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Smith & Vandiver Joins Forces with Jacob’s Heart
Smith & Vandiver Corporation has a special run of hand cleanser and is donating 100% of the sales of this limited edition to Jacob’s Heart.
Oakland Black Business Fund Joins Z Hacks
Santa Cruz Works is happy to announce Oakland Black Business Fund (“OBBF”) has joined Z Hacks 2020. Z Hacks participants can create projects which support OBBF’s funding drive.
Driveways Become a Sanctuary from Wildfires
Vanly has implemented a Wildfires Support Program to connect evacuees with a safe, comfortable place to park.
Interview with Ian McHenry from In Stock
Ian McHenry talks about the benefits of using In Stock and why starting in Santa Cruz was a good idea.
New Products from Aeroasis Focusing on UVC Technology
Tom Wollenberger of Aeroasis talks about their pivot to include risk mitigation tools and why they are doing it in Santa Cruz.
New Way Homes Launches a Crowdfunding Investment Campaign
New Way Homes Launches a Crowdfunding Investment Campaign
Santa Cruz Works New Tech October 2020
Joby Aviation, Zero Motorcycles, In Stock, Everlog: Tech companies addressing transportation, fire, community business support and more.
Reed Hastings New Book & Why He Fired His CFO
“The key is embracing managing on the edge of chaos,” Hastings says. “That’s the message of the book.”
Racing the Clouds: Call for Sponsors
A epic adventure takes you 3,100-miles along America's Backbone, the Continental Divide, "from Canada to Mexico."
Buoyant Ventures Invests in Raptor Maps
Buoyant Ventures makes their first investment in Raptor Maps. Learn why, and how to connect your startup with Amy.
Design, Brand and Strategy with Scot Herbst
This week we had the chance to interview Scot Herbst at the Herbst Produkt Santa Cruz office.
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.

