*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Friday, October 27, 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 * - Microsemi Acquires Timing Business From Vectron International <#m_-8942944870838658439_0072512> - AirMap Automates Drone Requests To FAA With New App Feature <#m_-8942944870838658439_0072511> - Evite Pushes 'Tiny Parties' <#m_-8942944870838658439_0072513> - Netflix Steals Back HR Exec From Scopely <#m_-8942944870838658439_0072514> - Snapchat Avoids Fake News With Secret Weapon: Humans <#m_-8942944870838658439_0072510> - Virgin Galactic To Get $1 Billion From Saudi Arabia <#m_-8942944870838658439_0072509> - Marlin Equity Buys Logi Analytics <#m_-8942944870838658439_0072507> - ServiceNow Buys SkyGiraffe <#m_-8942944870838658439_0072502> *Marketplace* - Tech Coast Map & Calendar – Put Your Company On The Map! <#m_-8942944870838658439_ad717> - Oracle <#m_-8942944870838658439_ad683> - SoCal IP Law Group LLP - Serving the IP Needs of Technology Innovators <#m_-8942944870838658439_ad611> - Early Stage Commercial Insurance - Pacific Unified Insurance Agency <#m_-8942944870838658439_ad596> - Stradling <#m_-8942944870838658439_ad608> *Friday, October 27, 2017* *Square 1 Bank <http://www.square1bank.com>* Square 1 Bank is a division of Pacific Western Bank, a Los Angeles-based commercial bank with over $21 billion in assets. A full service financial services partner to entrepreneurs and their investors, Square 1 provides clients flexible resources and attentive service to help their companies grow. Square 1 offers a broad range of venture debt, treasury and cash management solutions through offices in top innovation centers: Atlanta, Austin, the Bay Area, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Durham, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York, San Diego, Seattle and Washington, DC. Pacific Western Bank is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PacWest Bancorp (NASDAQ:PACW). For more information, visit www.square1bank.com, or send an email to [email protected]. *Microsemi Acquires Timing Business From Vectron International* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072512.html> Aliso VIejo-based MIcroSemi said it has agreed to buy the timing business of Vectron International (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072512.html>) *AirMap Automates Drone Requests To FAA With New App Feature* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072511.html> Santa Monica-based AirMap, the startup developing airspace management software for drones, said on Thursday that it has added integration with the FAA, to automate what had been a very cumbersome process to gain authorization to operate near U.S. airports. According to AirMap, its app now allows licensed, commercial drone operators with Part 107 authorization to request authorization to fly in controlled airspace near four, U.S. airports, all via its iOS and Android apps. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072511.html>) *Evite Pushes 'Tiny Parties'* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072513.html> Los Angeles-based online invitation site Evite is hoping to encourage the use of its service in small, informal gatherings, through the promotion of what it calls "Tiny Parties". According to Evite, it's been seeing a trend where users are using its platform for events which have five or fewer invited guests over the past 12 months, with 9.3 percent of events on the platform fitting that description. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072513.html>) *Netflix Steals Back HR Exec From Scopely* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072514.html> Online movie streaming service Netflix has stolen back an executive from Los Angeles-based Scopely, to head up its human resources and talent management efforts. Netflix said on Thursday that it has named Jessica Neal as Chief Talent Officer of the company, to head up the company's group responsible for culture, human resources, recruiting, and coaching its team, according to the company. Neal had been Chief People Officer at Scopely in Los Angeles until earlier this year. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072514.html>) *Snapchat Avoids Fake News With Secret Weapon: Humans* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072510.html> As more and more revelations of abuse of advertising systems at Google and Facebook by Kremlin-linked advertisers continue to surface--Venice, California-based Snapchat has managed to keep itself free of "fake news" using a secret weapon: humans. According to a report from Bloomberg, published Thursday, Snapchat has employed a team of human editors to surface legitimate, professionally edited content, specifically curating the news it is presenting to its users. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072510.html>) *Virgin Galactic To Get $1 Billion From Saudi Arabia* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072509.html> Mojave-based commercial spaceflight developer Virgin Galactic said on Thursday that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will invest $1 billion into the company. The funding comes from the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia, which also has the option to invest an additional $480M in the company for future space services. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072509.html>) *Marlin Equity Buys Logi Analytics* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072507.html> Los Angeles-based private equity investor Marlin Equity Partners has acquired business intelligence and analytics software developer Logi Analytics, the two said Thursday morning. Financiald details on the transaction were not announced. Logi is based in Mclean, Virginia, and develops software that is used by application developers create analytics apps for the enterprise, business intelligence market. Marlin Equity has more than $6. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072507.html>) *ServiceNow Buys SkyGiraffe* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072502.html> Santa Clara- and San Diego-based ServiceNow said on Wednesday that it has acquired San Mateo-based SkyGiraffe, a developer of a mobile software development platform. Financial details of the buy were not disclosed. ServiceNow said the buy will help its customers easily deliver "consumer-like" mobile experiences for applications build on its Now Platform. The company said it will embed SkyGiraffe's technology in its Now Platform in 2018. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072502.html> ) *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. View the large interactive map at https://www.siliconmaps.com/tech-coast/ Contact [email protected] for more information and mention Socal Tech for special industry rates. *Oracle <http://www.oracle.com>* Oracle offers a comprehensive and fully integrated stack of cloud applications and platform services for small and mid-sized businesses. For more information about Oracle (NYSE:ORCL), visit www.oracle.com. In Los Angeles, contact Ryan Mondillo ([email protected]). *SoCal IP Law Group LLP - Serving the IP Needs of Technology Innovators <http://www.socalip.com>* IP Litigation . IP Transactions . Patent & Trademark Prosecution . IP Strategy . Westlake Village . Santa Barbara . Irvine. [email protected] 805-230-1350 www.socalip.com *Early Stage Commercial Insurance - Pacific Unified Insurance Agency <[email protected]>* We are a commercial insurance broker working with startup and early stage technology and E-Commerce companies to implement cost effective strategies for their insurance and risk management programs. We provide guidance and strategic planning during various phases and also advise regarding employee benefit structures to assist in employee recruiting and retention. Coverage placements include D&O, Property, Liability, Workers Comp, E&O, Cyber/Network Security and Employee Benefit Programs. Contact: John Huttinger, CIC, CRM Vice President Ph#310-370-5000 Ext 3025 w Fx 310-370-5454 [email protected] *Stradling <http://www.sycr.com>* Stradling, Attorneys At Law (<a href="http://www.sycr.com";>http://www.sycr.com) Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth (“Stradling”) is a premier business law firm with over 125 attorneys and 10 offices in the western US. The offices are: Newport Beach, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, San Diego, San Francisco - SOMA, San Francisco - Financial District, Sacramento, Reno, Denver, Seattle. The Firm’s corporate, litigation and public law practices are well known for their expertise and depth. Stradling's clients include emerging and high growth public and private companies as well as private equity funds, venture capital groups and their respective portfolio companies. 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. ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <#m_-8942944870838658439_funding>* 10/23/17 Cloud9 Esports, Inc. <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88592> Santa Monica $25.00 M 10/23/17 SmartDrive <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88489> San Diego $0.00 M 10/20/17 Fair <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88488> Santa Monica $1000.00 M 10/17/17 Beyond Meat <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88293> El Segundo $0.00 M 10/17/17 PlutoTV <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88291> Los Angeles $5.00 M 10/14/17 Beauty Bakerie <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88286> San Diego $3.00 M 10/13/17 Vy Esports <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88266> Los Angeles $0.00 M 10/13/17 Impact Biomedicines <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88267> San Diego $22.00 M 10/13/17 Hyperloop One FKA Hyperloop Technologies <http:///intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=88265> Los Angeles $0.00 M 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 ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html October 28, Cerritos -- * TiEcon Southwest 2017 | UnleashingHyperspeed Innovations | TiE* TiEcon Southwest 2017. TiE Southern California’s signature annual entrepreneurship conference brings together entrepreneurs, corporate executives, venture capitalists and business professionals for the best combination of substantive conversation, education and peer networking. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25928 November 1, Santa Monica -- *LA CEOs breakfast: InternationalConsiderations* LA CEOs breakfast: International Considerations. LA CEOs, an education & support group for qualified CEOs & CFOs (No Service Providers) is happy to host Perry Wallack,a co-founder and CFO for Cornerstone OnDemand, since its inception through post IPO will share his thoughts on growing internationally. This sponsor supported event is restricted to qualified CEOs and CFOs only. Confirmed RSVP required. No service providers admitted.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25921 November 1, San Diego -- *You got your VC meeting, nowwhat?* Insider Insights: You got your VC meeting, now what? San Diego Venture Group. You got your VC meeting, now what? Just like your company is unique, so too are venture capitalists and their investment strategies. Many life science entrepreneurs will work hard to get the meeting, but then don’t take time to actually prepare to meet with the specific partnership. Attend this interactive panel discussion with an all-star panel of VCs for their insider perspective on how to best raise capital, what questions to ask, why it’s important to understand the life cycle of the fund, and their favorite pet peeves. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25927 November 1, Beverly Hills -- * Los Angeles Audience Based BuyingSummit* Innovation In The Face Of Programmatic Chaos. If you are like most brands, agencies and adtech companies, you are probably spending a significant portion of your day trying to implement successful strategies for Audience Based Buying in the wake of chaos. If you are challenged to find scale, success and global solutions, know that you are not alone. Join GABBCON at our third annual Los Angeles Audience Based Buying Summit and second annual ABBI Awards, November 1-2, 2017 at the new Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. At this year’s Los Angeles Summit, we will discuss the future of Video and audience based buying and how to turn chaos into progress and momentum. See. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25925 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 2, Beverly Hills -- * Los Angeles Audience Based BuyingSummit* Innovation In The Face Of Programmatic Chaos. If you are like most brands, agencies and adtech companies, you are probably spending a significant portion of your day trying to implement successful strategies for Audience Based Buying in the wake of chaos. If you are challenged to find scale, success and global solutions, know that you are not alone. Join GABBCON at our third annual Los Angeles Audience Based Buying Summit and second annual ABBI Awards, November 1-2, 2017 at the new Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. At this year’s Los Angeles Summit, we will discuss the future of Video and audience based buying and how to turn chaos into progress and momentum. See. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25926 November 3, Newbury Park -- *Startup Weekend Conejo Valley - SportsFocused* Startup Weekend Conejo Valley - Sports Focused. Calling all startup junkies, makers, inventors, coders, and sports enthusiast! We are looking for the next big thing in Sports, Fitness, and Performance. Startup Weekend is a 54 hour event, where attendees pitch ideas, form teams and launch companies/products. The event is very community focused and provides a place for budding entrepreneurs to find co-founders, mentors and momentum for their ideas. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25930 November 4, Newbury Park -- *Startup Weekend Conejo Valley - SportsFocused* Startup Weekend Conejo Valley - Sports Focused. Calling all startup junkies, makers, inventors, coders, and sports enthusiast! We are looking for the next big thing in Sports, Fitness, and Performance. Startup Weekend is a 54 hour event, where attendees pitch ideas, form teams and launch companies/products. The event is very community focused and provides a place for budding entrepreneurs to find co-founders, mentors and momentum for their ideas. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25931 November 5, Newbury Park -- *Startup Weekend Conejo Valley - SportsFocused* Startup Weekend Conejo Valley - Sports Focused. Calling all startup junkies, makers, inventors, coders, and sports enthusiast! We are looking for the next big thing in Sports, Fitness, and Performance. Startup Weekend is a 54 hour event, where attendees pitch ideas, form teams and launch companies/products. The event is very community focused and provides a place for budding entrepreneurs to find co-founders, mentors and momentum for their ideas. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25932 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 November 16, Playa Vista -- *Leveraging Machine Learning and DataScience to Drive Business Results* Leveraging Machine Learning and Data Science to Drive Business Results. AITP. Tony Karrer, Founder/CEO of TechEmpower & CTO of Aggregage Jon Morra, VP Data Science, ZEFR Jeong-Yoon Lee, Technical Evangelist, Microsoft These well-known technology executives will share an overview of cutting-edge technologies used in data science/machine learning and will provide multiple use cases on how the technologies are being implemented -- such as predictive data analytics, fraud detection, and computer vision/image recognition. This joint event between AITP-LA, Technology Council of Southern California, and the CTO Forum promises many technology insights as well as outstanding networking.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25918 November 16, Woodland Hills -- *The Valley Economic ForecastBreakfast* The Valley Economic Forecast Breakfast. The San Fernando Valley Business Journal and California Lutheran University’s Center for Economic Research and Forecasting. For the first time, Matthew Fienup of Cal Lu’s highly regarded Center for Economic Research and Forecasting will provide an economic outlook specifically tailored to the San Fernando Valley. At this forecast breakfast at Ruth’s Chris, you will learn how the Valley’s economy will compare to the rest of the region and how last year’s elections changed the trajectory of the economy. 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