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Building a Financial Baseline Model for Your Startup: Insights from Ritu Thakur
For entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses, having a clear understanding of financial planning is crucial. To help startups build a solid foundation, CSUF Startup Speaker Series recently hosted Ritu Thakur, founder of Smart Tech Inc., who provided a comprehensive overview of how to create a financial baseline model for startups. With her extensive experience…
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From Video Games to Saving Lives: The Incredible Story of Bryan Ruef and 10-8 Systems
Sometimes, the best ideas come from unexpected places. For Bryan Ruef, founder of 10-8 Systems, it all started as a side project that combined his love for technology and helping others. Today, that side project has become an important tool that helps emergency services in 49 states. Bryan’s journey shows how hard work, problem-solving, and…
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10-8 Systems, Founded by CSUF Alumni Bryan Ruef and Brother Kevin, Expanding into Mobile Command Centers
10-8 Systems, founded by CSUF alumni Bryan Ruef and his brother Kevin, is making waves in the emergency management industry with its expansion into mobile command centers. The company’s innovative approach provides emergency responders with real-time communication and coordination tools that can be crucial in high-pressure situations. The cutting-edge software developed by 10-8 Systems transforms…
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How Ryan Paules Led Radar Promotions to Inc. 5000 Success with 833% Growth
In the world of entrepreneurship, few achievements are as prestigious as making it onto the Inc. 5000 list—a recognition reserved for the fastest-growing private companies in America. This year, Ryan Paules, founder of Radar Promotions, proudly claimed the #534 spot on this coveted list, a testament to his company’s remarkable 833% growth over the past…
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From Setbacks to Success: The Journey of Ryan Paules and Radar Promotions
In the world of entrepreneurship, success is often portrayed as a linear journey—a straight path from idea to execution to prosperity. However, the reality is much more complex, filled with unexpected twists, daunting challenges, and invaluable learning experiences. Few embody this journey more vividly than Ryan Paules, the founder of Radar Promotions, which recently earned…
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CSUF Startup Incubator Success Story: Arthur Moncayo and By Virtue of Steam
Innovation often begins with a simple idea, a spark of inspiration that evolves into something transformative. For Arthur Moncayo, that idea took shape in 2012 when he noticed a growing trend—people everywhere were carrying reusable water bottles. But while these bottles became essential daily items, one critical aspect was being overlooked: proper sanitation. This observation…
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Celebrating the Spirit of Innovation: CSUF Student Team Shines at Sunstone CSU Startup Competition
The Center for Entrepreneurship at Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) proudly congratulates our stellar student teams, Sangha Strong and Talon Locks, for their remarkable performance at the Sunstone CSU Startup Competition. Competing against a diverse and talented field of teams from 18 California State Universities, Sangha Strong and Talon Locks showcased their innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial…
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How To Think And Execute Like A Successful Entrepreneur with Curtis Chan | CSUF Startup Incubator
The CSUF Startup Incubator recently hosted an online talk by Curtis Chan (watch the video above), a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, and business mentor. With a career spanning four decades, Curtis has successfully built and scaled companies, helping startups achieve over $2.5 billion in valuation. His extensive experience in various executive roles, from business development…
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Harmonizing Success: The Story of Margie Ocdamia and Ocdamia Music Group
In the bustling world of entrepreneurship, merging passion with profitability is a rare composition that few manage to master. Margie Ocdamia, a recent graduate of California State University, Fullerton (CSUF), has orchestrated a unique blend of business acumen and musical passion to create a thriving enterprise. As the founder and Operations Manager of Ocdamia Music…
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SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurship 2024: A Record-Breaking Event for Innovation and Collaboration
This year’s SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurship event, held on March 9, 2024, at the Titan Student Union was nothing short of spectacular. With nearly 1,000 attendees, the event set a new record for participation, underscoring the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit in Southern California. Economic and Social Impact: A Dual Focus CSUF and our collaborating universities are dedicated…
Category: Success Stories
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From Video Games to Saving Lives: The Incredible Story of Bryan Ruef and 10-8 Systems
Sometimes, the best ideas come from unexpected places. For Bryan Ruef, founder of 10-8 Systems, it all started as a side project that combined his love for technology and helping others. Today, that side project has become an important tool that helps emergency services in 49 states. Bryan’s journey shows how hard work, problem-solving, and…