*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Wednesday, October 11, 2017* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News ------------------------------
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Key info (http://www.keyinfo.com) infrastructure ~ connectivity ~ co-location ~ cloud Shimokaji IP (http://www.shimokaji.com) Bettering Life Through Creative Ideas ------------------------------ *Headlines * - Pontifax AgTech Launches $105M Venture Investment Fund <#m_8250604314872375493_0072272> - Akatsuki Lauches $50M Entertainment Investment Fund <#m_8250604314872375493_0072273> - Tooshlights Takes $3M For Bathroom Traffic Management <#m_8250604314872375493_0072274> - Nimble Selected For Microsoft Accelerator <#m_8250604314872375493_0072275> - GoFundMe Launches Hub For California Wildfire Relief <#m_8250604314872375493_0072276> - Vyng Gets $3M For Social Video Ringtones <#m_8250604314872375493_0072271> - Zadara Storage Offers Up Free Storage To Those Hit By Hurricanes <#m_8250604314872375493_0072269> - ImaginAb Finds $8M For Immunotherapy Imaging <#m_8250604314872375493_0072266> - HIPPEAS Raises $10M More <#m_8250604314872375493_0072263> - Report: Venture Capital Dollars In 2017 On Way To Record <#m_8250604314872375493_0072260> *Marketplace* - Try 2 months with better backups - KeyCloud <#m_8250604314872375493_ad723> - Neohire South <#m_8250604314872375493_ad720> - Tech Coast Map & Calendar – Put Your Company On The Map! <#m_8250604314872375493_ad717> - Square 1 Bank <#m_8250604314872375493_ad695> - Oracle <#m_8250604314872375493_ad683> *Wednesday, October 11, 2017* *Pontifax AgTech Launches $105M Venture Investment Fund* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072272.html> In the latest fund in an unprecedented boom in local investment funds, Los Angeles-based Pontifax AgTech Management announced this morning that it has closed on its first fund, a $105M fund calld the Pontifax Global Food and Agriculture Technology Fund. Pontifax AgTech said it will invest in revenue-generating businesses with proven technologies that improve the productivity, sustainability and efficiency of the agriculture supply chain. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072272.html>) *Akatsuki Lauches $50M Entertainment Investment Fund* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072273.html> Japanese entertainment firm Akatsuki has launched a brand new, Los Angeles-based entertainment fund, called the Akatsuki Entertainment Technology Fund (AET Fund), which will invest in augmented reality and other entertainment technology, the Japanese company announced on Tuesday. ( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072273.html>) *Tooshlights Takes $3M For Bathroom Traffic Management* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072274.html> Los Angeles-based startup Tooshlights, a developer of a technology-enabled system to help manage traffic into public restrooms, has raised $3M in a Series A funding, the company said today. According to Tooshlights, the Series A funding was led by convenience store chain Buc-ee's LTD. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072274.html>) *Nimble Selected For Microsoft Accelerator* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072275.html> Santa Monica-based CRM software developer Nimble has been selected to join Microsoft's startup accelerator in Seattle, the company said today, in a major move which will help tie Nimble into Microsoft's ecosystem. According to Nimble, it has joined Microsoft's Seattle Accelerator, an accelerator program specifically geared at later stage, more mature enterprise startups to help them scale. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072275.html>) *GoFundMe Launches Hub For California Wildfire Relief* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072276.html> San Diego-based crowdfunding site GoFundMe has launched a new hub for crowdfunding projects aimed at helping those hit by the wildfires across California, the company said late Tuesday. According to GoFundMe, it has created a new centralized hub for California fire relief, where users can view or create campaigns to help those affected by the sudden, devastating wildfires in Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, and Yuba counties, as well as fires locally in the Anaheim Hills. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072276.html>) *Vyng Gets $3M For Social Video Ringtones* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072271.html> Santa Monica-based *Vyng <http://www.vyng.me>*, the developer of a social video ringtone product, said on Tuesday that it has raised $3M in a seed funding round. The funding was led by March Capital Partners, and also included BAM Ventures, HOF Capital, Inspiration Ventures, along with such angels as Alex Chung (Giphy), Steve Martocci (GroupMe), and Mark Goldston (NetZero). Vyng's first app lets users get a personalized "video ringtone" when friends call their smartphone. (Funding Details <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/index.php?action=showco&id=55636>)( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072271.html>) *Zadara Storage Offers Up Free Storage To Those Hit By Hurricanes* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072269.html> Irvine-based Zadara Storage, the provider of enterprise storage-as-a-service, says it will offer up up to 1 petabyte of storage for free for the next six months, for those businesses hit by Hurricanes Irma, Harvey and Maria. According to Zadara, organizations in Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico can use its services at no charge for six months while they rebuild their business infrastructure. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072269.html>) *ImaginAb Finds $8M For Immunotherapy Imaging* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072266.html> Inglewood-based ImaginAb, which is developing a cell imaging agent used for imaging changes in cell tumors, has raised $8M in a funding round, the firm said on Monday. The funding was led by Adage Capital, and also included the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy, NVF, Cycad Group, Nextech Invest, and Jim Pallotta of the Raptor Group. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072266.html>) *HIPPEAS Raises $10M More* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072263.html> Los Angeles-based Hippeas, which makes chickpea-based, organic food snacks, has raised another $10M in funding, according to a report today. The funding reportedly came from CAVU Venture Partners. HIPPEAS previously raised funding from such investors as Strand Equity Partners and Leonardo DiCaprio. The company's organic food snacks are found widely in such chains as Starbucks, Whole Foods, Wegmans, Albertson's, Safeway, and elsewhere. The company announced its earlier funding in May. (Funding Details <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/index.php?action=showdeal&id=88259>)( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072263.html>) *Report: Venture Capital Dollars In 2017 On Way To Record* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072260.html> Total venture capital investment dollars in 2017 are on their way to a decade high, according to a new report issued today, with $21.5 billion invested in the third quarter in more than 1,699 companies. The 3Q 2017 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor report said the latest quarter worths of investment brings 2017's total to $61.4 billion across 5,948 deals to date. The report did not break down Southern California as a single region, but reported $4. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072260.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. 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We apply years of industry experience to assess and curate our talent pool - connecting only top-notch tech candidates with the most exciting startups in the industry. Whether you’re building your team or searching for a job you love, we want to understand your unique needs and goals to create an incredible fit for your future. http://www.neohiresouth.com *Tech Coast Map & Calendar – Put Your Company On The Map! <https://www.siliconmaps.com/tech-coast/>* Include your company on the Tech Coast Map and be part of the iconic industry symbol of Technology Innovation in Southern California. The map is promoted through Print, Digital, and web with an online interactive version of the map. Take part in the effective map campaign to support your region, brand and location(s) while promoting your company as an industry leader. The custom imprinted Poster/Calendars make the perfect promotional year-end gift for stakeholders. 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In Los Angeles, contact Ryan Mondillo ([email protected]). ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <#m_8250604314872375493_funding>* 10/10/17 Vyng <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88262> Los Angeles $3.00 M 10/10/17 HIPPEAS <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88259> Santa Monica $10.00 M 10/06/17 The Honest Co. <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88219> Santa Monica $75.00 M 10/05/17 Fuel50 <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88218> Redondo Beach $2.50 M 10/04/17 Veracity Security Intelligence, Inc. <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88212> San Juan Capistran $1.50 M 9/27/17 Kyriba <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87960> San Diego $45.00 M 9/22/17 Hyperloop One FKA Hyperloop Technologies <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87920> Los Angeles $85.00 M 9/21/17 Tuition.io <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87917> Santa Monica $7.00 M 9/20/17 Haawk <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87915> Studio City $2.50 M 9/18/17 Sonendo, Inc. <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87880> Laguna Hills $50.00 M 9/18/17 Sixgill <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=87881> Santa Monica $27.90 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 ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html 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 11, Los Angeles -- *Digital Hollywood* Digital Hollywood. Skirball Center. Keynote Event and Evening Host Seth Shapiro, Governor, Interactive Media, The Television Academy. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25899 October 12, Los Angeles -- *Plug In: Digital and Beyond - SouthLA* Plug In: Digital and Beyond - South LA. Join us at our upcoming Plug in South LA event and in our movement to spark conversation and identify and accelerate tech and digital media in South LA. We will have an inspiring program of panels and fireside chats featuring South LA leaders and prominent voices in LA tech and investment. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25907 October 12, Los Angeles -- *Digital Hollywood* Digital Hollywood. Skirball Center. Keynote Event and Evening Host Seth Shapiro, Governor, Interactive Media, The Television Academy. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25900 October 14, Pasadena -- *Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum -Cybersecurity* Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum - Cybersecurity. The Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum will be devoted to identifying entrepreneurial opportunities for providing tools to combat cyber threats. We will focus on market segments, what it takes to establish credibility as a small company, and what types of strategic alliances with larger companies can be used to overcome the challenges of starting and operating an emerging company capable of developing and selling leading edge security technology to large and potentially very conservative customers. Our keynote speaker will be Dr. Stan Stahl, president of Citadel Information Group and SecureTheVillage. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25904 October 17, Pasadena -- *Tea Tech & Tequila Autumn MixerFundraiser* Tea Tech & Tequila Autumn Mixer Fundraiser. Connect Pasadena. Media Technologies MarketPlace, a boutique tech sales and service company, is hosting a fun evening of networking, need to know tech showcases, tea and tequila tasting, live music and culinary goodies. As an InnovatePasadena Connect17 Week collaborator, we’ll be celebrating entrepreneurship, innovation, design, technology, and science in Pasadena. It's a fundraiser for Foothill Arts Collective's performing and visual arts programs for youth. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25908 October 17, Los Angeles -- *LA Fintech Awards* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25915 October 18, Los Angeles -- *LA AdPros and AMA Los AngelesMixer* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25916 October 19, Los Angeles -- *Cybersecure Los Angeles 2017* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25919 October 19, Pasadena -- *How I Got Funded* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25917 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 October 20, Pasadena -- *Attend Innovate Pasadena’s Connect‘17* Connect ’17 Festival – Friday Oct 20. The Connect Festival provides an opportunity for partners and attendees to come together for food, fun, and interactive showcases featuring new technology and innovative projects—in a unique beautiful setting directly in front of Pasadena City Hall. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25911 October 25, 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/25876 October 25, Los Angeles -- *Eric Ries: Entrepreneur and bestsellingauthor of The Lean Startup* Eric Ries: Entrepreneur and bestselling author of The Lean Startup discussing his upcoming book, The Startup Way: How Modern Companies Use Entrepreneurial Management to Transform Culture and Drive Long-Term Growth. Live Talks. Eric Ries is an entrepreneur and the author of the New York Times bestseller The Lean Startup, which has been translated into over thirty languages. He is the creator of the Lean Startup methodology, which has become a global movement in business, practiced by individuals and companies around the world. He has founded a number of startups including IMVU, where he served as CTO, and he has advised on business and product strategy for startups, venture capital firms, and large companies, including GE, where he partnered with them on the FastWorks program. Eric served as the Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Harvard Business School, IDEO, and Pivotal and he is the founder and CEO of the Long-Term Stock Exchange. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25897 October 25, Los Angeles -- *Disruption: Digital PlatformsRegulation in the New Economy* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25920 October 26, Los Angeles Westside -- *Growth CapitalConference* Growth Capital Conference. Network with capital sources, advisors, deal makers and 100 entrepreneurs seeking capital & counsel. DEAL DISPLAY showcases growing firms needing capital & counse. View products, videos, online demos. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25888 October 26, Woodland Hills -- *Information SecuritySpooktactular* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25912 November 1, Santa Monica -- *LA CEOs breakfast: InternationalConsiderations* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25921 November 2, La Jolla -- *The 2017 San Diego CIO Executive LeadershipSummit* The 2017 San Diego CIO Executive Leadership Summit. This conference is designed exclusively for CIO/IT leader executives and will deliver world class thought leadership in a collaborative setting. Attendees will receive unique insights into best practices and hear success stories involving strategic leadership to drive innovation, transformation and business results. Industry luminaries will share technology trends and opportunities. Real world insight will be gained through peer and partner networking. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25850 November 7, San Diego -- *All Talk: Veterans in Innovation* All Talk: Veterans in Innovation. CONNECT. As many veterans are returning to, or looking to enter the private sector, the tech industry is rapidly expanding with opportunities. Tech companies are looking for highly skilled individuals, skills veterans have often built in their time in the service. Many veterans are getting involved in this booming industry and have success stories to share. This panel will feature veterans who've entered the tech economy successfully sharing their stories and tips to encourage other veterans on their path into the innovation economy. If you are a veteran, join us to find out how your strengths can be utilized in the innovation world. If you are a civilian, come learn why a veteran may be your best hire. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25893 November 8, 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/25889 ------------------------------ *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. Hardware Development Manager <http:///showjob.php?id=5694> SpaceX Cloud Management Architect <http:///showjob.php?id=5693> Withheld Engineering Mgr, Electrical Hardware. Aerospace. Valencia <http:///showjob.php?id=5691> withheld Sr. DevOps Engineer near Hollywood, CA at Awesome Startup <http:///showjob.php?id=5690> ZestFinance Director, Product Management, Video <http:///showjob.php?id=5689> OpenX Vice President, Investor Relations <http:///showjob.php?id=5688> Rubicon Project Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting <http:///showjob.php?id=5687> Snap Inc. Development Test Engineer <http:///showjob.php?id=5686> SpaceX Quality Assurance Engineer <http:///showjob.php?id=5685> Leaf Group Associate Recruiter <http:///showjob.php?id=5684> Safire Partners Senior Product Development Manager <http:///showjob.php?id=5680> Belkin ------------------------------ ------------------------------ *Sponsored By * TVC Capital LLC (www.tvccapital.com) Investments and acquisitions of growing software companies. Silicon Valley Bank (http://www.svb.com). Make next happen now. Stubbs Alderton Markiles, LLP (http://www.stubbsalderton.com). Business. Technology. Law. Vision. PricewaterhouseCoopers (http://www.socaltech.com/pwc). Key info (http://www.keyinfo.com) infrastructure ~ connectivity ~ co-location ~ cloud Shimokaji IP (http://www.shimokaji.com) Bettering Life Through Creative Ideas Neohire South (http://www.neohiresouth.com) Scaling startups since 2007. The #1 most connected recruiting firm in LA. 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