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Santa Cruz Works Work-Life Survey, Plus a Free Community Giveaway
Santa Cruz Works is inviting members and partners to complete a short survey to help shape future programs, events, benefits, and community offerings. Everyone who participates will be entered into a free giveaway featuring gifts from sponsors including UpperCrust, Merge4, Laili, Pleasure Pizza, Big Basin Vineyards, Humble Sea, and Chaminade Resort and Spa, with winners announced on May 7.
Mentors Needed for Launchpad 2026
Launchpad returns May 13, 2026 at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, and student teams need mentors now. Share your expertise to sharpen pitches, validate ideas, and build confidence before the live competition and job fair.