in Irvine for this can’t-miss, family-friendly 5k/3k event kicking off beneath the iconic Great Park Balloon…
Hack OC is an upcoming community-led hackathon organized by Friends of Figma, Irvine.
Their goal is to bring together local designers, developers, and product thinkers to collaborate, learn, and create meaningful projects…
Community Think Tank for Real Equity & Shared Success
A free community think tank focused on real solutions around capital access, homeownership, investment, and economic opportunity…
Want your chance to swim with the Sharks?
The Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics Chapman University Argyros College of Business & Economics is proud to be hosting a SHARK TANK Casting Call - YES, that's right the real Shark Tank TV show with the famous investors!…
Limon is bringing back their Founder Beach Walk — a relaxed morning for founders, builders, and creators who want to meet good people and make founder friends.
This is for people building something, figuring it out as they go, and wanting more connection in the process…
Join Signal Commons for their first edition, a new hub connecting the Orange County and Los Angeles innovation ecosystems.
Come meet fellow founders, investors, and builders shaping the future across AI, SaaS, fintech, space, robotics, climate, biotech, and beyond…
Join the Claude Community in Orange County!
You'll leave with two superpowers
First: a working AI agent that preps your calls, reviews contracts, drafts campaigns, and manages tasks — installed on your machine before you walk out…
Cohort for startup companies in Orange County
Apply now to join the EvoNexus Startup Technology Incubator.
IMPORTANT: This is a deadline for application only, not a live event. Mark your calendars to submit, not to attend!
Application deadline: February 28, 2026…
Join fellow OCMBA members for a fun Saturday morning of networking and socializing during their 3 mile walk at Crystal Cove!
This Valentine's Day, show some 'love' to your b-school alma mater by joining them at their first-ever OCMBA Hike/Walk!…
Come to SCORE Orange County no-cost Speed Networking event!
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…
A curated mastermind for MedTech builders and decision-makers
MedTech Minds is MIX’s flagship mastermind—a curated, small-group forum for founders, physicians, investors, and operators actively building in MedTech…
Get ready for the biggest multi-community tech mixer of the year!
For the first time ever, 8 leading Orange County tech groups are joining forces for a night of high-impact networking, food, and festive fun…
$10,000 in non-dilutive funding to be awarded by Octane
Get ready for an electrifying afternoon of innovation, energy, and entrepreneurship at the LaunchPad SBDC Demo Day & Pitch Competition, where the region’s most promising MedTech and Technology startups will compete live for $10,000 in cash prizes…
It’s TCVN’s end-of-year celebration — where the startup community comes together to honor the leaders, founders, and partners who made a lasting impact this year.
The Rocky™ Awards celebrate the people behind the progress — those who put Founders First and make Southern California’s entrepreneurial ecosystem thrive…
Welcome to The Investor Dating Game presented by Reed Smith LLP — a new kind of startup matchmaking experience
How it works
Each round:
1 investor sits behind the iconic wall.
3 founders take the hot seats on the other side…
Ready to grow your business network and polish your elevator pitch?
Join The SCORE Orange County for an afternoon of high-energy networking where you’ll connect with fellow entrepreneurs, swap insights, and sharpen your pitch in a friendly, supportive setting…
The last Beach Walk? Amazing.
So Limon is running it back — this time, for the whole startup community, not just founders. Enjoy the last Friday of summer together!…
FREE Event, Limited Capacity! RSVP Now – First Come, First Serve!
Theme: Beyond the Event – Because the impact doesn’t end when the event does…
OPEN HOUSE to celebrate the evoNexus in Irvine REOPENING
To celebrate their re-opening they plan to have an OPEN HOUSE with food and drinks at their new location…
Join BABC’s International Summer Mixer 2025.
This event was created to help entrepeneurs connect, socialize, and create oppurtunities for everyone internationally…
Real convos, fresh air, and solid founder friendships.
Join Limon for the July edition of Founder Beach Walk, a casual yet intentional meetup for founders, builders, and entrepreneurial minds to connect — no panels, no pitches, just real conversations and a shared love for building things that matter…
DeviceAlliance is proud to collaborate with their strategic partner, Axis Research & Technologies to bring you the MEDTECH FRONTIERS IN CARDIOLOGY.
This panel event will discuss trends in the medical device industry’s cardiology sector with experts and innovators shaping the future of cardiac care…
Free STEM exploration event at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts outdoor plaza
Calling all innovators and entrepreneurs to bring your families and young scientists and join Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation for an exciting, FREE day of science and discovery!…
Ardas Announces Upcoming Joint Event with Product Advisory Collective (PAC)
Los Angeles, CA – Ardas, an AI-first service provider helping startups with product-market fit accelerate growth, is excited to announce the upcoming PAC x Ardas: L.A. Social + Panel – Adolescence in the Age of AI…
IGNITE22: Global Tech Showcase contributing to build a stronger blue economy.
Braid Theory is excited to announce the latest edition of IGNITE22…
Join Sunstone for the 2025 Irvine Dream Run!
Whether 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…
Get hands-on with physics!
Join them for Squishy Science Sunday to explore the world of soft and squishy materials with your family, friends, and curious minds of all ages…
The Recipe for Funding in the U.S.-China Geopolitical Landscape.
Organized by SABPA (Sino-American Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Professionals Association), this event will delve into unique funding opportunities for medical projects amid the current U.S.-China geopolitical climate…
Join Orange County Women’s Business Center for an engaging in-person session featuring the esteemed OC WBC consultant, Sarah Solorio.
With her extensive background in entrepreneurship, management, marketing, and operations, Sarah brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights that are invaluable for anyone looking to enhance their business…
Join Rivian for CreativeMornings Orange County!
CreativeMornings is a global breakfast lecture series that brings together creatives of all kinds—artists, entrepreneurs, makers, and innovators—to connect, share, and inspire...
Connecting Investors and CSU Founders
Are you passionate about entrepreneurship? Curious about the latest startup trends? Or simply looking for a day of networking and inspiration? CSU Demo Day is your ticket to all of the above and more...
Swipe Right on Your Next Investment!
TCVN is proud to announce TCA Venture Group® as their official sponsor...yes, they are the ones who write the checks...
