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We are always interested in meeting new candidates and potential clients, so feel free to email our Managing Partner, Todd Gitlin at [email protected]. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- YouMail Raises $5.5M ---- Irvine-based YouMail, the cloud voicemail service led by Alex Quilici, has raised $5.5M, thanks to the JOBS act and a crowdfunding push (More...) http://www.socaltech.com/youmail_raises____m/s-0059214.html http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showco&id=11253 TigerText Extends Secure Messaging To Other Apps With SDK ---- Need secure messaging in your own app? Santa Monica-based TigerText is looking to enable secure messaging in any app--not just the company's own--with a new SDK and platform, the company said Tuesday. TigerText said it has launched the TigerConnect platform-as-a-service (PaaS), which will allow software developers to integrate secure messagign into any application. Pricing on the new offering was not announced. TigerText is looking to broaden access to its secure messaging from its core healthcare and enterprise markets. The company's software helps app developer send secure text, voice, and video messages, as well as share files. Rubicon Project Launches Native Ad Server ---- Los Angeles-based Rubicon Project announced this morning that it has launched its own, native ad server, aimed at premium publishers and app developers. According to Rubicon Project, it has tied with InMobi to offer up the ad server, which can help those developers and pubishers deliver both direct-sold and in-house native advertising, with indirect advertising. Financial details of the deal between Rubicon and InMobi were not announced. The new mobile ad server works with the new OpenRTB 2.3 specification for native advertising, according to the companies. Numecent Taps Broadcom Exec As New CEO ---- Irvine-based Numecent, which develops a cloud-based service to help deliver applications over the web, said it has named former Broadcom executive Tom Lagatta as its new CEO. Lagatta was previously Executive Vice President of Worldwide Sales at Broadcom. Current CEO and co-founder Osman Kent moves to Executive Chairman. The company said Lagatta will focus on scaling operations and geographical expansion of the company, including worldwide sales and marketing and business processes. Osman will focus on the technology and strategic partners. Numecent is venture backed by T-Venture, and offers up a technology it calls cloudpaging, which accelerates the delivery of Microsoft Windows applications to remote computers. Rootstock Partners, iFinance Merge To Form Full Stack Finance ---- Two, Los Angeles area firms which serve the startup market, Rootstock Partners, founded by former Beachmint CFO Jordan Posell, and iFinance, founded by Ivan Ivanokovich, who has been the CFO of such companies as The Mobile Majority and Total Beauty, have merged. According to the two, they have created a new company called Full Stack Finance, which will offer up a range of financial and related service to early stage and high growth companies. The firm said will continue to have offices in both Santa Monica and Pasadena. Both serve a large number of early stage companies in the Los Angeles area, including DogVacay, SoleSociety, WorkPop, and many others. Voxox Rolls White Label Offering ---- San Diego-based cloud-based communications provider Voxox is rolling out a new product today, a new white-label cloud communications product aimed at operators and original equipment manufacturers. Voxox said its new Cloud Phone product allows those operators and OEMs to offer up a virtual PBX service to small business users. Pricing on the new product was not disclosed. TEN Names New Exec ---- Los Angeles-based TEN: The Enthusiast Network, the online ad network focused on the automotive and action sports areas, said today that it has named Scott Bailey as President, Automotive. Bailey previously was COO of Synacor, and also had served at Comcast Interactive Media, and also served at Turner Sports Interaction, where he managed NASCAR.com, PGA.com, and PGATour.com. The company said that Bailey is also an Emmy Award winner for his work in advanced media technology. The Enthusiast Network offers up access to brands such as Motor Trend, Automobile, Hot Rod, Surfer, and other websites, events, and more. Ixia Gets $100M Credit Facility ---- Calabasas-based Ixia, the developer of network testing equipment and software, reported late Tuesday that it has secured a new, $100M credit facility. The company said the new credit line is being administered by Silicon Valley Bank, along with Regions Bank, with funds coming from Cadence Bank, N.A., Barclays Bank and Stifel Financial Corp. The company said the three year credit facility including revolving credit of up to $60M and term loan of $40M, with an option to request up to $80M in additional credit if needed. Terms of the credit facility were not announced. ViaSat Buys ASIC, FPGA Design Company ---- Carlsbad-based ViaSat, the satellite communications technology developer, said Tuesday that it has acquire ASIC and FPGA design provider EAI Design Services. Financial details of the buy were not disclosed. ViaSat said it will use the buy to bolster its capabilities in the high-speed, low-power secure space-based ASIC and FPGA microprocessor design area. EAI Design provides cores and encryption products aimed at high speed networking at speeds of up to 100 Gbps. ViaSat said the company's encryption cores are implemented in space-hardened ASICs and FPGAs, and will help it accelerate its deployment of trusted platforms into the commercial area. Booker, With Office In Irvine, Gets $35M ---- Online appointment booking service Booker, which has an office in Irvine, said Tuesday that it has raised $35M in a Series C funding round. The New York startup offers up an online service, aimed at small and medium sized businesses, and helps book and schedule appointments for those customers. The company focuses on businesses such as spas, massage therapists, skin and hair care, and other similar service focused industries. The company's operations in Irvine look to be mostly focused on sales and sales operations for the company. http://www.socaltech.com/booker_with_office_in_irvine_gets_3_m/s-0059199.html Hulu Inks Deal For Disney Junior Content ---- Santa Monica-based online streaming television provider Hulu, along with Disney-ABC Television Group, said this morning they have inked a deal to bring Disney Junior's content to Hulu. The two said they are starting with and exclusive on two animated series, Doc McStuffins and Bunnytown, along with a non-exclusive deal to Handy Manny. Financial details of the deal between the companies were not disclosed. The two said they are working on bringing even more series from Disney's brands to Hulu in the future. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- MARKETPLACE Reach 10000+ readers for 5 days for $250 Post your marketplace ad at: http://www.socaltech.com/postad.html ------------------------------ADVERTISEMENT------------------------------- Key Information Systems Key Information Systems, Inc. (KeyInfo) is a leading regional systems integrator, with world-class compute, storage and networking solutions and professional services for the most advanced software-defined data centers. These competencies are tightly complimented by a full suite of data center capabilities including private and hybrid cloud offerings, connectivity services, colocation facilities and managed services. 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Click here: http://bit.ly/1qXwlYU to watch a short video with feedback from finalists and winners from the 2014 Awards. Winners included Curacao, EdgeCast Networks, ENI-JR286, Fuhu, Inc., The Honest Company, Prodege LLC/Swagbucks, Stamps.com and TrueCar Inc. Please mark your calendars today for the Greater Los Angeles EOY Awards Gala on Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. We're looking forward to celebrating another group of exceptional entrepreneurs who not only create and build market-leading businesses, but also help take the standard of excellence to new heights, transform the face of industry, create jobs and contribute to the vibrancy in our Greater Los Angeles community. QUESTIONS? 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Widely recognized for its expertise, responsiveness and outstanding client service, the Firm's size, structure, and culture allow it to provide the highest quality representation while maintaining the responsiveness and relationships commonly associated with smaller firms. ------------------------------ADVERTISEMENT------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------ RECENT JOB POSTINGS More jobs at http://www.socaltech.com/Jobs Members post jobs for free Senior Software Engineer, Santa Monica, MD Insider http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5616 Director of Healthcare Analytics , Santa Monica , MD Insider http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5617 Software Development Engineer, Santa Monica, Vision Technology Solutions, LLC http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5620 Director, Network and IT Operations, marina del rey, TeleSign http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5619 Senior DevOps Engineer, Marina del Rey, TeleSign http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5618 Lead Data Engineer, Santa Monica, MD Insider http://www.socaltech.com/showjob.php?id=5615 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ RECENT FUNDING SUMMARY 03/04/15 YouMail $5.5M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62652 03/02/15 Rocket Labs $0.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62511 03/02/15 PSI Services $0.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62510 02/26/15 3D Robotics $50.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62507 02/26/15 Twenty20 FKA InstaCanvas $20.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62503 02/25/15 Mavenlink, Inc. $19.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62388 02/23/15 Machinima.com $24.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62382 02/19/15 17Hats $1.3M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62298 02/18/15 Firefly Games $8.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62291 02/17/15 Tealium Inc. $30.7M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62290 02/17/15 Laguna Pharmaceuticals $30.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62288 02/12/15 LoveLab $0.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62200 02/12/15 Cidara Therapeutics $42.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62199 02/11/15 Laurel & Wolf $4.4M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62198 02/11/15 Hyperloop Technologies $8.5M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62197 02/10/15 New Matter $6.5M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=62193 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 March 4, Palm Springs -- The Urban Water Institute presents their Spring Water Conference. The Urban Water Institute, Inc., was incorporated as a nonprofit public education organization in the State of California in 1993, with the Mission to provide non-partisan information of timely and pertinent interest to the water resource industry, including public agencies and private firms, with particular emphasis on water economics, management and resource policies as they affect consumers and the general economy. Hilton Palm Springs (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see http://urbanwater.com/wp-content/uploads/Program-Agenda-2-11-15-FORMAL4.pdf.NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24569 March 4, Woodland Hills -- Data Visualization for the Quality Professional. SCQAA. Michael Scofield, Asst. Professor in Health Informatics at Loma Linda University will speak on why decision-makers often ask for "data", but what they really want is information that will help them understand a problem or a condition around the decisions that need to be made. However, they often do not know what data is available, what it is called, and how the data they need derived can be expressed.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24534 March 5, Los Angeles -- The USC Alumni Association is proud to present the 7th Annual USC Women's Conference: "Be Bold and Thrive!" We invite you to join more than 1,000 alumnae, parents, students and friends for an inspirational day of workshops, lively discussions and networking, here on our ever-changing University Park Campus. For further details see https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/SCA/event/showEventForm.jsp?form_id=183596.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24449 March 5, Palm Springs -- The Urban Water Institute presents their Spring Water Conference. The Urban Water Institute, Inc., was incorporated as a nonprofit public education organization in the State of California in 1993, with the Mission to provide non-partisan information of timely and pertinent interest to the water resource industry, including public agencies and private firms, with particular emphasis on water economics, management and resource policies as they affect consumers and the general economy. Hilton Palm Springs (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see http://urbanwater.com/wp-content/uploads/Program-Agenda-2-11-15-FORMAL4.pdf.NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24570 March 6, Pasadena -- TZ Tech Crawl is back for the new year and teaming up with Digital LA for their Digital Women Symposium!! Come take a tour of some of the hottest LA Tech companies located in Pasadena. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24552 March 6, Los Angeles -- BritWeek Nomination Deadline. The BritWeek and UK Trade & Investment Business Innovation Awards, presented by Virgin Atlantic, celebrate outstanding achievements in innovation among the diverse UK-California business community. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24482 March 6, San Diego -- Startup Weekend EDU San Diego. Have you ever had an idea for improving education? Here’s your opportunity to transform your education ideas into action in 54 hours. Find the right people with the complementary skills & passion to build an education product in one weekend. Design for learning, conduct user tests, receive coaching from experienced education designers & industry professionals and win prizes that will help take your idea to the next level. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24540 March 6, Palm Springs -- The Urban Water Institute presents their Spring Water Conference. The Urban Water Institute, Inc., was incorporated as a nonprofit public education organization in the State of California in 1993, with the Mission to provide non-partisan information of timely and pertinent interest to the water resource industry, including public agencies and private firms, with particular emphasis on water economics, management and resource policies as they affect consumers and the general economy. Hilton Palm Springs (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see http://urbanwater.com/wp-content/uploads/Program-Agenda-2-11-15-FORMAL4.pdf.NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24571 March 6, Pasadena -- Digital LA - Digital Women Symposium. Held on the weekend of International Women's Day, our first Digital Women symposium celebrates women in tech including women startup CEO / founders, digital professionals, developers, designers and more. The symposium includes panels, keynotes, and workshops featuring women and men to discus action steps to increase and retain women in tech, and connect and inspire attendees. The symposium will bring together speakers and attendees from LA to OC to Pasadena, at the new Cross Campus Pasadena location. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24551 March 7, San Diego -- Startup Weekend EDU San Diego. Have you ever had an idea for improving education? Here’s your opportunity to transform your education ideas into action in 54 hours. Find the right people with the complementary skills & passion to build an education product in one weekend. Design for learning, conduct user tests, receive coaching from experienced education designers & industry professionals and win prizes that will help take your idea to the next level. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24541 March 8, San Diego -- Startup Weekend EDU San Diego. Have you ever had an idea for improving education? Here’s your opportunity to transform your education ideas into action in 54 hours. Find the right people with the complementary skills & passion to build an education product in one weekend. Design for learning, conduct user tests, receive coaching from experienced education designers & industry professionals and win prizes that will help take your idea to the next level. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24542 March 10, Santa Monica -- Startup Grind Los Angeles Hosts Cody Simms (Managing Director, Techstars). Cody has been operating at the intersection of technology and media since the late 1990s when his first employer Snap.com merged into NBC Internet. He is particularly interested in the ever-changing ways that our increasingly networked and connected society, creates, distributes and consumes information.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24539 March 10, Santa Monica -- Women in LAVA: "SO YOU THINK YOU CAN RAISE?" You have your concept, your team, marketing strategy, maybe even some sales, and now it’s time to raise capital to start or expand your company. Are you ready? Do you have all your financial ducks in a row? Is the timing right for your company for an Angel round? For a Series A round? Do you know how much you need to launch and to make it through your first year or two? What are investors looking for in a company? What triggers the funding? Is Crowdfunding the right path for your company? These are the questions our experienced panel will help you wade through, to help you have a clear picture of what you need to have ready for your raise.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24549 March 11, Los Angeles -- LaunchFEST: Doing Deals with Silicon Valley--Attracting Funding, Angels, and Tech Trends. We only do this event ONCE a year bringing down our best Silicon Valley and San Francisco investors looking to fund startups in LA. Space limited to70 for program, 200 for party. Enjoy dynamic conversations, idea-sharing, panel, and fun networking with new partners or investors over delicous food and drinks party Hear directly from Silicon Valley leaders on the hottest trends; attracting funding from angels; and get private fastpitch. Pitch to investors in group setting; or private 2 minutes fast pitch during VIP Investors Dinner.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24562 March 11, Thousand Oaks -- The Clean Technology Council presents Storage, Wind, Solar, Hydro & Fuel Cells: An Electric Utility Perspective by Gary Barsley, Manager of Customer Self-Generation at So Cal Edison. Gary will discuss trends and business models in the solar industry, customer energy storage programs and “Community Solar.” Traditional energy markets and relationships between utilities, customers and energy suppliers are changing dramatically. Renewable energy generation and storage play an increasingly important role. Thousand Oaks (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see http://www.eventbrite.com/e/energy-storage-solar-wind-hydro-fuel-cells-and-biofuel-trends-an-electric-utility-perspective-tickets-15771769788?ref=ebtn.NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24572 March 11, Los Angeles -- Live Talks Business Forum. C.L. Max Nikias, President, University of Southern California "Innovation in Higher Education" in conversation with Peter Marx Chief Innovation Technology Officer and Deputy Mayor, City of Los Angeles. USC President Nikias comes to Live Talks Business Forum to talk about how the nation’s top research universities can spur innovation and economic growth; bioscience as the next growth industry for Southern California; the cost/value of higher education; diversity; and the role of universities in the community.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24554 March 11, Winterhaven -- The 8th Annual Imperial Valley Renewable Energy Summit will focus on the ever changing and expanding opportunities for development in the region where the full spectrum of renewable energy production continues to thrive. Imperial Valley currently exports over 500 megawatts of renewable energy to surrounding communities. With the addition of new renewable energy projects that are under development and upon completion would produce up to 2,500 MW of renewable energy. Imperial Valley is poised to be a major contributor in helping California achieve its renewable energy portfolio standards of 33% renewable energy by 2020. Quechan Resort, Winterhaven, CA (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see http://ivres.ivedc.com/2015-summit/schedule/.NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24573 March 12, Los Angeles -- Climate Resolve and Environmental Defense Fund host the California Methane Symposium. At this symposium, climate change and methane experts from leading academic and research institutions will discuss the science behind methane as a major climate change agent and announce newly funded research. Scientists and government representatives will detail what is both known and unknown about concentrations and sources of methane in California, such as landfill emissions, oil extraction and refinement and aging gas transmission infrastructure. Deaton Auditorium, LAPD Headquarters, Los Angeles, 1:30 – 4:30 PM (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see "http://www.eventbrite.com/e/california-methane-symposium-tickets-15674326332?aff=es2&rank=37"NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24576 March 12, Santa monica -- LAVA Annual Venture Awards Dinner. LAVA 12th Annual Venture Awards Dinner Celebrating 30 years of service to the Los Angeles Entrepreneurial Community. Featuring Frank Mottek, KNX1070 Business Hour Host as Master of Ceremonies. 2015 Hall of Fame Honoree - CHUCK DAVIS OF TCV AND SWAGBUCKS. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24550 March 12, Winterhaven -- The 8th Annual Imperial Valley Renewable Energy Summit will focus on the ever changing and expanding opportunities for development in the region where the full spectrum of renewable energy production continues to thrive. Imperial Valley currently exports over 500 megawatts of renewable energy to surrounding communities. With the addition of new renewable energy projects that are under development and upon completion would produce up to 2,500 MW of renewable energy. Imperial Valley is poised to be a major contributor in helping California achieve its renewable energy portfolio standards of 33% renewable energy by 2020. Quechan Resort, Winterhaven, CA (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see http://ivres.ivedc.com/2015-summit/schedule/.NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24574 March 12, UC San Diego -- the Green Revolution 2.0 — will examine Food and Fuel for the 21st Century: stress tolerant food crops to feed our growing populations and advanced biofuels to power our continued economic growth. This symposium will feature top researchers from around the world presenting the latest research in genetics, synthetic biology, bioinformatics, economics, and bio-manufacturing of algae and plant-based biomass. Atkinson Hall, UC San Diego (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see "https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?EventID=1634051".NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24577 March 13, Winterhaven -- The 8th Annual Imperial Valley Renewable Energy Summit will focus on the ever changing and expanding opportunities for development in the region where the full spectrum of renewable energy production continues to thrive. Imperial Valley currently exports over 500 megawatts of renewable energy to surrounding communities. With the addition of new renewable energy projects that are under development and upon completion would produce up to 2,500 MW of renewable energy. Imperial Valley is poised to be a major contributor in helping California achieve its renewable energy portfolio standards of 33% renewable energy by 2020. Quechan Resort, Winterhaven, CA (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see http://ivres.ivedc.com/2015-summit/schedule/.NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24575 March 13, UC San Diego -- the Green Revolution 2.0 — will examine Food and Fuel for the 21st Century: stress tolerant food crops to feed our growing populations and advanced biofuels to power our continued economic growth. This symposium will feature top researchers from around the world presenting the latest research in genetics, synthetic biology, bioinformatics, economics, and bio-manufacturing of algae and plant-based biomass. Atkinson Hall, UC San Diego (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see "https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?EventID=1634051".NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24578 March 16, Los Angeles -- The California STEM Learning Network will convene 400 partners and STEM leaders from PK-12, higher education, business and industry, government agencies, science rich education institutions, and non-profits to help California prepare the nation’s most STEM-capable graduates by coordinating and activating a statewide network representing all STEM stakeholders. Westin Bonaventure, Los Angeles (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see "http://www.eventbrite.com/e/california-stem-summit-2015-tickets-13012955099?aff=es2&rank=8".NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24579 March 17, Los Angeles -- The California STEM Learning Network will convene 400 partners and STEM leaders from PK-12, higher education, business and industry, government agencies, science rich education institutions, and non-profits to help California prepare the nation’s most STEM-capable graduates by coordinating and activating a statewide network representing all STEM stakeholders. Westin Bonaventure, Los Angeles (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see "http://www.eventbrite.com/e/california-stem-summit-2015-tickets-13012955099?aff=es2&rank=8".NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24580 March 18, Santa Ana -- PDMA SoCal is pleased to welcome Jeff Blanton back for another informative and thought-provoking speaking engagement. Jeff’s wealth of experience includes strategic planning and product development for Fortune 500 companies as well as early-stage startups. For further details see "http://www.pdma.org/p/ca/vi/sid=537";.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24487 March 18, La Jolla -- Bootstrapping can have its advantages. A $30M exit usually means you didn't raise venture. And that's ok. In fact, it can be magnificent. So how do you bootstrap a company to exit? How do you structure your business? How do you strategize growth? How and when do you take in money? And ultimately - how do you drive your business to generate multiple bids, and get your sale over the finish line? For more information, see "http://www.sdvg.org/march182015/"NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24566 March 19, La Jolla -- CONNECT's Entrepreneur Hall of Fame. Join CONNECT in honoring Dr. Andrew Viterbi, Co-Founder of Qualcomm, at the prestigious Entrepreneur Hall of Fame Awards luncheon. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24480 March 19, Los Angeles -- Classic Rock Business MixerNEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24564 March 19, Claremont -- Now in its 24th year, the California Water Policy Conference is the premier event in the State that brings together leaders from the agricultural, urban water and environmental communities to discuss the current policy issues impacting California’s water. Every year over 300 participants from around the State attend this conference to network with their colleagues, listen to perspectives they may have not heard before and learn about new programs and ideas. Claremont, CA (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see "http://www.cawaterpolicy.org/".NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24581 March 20, Claremont -- Now in its 24th year, the California Water Policy Conference is the premier event in the State that brings together leaders from the agricultural, urban water and environmental communities to discuss the current policy issues impacting California’s water. Every year over 300 participants from around the State attend this conference to network with their colleagues, listen to perspectives they may have not heard before and learn about new programs and ideas. Claremont, CA (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see "http://www.cawaterpolicy.org/".NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24582 March 23, Irvine -- the International Colloquium on Environmentally Preferred Advanced Power Generation presents the 15th Annual Clean Energy Conference, a two-day event focused on clean energy systems covering sustainable power generation, energy utilization, and grid ramifications. Henry Samueli School of Engineering, Irvine (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see "http://www.apep.uci.edu/icepag2015/default2.aspx".NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24583 March 24, Irvine -- the International Colloquium on Environmentally Preferred Advanced Power Generation presents the 15th Annual Clean Energy Conference, a two-day event focused on clean energy systems covering sustainable power generation, energy utilization, and grid ramifications. Henry Samueli School of Engineering, Irvine (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see "http://www.apep.uci.edu/icepag2015/default2.aspx".NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24584 March 24, LA Harbor College -- PortTech Forum looks at the impact to local business owners and operators due to the newStormwater Runoff Rules that go into effect on July 1. The revised regulations are broader in scope and introduce new compliance requirements needed to reduce the flow of contaminated waters into sewers, flood control channels and ultimately the ocean. The Forum will examine the goals of the rules generally and how they apply specifically to the businesses in and around the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. LA Harbor College, 8:00 – 10:30 AM (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see 'http://www.porttechla.org/events/events-calendar?task=view_event&event_id=258".NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24585 March 26, San Diego -- This full-day definitive seminar provides an overview of the angel investing process including the details of finding, evaluating, and structuring deals. It will also go into depth on how to develop angel-entrepreneur relationships that lead to success. This highly interactive program provides attendees with practical information on best practices in angel investing through a balance of expert presentations, panel discussions and small group case studies. For more information, see "http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=5d7a1870-62ef-4fec-abef-1246ef90f084&c=d6ed66d0-33fa-11e3-a77c-d4ae52843dc7&ch=dc12ff80-33fa-11e3-a780-d4ae52843dc7"NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24567 March 26, Long Beach -- The innovate!socal 2015 conference is a symposium that brings together disruptive thinkers in economic development and the startup community to work together to find solutions to building the entrepreneur ecosystem for Southern California. The day features panels and renowned speakers sharing their perspectives on tools and models that help establish a powerful, self-sustaining, nurturing environment for high growth start-ups. Pacific Ballroom, Long Beach Convention Center, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (courtesy of Green LAVA). For more information see "http://www.eventbrite.com/e/innovatesocal-2015-registration-13081730809?aff=es2&rank=46".NEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24586 March 28, Los Angeles -- SoGal Startup Summit Presented by GirlsUp. Simple equation: SoGal = SoCal + Gals. Girl power is ON! SoGal Startup Summit 2015 presented by GirlsUp kicks off on Saturday, March 28th, and you're invited to take part in the largest female entrepreneurship summit in LA! This is going to be EPIC! Hosted by GirlsUp, SoGal Startup Summit is the largest entrepreneurship conference for young women in Southern California. The day-long event brings 300+ female students, mentors, startups and investors together to address key issues women are facing in today’s entrepreneurship world. We create a collaborative and interactive experience between established leaders and next-gen female entrepreneurs to leave attendees feeling empowered, inspired and connected. 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