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Key info (http://www.keyinfo.com) infrastructure ~ connectivity ~ co-location ~ cloud ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --Nexus eWater Gets $2.1M For Water, Energy Recycling Device --Arrowhead Buys RNAi Research and Development Assets From Novartis --Petcha.com, Trupanion In Partnership --National Technical Systems Acquires National Quality Assurance --Alorica Completes $275M West Corporation Buy --Semtech Buys Triune Systems For Wireless Charging --Hulu Lands Wiggles TV Series --Snapchat's Evan Spiegel Youngest Billionaire On Forbes List --CurbStand Expands To Denver MARKETPLACE --SoCal IP Law Group LLP - Serving the IP Needs of Business --La Visual - A Branding, Product Strategy & Rapid Prototyping Accelerator --Fetch Recruiting, Inc. --Pixelgate.net - Internet Access, Web Hosting, Network Services RECENT JOB POSTINGS --Senior Software Engineer, Santa Monica, MD Insider --Director of Healthcare Analytics , Santa Monica , MD Insider --Software Development Engineer, Santa Monica, Vision Technology Solutions, --Director, Network and IT Operations, marina del rey, TeleSign --Senior DevOps Engineer, Marina del Rey, TeleSign --Lead Data Engineer, Santa Monica, MD Insider RECENT FUNDING EVENTS ------------------------------ADVERTISEMENT------------------------------- APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN! EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2015 Awards Program Get recognized for your achievements or nominate a deserving entrepreneur for the 2015 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards Program in Greater Los Angeles! Recognized globally in 145 cities and 60 countries, the award honors the most outstanding entrepreneurs who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. Application and other program information is available on our website: www.ey.com/us/eoy/greaterla. Submission deadline is Friday, March 6, 2015. 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? Please contact Ashley Evans at [email protected] or +1 213 240 7096. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nexus eWater Gets $2.1M For Water, Energy Recycling Device ---- Nexus eWater, a startup that has developed a device that recycles both residential water and energy, said today that it has raised $2.1M in a Series A funding round--and is taking aim at California's continuing, severe drought. The company--which has offices in Lancaster, but is based in Australia--has created a device which takes greywater from homes, and both cleans that water for use in irrigation and captures heat from that water. (More...) http://www.socaltech.com/nexus_ewater_gets____m_for_water_energy_recycling_device/s-0059235.html Arrowhead Buys RNAi Research and Development Assets From Novartis ---- Pasadena-based Arrowhead Research said this morning that it has acquired the entire RNAI research and development portfolio and associated assets of Novartis. According to Arrowhead, the deal was worth $35M, made up of a $7M cash payment, $3M in cash later, and $25M in Arrowhead common stock, to be paid within 30 days. Arrowhead said the deal also includes milestones and royalties on sales of future products. Arrowhead will also gain a number of patents and patent applications related to the RNAi technology. Petcha.com, Trupanion In Partnership ---- Irvine-based Petcha.com, an online site for helping people find a new pet--owned by I-5 Publishing--and pet insurance provider Trupanion said today that they are in a new alliance. The two said that Trupanion will offer up medical insurance to pets adopted from Petcha's shelters, rescue, or breeders. The deal also includes native content which will be integrated into Petcha.com's web site, as well as promotional offers, coupons, and discouns to consumers. Financial details of the deal were not announced. I-5 Publishing publishes such sites as Dogster and Catster. National Technical Systems Acquires National Quality Assurance ---- Calabasas-based National Technical Systems, the provider of testing, certification, inspection, and other related services, said this morning that it is acquiring UK-based National Quality Assurance, a provider of ISO testing services. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. NTS said that National Quality Assurance (NQA) is one of the largest ISO registrars in the world, with more than 32,000 active certifications in 75 countries. The two said they have been working together since 1992, and are former joint venture partners. NTS is owned by LA private equity investor Aurora Capital Group. Alorica Completes $275M West Corporation Buy ---- Irvine-based business process outsourcing provider Alorica said Wednesday that it has completed its $275M acquisition of West Corporation. Alorica had originally announced the deal back in January. Alorica said the acquisition makes it the largest business process outsourcing provider in the U.S., with a net worth of $1.2 billion. Alorica said the buy expands its product offerings and market reach, and gives it approximately 48,000 employees worldwide. Semtech Buys Triune Systems For Wireless Charging ---- Camarillo-based Semtech said late Wednesday that it has acquired Triune Systems, a developer of wireless charging and power management systems. Semtech said it paid approximately $45M, plus earn out, for Triune. Triune was based in Texas, and has 35 employees, all of whom are joining Semtech. Triune's products are aimed at the wearable, industrial, and automotive market, where the company's platform can deliver up to 100W of power. Semtech said the deal is expected to be slightly accretive for its fiscal year 2016. Hulu Lands Wiggles TV Series ---- Are your kids a fan of The Wiggles, the popular Australian kids' singing group? Los Angeles-based Hulu is continuing to build up its lineup of kids' programs, saying Wednesday that it has signed a deal with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, as the exclusive, U.S. premiere home of series 2 of the Wiggles' television program, Ready Steady Wiggle. Financial details of the deal were not announced by Hulu. The deal makes all 104 episodes of Ready, Steady, Wiggle available to Hulu's subscribers. http://www.socaltech.com/hulu_lands_wiggles_tv_series/s-0059230.html Snapchat's Evan Spiegel Youngest Billionaire On Forbes List ---- Forbes published its ranking of all of the world's billionaires this week, with an interesting addition: the co-founders of Venice, California-based Snapchat. Evan Spiegal, the 24-year old CEO of Snapchat, was the youngest billionaire on the list, wiith an estimated net worth of $1.5 billion, ranked at #1250. (More...) http://www.socaltech.com/snapchat_s_evan_spiegel_youngest_billionaire_on_forbes_list/s-0059229.html CurbStand Expands To Denver ---- Los Angeles-based valet parking startup CurbStand, which is offering up mobile payments and other apps aimed at valet parking operators, said Wednesday that it has expanded its network to Denver. CurbStand is led by Serge Gojkovich. According to CurbStand, it is launching with sixteen locations in Denver, with plans to expand to 50 locations in the city in the next four months. Curbstand helps direct smartphone users to nearby valet parking operations, allowing users to pay with a credit card and request their car in advance. The startup also offers up a large number of back-end tools specifically to help out the valet parking operators, in addition to marketing and other promotional efforts. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- MARKETPLACE Reach 10000+ readers for 5 days for $250 Post your marketplace ad at: http://www.socaltech.com/postad.html ------------------------------ADVERTISEMENT------------------------------- SoCal IP Law Group LLP - Serving the IP Needs of Business IP Litigation . IP Transactions . Patent & Trademark Prosecution . IP Strategy . Westlake Village . Santa Barbara . Irvine. 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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 Mixer. 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. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24561 April 3, Los Angeles -- Join us for lunch and meet the women in charge of water infrastructure for the city of Los Angeles! Event Producer & Host: Darya Allen-Attar, Founder, Broads Circle Location: Council for Watershed Health, 700 N. Alameda St., LA 90012. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/24557 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsored by: TVC Capital LLC (www.tvccapital.com) Investments in and Acquisitions of Growing Software Companies Silicon Valley Bank (http://www.svb.com). Helping entrepreneurs succeed. Stubbs Alderton Markiles, LLP (http://www.stubbsalderton.com). Business. Technology. Law. Vision. Safire Partners (http://www.safirepartners.com). SoCal-based executive search for emerging growth companies Binary Pulse Technology Marketing (http://www.binarypulse.com). We Create Demand for California's Technology Companies. Fetch Recruiting, Inc. 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