07/29/2026
The City of Irvine has announced the ‘Irvine Center of Innovation & Entrepreneurship’, a 25,000-square-foot hub designed to bring together entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and business support organizations under one roof.
Located at 510 Technology Drive, the Center will offer coworking space, innovation labs, business advisory services, capital access, and educational programs. Mayor Larry Agran called it a generational investment in Irvine’s future, while Karin Koch, Director of Economic Development, highlighted its role in strengthening Irvine’s innovation ecosystem. John Shen, Board Member of the Stella and John Foundation, emphasized the long-term value of investing in innovators.
Founding partners include the Orange County/Inland Empire SBDC Network, American Lending Center, LLC, the Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce, Irvine Company, and the Stella and John Foundation, with support for entrepreneurs through U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) programs.
Backed by $7.7 million in public and private investment, the Center is expected to open in Q2 2027, reinforcing Irvine’s position as a leading destination for innovation and business growth. Young lady speaking is Zarina Bahadour, founder and CEO 123 Baby Box. She is Afghan American with an impressive resume.
