News Highlights
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eBay Announces Up & Running California Program to Help Small Businesses
eBay is announced the launch of the Up & Running California program. Through the program, up to 300 California small businesses will be selected to participate in this six-week interactive ecommerce training program.
FedEx Small Business Grant Competition
The 9th annual FedEx Small Business Grant Competition is now open and the deadline for the application is March 9th, 2021.
Carnot Compression Partnership in the Dairy Industry
Carnot Compression is pleased to announce its first partnership in the Dairy Industry. Tilla-Bay Farms of Tillamook Oregon is purchasing a Carnot™ Compressor for its robotic milking operations.
Recording: Royal Dutch Gazelle Santa Cruz Offices
A Flash Tour of Gazelle Santa Cruz reveals the mastery of Royal Dutch eBikes. If you don’t have an eBike yet, get one fast!
Santa Cruz Tech Companies Again in Top 10
For the second year in a row, a Santa Cruz tech company made the top 10 globally funded companies. And 2021 is just getting off the ground.
Lookback HQ Relocating to Santa Cruz
This just in: Lookback is moving their US HQ from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz! Their initial offices will be in one of the co-working spaces. And they are hiring!
What Are You Waiting For? Take the Challenge!
Got a great startup idea? Ready to pitch your plan? Take the Challenge: Startup Startup Challenge Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Works is a proud sponsor and on the planning committee.
Innovation Series: Powering a Greener Santa Cruz
In addition to our ongoing Innovation Series articles by local thought leaders, this is the first of several articles to promote our upcoming annual Green Tech event which will be held on April 7, 2021.
Zero Motorcycles - Try Before You Buy
Zero Motorcycles are now available to rent at EagleRider locations across the country. Now you can rent before you buy!
RSVP Fast for Digital NEST Flight 2021 with Reed Hastings
Digital NEST announced NEST Flight 2021 with keynote speaker Reed Hastings. Learn all about this free 3-day virtual event.
Weight Lifting with Parallel Flight Drones
Check out Parallel Flight Technologies' recent heavy-payload dynamics test with its full-scale electric drone, "The Big Mule."
Joby Aviation Accelerates eVTOL Aircraft Certification
Joby Aviation announced that it has begun generating revenue as part of achieving another major milestone. The company also announced that it has agreed to a G1 certification.
Climate of Hope Forum: Women, Girls, and Climate Justice
On March 3, 2021, Regeneración’s annual Climate of Hope Forum will feature how women are leading the way for just climate solutions.
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.