*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Thursday, June 14, 2018* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News <https://www.socaltech.com/News> ------------------------------
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Singer Lewak (http://www.singerlewak.com) Accounting and Consulting for Growing and Innovative Businesses ------------------------------ *Headlines * - Interview with Oded Vakrat, Earny <#m_8954685412301365064_0075104> - Ring Starts Selling Home Security System, Ring Alarm <#m_8954685412301365064_0075110> - Catasys Gets $10M In Debt Financing For AI, Healthcare Technology <#m_8954685412301365064_0075107> - ZipRecruiter Expands Headquarters In LA, Hits Nearly 1,000 Employees <#m_8954685412301365064_0075109> - EDF Renewables Wins 200MW Wind Deal In Iowa <#m_8954685412301365064_0075108> - TenantBase Takes $10.7M <#m_8954685412301365064_0075103> - LA's Revolve Seeks IPO <#m_8954685412301365064_0075097> *Marketplace* - Neohire South <#m_8954685412301365064_ad720> - Simplify Cloud Management - Multi-Cloud Command & Control from Key Info <#m_8954685412301365064_ad729> - Become a Socaltech Supporter! <#m_8954685412301365064_ad724> - Square 1 Bank <#m_8954685412301365064_ad695> - SoCal IP Law Group LLP - Serving the IP Needs of Technology Innovators <#m_8954685412301365064_ad611> *Thursday, June 14, 2018* *Intellectual Property Seminar - June 28 - Santa Monica <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/planning-for-success-what-entrepreneurs-need-to-know-about-intellectual-property-tickets-44576539630>* Planning for Success: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know About Intellectual Property “IP can be complex and confusing; now, I am able to make smart decisions to protect my IP and maximize its value!” – this is the reaction of many who have attended Kevin’s past presentations. Kevin DeBré, Chair of the Intellectual Property and Technology Transactions practice at Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP is conducting a unique one-hour workshop geared specifically for entrepreneurs on Intellectual Property Protection, Planning and Profit. Key topics will include: • How to build a solid IP foundation on a startup budget • Common mistakes entrepreneurs make and how to avoid them • How to respond to tough questions about IP protection from potential investors This workshop will change the way you think about IP. Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/planning-for-success-what- entrepreneurs-need-to-know-about-intellectual-property-tickets-44576539630 *Interview with Oded Vakrat, Earny* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075104.html> For most consumers with a credit card, many of those cards have a feature called "price protection"--which promises to provide you with cash back if prices drop on an item you've purchased. But, how many people actually bother to submit for those refunds and follow prices after you purchase an item? The solution: Los Angeles-based Earny (www.earny.co), which has created a service which automatically submits for those refunds and price adjustments for you. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075104.html>) *Ring Starts Selling Home Security System, Ring Alarm* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075110.html> Los Angeles-based Ring, the "smart doorbell" and security camera maker, is expanding into the home security system market with a new system called the Ring Alarm--and has just started taking pre-orders for its systems. The new product includes door and window sensors, smoke and CO2 detectors, water leak detection, and other capabilities--all in addition to connecting to Ring's doorbells and cameras. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075110.html>) *Catasys Gets $10M In Debt Financing For AI, Healthcare Technology* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075107.html> Los Angeles-based Catasys, a provider of AI- and technology-enabled healthcare services, said today that it has received $10M in a debt financing round, split between a receivable facility agreement of $2.5 million with Heritage Bank of Commerce and a four-year term loan of up to $7.5 million with Horizon Technology Finance Corporation. The publicly held company said it will pay Prime plus 3% on its receivable facility agreement (currently, 7.75%), and an interest rate on the term loan is 9. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075107.html>) *ZipRecruiter Expands Headquarters In LA, Hits Nearly 1,000 Employees* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075109.html> Los Angeles-based online employment marketplace operator ZipRecruiter says it is expanding into a brand new headquarters in Los Angeles, as it says it has hit nearly 1,000 employees. The company said the new 45,000 square foot headquarters will house 400 of its employees. The company--which is only eight years old--says it also has two other major operations centers, in Tempe, Arizona and Tel Aviv, Israel. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075109.html>) *EDF Renewables Wins 200MW Wind Deal In Iowa* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075108.html> San Diego-based renewable energy developer EDF Renewables said late Wednesday that it has signed a new wind development deal, where it will develop and construct up to 200 megawatts (MW) of wind energy in Iowa. According to EDF Renewables, the deal with Alliant Energy will go towards the Golden Plains Wind Project, which is expected to produce enough clean energy to power 87,000 average homes a year. Alliant Energy will purchase the project upon completion. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075108.html>) *TenantBase Takes $10.7M* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075103.html> Santa Monica-based TenantBase, which is developing a technology-enabled, commercial real estate brokerage firm, announced on Wednesday that it has raised $10.7M in a funding round. The funding was led by Stonecutter TenantBase Investors LLC, an affiliate of New York-based Stonecutter Capital, and also included other existing investors, including Razor's Edge Ventures. The company said it will use the funding to accelerate technology and brokerage hires, plus for nationwide expansion. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075103.html>) *LA's Revolve Seeks IPO* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075097.html> Los Angeles-based Revolve, an online clothing retailer that sells clothing to both women and men, is getting set for an IPO, according to a report from the WSJ. The Wall Street Journal--citing anonymous sources--said Revolve was interviewing investment bankers to lead the effort, which would value Revolve at more than $1 billion. Revolve was founded by former dot-com veterans Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, over 10 years ago. Mente and Karanikolas had been at Newport Beach-based NextStrat. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0075097.html>) *Neohire South <http://www.neohiresouth.com>* Your source for the most sought-after startup jobs. At Neohire South, we take our relationships seriously. 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 *Simplify Cloud Management - Multi-Cloud Command & Control from Key Info <https://www.keyinfo.com/public-cloud/#streamone>* Simplify Cloud Management - Multi-Cloud Command & Control from Key Information Systems A major downfall of a hybrid or multi-cloud environment is the difficulty in monitoring and maintaining numerous instances across several accounts and platforms. Add that to deployment complexity and capacity issues, and your business will struggle to reap the benefits of cloud. A multi-cloud consolidation platform from KeyInfo solves these issues and more! KeyInfo provides top notch multi-cloud services, management capabilities and tailored support. We enable customers to procure cloud services from a single source, allowing for the access and management of a full range of industry-leading IaaS cloud providers including Amazon Web Services, IBM, Microsoft and more. We work with you to meet your cloud strategy needs and enable you to leverage all of the unique capabilities of the platform. To schedule an appointment, visit https://www.keyinfo.com/public-cloud/#streamone *Become a Socaltech Supporter!* Interested in letting Southern California's high tech community know you are here for them? Want to reach Southern California's movers and shakers? Become a SPONSOR or SOCALTECH SUPPORTER! Our sponsors and supporters are featured on our website, and online service provider directory, as well as in our newsletter multiple times per week. 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Thursday, June 14th Starting at 6pm! Come learn more about local Blockchain & Crypto companies and meet new people in the Silicon Beach Crypto community. Feel free to bring company swag to hand out to guests. Want to present? Book a presentation ticket and get 5 minutes of stage time to present your company, talent or host a demonstration. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26108 June 14, Los Angeles -- *E3 Electronic Entertainment Expo* E3 Electronic Entertainment Expo. Digital worlds, real innovation. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26119 June 18, Los Angeles -- *Top Legal Mistakes Made by First Time Entrepreneurs* Top Legal Mistakes Made by First Time Entrepreneurs. General Assembly. Legal mistakes can doom even the best startup concepts and founding teams. Join Matt Crowley from Crowley Corporate Legal Strategy as he aims to prepare you to deal with the essential legal issues that every startup faces. Making sure the legal matters are in order while you’re running your company is one of the most important things that can make your startup more investible in the future. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26088 June 19, Los Angeles -- *LA Fintech* LA Fintech. Come mix and mingle with other Financial Technologist's Tuesday June 19th. Learn about the newest and fastest changes going on in financial technology. Finance is undergoing a massive change some call the "financial paradigm" or "crypto wars". 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/26114 June 20, Los Angeles -- *First Look SoCal at UCLA Luskin Center* First Look SoCal at UCLA Luskin Center. Come see 30 early stage startups who are commercializing their deep scientific breakthroughs from 18 of SoCal’s top research universities and institutions. The day will feature three simultaneous domain tracks: Life Science, Computer Science, and Physical Science. This exclusive, invite-only half-day program will bring together investors, innovators and executives in an intimate setting. This event is brought to you by the Alliance for Southern California Innovation and the Los Angeles Venture Association (LAVA). Event is free but need to request invite. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26111 June 21, Santa Monica -- *Wild and West Startup Presentations and Networking at WeWork in Santa Monica* Wild and West Startup Presentations and Networking at WeWork in Santa Monica. Tuesday, June 21st at WeWork in Santa Monica! Come learn more about local startups and meet new people in the Silicon Beach community. Feel free to bring company swag to hand out to guests. Want to present? Book a presentation ticket and get 5 minutes of stage time to present your company, talent or host a demonstration.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26109 June 28, Irvine -- *MasterMinds OC Startup Accelerator Workshop #15* MasterMinds OC Startup Accelerator Workshop #15. OC ENTREPRENEURS: Join us for another LIVE MasterMinds Workshop. Bring your startup ideas and business questions so our friendly group of local Orange County entrepreneurs and business owners can help you move your business farther, faster. Free tickets available if you have a good startup business question for discussion, or you want to practice your startup pitch. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26104 June 28, Santa Monica -- *Planning for Success: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know About Intellectual Property* Planning for Success: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know About Intellectual Property “IP can be complex and confusing; now, I am able to make smart decisions to protect my IP and maximize its value!” – this is the reaction of many who have attended Kevin’s past presentations. Kevin DeBré, Chair of the Intellectual Property and Technology Transactions practice at Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP is conducting a unique one-hour workshop geared specifically for entrepreneurs on Intellectual Property Protection, Planning and Profit. Key topics will include: • How to build a solid IP foundation on a startup budget • Common mistakes entrepreneurs make and how to avoid them • How to respond to tough questions about IP protection from potential investors This workshop will change the way you think about IP. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26113 July 11, Santa Monica -- *Flying With Unicorns LAVA Awards Celebration 2018* "Flying With Unicorns" LAVA Awards Celebration 2018. Celebrate Hall of Fame Honoree Hemi Zucker and J2 Communications Extraordinary M&A Activity. Hemi Zucker is a Managing Principal of OCV Partners. OCV is a Los Angeles-based venture fund that invests in, owns, and operates companies in the information technology, e-commerce, media & telecommunications, life sciences & healthcare, and clean technology sectors with the objective of creating sustainable long-term value. Why You Should Attend: Connect with Startup CEOs, Venture Funded Companies, Venture Investors and thought leaders shaping the future of Los Angeles's technology ecosystem. 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