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Join us for the last Office Hours of the year! 11/20 - Dentons Legal Office Hours (Full) 12/10 - SBIR@Connect Office Hours (3 spots left) 12/18 - Dentons Legal Office Hours (Open) Register to speak with an attorney about your business: https://bit.ly/4hKwomq

Have you heard about SCEIN? It's a free program for startups that are developing solutions to help CA meet its energy goals. So it's time to get energized ? To learn about eligibility or to apply, visit: https://bit.ly/3e9uTSY

The San Diego Funding News ?? Congratulations to Vuori on its $825M growth raise! The deal values this activewear unicorn at $5.5B. Check out more San Diego wins: https://bit.ly/3Xu32iW

As the business world increasingly shifts towards remote work, the importance of maintaining robust cybersecurity measures has never been more critical. Join the San Diego & Imperial SBDC Network on 11/21 for a workshop on "Cybersecurity Awareness – A Guide to Safeguarding Your Business", designed to equip business owners and teams with the tools needed to protect their digital workspace. Register: https://bit.ly/3Z5mIM3

Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, sponsored by the National Veterans Chamber of Commerce, is hosting a one-day, in-person entrepreneurial course on 11/20. Learn business fundamentals and techniques for evaluating the feasibility of business concepts. Register now: https://bit.ly/4fORxu2

Did you miss it? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Check out the latest edition of The Connection, featuring everything you need to know about Connect and San Diego's thriving innovation ecosystem. November's Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3O7WbHK

Congratulations, #XEO Graduates! ?? Join us in celebrating the fourth cohort of our diverse leadership program! Over the past few months, these driven individuals have tackled topics like overcoming fear of failure and imposter syndrome, explored the deep value of inclusion, and strengthened their networking and leadership skills in real-world applications. Together, they’ve grown as professionals and expanded their networks, building connections that will continue along their journeys. Interested in developing your own leadership skills and joining this empowering community? Applications for our Spring 2025 cohort are open! ?? https://bit.ly/3UwD37N

In case you missed it, the latest Cool Companies Spotlight features io9, Inc., a software company developing an AI platform for precision oncology. Learn about how io9 is transforming cancer therapy and improving patient outcomes: https://bit.ly/3Arpxxv P.S. - Interested in becoming a Cool Company? Stay tuned, applications open soon!

We celebrate our heroes this Veterans Day. Join us in honoring the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. Check out the SoCal Veterans Business Outreach Center to learn more about resources for Veteran-owned businesses ?? https://bit.ly/3MnApPM

Mark your calendars for the final Connect events of the year! We have one more SBIR Office Hours and two more Legal Office Hours with Dentons. Meet with a SBIR advisor to ask questions about your business ?? https://bit.ly/3O4yqAk