Almost five years ago, the Santa Clarita Business Incubator opened its doors with a mission to help local entrepreneurs groom their cutting-edge ideas and connect them to resources to help their businesses thrive. The idea being that participating companies would put down roots, grow and flourish in the Santa Clarita…
West Coast Challenge, brought to you by Quake Capital, is a two-day event where startups can showcase themselves and potentially win $200,000 and a spot in their accelerator program. They also will have entrepreneurship panels, career fair, venture talks, and investors their during this event. Click here for more information, tickets, or…
SCV Means Business Podcast Update– Innovative SCV Startups & Mission Valley Bank Among the diverse companies that make up the SCV economy, there are a few that are providing innovative solutions to current and future industry needs. Many of these businesses are highlighted on the new website Innovate SCV, a partnership…
Just more than two years into the Santa Clarita Business Incubator program, one of its top three tenants has graduated early, the city recently announced. Acqubit, a sensor-system startup, was recognized by the city for graduating before the end of the three-year program and for successfully transitioning into the local…
Old Town Newhall businesses welcomed an influx of shoppers during what has become known as Small Business Saturday. Following the annual rush of Black Friday sales the day before, Small Business Saturday is intended to recognize small businesses for their place in communities across the United States, according to the…
A small group of would-be entrepreneurs had 54 hours to ready themselves for a successful business plan at the end of Startup Weekend SCV, held in the Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center at College of the Canyons from Friday to Sunday. Beginning Friday, seven entrepreneurs met together to…
Since its establishment five years ago, this forward-thinking company has brought Santa Clarita Valley students and others across the world the future of STEAM education to the online world. Kadenze, founded by California Institute of the Arts alumni and current faculty in Valencia, is a social learning platform that offers…
As a leader in innovation and technology, the Santa Clarita Valley has created a prosperous chain of support for all things related to entrepreneurship. An extra link to the homegrown network was recently added with the launch of a new website to connect the local startup community. Innovatesantaclarita.com, a collaboration…
Last year, 24-year-old Santa Clarita resident Alex Honadel teamed up with a group of strangers to build a startup in just 54 hours and compete with others for a chance to win big prizes. Up against an improved potato slicer and an alternative to the fidget spinner, Honadel’s team of…
Santa Clarita understands the importance of innovation, the need for resources and the benefits that come with entrepreneurship, which is why it’s an important part of the city’s strategy. The city’s business strategy is driven by a few basic concepts, said Jason Crawford, the city’s economic development director, and the…
