Congressional Startup Day, an annual bi-partisan celebration of entrepreneurship by our elected Congresspeople, took place again last week. 
Support for Orange County startups was the topic as the Orange County Startup Council (OCSC) was pleased to host Congressman Harley Rouda (CA-48).
The CEO Roundtable event included many of our local startup founders, investors, and advisors.
With Q&A moderated by OCSC CEO Scott Fox, the private briefing featured updates from Representative Rouda on topics affecting our local innovation ecosystem.
OCSC Members and Sponsors enjoyed hearing from the Congressman in response to their questions about topics including:
- government funding for startups
- supportive tax and regulatory changes for startup investors
- opportunity zones
- student loan and training programs for startup workers
- national competitiveness and security issues
- and more.
Representative Rouda's successful business background and investing experience was clear in the dialogue. The OC Startup Council appreciates the opportunity to represent OC's business needs to Washington policy makers.
Thanks to Congressman Rouda and his team for participating in Congressional Startup Day with the OC Startup Council!