*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Wednesday, September 20, 2017* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News ------------------------------
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The #1 most connected recruiting firm in LA. ------------------------------ *Headlines * - Trackstreet Names VP Sales <#m_-2456507834217956120_0072037> - Utilligent Acquires Transformory <#m_-2456507834217956120_0072038> - Hyundai Capital Links Into AutoGravity For Auto Financing <#m_-2456507834217956120_0072036> - mitu Snags Former Nickelodeon Head As CEO <#m_-2456507834217956120_0072034> - Edmunds Jumps On AR Bandwagon <#m_-2456507834217956120_0072031> - Swagbucks Hits $200M In Cash Back, Gift Cards To Members <#m_-2456507834217956120_0072029> - Zefr Taps Former Fox Networks Exec As President <#m_-2456507834217956120_0072025> *Marketplace* - Try 2 months with better backups - KeyCloud <#m_-2456507834217956120_ad723> - Stubbs Alderton & Markiles Preccelerator <#m_-2456507834217956120_ad694> - Oracle <#m_-2456507834217956120_ad683> - SoCal IP Law Group LLP - Serving the IP Needs of Technology Innovators <#m_-2456507834217956120_ad611> *Wednesday, September 20, 2017* *SoCal Bio Keynote: Jonathan Norris of Silicon Valley Bank Capital <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/19th-annual-socalbio-conference-tickets-31817307423>* 19th Annual SoCalBio Conference - September 29, Long Beach SoCalBio is pleased to announce that Jonathan Norris of Silicon Valley Bank Capital will deliver the morning Keynote about the bioscience industry funding landscape. Mr. Norris oversees business development efforts for banking and lending opportunities as well as spearheading strategic relationships with many life science and healthcare venture capital firms. He also helps SVB Capital through sourcing and advising on limited partnership allocations. Mr. Norris' presentation will be followed by a panel discussion on "Strengthening the Funding Eco-System in Greater Los Angeles" Register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/19th-annual-socalbio- conference-tickets-31817307423 *Trackstreet Names VP Sales* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072037.html> Santa Barbara-based TrackStreet, a provider of internet brand protection and analytics software, said today that it has named Ryan Erickson as Vice President of Sales. Erickson was most recently Vice President of Sales for Teva North America, a division of Deckers Brands, and also has served at Timberland, Rockport and Reebok. TrackStreet develops technology for monitoring brand reputation, Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) agreements, customer reviews, and similar information. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072037.html>) *Utilligent Acquires Transformory* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072038.html> Los Angeles-based management consulting firm *Utilligent <http://www.utilligent.com>* has acquired an Australian and New Zealand company, *Tranformory Pty Ltd.*, the company said late Tuesday. Financial terms of the acquisition were not announced. According to Utilligent, the acquisition will help it with its global footprint. The two said Transformory Pty Ltd. provides services to the telecommunications, electric, gas, water, roads, airports and cities.(More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072038.html>) *Hyundai Capital Links Into AutoGravity For Auto Financing* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072036.html> Irvine-based AutoGravity, and Hyundai Capital America, the car financing company which does business as Hyundai Motor Finance, Kia Motors Finance, and Genesis Finance, have joined to offer up car financing in California, Hyundai said today. AutoGravity has an online digital marketplace which connects car shoppers, lenders, and dealers. Financial details of the link between the companies were not announced. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072036.html>) *mitu Snags Former Nickelodeon Head As CEO* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072034.html> Los Angeles-based mitu, which is developing a digital media brand specifically focused on Latino millennials, has snagged Herb Scannell, the former President of Nickelodeon, as its new CEO. Scannell was also previously co-founder and CEO of Next New Networks (sold to YouTube in 2011) and was President of BBC Worldwide North America. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072034.html>) *Edmunds Jumps On AR Bandwagon* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072031.html> Santa Monica-based car information and shopping site Edmunds has jumped on the augmented reality (AR) bandwagon today, saying it is launching a new AR feature for its iPhone app, which will help shoppers see what a vehicle will look like--and if it will fit--anywhere they might want to park it. Edmunds said its AR feature will let users see how different vehicles might fit in their garages, parking spaces and driveways. Edmunds said it developed the new feature using Apple's ARKit. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072031.html>) *Swagbucks Hits $200M In Cash Back, Gift Cards To Members* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072029.html> El Segundo-based online rewards site *Swagbucks <http://www.swagbucks.com>*--which is owned by Prodege, the company run by Chuck Davis, the former CEO of Fandango and Shopzilla--said today that it has now paid out more than $200M in cash and gift cards to its members. The site provides reward points to consumers for shopping, searching the web, sharing their opinions, playing games, and more. Prodege also operates such sites as MyPoints.com and ShopAtHome.com.(More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072029.html>) *Zefr Taps Former Fox Networks Exec As President* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072025.html> Venice Beach-based Zefr, which provides contextual targeting software for brands advertising on YouTube, has named former Fox Networks executive Toby Byrne as the company's new President, the company said this morning. Byrne was previously President of Advertising Sales for Fox Networks Group, where he had been for nearly 21 years, according to Zefr. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072025.html>) *Try 2 months with better backups - KeyCloud <http://www.keyinfo.com/braas-free-trial/>* Right now, sign up for 2 months FREE Cloud Backup and Recovery services with KeyCloud. The most important part of your backups isn’t the taking of that backup, but the guaranteed ability to recover and restore. 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[email protected] 805-230-1350 www.socalip.com ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <#m_-2456507834217956120_funding>* 9/18/17 Sixgill <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87881> Santa Monica $27.90 M 9/18/17 Sonendo, Inc. <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87880> Laguna Hills $50.00 M 9/13/17 Happy Returns <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87794> Santa Monica $4.00 M 8/29/17 Domuso <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87238> Santa Monica $3.10 M 8/28/17 SetPoint Medical Corp <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87235> Valencia $30.00 M 8/24/17 Bridg <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87229> Los Angeles $11.00 M 8/24/17 ART19 <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87230> San Francisco $7.50 M 8/24/17 Romeo Power <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87233> Vernon $30.00 M 8/16/17 NuORDER, Inc. <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87124> West Hollywood $8.00 M 8/16/17 SecureLink <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87161> Austin $0.00 M 8/14/17 Filmtrack <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87119> Studio City $5.50 M 8/14/17 Mabvax Therapeutics <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87118> San Diego $1.30 M 8/10/17 Ocular Data Systems Inc. <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87111> Pasadena $0.50 M 8/10/17 Chef'D <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87110> Los Angeles $35.20 M ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html September 20, Irvine -- *AFCOM SoCal* AFCOM SoCal. Security within the data center environment is one of the most crucial elements of data and asset protection. From cyber security to outsourcing security management, the importance of implementing a robust security program is paramount to virtually all information technology and critical infrastructure operators. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25882 September 26, Newport Beach -- *TCOSC Executive Forum: DecipheringCyber Security* TCOSC Executive Forum: Deciphering Cyber Security. Join the TechCouncil of Southern CA on September 26th at Ten-X’s offices in Newport Beach for an evening with data security experts, thought leaders and peers. The risks associated with data and cyber security breaches continues to grow, impacting many industries across the globe. Cyber criminals are more creative than ever before and their attacks are dangerously destructive, targeting organizations of all sizes. As attacks increase in volume and complexity, it is becoming more difficult for tools and infrastructures to keep up. Come and meet experts in the cyber and data security universe as we discuss how to identify and disrupt cyberthreats and leverage innovative tools to win the war against cyber criminals……the success of your business depends on it! Enjoy good food and drinks while we decipher the complex world of data and cyber security. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25862 September 26, Playa Vista -- *Peter Coffee's IndustryForecast* Peter Coffee's Industry Forecast. AITP-LA. Peter Coffee will be looking at a number of disciplines— computing, communications, data analytics, social media, and information security among others— and illuminating the massive disruptions already taking shape around us.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25879 September 26, El Segundo -- *TS2 Presents: Unlocking the Secrets ofScaling and Monetization* TS2 Presents: Unlocking the Secrets of Scaling and Monetization Some of the biggest challenges faced by founders and CEOs of growing technology companies involve how to effectively monetize their IP and create sound strategies for growth. Hear firsthand from our panel of LA area business leaders who have spent their entire careers successfully growing advertising, games, mobile and financial tech companies. This educational session will provide you with key insights and proven techniques you can put to use immediately in your technology business. Guest panelists include: Chris Wise, CEO, Wise Profits (Strategic Growth Consultant) Ron Scott, CEO, Vueality (AR/Games) Alex Rubalcava, Partner, Stage Venture Capital (VC/Funding). See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25895 September 27, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles VC and Angel InvestorRoundtable* Los Angeles VC and Angel Investor Roundtable. FundingPost. Interested in meeting and pitching to early-stage Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists in Los Angeles? Join FundingPost for our 400th Conference on Wednesday, September 27, 2017!. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25891 September 27, Venice -- *Silicon Beach Networking Mixer AtWurstkuche in Venice* Silicon Beach Networking Mixer At Wurstkuche in Venice. Join the fastest growing startup and tech community in Los Angeles! Meet new people and participate in lively discussions with outstanding names in the Silicon Beach community. Register immediately for an early bird ticket. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25874 September 28, Newport Beach -- * Orange County VC and Angel InvestorConference* Orange County VC and Angel Investor Conference. FundingPost. Interested in meeting and pitching to early-stage Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists in Orange County? Register for the FundingPost event on Thursday, September 28th, 2017. At our next event, the panel of investors will focus on Early-Stage Venture Investing: How to meet investors, pitch them, and what it really takes to get them to write you a check. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25892 September 28, Santa Monica -- *How Machines Understand Text - NLP,Machine Learning in Practice* How Machines Understand Text - NLP, Machine Learning in Practice. We have a great session planned that will use two case studies of Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning to explore opportunities that businesses have with understanding text. Come join us for a moderated session led by Dr. Jon Morra as he guides us through in depth use cases of NLP and their applications in predictive analytics. The session will consist of two presentations by leading experts in the fields of NLP and machine learning, and will be followed by a moderated Q and A session. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25881 October 10, San Diego -- *San Diego Tech Summit* San Diego Tech Summit. Join your peers by registering now. Gather the key IT knowledge needed to be indispensible. This year's Tech Summit agenda is carefully designed to provide you with the latest IT trends and knowledge needed to make the best possible decisions on behalf of your organization. It will allow you to see the best practices other leading companies have adopted, key IT challenges they are facing, and new solutions that are solving these challenges. The available seating is limited so be sure to sign up as soon as possible to ensure you will have a seat. You are welcome to invite other key people on your team.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25848 October 10, Los Angeles -- *The Entrepreneurs Journey: Show SomeGrit or Time to Quit* The Entrepreneurs Journey: Show Some Grit or Time to Quit. USC Alumni Society. Entrepreneurs often face many challenges, many frustrations, and many victories. The entrepreneurial journey is not for everyone and it definitely is not for the faint of heart. “The Entrepreneurs Journey: Show Some Grit or Time to Quit” is an opportunity for USC alumni to hear from dynamic speakers about their personal entrepreneurial stories and what they did to persevere. This empowering session on entrepreneurship will reveal tips, tricks and real life stories from USC alumni who’ve been there and done that! Find out what steps they took to make success their final destination. Contact Nicole Gordillo [email protected] . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25894 October 11, Los Angeles -- *The IT Summit Los Angeles* The IT Summit is the executive technology conference series returning to Los Angeles for our eleventh annual event on October 11th, 2017. The purpose of the summit is to provide educational and networking resources for the IT leaders in Southern California. The conference is driven by an Executive Board of regional IT professionals that directs the content of the conference. The IT Summit is designed to address the real-world opportunities and challenges faced by today's executives. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25831 October 11, Venice -- *Silicon Beach Networking Mixer At Wurstkuchein Venice* Silicon Beach Networking Mixer At Wurstkuche in Venice. Join the fastest growing startup and tech community in Los Angeles! Meet new people and participate in lively discussions with outstanding names in the Silicon Beach community. Register immediately for an early bird ticket. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25875 October 19, Los Angeles -- *Women Founder's Network 2017 FastPitch* Women Founder's Network 2017 Fast Pitch Competition Deadline. Women Founders Network (WFN) is a virtual accelerator that connects women building high-growth businesses with the tools and resources they need to achieve business success. Our flagship event is an Annual Fast Pitch Competition, which takes place on October 19, 2017. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25687 ------------------------------ *Recent Job Postings * More jobs at http://www.socaltech.com/Jobs CFO or VP Finance <http:///showjob.php?id=5698> withheld Product Engineer I <http:///showjob.php?id=5697> Aerovironment Head of CRM Marketing <http:///showjob.php?id=5696> Thrive Market Accounts Payable Specialist <http:///showjob.php?id=5695> Snap Inc. 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