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Clear your calendar - It's going down! The Preccelerator ® Program Class 11 Demo Day kicks off on June 25th @ 6:00 pm, and you're invited to take part in the festivities. What a wild ride it has been! Preccelerator cohort companies are early stage, and we work hand in hand with them throughout their 6-month term to know their market and users, foster their leadership skills, build and test their product, avoid legal pitfalls, ensure the defensibility of their products, acquire users and partnerships and prepare them for the fundraising process. Now it's time to showcase their efforts! Pitches will be followed by a special Startup Superhero Series speaker - who will be sharing the highs and lows and lessons learned on their startup journey! Register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/preccelerator-class-11-demo-day-tickets-59022004404 *Silicon Beach Software, Led By Software Legend, Rolls Out First Software Title* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078266.html> San Diego-based Silicon Beach Software--a newly revived software company headed by longtime software legend Charlie Jackson--announced its first title on Friday, a vector drawing software called SaviDraw. The software is the first title for the new company, which was founded in 2015 by Charlie Jackson, whose claim to fame was founding the original Silicon Beach Software in 1984, one of the very first develops of third party software for the Apple Macintosh. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078266.html>) *SerImmune Finds $1.4M In Ongoing Funding* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078268.html> Santa Barbara-based SerImmune, a company developing immune mapping technology, has raised $1.4M in new funding, as part of what appears to be an ongoing $7.0M funding effort. The funding--which was disclosed via a regulatory filing--shows the round as a debt funding round, suggesting the funding is likely a convertible debt funding from existing investors. SerImmune previously raised $8.0M in funding back in 2017, from such investors as Illumina Ventures, Merck and others. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078268.html>) *Edesa Biotech and Stellar Biotechnologies Complete Merger* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078269.html> Toronto- and Los Angeles-based Edesa Biotech has merged with Stellar Biotechnologies, according to the two companies, and will focus on development and advancement of innovative treatments for dermatological and gastrointestinal indications. The newly combined company will operate as Edesa Biotech. The company, which has its headquarters in Toronto, also has an office in Port Hueneme, in Ventura County, where Stellar Biotechnologies had been headquartered. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078269.html>) *Qualcomm Backs SiFive In $65.4M Funding For RISC Processors* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078267.html> San Diego-based Qualcomm Ventures, the venture investment arm of Qualcomm, is one of the new investors in Silicon Valley-based RISC processor developer SiFive. SiFive said last week that it has raised $65.4M in a Series D funding round, which came from Sutter Hill Ventures, Chengwei Capital, Spark Capital, Osage University Partners and Huami, and also included new investor Qualcomm Ventures. The size of Qualcomm's inestment in SiFive was not announced. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078267.html>) *Cubic Wins Air Force Contract* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078265.html> San Diego-based Cubic Corporation announced this morning that it has scored a win with the U.S. Air Force (USAF), to develop a data radio for the USAF. According to Cubic, the award went to its Cubic Mission Solutions (CMS) business division, for delivery of a Small Form Factor (SFF) Radio prototype for the Data Link Enterprise (DLE). The size of the contract was not announced. The company said the component is used for providing ground-to-air and air-to-ground communications. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078265.html>) *Video Interview: Abner Flores, Checkplis* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078263.html> We've recently started a new feature--video interviews of local entrepreneurs, investors, and others in Southern California's technology community! For our latest video interview, we have Abner Flores, the founder of Checkplis (www.checkplis.com), an early, bootstrapped startup developing software for mobile payment and restaurant maintenance. Abner tells us about his startup and what it's doing. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078263.html>) *IP Protection for Technology and Business - SoCal IP Law Group LLP <http://www.socalip.com>* Patents. Trademarks. Copyrights. Trade Secrets. IP Filings. IP Strategy. IP Litigation. IP Transactions. US and Worldwide. Offices in Westlake Village and Santa Barbara. 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We're doing it again! Due to the overwhelming demand to pitch at our last event in San Diego, we're throwing an exclusive PitchFest speed dating event where you will be pitching to over 20 investors one-on-one! At this San Diego Event, we will be showcasing some of the newest early-stage venture funds & angel groups in the San Diego area! The panels of seasoned and newer 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! There will be plenty of time for networking with the Investor panelists, both before the panel & after the panel at the Cocktail Party! As an additional benefit, entrepreneur 1/4 page summaries will be given to the investor speakers and attendees. All of the Investors will get your company description and contact info! Register today, as this event will sell-out and is limited! Additionally, there will be an Optional Pitching Workshop Lunch from 12pm-3pm. The cost to participate will be $350. This Lunch Workshop includes the $75 ticket to the event. During this workshop we will completely deconstruct your elevator pitch, and work with you on formulating a clean and concise 2 minute elevator pitch giving the important information that investors NEED to hear to make an educated decision on your company! Then you get to give your new Elevator Pitch in person to the Panel of Investors during the event! There are only 15 spaces left in the Workshop. Location: Cross Campus San Diego 2159 India Street San Diego, CA 92101 Date: Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Time: 5:30pm - 9:00pm Cost: - Entrepreneur: $75 - Entrepreneur + Workshop (15 left): $350 - Investor / Service Provider: $85 Speakers: Moderator: Joe Daniels, McCarter & English Greg Horowitt, Managing Director, Jun Capital Partners Zalmi Duchman, Angel Investor Tom Markel, Angel Investor Andrew Ly, Angel Investor +DOZENS MORE INVESTORS. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26469 June 12, Los Angeles -- *DigiMarCon West 2019 - Digital Marketing Conference & Exhibition* DigiMarCon West 2019 - Digital Marketing Conference & Exhibition. DigiMarCon West 2019 is your chance to ... - Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing industry. - Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level. - Network with thought leaders, collaborate with your peers and build your network in a beautiful atmosphere. DigiMarCon West 2019 Digital Marketing Conference & Exhibition will be held from June 12th to 13th, 2019 at the luxurious Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel in Los Angeles, California. Whatever your goal is; reinforcing customer loyalty, improving lead generation, increasing sales, or driving stronger consumer engagement, the DigiMarCon West 2019 line up has been specifically designed to help you develop your audience. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26373 June 12, Los Angeles -- *TECHSPO Los Angeles 2019* TECHSPO Los Angeles Technology Expo - June 12-13, 2019 - Los Angeles, CA. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26379 June 12, San Diego -- *Cybersecurity Summit June 2019* Cybersecurity Summit June 2019. Tech San Diego. Although California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) was intended to govern digital giants like Facebook, it will also impact small and medium-sized businesses. Effective Jan. 1, 2020, the sweeping digital privacy law gives consumers new rights over their personal information—and comes with financial risk related to non-compliance for the companies that hold it. So join ESET security expert Stephen Cobb, ESET General Counsel Alexandra Albro and Sheppard Mullin cyber attorney Justine Phillips for a candid discussion about CCPA for SMBs. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26463 June 13, Los Angeles -- *What is Culture Fit?* What is Culture Fit? by Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator. The traditional definition of culture fit is, "I'd want to be stuck in an airport with this person." There’s a natural tendency to associate with those like ourselves. What does this mean for members of the LGBTQ+ community? How do you get invited to the conversation while remaining true to yourself? How can organizations of all sizes build a strong culture that thrives on people from diverse backgrounds? When the largest number of jobs are placed through referrals, how do organizations make sure they don’t compromise their results by attracting more of the same? Join us for a panel discussion exploring the intersection of fit, diversity and results. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26479 June 13, Irvine -- *Orange County FundingPost VC and Angel Investor PitchFest + Pitch Workshop* Orange County FundingPost VC and Angel Investor PitchFest + Pitch Workshop. We're doing it again! Due to the overwhelming demand to pitch at our last event in Orange County, we're throwing an exclusive PitchFest speed dating event where you will be pitching to over 20 investors one-on-one! At this OC Event, we will be showcasing some of the newest early-stage venture funds & angel groups in the San Diego area! The panels of seasoned and newer 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! There will be plenty of time for networking with the Investor panelists, both before the panel & after the panel at the Cocktail Party! As an additional benefit, entrepreneur 1/4 page summaries will be given to the investor speakers and attendees. All of the Investors will get your company description and contact info! Register today, as this event will sell-out and is limited! Additionally, there will be an Optional Pitching Workshop Lunch from 12pm-3pm. The cost to participate will be $350. This Lunch Workshop includes the $75 ticket to the event. During this workshop we will completely deconstruct your elevator pitch, and work with you on formulating a clean and concise 2 minute elevator pitch giving the important information that investors NEED to hear to make an educated decision on your company! Then you get to give your new Elevator Pitch in person to the Panel of Investors during the event! There are only 15 spaces left in the Workshop. FREE PARKING ACROSS THE STREET AT: Jamboree Promenade Shopping Center Location: WeWork The Boardwalk 18575 Jamboree Road Irvine, CA 92612 Date: Thursday June 13th, 2019 Time: 5:30pm - 9:00pm Cost: - Entrepreneur: $75 - Entrepreneur+Workshop (15 left): $350 - Investor / Service Provider: $85 Speakers: Moderator: Joe Daniels, McCarter & English Zalmi Duchman, Angel Investor Brandon Maier, Founding Partner, WestWave Ventures JJ Richa, Tech Coast Angels, Angel Investor Scott Fox, CEO, OC Startup Council Doug Pennington, Founder, ArchAngels Investors Anderee Berengian, Founder & Managing Director: RezVen Partners Chad Anderson, MT Digital Assets Tom Markel, Angel Investor +DOZENS MORE INVESTORS. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26470 June 18, Santa Monica -- *Preccelerator Workshop: Financial Modeling for Startups w/ Eli Eisenberg* Financial Modeling for Startups Workshop In this workshop you will learn the following: The theory and purpose of a financial model in a pitch deck An approach to financial modeling that resonates with investors How to build the model. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26483 June 19, Pasadena -- *SoCal First Look Innovation Showcase 2019* SoCal First Look Innovation Showcase 2019. The SoCal First Look Innovation Showcase supports, nurtures and stimulates our unique innovation culture in Southern California and promotes its position as a vibrant hub for start-ups and emerging technology. In addition to the presenters, venture capitalists and early stage angel investors attend the event, along with local elected officials, business leaders and senior administrators from the universities. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26432 June 20, Santa Monica -- *LA CEOs: Celebrity Endorsements - Paradigm* LA CEOs: Celebrity Endorsements - Paradigm. Join your CEO & CFO peers in our informative LA CEOs breakfast presentation led by Roger Wood - Partner Paradigm Talent Agency. This sponsor supported event is restricted to qualified CEOs & CFOs only. Confirmed RSVP required. No service providers will be admitted. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26482 June 22, Burbank -- *AT&T SHAPE Conference* AT&T SHAPE Conference. Showcasing a number of interactive experiences, SHAPE 2019 will offer attendees exclusive experiences with the unprecedented responsiveness and speed of 5G. From the future of travel in an IoT-enabled Airstream Classic travel trailer that’s connected to AT&T’s 5G network to experiencing gaming on the latest 5G mobile devices to enjoying immersive entertainment with volumetric video capture and cutting-edge virtual reality content from Warner Bros, AT&T is offering something for everyone looking to learn more about the capabilities of AT&T 5G network. https://shape.att.com/. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26476 June 23, Burbank -- *AT&T SHAPE Conference* AT&T SHAPE Conference. Showcasing a number of interactive experiences, SHAPE 2019 will offer attendees exclusive experiences with the unprecedented responsiveness and speed of 5G. From the future of travel in an IoT-enabled Airstream Classic travel trailer that’s connected to AT&T’s 5G network to experiencing gaming on the latest 5G mobile devices to enjoying immersive entertainment with volumetric video capture and cutting-edge virtual reality content from Warner Bros, AT&T is offering something for everyone looking to learn more about the capabilities of AT&T 5G network. https://shape.att.com/. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26477 June 24, Irvine -- *UC Irvine Summer Academies in the Arts* UC Irvine Summer Academies in the Arts. UC Irvine's Claire Trevor School of the Arts presents Summer Academies in the Arts - college and career preparatory intensives in Art, Dance, Drama, Music and Technology for students ages 8-22 years old. Classes run through August 16, 2019. Scholarships and financial aid are available. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26440 June 25, Santa Monica -- *Preccelerator Class 11 Demo Day* Preccelerator Class 11 Demo Day. Clear your calendar - It's going down! The Preccelerator ® Program Class 11 Demo Day kicks off on June 25th @ 6:00 pm, and you're invited to take part in the festivities. What a wild ride it has been! Preccelerator cohort companies are early stage, and we work hand in hand with them throughout their 6-month term to know their market and users, foster their leadership skills, build and test their product, avoid legal pitfalls, ensure the defensibility of their products, acquire users and partnerships and prepare them for the fundraising process. Now it's time to showcase their efforts! Pitches will be followed by a special Startup Superhero Series speaker - who will be sharing the highs and lows and lessons learned on their startup journey. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26474 June 30, Woodland Hills -- *Chief Financial Officer and Human Resources Professionals Awards* Chief Financial Officer and Human Resources Professionals Awards. San Fernando Valley Business Journal. The San Fernando Valley Business Journal is proud to present the 2019 CFO and HR Professionals of the Year Awards. This year we have expanded the awards program to recognize the increasingly critical work done by Human Resources departments. Both CFOs and HR professionals serve as essential members of a company’s core leadership team, and we are pleased to recognize their contributions. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26424 ------------------------------ *Recent Job Postings * More jobs at http://www.socaltech.com/Jobs ------------------------------ ------------------------------ *Sponsored By * TVC Capital LLC (www.tvccapital.com) Investments and acquisitions of growing software companies. 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