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PwC has just posted the results of the Q1 2014 Southern California venture deals, in its Shaking The MoneyTree presentation and update from HJ Paik, Director, Emerging Company Services Download it today for free! http://www.socaltech.com/pwc/PwC%20Shaking%20the%20MoneyTree%20Q1%202014.pdf http://www.socaltech.com/pwc --------------------------------------------------------------------------- How AssetAvenue Is Looking To Make Crowdfunding Profitable ---- There's been a lot of hype recently about crowdfunding, particularly of a myriad of consumer-focused products on such sites as Indiegogo and Kickstarter. It seems like you can't go anywhere without bumping into a dozen people all with their own projects on one of those crowdfunding sites, hoping to get enough investors in their projects to take them to the next level. However, to date, even though there have been many, successful fundraising campaigns on those crowdfunding sites--it's been unclear what the return on that crowdfunding has been overall for backers. Recently, Los Angeles-based real estate crowdfunding site AssetAvenue (www.assetavenue.com) has launched its own flavor of crowdsourcing, focused on commercial real estate projects, and hired the first employee out of Indiegogo, Adam Chapnick, to help it with those efforts. We caught up with Adam to hear why he thinks commercial real estate makes more sense to invest in with crowdfunding that other areas. First, for those not familiar with AssetAvenue, can you talk about what the company does? Adam Chapnick: AssetAvenue is a brand new company, in what I think is the most exciting space in crowdfunding. It's a new way to connect investors with opportunities they have (More...) http://www.socaltech.com/how_assetavenue_is_looking_to_make_crowdfunding_profitable/s-0054964.html --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Report: Apple Eyes Beats Electronics In $3.2 Billion Deal ---- Consumer electronics and computer giant Apple is in talks to acquire Los Angeles-based Beats Electronics, according to multiple reports Thursday evening, which would value Beats at around $3.2 billion. Citing multiple sources, the reports said the deal would include both Beats Electronics' headphone business as well as its newly launched streaming music services, Beats Music. http://www.socaltech.com/report_apple_eyes_beats_electronicsl/s-0054962.html ImaginAb Raises $21M ---- Los Angeles-based ImagineAb, a developer of biotechnology used for molecular imaging, said Thursday that it has raised $21M in a Series B financing round. The funding was led by Merieux Developpement, and also included Novartis Venture Funds, Cycad Group and Nextech Invest. ImaginAb, which is led by Dr. Christian Behrenbruch, is developing antibody technology being used for treatment of cancer and immunology. The company said the funding will go towards accelerating its lead program, which is aimed at helping in the treatment of prostate cancer. http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57429 Snapchat Settles With FTC ---- Venice, California-based Snapchat has settled charges with the Federal Trade Commission, the FTC said Thursday afternoon, and has agreed to misrepresent the extent to which it maintains the privacy, security, and confidentiality of users' information--and will also be required to implement a "comprehensive privacy program" monitored for the next 20 years. (More...) http://www.socaltech.com/snapchat_settles_with_ftc/s-0054960.html Talenthouse Raises $10M ---- Hollywood-based Talenthouse, which operates an online community of artists and creatives, said this morning that it has raised $10M in a funding round. The funding was led by Germany company Starwatch, which is part of ProSiebenSat.1. Other investors in the round included angels First Artist Bank, Gerard Butler and Jean Pigozzi. Talenthouse operates an online community which allows artists to submit their work to possible clients, essentially helping with crowdsourcing artistic works. http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/index.php?action=showdeal&id=57400 Lettuce Acquired By Intuit ---- Los Angeles-based Lettuce, the developer of inventory and order management apps headed by Raad MObrem, has been acquired by Intuit, the company announced this morning. According to Lettuce, the company will help Intuit provide solutions to the small business market. Financial terms of the acquisition were not announced. Lettuce said it will continue to offer up its products to customers, and will provide more about the company's "joint vision" and new product development efforts with Intuit after the transaction closes. Lettuce had raised around $2.0M in funding from 500 Startups, Baroda Ventures, Crosscut Ventures, Double M Partners, LaunchpadLA, and Zelkova Ventures. Some reports are pegging the acquisition at around $30M. http://www.socaltech.com/lettuce_acquired_by_intuit/s-0054954.html TVC Capital Backs LiquidPlanner ---- San Diego-based growth equity investor TVC Capital is the lead investor in LiquidPlanner, a developer of online project management software this morning. LiquidPlanenr said it raised $8M in a Series B funding from TVC Capital, the first venture funding in the company since it was founded in 2007. Steven Hamerslag of TVC Capital will join LiquidPlanner's board of directors with the funding. LiquidPlanner is based in Seattle. LiquidPlanner's project management software revolves around a "scheduling engine" which helps teams better manage project plans, providing both best-case and worst-case estimates for projects to help generate realistic schedules. http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57399 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- MARKETPLACE Reach 10000+ readers for 5 days for $250 Post your marketplace ad at: http://www.socaltech.com/postad.html ------------------------------ADVERTISEMENT------------------------------- TO LLC OR NOT TO LLC TO LLC OR NOT TO LLC. Ventura BioCenter Entrepreneur’s Business Seminar Series. Entrepreneur’s Business Seminar Series Thursday, May 15th, 2014 5:30pm – 7:30pm Corporate Formation: Pros and Cons of Different Corporate Structures. 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(http://www.fetchrecruiting.com) Technical Recruiting for LA based Startups and High-Growth Companies ------------------------------ADVERTISEMENT------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------ RECENT JOB POSTINGS More jobs at http://www.socaltech.com/Jobs Members post jobs for free Contract Research Analyst, Santa Monica, RampRate http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5563 VP of Sales & Alliances, Santa Monica, RampRate http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5564 Sourcing Analyst, Santa Monica, RampRate http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5565 Client Project Administrator, Santa Monica, RampRate http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5566 VP or Director of Business Alliances, Santa Monica, RampRate http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5567 Inside Sales: IT Services (Colo, Telcom, CDN), Santa Monica, RampRate http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5568 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ RECENT FUNDING SUMMARY 05/09/14 ImaginAB $21.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57429 05/08/14 Talenthouse $10.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57400 05/07/14 Metacloud $15.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57357 05/06/14 Flux.io $8.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57319 05/06/14 HG Data Company $2.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57317 05/06/14 PEAR Sports $5.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57314 05/05/14 UberMedia FKA PostUp FKA TweetUp $8.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57216 05/02/14 FreshRealm $10.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57213 05/01/14 Gimbal $0.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57206 04/30/14 MovieLaLa $0.8M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57115 04/30/14 Otonomy, Inc. $49.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=57113 04/29/14 TeleSign $40.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=56863 04/29/14 Tealium Inc. $20.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=56862 04/29/14 Nant Health $100.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=56861 04/28/14 Verdezyne $48.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=56838 04/28/14 Kite Pharma $50.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=56836 04/28/14 Alignment Healthcare $125.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=56835 04/25/14 Stockr $0.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=56832 04/21/14 Nervana Systems $0.6M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=56724 04/21/14 Enplug, Inc. $2.5M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=56723 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Upcoming Events This Month http://www.socaltech.com/Calendar socaltech.com Calendar of Southern California High Tech Events Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html May 9, Pasadena -- SpaceFest VI. Spacefest is THE event for the space enthusiast of any stripe-Pure astronomy; manned exploration; robotic exploration; commercial space, space history. Professional or amateur. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24052 May 10, Pasadena -- SpaceFest VI. Spacefest is THE event for the space enthusiast of any stripe-Pure astronomy; manned exploration; robotic exploration; commercial space, space history. Professional or amateur. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24053 May 11, Pasadena -- SpaceFest VI. Spacefest is THE event for the space enthusiast of any stripe-Pure astronomy; manned exploration; robotic exploration; commercial space, space history. Professional or amateur. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24054 May 13, San Pedro -- Meet the Angels. An opportunity for entrepreneurs and start-up teams to interact with local Angel investors. The event starts with a discussion of what angels look for when investing and how to best present your company as an angel investment opportunity. Following this introduction, the angels will answer questions from the audience. The event concludes with a networking reception. This is your opportunity to get information from real angels who can give you insights into the Angel investment environment. Presented by Locke Lord, LLP; hosted by PortTech.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24082 May 14, Santa Monica -- The Evolution of Facebook Advertising - New Ways Marketers Are Driving Business Results. With organic reach on a steady decline (nearly 50 0rop in the past year), the question is not IF brands should advertise on Facebook but HOW they should advertise. Join MediaPost writer Erik Sass who will be moderating a panel including Rob Reed (Founder & Chief Innovation Officer of MomentFeed), Larry Weintraub (CEO of Fanscape), and more to be announced as they tackle the issues facing every brand and business using Facebook as a marketing tool. Topics will include: Setting the right campaign objectives: What business outcomes are you looking for? Reaching local audiences: Can you really see 10X results from local pages? Auto-play video ads through daily takeovers: Is it worth the $1M? The new right-rail ad unit: What will the value be. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24091 May 14, Los Angeles -- This election there is a rare open seat in California's 33rd Congressional District, which includes Santa Monica, Venice and other core Silicon Beach areas, due to Henry Waxman retiring after 40-years in Congress. As a result, Santa Monica-based Cyber Law & Business Report (CLBR) is inviting the leading contenders for the open seat to take the 10+10 Challenge which means: Stating Their Position on 10 tech-oriented issues; and Talking With Us For 10 Minutes on why they will best represent Silicon Beach in Congress.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24095 May 14, San Diego -- May Tech Fiesta. San Diego MIT Enterprise Forum will present its 3rd annual May Tech Fiesta on May 14, 2014 at the Medical Education & Telemedicine building on the UC San Diego campus. The program will feature 3-minute “elevator pitches” from selected companies to an audience of investment bankers, capital investment and planning experts, venture capitalists, angel investors, service providers, senior executives and other entrepreneurs. Presenting companies will also staff display tables during a network reception before pitching their companies and products to the audience. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24033 May 14, Santa Monica -- Fireside Chat w/ One Kings Lane Co-Founder, Susan Feldman- Startups Uncensored #42. Startups Uncensored. This month's Startups Uncensored will be a fireside chat with One Kings Lane CO-FOUNDER & CHIEF MERCHANDISING OFFICER, Susan Feldman hosted by Docstoc Founder, Jason Nazar. Susan Feldman is the co-founder and chief merchandising officer of One Kings Lane. In addition to overseeing all buying and merchandising, she travels the world in search of exciting and unique products.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24074 May 14, Thousand Oaks -- Clean Technology Council Workshop. WILL YOUR NEXT CAR RUN ON ELECTRICITY OR NATURAL GAS? Keynote Speakers are Steve Herbruck, CEO and B Scott Farrenkopf, EVP GoTek Energy Inc. Today's electric vehicles are hampered by high cost, short range, limited charging locations, weight and toxic battery material recycling. The piston-free GoTek Energy DynaKinetic(tm) engine runs efficiently on any fuel including clean natural gas to reduce mechanical complexity, mass, and energy loss. Learn how this radical engine was created and its future. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24089 May 15, San Diego -- CONNECT’s Nearsourcing Workshop: Nearsourcing to Success – Software Engineering. Join us for a very special, one-time only Nearsourcing workshop: Nearsourcing to Success – Software Engineering on Thursday, May 15 with industry experts from Solekai Systems and Verimatrix. Learn about the issues to consider when looking to find local software engineering providers, why test or other “real world” resources lend themselves to sourcing locally and not abroad and why such resources are crucial and discover the advantages to nearsourcing close to home, including logistics, operational requirements, risks, costs and quality.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24079 May 15, San Diego -- CONNECT’s FrameWorks Workshop: Raising Early-Stage Capital and the Art of the Term Sheet. Join us for the next FrameWorks Workshop: Raising Early-Stage Capital and the Art of the Term Sheet on May 15 in partnership with Morrison & Foerster LLP. Learn the basics of the start-up fundraising process, receive practical, actionable lessons on deal structure and terms, and understand common financing issues and pitfalls for the unwary.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24090 May 15, Los Angeles -- International Space Development Conference. The International Space Development Conference (ISDC) is the annual conference of the National Space Society. The ISDC is unique in that it brings together members of the general public with space activists, scientists, engineers, educators, astronauts, aerospace industry leaders, and government officials for one purpose: to explore humanity's future in space. The theme of this year’s ISDC is “A Space Renaissance.” ISDC 2014 provides an immersive look into current space development programs, cutting-edge aerospace technology, and innovative new projects to inspire the next renaissance of human culture: the colonization, development, and capitalization of space.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24096 May 15, Newbury Park -- TO LLC OR NOT TO LLC. Ventura BioCenter Entrepreneur’s Business Seminar Series. Corporate Formation: Pros and Cons of Different Corporate Structures. Ryan Azlein, corporate attorney for Stubbs Alderton of will discuss: Explain LLCs, Sole Proprietorship, C-Corps, etc.; What are the key advantages of each; How some companies start with one and then transition to another; What are the legal/tax ramifications of each structure. Sponsored by TechCXO. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24105 May 15, Irvine -- Leadership workshop. WITI. The Ingredients for a High Performing Team Start with You! Your team is a direct reflection of your habits of leadership. Walk out of this workshop with a leadership templateNEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24106 May 16, Los Angeles -- Information Security Summit VI. The Sixth Annual Information Security Summit is the premier Information Security event in Southern California. The Summit provides a unique opportunity to learn from leading cyber security experts like Former White House cyber security czar Richard A. Clarke and Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey. Open to Business leaders, Technology Leaders, Information Systems Security Leaders, and anyone else tasked with protecting their organization’s sensitive information, the summit offers comprehensive, cutting-edge educational sessions presented by leading industry speakers and provides a unique opportunity for networking and mutual education. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24093 May 16, Los Angeles -- International Space Development Conference. The International Space Development Conference (ISDC) is the annual conference of the National Space Society. The ISDC is unique in that it brings together members of the general public with space activists, scientists, engineers, educators, astronauts, aerospace industry leaders, and government officials for one purpose: to explore humanity's future in space. The theme of this year’s ISDC is “A Space Renaissance.” ISDC 2014 provides an immersive look into current space development programs, cutting-edge aerospace technology, and innovative new projects to inspire the next renaissance of human culture: the colonization, development, and capitalization of space.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24097 May 17, Los Angeles -- International Space Development Conference. The International Space Development Conference (ISDC) is the annual conference of the National Space Society. The ISDC is unique in that it brings together members of the general public with space activists, scientists, engineers, educators, astronauts, aerospace industry leaders, and government officials for one purpose: to explore humanity's future in space. The theme of this year’s ISDC is “A Space Renaissance.” ISDC 2014 provides an immersive look into current space development programs, cutting-edge aerospace technology, and innovative new projects to inspire the next renaissance of human culture: the colonization, development, and capitalization of space.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24098 May 17, Los Angeles -- AngelHack Los Angeles Spring 2014. Have you got the skills? Now put them to the test! AngelHack’s new hackathon competition, The Whole Developer,will take place in 30 cities around the world and focuses on soft skills for developers, designers and entrepreneurs, guiding them towards better overall business acumen and an improved lifestyle. Get ready to compete in the most recognized global hackathon and win a chance to be accepted into AngelHack’s HACKcelerator program and a trip to San Francisco. Get FREE tickets with "SoCal100Tech" to AngelHack LA. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24088 May 18, Los Angeles -- International Space Development Conference. The International Space Development Conference (ISDC) is the annual conference of the National Space Society. The ISDC is unique in that it brings together members of the general public with space activists, scientists, engineers, educators, astronauts, aerospace industry leaders, and government officials for one purpose: to explore humanity's future in space. The theme of this year’s ISDC is “A Space Renaissance.” ISDC 2014 provides an immersive look into current space development programs, cutting-edge aerospace technology, and innovative new projects to inspire the next renaissance of human culture: the colonization, development, and capitalization of space.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24099 May 20, Laguna -- Future in Review (FiRe) Conference. The leading global conference on the intersection of technology and the economy. New partnerships, projects, and plans you can’t afford to miss. If your success depends on having an accurate view of the future, or you’d like to meet others who are able and motivated to forge action-based alliances, this is the most important conference you will attend. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24101 May 20, Santa Monica -- CoFoundersLab Matchup Santa Monica. CoFoundersLab Matchup Santa Monica is aimed at helping entrepreneurs find co-founders, advisers & interns and to build strong, core startup teams. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/23977 May 21, Irvine -- We've all seen buzz words come and go in the tech world.What is IoTIoE or MtoM technology? Is it life as we know it or is it just fantasy orHollywood sci-fi. How is IoT affecting business, affecting lifestyles and are we ready for it or has it already become a hidden part of everyday life and we just don't know it? What is IoT? What are the elements that use IoT or include IoT initiatives? What's the Myth? What's just in the movies vs what you can feasibly bring to market? What's the Reality? What are the real benefits we are gaining from IoT? What's the Trend? The most obvious, least obvious aspects of IoT in everyday life. What's the Challenge? People's expectations vs costsvs adaptability of markets and consumers. What's the Takeaway? What are the opportunities for startups? As consumers, what is coming and how do we deal with them. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24102 May 22, Los Angeles -- SwitchPitch UCLA. SwitchPitch is a role-reversal event where established companies pitch funded innovation projects to qualified startups looking for great partners. Our 2013 events enabled many large companies to sign deals with innovative startups, so we’re excited to roll out a 2014 calendar. Each event is focused on 3-4 topics to heighten focus and business development activities between the large companies and startups who attend. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24062 May 22, Santa Barbara -- Why Mentorship Works featuring Kevin O'Connor! Introducing: Mentorship Works. Mentorship Works provides a FREE service to the community connecting mentors and mentees to foster entrepreneurship in business, non-profit, and personal growth. Mentorship Works is delighted to invite you to our LAUNCH EVENT: Why Mentorship Works! Featuring Kevin O'Connor. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24104 May 22, Irvine -- Back to the Future - Exploring Drones & Robotics. Join Tech in Motion: OC at Eureka Building's high tech outdoor venue to check out high flying drones and futuristic robots May 22nd! We will be showcasing exciting Southern California Robotics and Drone companies, award winning teams and awesome startups at this exciting event. From high flying cinematography drones to life changing robotics, enjoy a night exploring Orange County’s best. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24092 May 22, Irvine -- Technology Investor Forum. As a reminder, VC in the OC has evolved into the Technology Investor Forum! In 2014, OCTANe decided to rebrand VC in the OC, one of OCTANe's most popular signature events. The new name, Technology Investor Forum, was created to better represent the expanding regional innovation economy. This year's Forum is the next big thing, and it will deliver a broader investor base and showcase even more high-tech companies! What's more, it will continue to be the largest investment, high growth, and innovation conference in Southern California. With nearly 1,000 attendees, hundreds of companies, and dozens of investors, it is the one conference that all tech, life science, and cleantech CEOs, entrepreneurs, and investors must attend. Keynote: Brendan Iribe, CEO, Oculus VR Inside the $2 Billion Facebook Deal: How This Orange County Startup Made it Big. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24075 May 29, Los Angeles -- The Israel Conference. Mark your calendar to be at The Israel Conference™ for our sixth annual business and technology event. Co-chaired by Yossi Vardi, renown for Instant Messaging, this is a highly regarded tech conference with over 70 speakers and 700 attendees. The Israel Conference™ is a high-energy nexus point for great networking with the minds and money responsible for the most innovative solutions and services of tomorrow. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/23863 May 30, Los Angeles -- The Israel Conference. Mark your calendar to be at The Israel Conference™ for our sixth annual business and technology event. Co-chaired by Yossi Vardi, renown for Instant Messaging, this is a highly regarded tech conference with over 70 speakers and 700 attendees. The Israel Conference™ is a high-energy nexus point for great networking with the minds and money responsible for the most innovative solutions and services of tomorrow. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/23864 June 5, Santa Monica -- LA CEO presents: Peter Marx, LA's first Chief Innovation Technology Officer. Please join us for a fireside chat and informative round table, led by Mark Landay, Dynamic Synergy Executive Recruitment. This exclusive breakfast event is restricted to CEOs & CFOs only. A confirmed RSVP required. No service providers. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24100 June 5, Los Angeles -- International Trade Outlook - June 5, 2014 - Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation. GAIN INSIGHT INTO TRADE OUTLOOK * Trade to Accelerate Over Next Two Years * Will You Need More Logistics Capacity? PANAMA CANAL IMPLICATIONS * How Will the Canal Widening Impact L.A. Trade? CHINA REPORT * Less Scrap More Goods and Services – Capitalize on the Transformation of Exports to China. * Is Increased Chinese Tourism Creating Business and Export Opportunities? * China Rising to Top 3 for Los Angeles Tourism, Exports, and Direct Investment?. 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