For over two decades, Octane has been at the forefront of innovation, driving transformative change across industries. With over $5.9 billion raised by our LaunchPad SBDC Alumni and supported companies, our impact is undeniable. Now, we invite you to be a part of this legacy. Your engagement and support can help us continue to drive the innovations that change lives.
Our Legacy
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How You Can Help
Donate: Your contributions fuel the next wave of innovations. Choose a one-time or recurring donation and know that your support helps shape a better future.
Why Donate?:
By donating to the Octane Impact Fund, you’re not just giving; you’re investing in a legacy of innovation. Your support empowers startups, drives medical advancements, and creates lasting change.
Meet Our Founders
Octane was built on the vision and leadership of four pioneering founders who have left an indelible mark on the technology and life sciences sectors:
- Dwight Decker, Retired Chairman & CEO of Conexant Systems, Inc., brings a wealth of experience in semiconductor technology and telecommunications, driving innovation in complex systems.
- Jim Mazzo, Executive Chairman of Neurotech, is a recognized leader in ophthalmology and medical devices, with a passion for advancing healthcare solutions.
- Michael A. Mussallem, Chairman & CEO of Edwards Lifesciences, has been at the forefront of life-saving innovations in heart valve technology, shaping the future of medical care.
- Tom Moebus, Founder & Principal of TenXGrow, has a track record of fostering business growth and innovation, with deep expertise in economic development.
These visionary leaders co-founded Octane with a shared mission: to create a thriving ecosystem for innovation, supporting startups and driving technological advancements that change lives. Their legacy continues to inspire and propel Octane’s mission forward.
Since its creation in 2002, Octane has grown from a small non-profit started by community leaders to an ecosystem-changing organization. We need your support to continue the legacy. By connecting ideas and people with resources and capital, Octane will continue to create one of the nation’s most dynamic ecosystems for driving technology growth.
We firmly believe that action focused locally has a ripple effect globally. By supporting Octane, you are not just investing in a regional initiative but becoming a part of a global movement. The companies we nurture have a far-reaching impact, making a positive difference on a global scale.
Our Vision for the Future
Building on Octane’s legacy of advancing innovation and growth to create generational impact in Orange County.
Use of Funds:
- Launch & Grow New Companies
- Energize Community Impact
- Connect & Empower the Ecosystem
Why Continue the Legacy of Octane?
An Increased Job-Growth Trajectory
A tax-deductible contribution to the Octane Impact Fund will allow the organization to rapidly expand and accelerate, leading the increased job growth, capital infusion through our Accelerator, LaunchPad SBDC and Octane Capital & Growth, and increase community impact through our Foundation.
Areas Your Donation Can Help Make An Impact
LaunchPad SBDC
Create Equitable High Pay Jobs & Capital Infusion
Non-Profit Accelerator
Empower non-profit organizations to better serve underserved communities
Women Leaders of Octane
Increase the ranks of women entrepreneur’s access to funding & influence on boards
STEAM Fellows
Provide career pathways in STEAM & entrepreneurship
Next Wave
Inspire the next generation of business and community leaders
Healthsocal.ai
Leverage AI to create the healthiest population in the world in one generation
Donors may select a focus area for funding.
All donations will go to Octane Foundation for Innovation, a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization for which donations are tax deductible. Tax ID 90-0176361.
Use of Funds
LaunchPad SBDC Accelerator
Community Impact
HealthSocal.ai
- Establish Southern California as a Healthcare AI Global Hub of Innovation by 2025. Learn more.
Women Leaders of Octane
- Increase engagement of executives and organizations involved to generate more funding for women-led companies, women on boards & mentorship. Learn more.
Non-Profit Accelerator
- Expand the size of cohorts served and services to cohort graduates to increase their impact in underserved & underrepresented communities. Learn more.
Next Wave
- Provide greater access and awareness to culture by impacting and creating a generational bridge of Orange County leaders. Learn more.
STEAM Ahead
- Increase the number of organizations and educational institutions involved in making STEAM education accessible for all in Orange County. Learn more.
Ecosystem Leadership
Events
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Expand content, speakers, panels and startup company presentations to drive community engagement and networking opportunities
Octane Capital & Growth
- Provide resources to help companies grow through new executive peer groups, additional professional growth services offerings, and increased capital funding opportunities
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