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Seedstages Launches App to Supercharge Startups with Student Talent
On Monday, Seedstages Inc. launched the Seedstages mobile app, a future-forward job search platform connecting students and startups.
CodeStringers Enters Inc. 5000
Inc. magazine today revealed that CodeStringers is No. 3,700 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.
Scott Galloway on "Remarkable People" Podcast
In yet another remarkable podcast, Guy Kawasaki brings on his “most outspoken” guest to date: Scott Galloway, professor of marketing at NYU Stern and founder of section4.
The Smart Sister's Solution to COVID Testing
Santa Cruz entrepreneur Emma McLaren shares a sister story about COVID 19, Bill Nye the Science Guy, and why we should heed the advice of these wise sisters.
How to Fireproof Your Next Home
Learn how to fireproof your home. EverLog will present at the October 7 Santa Cruz Works New Tech webinar. Tickets available soon.
New Startup: Virtual Planet
A new startup from Brazil has made Santa Cruz their home town. Their passion for environment and tech built a simulation of sea level rise in Santa Cruz.
On Saving Everything: #CruzStrong
Credited for saving dozens of homes, here is the story of several families who wisely held their ground against the CZU Lightning Complex fires.
Marine Mammals Train for Evacuation
Two dolphins, five seals, and a sea lion were safely evacuated from UCSC’s Long Marine Laboratory on Thursday thanks to good preparation, well-trained and cooperative animals.
Updated Daily: Pandemic, Fires...What Next?
As we publish this newsletter, evacuation notices are being considered for the westside of Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley.
Self-Charging, Thousand-Year Battery?
Pleasanton-based green energy startup NDB, Inc. has reached a key milestone today with the completion of two proof of concept tests of its nano diamond battery.
2020 Zero DSR 2 Month Long Term Review
While Chris MacAskill was doing an interview with the Zero CEO Sam Paschel, Sam offered him a 2020 Zero DSR Black Forest Edition motorcycle for two months.
Paystand Surpasses 1000% Growth
B2B payments leader selected to Inc. 5000 list as top 10 fastest growing private company in Silicon Valley.
On Losing Everything, Except for Hope
Yesterday my home burnt down to ashes. It couldn’t be saved from the forest fires currently raging across California.
LifeAid provides Santa Cruz Fire Aid
LIFEAID is collecting and distributing supplies, funds, and resources for the immediate needs of those who have been affected by or are still battling the local wildfires.
Local Startup Scoot Science Makes a Big Splash
Scoot Science, an ocean monitoring and forecasting technology company, partners with Grieg Seafood ASA.
SCW Clinic: Zenterpreneur Life
On August 19, Toby Corey presented the new generation of entrepreneurs in Zentrepreneur Life. The world needs change, and Z Life is a path.
SCW Clinic: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Engineering
Hosted by Emma McLaren, featuring Jossie Haines of Tile, Inc.
2020 Annual Santa Cruz Works Member Survey
Participate in our 2020 Annual Member Survey, and you could win BIG! This survey closes at 9pm PT Monday August 4 assuming we receive at least 300 responses.
The Paystand Zero Card Available Today
Paystand today released the Zero Card, an entirely touchless, prepaid alternative to corporate expense cards designed for mid-market businesses that need more flexibility and control over budgets and spending.
UCSC Selfie Contest Supports 2020 Census
Filling out the Census is important. For UCSC, responses help determine federal funding including access to Pell Grants, health services and sciences.