*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Thursday, February 8, 2018* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News <https://www.socaltech.com/News> ------------------------------
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Key info (http://www.keyinfo.com) infrastructure ~ connectivity ~ co-location ~ cloud Shimokaji IP (http://www.shimokaji.com) Bettering Life Through Creative Ideas Singer Lewak (http://www.singerlewak.com) Accounting and Consulting for Growing and Innovative Businesses ------------------------------ *Headlines * - GOAT Acquires Flight Club, Adds $60M In Funding Round <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073676> - Next SpaceX Launch Scheduled For Vandenberg On February 17th <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073675> - Cornerstone OnDemand Ties Into LinkedIn <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073674> - Cylance Rolls Out Improvements To Cybersecurity Software <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073673> - AfterNow Launches New Augmented Reality Presentation Tool <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073672> - Scientist.com Sets Chief Commercial Officer <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073671> - AutoGravity Names New VP <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073670> - Patagonia Looks To Connect Environmental Action Groups With Customers <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073665> - Chef Gordon Ramsay Can Now Insult Your Cooking, Via LA Startup's Alexa Skill <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073661> - ZipRecruiter Approaches Unicorn Territory, Reportedly Raises $50M More <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073656> - Patrick Soon-Shiong Buys Both LA Times, SD Union Tribune <#m_-2385151212928516440_0073655> *Marketplace* - Simplify Cloud Management - Multi-Cloud Command & Control from Key Info <#m_-2385151212928516440_ad729> - Neohire South <#m_-2385151212928516440_ad720> - Tech Coast Map & Calendar – Put Your Company On The Map! <#m_-2385151212928516440_ad717> - Stubbs Alderton & Markiles Preccelerator <#m_-2385151212928516440_ad694> - Oracle <#m_-2385151212928516440_ad683> *Thursday, February 8, 2018* *Recurring Revenue Conference 2018—April 12, Marina del Rey Marriott <http://www.recurringrevenueconference.com>* Presented by Sutton Capital Partners. Join 600+ entrepreneurs, SaaS and subscription innovators, leading VCs, private equity/angel investors and executives on April 12. 8am-5:30pm followed by cocktail reception. Register and use Promo Code: SocalTECH for 20% discount. Grab your ticket before prices go up February 15. Register at: http://www.recurringrevenueconference.com Questions: n...@suttoncapitalpartners.com *GOAT Acquires Flight Club, Adds $60M In Funding Round* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073676.html> Los Angeles-based online sneaker marketplace GOAT is acquiring sneaker consignment shop operator Flight Club, and has a raised another $60M via a Series C funding, GOAT disclose this morning, as it looks to expand its footprint. Flight Club operates a consignment store that sells collectible sneakers, out of stores in New York and Los Angeles. According to GOAT, the funding came from Index Ventures, Accel Partners, Matrix Partners, Upfront Ventures, and others. (Funding Details <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showco&id=50794>)(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073676.html>) *Next SpaceX Launch Scheduled For Vandenberg On February 17th* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073675.html> Although it will not come anywhere close to the drama and spectacle of the launch of the Falcon Heavy, the next launch from Hawthorne-based SpaceX will have one thing going for it for Southern California fans: it will be from Vandenberg Air Force Base. According to the current SpaceX launch schedule, it will be launching a SpaceX Falcon 9 from launch pad SLC-4E at Vandenberg Air Force Base, just north of Santa Barbara on February 17th. ( More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073675.html>) *Cornerstone OnDemand Ties Into LinkedIn* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073674.html> Santa Monica-based *Cornerstone OnDemand <http://www.csod.com>*, which develops cloud-based, enterprise learning and human capital management software, says it is in an expanded, strategic global relationship with LinkedIn. According to the two, they will will collaborate on customer opportunities and will integrate solutions to bring Cornerstone customers content from LinkedIn's Learning product. Financial details of the agreement were not announced.(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073674.html>) *Cylance Rolls Out Improvements To Cybersecurity Software* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073673.html> Irvine-based antivirus and endpoint protection software developer *Cylance <http://www.cylance.com>* says it has released improvements to two of its products, CylancePROTECT and CylanceOPTICS, which it says will simplify security controls for organizations. Cylance said the updates will "cut security stack noise and clutter". The improvements include a new set of interactive dahsboards, and better ability to edit and create threat hunting capabilities in the tools.(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073673.html>) *AfterNow Launches New Augmented Reality Presentation Tool* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073672.html> Culver City-based AfterNow, a design and development agency in the augmented reality area, is jumping into the product world with its own, augmented reality software tool, the company said on Wednesday. According to AfterNow, it has launched AfterNow Prez, a presentation tool which it says lets anyone create "immersive and compelling presentations". The tool uses Microsoft's HoloLens. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073672.html>) *Scientist.com Sets Chief Commercial Officer* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073671.html> San Diego-based online, outsourced research marketplace Scientist.com has named Arne Brandon as the company's new Chief Commercial Officer, as part of an international expansion effort by the company. Brandon was most recently Vice President of Global Strategic Partnerships at VWR International, and also served at Thermo Fisher Scientific and Life Technologies. Scientist. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073671.html>) *AutoGravity Names New VP* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073670.html> Irvine-based mobile car financing startup AutoGravity said this morning that it has appointed Meesh Pierce as the company's new Vice President of Product Management. Pierce was most recently VP of Product Management at Fandango, and also served as a consultant to Epson America, Energy & Power Solutions, and other companies. AutoGravity offers up a mobile app which lets consumers apply for an auto loan, all using their smartphone. The company is led by CEO Andy Hinrichs. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073670.html>) *Patagonia Looks To Connect Environmental Action Groups With Customers* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073665.html> Ventura-based outdoor clothing brand *Patagonia <http://www.patagonia.com>* launched a new effort on Wednesday, called *Patagonia ActionWorks <https://www.patagonia.com/actionworks/>*, in an attempt to connect its customers with environmental groups Patagonia supports. According to Patagonia, the effort hopes to connect individuals with its grantees, in order to take action on the "most pressing issues facing the world today."( More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073665.html>) *Chef Gordon Ramsay Can Now Insult Your Cooking, Via LA Startup's Alexa Skill* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073661.html> Wish that you, too, can be insulted by Chef Gordon Ramsay when you can't make a grilled cheese sandwich? You too, can be insulted by the famous celebrity chef--through Amazon's Alexa--thanks to a Los Angeles startup, Ground Control, led by startup veteran Mike Macadaan. According to Ground Control, it is powering a new, interactive skill for Alexa which will allow users to "hear what it feels like to work in Chef Ramsay's kitchen". The new skill is free for Amazon Alexa device owners. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073661.html>) *ZipRecruiter Approaches Unicorn Territory, Reportedly Raises $50M More* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073656.html> Santa Monica-based online employment marketplace ZipRecruiter has reportedly raised $50M in a Series B funding round, which values the company just shy of $1 billion, according to reports this morning. The investment round--not yet confirmed by ZipRecruiter--was reportedly led by current investor IVP. (Funding Details <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showco&id=24840>)(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073656.html>) *Patrick Soon-Shiong Buys Both LA Times, SD Union Tribune* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073655.html> Biotech billionaire *Patrick Soon-Shiong* has acquired both the Los Angeles Times and the San Diego Union Tribune <http://www.latimes.com/business/hollywood/la-fi-ct-los-angeles-times-sold-20180207-story.html>, in a deal worth $500M in cash, from current owner *Tronc*. According to the LA Times, the deal--put together in only five days--is being made through Soon-Shiong's company Nant Capital, and also includes assumption of $90M in pension liabilities.(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0073655.html>) *Simplify Cloud Management - Multi-Cloud Command & Control from Key Info <https://www.keyinfo.com/public-cloud/#streamone>* Simplify Cloud Management - Multi-Cloud Command & Control from Key Information Systems A major downfall of a hybrid or multi-cloud environment is the difficulty in monitoring and maintaining numerous instances across several accounts and platforms. Add that to deployment complexity and capacity issues, and your business will struggle to reap the benefits of cloud. A multi-cloud consolidation platform from KeyInfo solves these issues and more! KeyInfo provides top notch multi-cloud services, management capabilities and tailored support. We enable customers to procure cloud services from a single source, allowing for the access and management of a full range of industry-leading IaaS cloud providers including Amazon Web Services, IBM, Microsoft and more. We work with you to meet your cloud strategy needs and enable you to leverage all of the unique capabilities of the platform. To schedule an appointment, visit https://www.keyinfo.com/public-cloud/#streamone *Neohire South <http://www.neohiresouth.com>* Your source for the most sought-after startup jobs. At Neohire South, we take our relationships seriously. We apply years of industry experience to assess and curate our talent pool - connecting only top-notch tech candidates with the most exciting startups in the industry. Whether you’re building your team or searching for a job you love, we want to understand your unique needs and goals to create an incredible fit for your future. http://www.neohiresouth.com *Tech Coast Map & Calendar – Put Your Company On The Map! <https://www.siliconmaps.com/tech-coast/>* Include your company on the Tech Coast Map and be part of the iconic industry symbol of Technology Innovation in Southern California. The map is promoted through Print, Digital, and web with an online interactive version of the map. Take part in the effective map campaign to support your region, brand and location(s) while promoting your company as an industry leader. The custom imprinted Poster/Calendars make the perfect promotional year-end gift for stakeholders. View the large interactive map at https://www.siliconmaps.com/tech-coast/ Contact i...@siliconmaps.com for more information and mention Socal Tech for special industry rates. *Stubbs Alderton & Markiles Preccelerator <http://stubbsalderton.com/preccelerator/>* Accelerating Growth for Early Stage Innovation The Preccelerator® Program is a platform offered to select start-up companies out of the Santa Monica office of Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP that provides interim office space, sophisticated legal services, mentorship and access to a strategic perks portfolio with the objective of helping you grow your idea from business concept to funded startup. The Preccelerator® Program provides these benefits to as many as 10 promising young startups in separate growth tracks. http://stubbsalderton.com/preccelerator/ *Oracle <http://www.oracle.com>* Oracle offers a comprehensive and fully integrated stack of cloud applications and platform services for small and mid-sized businesses. For more information about Oracle (NYSE:ORCL), visit www.oracle.com. In Los Angeles, contact Ryan Mondillo (ryan.mondi...@oracle.com). ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <#m_-2385151212928516440_funding>* 2/08/18 GOAT <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=90089> Los Angeles $60.00 M 2/07/18 ZipRecruiter <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=60250> Santa Monica $50.00 M 2/06/18 Beauty By Design <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=90028> Los Angeles $2.20 M 2/05/18 SmartAction <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=90024> El Segundo $0.00 M 2/02/18 Bitvore <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=89970> Irvine $14.20 M 2/01/18 Joymode <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=89926> Los Angeles $14.00 M 2/01/18 Epics.gg <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=89971> Los Angeles $2.00 M 1/31/18 Scopely <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=89903> Culver City $125.00 M 1/30/18 Wag <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=89831> Los Angeles $300.00 M 1/30/18 Mammoth Media <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=89894> Los Angeles $13.00 M 1/29/18 Hoopo <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=89828> Santa Monica $1.50 M 1/26/18 Songtradr, Inc. <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=89817> West Hollywood $4.00 M 1/26/18 Skydance Media <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=89815> Marina Del Rey $0.00 M 1/24/18 Appetize <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=89799> Los Angeles $20.00 M ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html February 8, Irvine -- *TCVN: Structuring Your Company for Success* TCVN. Structuring Your Company for Success. Choosing a structure for your company is typically a confusing and difficult process. Ask three lawyers and get five different answers! Corporation or LLC? Delaware, California or Nevada? C-corp. or S-corp.? Confused? Many factors come into play when choosing an organizational structure. While most choices are not irrevocable, it is in entrepreneur’s best interest to make a well-informed decision early. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25991 February 13, Irvine -- *OCTANe Coffee at The Cove: ABCs of Med Device Funding with Visionary Venture Fund* OCTANe Coffee at The Cove: ABC’s of Med Device Funding. Join us Tuesday, February 13th for a discussion about the ABC’s of med device funding and an inside look at the Visionary Venture Fund, which was rated top three most active venture funds in healthcare in 2017 by PWC. Coffee & quality bagels will be provided. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25995 February 21, Santa moniac -- *Silicon Beach Networking Mixer at The Room In Santa Monica (Limited Free Drinks)* Silicon Beach Networking Mixer at The Room In Santa Monica (Limited Free Drinks). Wednesday, February 21st Starting at 6pm! Meet new people and participate in lively discussions with outstanding names in the Silicon Beach community. Make sure to bring your business cards and be ready to make awesome connections with people across all industries. We always have a great mix of people from Influencers to Startup CEO's and more. Register immediately for an early bird ticket. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25999 February 22, San Diego -- *Fundraising for HealthTech* Fundraising for HealthTech. San Diego Venture Group. On raising early-stage capital in HealthTech and Life Sciences — plus a meet-and-greet with several of San Diego's most interesting HealthTech and Life Science startups. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25986 ------------------------------ *Recent Job Postings * More jobs at http://www.socaltech.com/Jobs CFO or VP Finance <http:///showjob.php?id=5698> withheld Product Engineer I <http:///showjob.php?id=5697> Aerovironment Head of CRM Marketing <http:///showjob.php?id=5696> Thrive Market Accounts Payable Specialist <http:///showjob.php?id=5695> Snap Inc. Hardware Development Manager <http:///showjob.php?id=5694> SpaceX Cloud Management Architect <http:///showjob.php?id=5693> Withheld Engineering Mgr, Electrical Hardware. Aerospace. Valencia <http:///showjob.php?id=5691> withheld Sr. DevOps Engineer near Hollywood, CA at Awesome Startup <http:///showjob.php?id=5690> ZestFinance Director, Product Management, Video <http:///showjob.php?id=5689> OpenX Vice President, Investor Relations <http:///showjob.php?id=5688> Rubicon Project Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting <http:///showjob.php?id=5687> Snap Inc. Development Test Engineer <http:///showjob.php?id=5686> SpaceX Quality Assurance Engineer <http:///showjob.php?id=5685> Leaf Group Associate Recruiter <http:///showjob.php?id=5684> Safire Partners Senior Product Development Manager <http:///showjob.php?id=5680> Belkin ------------------------------ ------------------------------ *Sponsored By * TVC Capital LLC (www.tvccapital.com) Investments and acquisitions of growing software companies. Silicon Valley Bank (http://www.svb.com). Make next happen now. Stubbs Alderton Markiles, LLP (http://www.stubbsalderton.com). Business. Technology. Law. Vision. PricewaterhouseCoopers (http://www.socaltech.com/pwc). Key info (http://www.keyinfo.com) infrastructure ~ connectivity ~ co-location ~ cloud Shimokaji IP (http://www.shimokaji.com) Bettering Life Through Creative Ideas Neohire South (http://www.neohiresouth.com) Scaling startups since 2007. The #1 most connected recruiting firm in LA. 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