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We Create Demand for California's Technology Companies. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --Here's Who Is Funding Companies In Southern California Today --HyperX Ships Gears Of War Headset --DEFY Media Snags $70M --Philz Coffee Looks Beyond California With $45M Funding --SpaceX Hopes To Restart Flights In November --DealerPeople Names New CEO --SaaS Funding Targets Software Companies With New Santa Monica Office --Tastemade, Jaunt Tap Ryan Seacrest, Conan O'Brien For Tour Through LA --JibJab Launches New Text Messaging Apps For iMessage --Zadara Storage Expands In Europe MARKETPLACE --How to Successfully Position Your Company to be Sold --Technical Connections - Connecting Tech Talent with Premier Clients in SoCal --Introducing KeyCloud --Binary Pulse Technology Marketing --Pixelgate.net - Internet Access, Web Hosting, Network Services RECENT JOB POSTINGS --President, Los Angeles or Bay Area, Podiim, Inc. RECENT FUNDING EVENTS ------------------------------ADVERTISEMENT------------------------------- Northside Innovation Meetup: Los Angeles Powered by Dell and Microsoft Tech-Hacks of the Freelance Economy Join us for an Northside Innovation Meetup on Wednesday, September 14th, where we'll be exploring so called "life hacks" for freelancers. Get practical tips on what tools managers and remote workers use on a day-to-day basis. 1) How are we finding work now? 2) Where are we working now? 3) How are we communicating on the job now? Speakers: - Gianna Wurzl, co-founder, One Roof - Donovan Janus, Founder and CEO, 17Hats - Gordon Gooch, Founder, Zoondy - Jared Tobman, CEO, Staff Me Up - Benjamin Kuo, Founder, Editor, & Publisher, socalTECH.com (Moderator) Schedule: 6:30 - 7:00 pm - Grab a beer and mingle 7:00 -7:45pm - Panel Discussion 7:45- 9:00pm - Dinner, drinks + networking Register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/northside-innovation-meetup-los-angeles-powered-by-dell-microsoft-tickets-27525314958 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Here's Who Is Funding Companies In Southern California Today ---- Are you a startup looking to find funding in Southern California? It's often tough to figure exactly who the venture capital funds are who are funding startups in the area. However, for members of socaltech.com, it's a click away with our real time analysis of venture funding flows. Here are the venture firms who have been most active in SoCal (Santa Babrara - Los Angeles - Orange County - San Diego) in the last twelve months, based on the number of deals: (More...) http://www.socaltech.com/here_s_who_is_funding_companies_in_southern_california_today/s-0067133.html HyperX Ships Gears Of War Headset ---- Fountain Valley-based HyperX, the gaming-focused memory and accessory maker which is part of Kingston Technology, has shipped a new, Gears of War themed headset. The licensed headset is aimed at fans of Gears of War, and features a faux "battle-weathered" look to match the Xbox One Gears of War 4 Crimson Omen Limited Edition Wireless Controller. DEFY Media Snags $70M ---- Los Angeles-based DEFY Media, a developer of YouTube channels and digital content, said on Tuesday that it has raised $70M in a Series B funding. The funding was led by Wellington Management Company LLP, and also included ABS Capital, Lionsgate, Viacom and ZMC (Zelnick Media Capital). DEFY Media is led by Matt Diamond, and owns such brands as SMOSH, Clevver, Screen Junkies, AWEme, Break, and Made Man. The company said it produces over 72 original weekly series across all of its brands, and now reaches over 125 million viewers. http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/index.php?action=showdeal&id=77467 Philz Coffee Looks Beyond California With $45M Funding ---- Philz Coffee, the Silicon Valley coffee chain which has been in a massive expansion in Southern California in the last few months, announced on Tuesday a $45M Series C funding round. The company said the big investment round was led by TPG Growth. As part of the funding, Jim COulter and Sanjay Banker, both of TPG, join the company's board. Philz Coffee is about to open its first location in Glendale this week, just opened a location in Huntington Beach, and opened a location in Hollywood in June. The company's first expansion beyond the Bay Area was in Santa Monica in 2014, due to the concentration of high tech startups in the area. http://www.socaltech.com/philz_coffee_looks_beyond_california_with_4_m_funding/s-0067128.html SpaceX Hopes To Restart Flights In November ---- Hawthorne-based space rocket developer SpaceX is hoping to get back to flights in November, in an optimistic statement at an aerospace event in Paris on Tuesday. (More...) http://www.socaltech.com/spacex_hopes_to_restart_flights_in_november/s-0067126.html DealerPeople Names New CEO ---- Irvine-based DealerPeople, which runs a free, web- and mobile-based site that aims to recruit and train employees in the auto dealership industry, says it has named Jay R. Mortensen as its new CEO. The company said Mortensen has held "nearly every position" in the sales department and worked with nearly every make of car since 1989, but did not detail his prior experience. DealerPeople offers up a website specifically aimed at the auto dealership market, letting job seekers search for jobs, post resumes, and also access a library of training videos and other training resources. SaaS Funding Targets Software Companies With New Santa Monica Office ---- SaaS Funding, a new provider of debt funding to software-as-a-service companies, said it has set up an office in Santa Monica. The company, which provides senior and junior debt capital, says it is targeting Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), digital media and tech enabled service companies who are bootstrapped or backed by angels. The company said it offers up loans from between $250,000 to $3 million and terms ranging from 12 months to 36 months. As part of the expansion to Santa Monica, the firm said it has added Ivan Nikkhoo as Venture Partner; Nikkhoo was previously at Siemer and Associates. SaaS Funding's Santa Monica office is led by Charlie Perer. http://www.socaltech.com/saas_funding_targets_software_companies_with_new_santa_monica_office/s-0067123.html Tastemade, Jaunt Tap Ryan Seacrest, Conan O'Brien For Tour Through LA ---- Santa Monica-based virtual reality content developre Jaunt, and Santa Monica-based online food and travel lifestyle content provider Tastemade said today that the two have tied together for a new, virtual-reality trip through Los Angeles, featuring Ryan Seacrest and Conan O'Brien, along with a host of others. (More...) http://www.socaltech.com/tastemade_jaunt_tap_ryan_seacrest_conan_o_brien_for_tour_through_la/s-0067119.html JibJab Launches New Text Messaging Apps For iMessage ---- Los Angeles-based JibJab Bros. Studios, which provides animated, personalized greeting cards and similar products, has rolled out two new apps which connect into Apple's iMessage. According to JibJab, its new Gomoji and Slicker Stickers apps both are aimed at helping consumers express themselves, with animated avatars (via Gomoji) and animated stickers (Slicker Stickers). Both of the apps are available on iOS. JibJab's Gomoji app lets users create their own, personalized avatars, created from a user's real life photos. Slicker Stickers provides over 500 animated stickers which can be applied to iMessage conversations. Both are available for free. Zadara Storage Expands In Europe ---- Irvine-based enterprise storage-as-a-service provider Zadara Storage said today that it has expanded its footprint in Europe, and has named Oksana Braune as Sales Director for Central and Eastern Europe. Braune was previously at Panzura, and also served at Oracle and LSI Engenio. Braune reports to Dani Naor, Zadar's Vice President of International Sales. Zadara provides a combination of storage hardware and cloud services aimed at the enterprise market. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- MARKETPLACE Reach 10000+ readers for 5 days for $250 Post your marketplace ad at: http://www.socaltech.com/postad.html ------------------------------ADVERTISEMENT------------------------------- How to Successfully Position Your Company to be Sold How to Successfully Position Your Company to be Sold September 22, 2016 Location: Stubbs Alderton & Markiles - Preccelerator Program space - 1453 3rd Street Promenade, Suite 300, Santa Monica, CA Parking 4th Street/Broadway ramp or in the Santa Monica Place Mall Featuring Moderator: Jonathan R. Hodes, Partner, Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP Panelists: David Herman, Managing Partner, Diamond Capital Advisors Jennifer Sargent, CEO & Co-Founder, Hitfix Scott Galer, Partner, Stubbs Alderton, & Markiles, LLP Eli Eisenberg, Founder & CEO, Straight Line Management Register today at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stubbs-alderton-markiles-llp-presents-how-to-successfully-position-your-company-to-be-sold-tickets-27416822454 ------------------------------ADVERTISEMENT------------------------------- Technical Connections - Connecting Tech Talent with Premier Clients in SoCal Technical Connections is Southern California’s premier staffing firm specializing exclusively in web, software and information technology professionals. 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General Admission Tickets ($50) include access to all the week’s events including a Job Fair at the Verdugo Jobs Center, Site Tour of the newly completed CBRE offices at the Masonic Temple, Lunch at LegalZoom, Panel Discussion with Disney, Reception at the Museum of Neon Art, plus so much more (space is limited per event, RSVPs are required). All-Access Tickets ($100) includes admission to the celebrity tribute concert at the Alex Theatre with headliners to be announced soon.Hosted by the Glendale Economic Development Division, Glendale Tech Week will offer a fun and inspiring environment to strengthen the innovation ecosystem in and around Glendale. . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25444 September 14, Los Angeles -- ech-Hacks of the Freelance Economy. Join us for an Northside Innovation Meetup on Wednesday, September 14th, where we'll be exploring so called "life hacks" for freelancers. Get practical tips on what tools managers and remote workers use on a day-to-day basis. 1) How are we finding work now? 2) Where are we working now? 3) How are we communicating on the job now? Speakers: Gianna Wurzl, co-founder, One Roof; - Donovan Janus, Founder and CEO, 17Hats; Gordon Gooch, Founder, Zoondy;Jared Tobman, CEO, Staff Me Up; Benjamin Kuo, Founder, Editor, & Publisher, socalTECH.com (Moderator). See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25462 September 14, San Diego -- Manufacturing Operations Roundtable. Tech San Diego. How Additive Manufacturing is Transforming our World. Presented by Adrian Pelkus and Dan Searle. One of the most significant advancements in manufacturing of the past few decades is additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing. Once a novelty, firms are now on their second and even third generation of 3D printing. This presentation will reveal the depth and breadth in which this technology is changing our daily lives. We will explore the capabilities of the new machines, and the new materials that can now be used in additive manufacturing. We will also take a look at how 3D printing best practices in product development are dramatically improving effeciency and time to market. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25430 September 15, Glendale -- Celebrate tech and innovation September 14 - 17, 2016 with talks, panels, networking events, and happy hours. General Admission Tickets ($50) include access to all the week’s events including a Job Fair at the Verdugo Jobs Center, Site Tour of the newly completed CBRE offices at the Masonic Temple, Lunch at LegalZoom, Panel Discussion with Disney, Reception at the Museum of Neon Art, plus so much more (space is limited per event, RSVPs are required). All-Access Tickets ($100) includes admission to the celebrity tribute concert at the Alex Theatre with headliners to be announced soon.Hosted by the Glendale Economic Development Division, Glendale Tech Week will offer a fun and inspiring environment to strengthen the innovation ecosystem in and around Glendale. . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25445 September 16, Los Angeles -- Authentic Marketing Conference. Medialeaders. This event will feature 30+ speakers delivering key takeaways in digital marketing. All of the panels will show real tips, tactics and helpful stories that the attendees can use in their field. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25418 September 16, Glendale -- Celebrate tech and innovation September 14 - 17, 2016 with talks, panels, networking events, and happy hours. General Admission Tickets ($50) include access to all the week’s events including a Job Fair at the Verdugo Jobs Center, Site Tour of the newly completed CBRE offices at the Masonic Temple, Lunch at LegalZoom, Panel Discussion with Disney, Reception at the Museum of Neon Art, plus so much more (space is limited per event, RSVPs are required). All-Access Tickets ($100) includes admission to the celebrity tribute concert at the Alex Theatre with headliners to be announced soon.Hosted by the Glendale Economic Development Division, Glendale Tech Week will offer a fun and inspiring environment to strengthen the innovation ecosystem in and around Glendale. . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25446 September 16, Los Angeles -- Authentic Marketing Conference – Los Angeles. MediaLeaders. What: One day event with: 8+ panel discussions, 4+ deep-dive breakout sessions, networking with influencers, bloggers and brands who want to develop impactful campaigns. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25382 September 17, Glendale -- Celebrate tech and innovation September 14 - 17, 2016 with talks, panels, networking events, and happy hours. General Admission Tickets ($50) include access to all the week’s events including a Job Fair at the Verdugo Jobs Center, Site Tour of the newly completed CBRE offices at the Masonic Temple, Lunch at LegalZoom, Panel Discussion with Disney, Reception at the Museum of Neon Art, plus so much more (space is limited per event, RSVPs are required). All-Access Tickets ($100) includes admission to the celebrity tribute concert at the Alex Theatre with headliners to be announced soon.Hosted by the Glendale Economic Development Division, Glendale Tech Week will offer a fun and inspiring environment to strengthen the innovation ecosystem in and around Glendale. . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25447 September 20, Los Angeles -- LA Advertising Professionals. Mix, mingle, and network with other advertising professionals. Find partners, meet new people, and do deals. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25458 September 21, Santa Barbara -- "Artificial Intelligence... Friend or Foe?" Explore the Unfolding Mystery of AIs Impact of Humanity. MIT Enterprise Forum of the Central Coast. Is humanity at the dawn of a new age of enlightenment, inspired by benign AI enabled tech; or on an unalterable path to computer driven subservience to AI powered, self-aware machines? At present, the benefits of AI enhanced applications spanning a plethora of technologies emerging in the areas of healthcare, transportation, security and data management, dominate the realm of public commentary. Join us for a discussion of today's exciting AI enabled technologies, and how to address the common sense moral and ethical questions being created as we expand machine's ability to learn, and implement them as decision making agents in our communities. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25437 September 21, Los Angeles -- LA Fintech Mix Mingle Network. Come mix and mingle with other Financial Technologist's Wed Setp 21. Learn about the newest and fastest changes going on in financial technology. Finance is undergoing a massive change some call the "financial paradigm". Laws from 1930-1940 (old right?) are getting broken down with technological innovation in finance. Find partners, talk about your project, bounce ideas, discover LA Fintech. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25457 September 22, Los Angeles -- TechDay West Coast. TechDay launched with the goal of fostering and highlighting emerging technology. Since it's inception, TechDay has introduced thousands of companies to the public, press, & investing communities. We are proud to bring the largest startup event series in the U.S. back to the West Coast via Los Angeles. Join TechDay for a look in to the future with over 300 of the most innovative tech companies in the world. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25193 September 22, Los Angeles -- TechDay West Coast. TechDay West Coast has officially opened it’s doors for the 2016 event and it’s destined to be bigger & better than ever! On September 22nd, TechDay will host 300+ of the hottest startups and tech companies for a day to celebrate innovation in technology. TechDay will gather 10,000 attendees including investors, press, influencers, top talent, users, entrepreneurs & many more. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25216 September 22, Los Angeles -- Digital and Beyond in LA - Forging a Connected South LA. Digital and Beyond in LA. Forging a Connected South LA A fun, entertaining and informative look at what’s happening in LA and the role young adults can play in shaping the future of technology and digital media. We’ll cover Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, Start Up Life, and Digital Media. Join us for an evening of fun, learning, networking and momentum building. Whether you’re a start up, student, parent, non-profit, executive or young professional, this gathering will help you gain insight in the greater Los Angeles area and the role you can play in shaping the future. . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25388 September 22, Los Angeles -- Digital and Beyond in LA - Forging a Connected South LA. Digital and Beyond in LA. Forging a Connected South LA A fun, entertaining and informative look at what’s happening in LA and the role young adults can play in shaping the future of technology and digital media. We’ll cover Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, Start Up Life, and Digital Media. Join us for an evening of fun, learning, networking and momentum building. Whether you’re a start up, student, parent, non-profit, executive or young professional, this gathering will help you gain insight in the greater Los Angeles area and the role you can play in shaping the future. . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25391 September 22, Los Angeles -- Digital and Beyond in LA. Forging a Connected South LA. Digital and Beyond in LA. Forging a Connected South LA A fun, entertaining and informative look at what’s happening in LA and the role young adults can play in shaping the future of technology and digital media. We’ll cover Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, Start Up Life, and Digital Media. Join us for an evening of fun, learning, networking and momentum building. Whether you’re a start up, student, parent, non-profit, executive or young professional, this gathering will help you gain insight in the greater Los Angeles area and the role you can play in shaping the future. . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25399 September 22, Santa Monica -- "How to Successfully Position Your Company to be Sold" Location: Stubbs Alderton & Markiles - Preccelerator Program space - 1453 3rd Street Promenade, Suite 300, Santa Monica, CA Parking 4th Street/Broadway ramp or in the Santa Monica Place Mall Featuring Moderator: Jonathan R. Hodes, Partner, Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP Panelists: David Herman, Managing Partner, Diamond Capital Advisors Jennifer Sargent, CEO & Co-Founder, Hitfix Scott Galer, Partner, Stubbs Alderton, & Markiles, LLP Eli Eisenberg, Founder & CEO, Straight Line Management. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25459 September 22, Los Angeles -- TechDay West Coast. TechDay is an expo for tech startups that helps them gain exposure to press, investors, early adopters and talent. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25370 September 23, Northridge -- Valley Hackathon II. The Valley Economic Alliance is hosting Valley Hackathon II on Friday, September 23 from 9am-5pm at Cal State University, Northridge's Grand Salon. Valley Hackathon II is a technology focused event that brings in students from 9th to 12th grade and college who are interested in computer science, web and app development/design, public policy, marketing, government and political science. Valley Hackathon II's challenge and teams will be announced on morning of the event. Winners will be selected by a panel of judges. Teams will be awarded with gifts and opportunities. A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided for participants. Participants are asked to bring laptops with Microsoft Powerpoint installed and a flash drive.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25387 September 24, Encino -- First Time Entrepreneur Workshop. LAVA. Join us for our next First Time Entrepreneur Workshop! Matt Crowley from Crowley Corporate Legal Strategy is teaching another great workshop with the LA Venture Association (LAVA) on Saturday September 24th in Encino. He will be teaching about valuation, dilution, intellectual property rights, working with co-founders, and a variety of other topics that are critical for startup founders to master.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25453 September 24, Encino -- First Time Entrepreneur Workshop. LAVA. Matt Crowley from Crowley Corporate Legal Strategy is teaching another great First Time Entrepreneur Workshop with the LA Venture Association (LAVA) on Saturday September 24th in Encino. He will be teaching about valuation, dilution, intellectual property rights, working with co-founders, and a variety of other topics that are critical for startup founders to master. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25440 October 4, San Diego -- Energy Storage North America. North America's largest conference, exhibition and networking event for the energy storage industry. Now in its fourth year, ESNA connects developers, energy users, utilities and policymakers to advance understanding and deployment of energy storage and ultimately build a cleaner, more affordable, and more resilient grid. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25431 October 5, San Diego -- Energy Storage North America. North America's largest conference, exhibition and networking event for the energy storage industry. Now in its fourth year, ESNA connects developers, energy users, utilities and policymakers to advance understanding and deployment of energy storage and ultimately build a cleaner, more affordable, and more resilient grid. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25432 October 6, San Diego -- Energy Storage North America. North America's largest conference, exhibition and networking event for the energy storage industry. Now in its fourth year, ESNA connects developers, energy users, utilities and policymakers to advance understanding and deployment of energy storage and ultimately build a cleaner, more affordable, and more resilient grid. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25433 October 13, Santa Monica -- Vator Splash LA. What's behind LA's booming tech ecosystem? Speakers include Marc Cuban; Nick Green, CEO & Founder of Thrive Market, which has raised $149 million in financing. Brian Lee, CEO & Founder of The Honest Company, which has raised $222 million in VC funding. Adam Goldenberg, CEO & Founder of JustFab, an online subscription fashion that’s raised $249 million in financing. Mike Jones, Founder of Science, which has invested in some of LA’s top startups, like Dollar Shave Club. Leura Fine, CEO & Founder of Laurel & Wolf and Sean Brecker, CEO of Headspace. . 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