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Dear Prudence: Gamestop, Hedge Funds and Thanos
In this Santa Cruz Works Clinic, Wynn Capital CEO Thomas Wynn explored data-driven and evidence-based parameters of investing vs the gamification of investing in the age of alternative facts.
Closing the Digital Divide in Santa Cruz County
Equal Access Santa Cruz County has a simple goal: bridge the digital divide and bring true high-speed broadband to every family in the Santa Cruz community, regardless of income level.
Cabrillo College Career Month
In April 2021, Cabrillo College will host four virtual career fairs that focus on their own career and academic pathways.
New E-Bike Act Introduces 30% US Federal Tax Credit
Federal legislation was introduced on February 9, 2021 to create a federal tax incentive for the purchase of electric bicycles in the US. We have our very own Representative Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) to thank!
Interview with CEO of the Stealth Startup: ESAIYO
When we learned about ESAIYO from Santa Cruz entrepreneur Andy Van Valer, my first question was - what does “ESAIYO” mean? In this article, we interview CEO and co-founder Raymond St. Martin.
Santa Cruz VC Outlook for Startups in 2021
The tech startup world is bullish about funding in 2021. Learn from the local angels and investors why it is a great time to seek and receive funding.
A Gift to our Readers from Fortress and Flourish
Fortress and Flourish is offering a gift to Santa Cruz Works readers. If you are interested in HR for your company, act fast! Only the first 10 persons will be gifted.
Poly Announces Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2021 Financial Results
Delivers Strong Revenue and Profitability Driven by Record Professional Headset and Video Revenues as Long-Term Trends Toward Remote Work and Video Collaboration Accelerate
Leafly and Jane Partner to Build a Better Online Cannabis Shopping Experience
Today, two giants of the cannabis industry are announcing a partnership to create an improved retail experience for consumers and dispensaries alike.
IGNIS Test with Parallel Flight Technologies' Heavy-Lift Drone
Parallel Flight Technologies is currently doing flight testing with our heavy-lift test drone, "The Big Mule," and the IGNIS system from Drone Amplified.
February 7 is New Tech MeetUp Day in Santa Cruz County!
Back in 2018 County Supervisor, Ryan Coonerty proclaimed February 7 as “Santa Cruz New Tech MeetUp Day” throughout the kingdom of Santa Cruz County.Therefore, and by the powers invested in our organization, take the day off on February 7.
A Small City with Big Energy Plans
Gonzales, CA is a small city in the Salinas Valley that just made a $70 million dollar investment in a Microgrid energy project and vision of the future.
SPAC Gold Rush: Blank Checks for Startups
Last week, we reported on the news from Reuters that Joby Aviation was contemplating an IPO using a SPAC. Most people who read the article had never heard of a SPAC. Are you missing the get-rich-quick gold rush?
Santa Cruz County Requests Contributions from Silicon Valley
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors agreed to send a letter to big tech companies in the Silicon Valley requesting financial contributions for affordable housing.
To Our Readers: A Gift from Owl Eye Media
Owl Eye Meda is offering to create :15 second social media videos FOR FREE to the first 20 SCW businesses who reach out to them.
📣 Call for Judges! Santa Cruz County Science & Engineering Fair
Volunteer to judge the Santa Cruz County Science & Engineering Fair! On-line due to the pandemic, we will preview projects March 1-12 and video interview students March 13.
Chris' Corner - Machine Learning Gives Santa Cruz Traffic the Green Light
Ever wonder why it takes a half-hour or more to travel 2.5 miles on Mission Street on the West Side in Santa Cruz, California?
Innovation Series: Key Elements of an NDA
In this article, Scott Weakland provides an overview of what you need to know before signing an NDA.
AFWERX: New Funding Opportunity for Santa Cruz Small Businesses
AFWERX is expanding on technology and talent, tapping into U.S. and global tech ecosystems, using military problems to accelerate commercial technologies.
Supporting Sequencing Effort in Santa Cruz County
Sequencing the COVID-19 virus enables us to track mutations and spread. It is the ultimate detective that can give us a history of up to 5 prior contacts, and what conditions caused the variant.

