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Elon Musk's Grok 3 Is Here—Because of Course It Is

Grok 3, Elon Musk’s latest AI venture, arrives with grand claims of superiority, but its proprietary nature, security concerns, and political entanglements raise questions about whether it’s a true breakthrough or just another chapter in the ongoing AI arms race.

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AI Agents: The Cost of Convenience

While AI agents like OpenAI’s Operator promise unparalleled convenience, their rapid rise raises pressing questions about job displacement, human agency, and whether we’re outsourcing more than just our to-do lists.

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Massive Action Mastermind

Join Justin White and The Disruptors at the Massive Action Mastermind to unlock your full potential in 2025. Learn White’s Massive Action Protocol, inspired by icons like Elon Musk and Tony Robbins, and gain insights from Steve Heroux of Victory Selling and Aaron Huxley, former landscape business leader. Connect with industry leaders, master sales, and develop bold strategies. Don’t miss this transformative event—RSVP required. Special room rates available at the Dream Inn under “Central Coast Water Summit.”

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Off The Lip: Moss Landing Lithium Fires

Tune in Feb. 25 at 6 PM to Off The Lip Radio Show! Experts Toby Corey, Justin Cummings, and Professor Madeline Adamczeski discuss Moss Landing’s energy future, storage solutions, and community transparency.

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SBDC Perfect Your Pitch

By applying to the Perfect Your Pitch Program, you'll have the chance to pitch your idea to a panel of experienced investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts.

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Beneath the Waves: Crafting California’s Future Reefs

California’s Artificial Reef Program (CARP) Plan is designing a science-based blueprint to create thriving underwater habitats that enhance marine biodiversity, support coastal resilience, and provide new opportunities for recreation and conservation.

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CEO Works: Leading through Chaos

Nada Khorchid’s presentation empowers CEOs, senior leaders, and entrepreneurs to thrive in uncertainty. Learn a 4-step authentic leadership framework through success stories like Howard Schultz (Starbucks), Indra Nooyi (PepsiCo), and Steve Jobs (Apple), showcasing how authenticity and agility drive impactful leadership during times of chaos.

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Toby Corey Set to Reveal the Next Evolution of AI-Powered Customer Engagement

Santa Cruz-based entrepreneur Toby Corey is making waves again. After years under the radar, his AI-driven customer engagement company, Tuul, is back—and bigger than ever. Dubbed by SCWorks as Tuul 2.0, the stealth-mode startup is set to be officially unveiled at the Santa Cruz Works New Tech event on March 5, 2025.

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Ed Colligan: From Silicon Valley to Sustainable Energy—How Low Carbon is Powering Europe

Mark your calendars for March 5, when Santa Cruz Works New Tech will host a special presentation by Ed Colligan, a local legend whose career spans from pioneering mobile technology to advancing global sustainability. Colligan, former CEO of Palm and a key figure in the evolution of mobile devices, has now turned his attention to combating climate change with Low Carbon, a renewable energy investment company.

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Cyclotron Craig To Present at Santa Cruz Works New Tech

Join us on March 5 when the famed Craig Vachon will help us laugh and finally understand what we’ve always wanted to know about a cyclotron! From turbocharged hamster wheels for particles to mind-blowing fusion energy, Craig will break it all down with humor, insight, and a few surprises.

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CSUMB's Women in Venture Capital Initiative

CSUMB’s Women in Venture Capital Initiative on March 18 aims to empower women with the knowledge, connections, and resources needed to break into the venture capital industry, featuring insights from industry leaders Hilary Bryant and May Roen.

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