*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Tuesday, September 10, 2019* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News ------------------------------
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KPMG (http://home.kpmg/us/en/home/about/offices/los-angeles-1.html) Level up with KPMG ------------------------------ *Headlines * - Vid Gets Strategic Funding <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078808.html> - FloQast Connects With Workiva <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078809.html> - Semtech Gets Design Win In France <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078810.html> - Video Interview: Chris Straka, Radcare Health <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078807.html> - GumGum Ranks E-Sports Teams: LA's Immortals No. 3 <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078806.html> - Drivetime, With Founder In SoCal, Finds $11M <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078805.html> - Happy Money Finds $70M In Series D <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078803.html> - SGI-DNA Finds $25M In Funding <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078800.html> *Marketplace* - Bestronics - Electronic Engineering Services, SOMs, Imaging Products, Displays & Batteries <http://#ad752> - Facilitated Off-Site Planning for Growth Companies and Venture Firms <http://#ad753> - Pacific Western Bank, Venture Banking Group – Brian Weber <http://#ad749> - BDO - Southern California Technology Industry Team <http://#ad737> - Stubbs Alderton & Markiles Preccelerator <http://#ad694> - Stradling <http://#ad608> - Early Stage Commercial Insurance - Pacific Unified Insurance Agency <http://#ad596> *Tuesday, September 10, 2019* *Pacific Western Bank, Venture Banking Group – Brian Weber <http://www.pacwest.com/lending-solutions/venture-lending>* Pacific Western Bank is a commercial bank with over $26 billion in assets and 74 full-service branches located throughout California and one branch in Durham, North Carolina. Our Venture Banking Group offers a comprehensive suite of financial services focused on entrepreneurial businesses and their venture capital and private equity investors. We also offer Community Banking and National Lending services. For more information, visit http://www.pacwest.com/lending-solutions/venture-lending, or send an email to [email protected] *Vid Gets Strategic Funding* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078808.html> Los Angeles-based Vid, a startup developing a social video platform, announced late Monday that it has received a strategic investment from Ontology, a developer of blockchain technology. Financial terms of the investment were not announced. Vid--which has yet to launch its product--says it is developing a video journaling application, where data is secured through "zero-knowledge" encryption and which is powered by Blockchain. Vid's founders are Jag and Josh Singh. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078808.html>) *FloQast Connects With Workiva* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078809.html> Los Angeles-based financial close management software developer FloQast has partnered with reporting and compliance software developer Workiva, the two said this morning. According to Workiva and FloQast, the partnership will include product integration and bilateral referrals between the two companies, aimed at high growth private and public companies. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078809.html>) *Semtech Gets Design Win In France* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078810.html> Camarillo-based analog and mixed-signal semiconductor developer Semtech reported a design win this morning, with a French developer of Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices. According to Semtech, itk, a supplier of IoT smart agriculture applications, is using Semtech's LoRa devices as part of a new cattle health monitoring solution. Semtech said itk's FarmLife smart agriculture service are using LoRa sensors to detect cattle estrus, drive improved nutrition and predict the onset of disease. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078810.html>) *Video Interview: Chris Straka, Radcare Health* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078807.html> Our video interview today is with Dr. Chris Straka, of Radcare Health, a startup developing information resources for cancer patients. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078807.html>) *GumGum Ranks E-Sports Teams: LA's Immortals No. 3* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078806.html> Santa Monica-based GumGum Sports, the sports marketing analytics software developer which helps measure brand exposure in videos and images using artificial intelligence (AI), released a ranking of top e-sports organizations on Monday. According to GumGum--which has been issuing its reports every quarter--LA's Immortals has jumped to number three in top e-sports organizations based on their social ranking and social reach. ( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078806.html>) *Drivetime, With Founder In SoCal, Finds $11M* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078805.html> Drivetime, a developer of interactive, voice-driven audio entertainment apps for drivers, has raised $11M in a Series A funding, the company said this morning. According to the startup, the funding was led by Makers Fund and also included the Amazon Alexa Fund and Google. The company says it has now raised a total of $15M, including a $4M seed funding round a year ago. The company's other backers include Felicis Ventures, Fuel Capital, Webb Investment Network and Access Ventures. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078805.html>) *Happy Money Finds $70M In Series D* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078803.html> Costa Mesa-based Happy Money, a fintech startup that connects consumers with credit unions through a marketplace, has raised $70M in a Series D funding round, the company said last week. The funding was led by CMFG Ventures, the venture capital arm of CUNA Mutual Group. According to Happy Money, it will use the funding for continued growth and partnerships with credit unions. The deal also includes a strategic partnership with the national sales force of CUNA Mutual. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078803.html>) *SGI-DNA Finds $25M In Funding* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078800.html> San Diego-based SGI-DNA, a biotech company which is developing synthetic genomics and dna data storage technology, announced this morning that it has raised $25M in its Series A funding round. The funding was led by Northpond Ventures, and also included Oxford Finance and BroadOak Capital partners. SGI-DNA said it has created a fully automated gene synthesis platform, which includes an instrument that converts digitized DNA code to biological entities. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078800.html>) *Bestronics - Electronic Engineering Services, SOMs, Imaging Products, Displays & Batteries <https://www.bestronics.com>* Are the great ideas stacking up faster than your engineering resources can handle? Your company needs a reliable resource of analog/digital and software engineers to understand your issues, define the problem statements and lay out a course of action to output hardware products ready for integration into your system. 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We are partnered with local and national venture firms and provide portfolio partner discounts. Schedule a Pre-Camp Meeting to Learn More: [email protected] Collective Genius - Off-Site Planning and Recruiting for Growth Companies and Venture Firms - collective-genius.com *Pacific Western Bank, Venture Banking Group – Brian Weber <http://www.pacwest.com/lending-solutions/venture-lending>* Pacific Western Bank is a commercial bank with over $26 billion in assets and 74 full-service branches located throughout California and one branch in Durham, North Carolina. Our Venture Banking Group offers a comprehensive suite of financial services focused on entrepreneurial businesses and their venture capital and private equity investors. We also offer Community Banking and National Lending services. For more information, visit http://www.pacwest.com/lending-solutions/venture-lending, or send an email to [email protected] *BDO - Southern California Technology Industry Team <http://www.bdo.com>* BDO USA, LLP is a professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and advisory services to publicly traded and privately held companies through more than 60 offices domestically and 160 countries globally. Our Southern California technology industry team professionals have deep experience helping online, software, hardware, and cleantech businesses in the local ecosystem to navigate the many issues affecting their businesses and to help them meet their larger strategic goals. Our team provides a wide range of guidance in the key issues effecting technology companies including, M&A advisory, initial public offerings, tax planning and consulting, intellectual property agreements, financial reporting and regulatory compliance matters. For more information, please contact our LA Technology leaders Anthony Ferguson, Tim Clackett, and Kris Kaufmann at [email protected]. http://www.bdo.com *Stubbs Alderton & Markiles Preccelerator <http://stubbsalderton.com/preccelerator/>* Accelerating Growth for Early Stage Innovation The Preccelerator® Program is a platform offered to select start-up companies out of the Santa Monica office of Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP that provides interim office space, sophisticated legal services, mentorship and access to a strategic perks portfolio with the objective of helping you grow your idea from business concept to funded startup. 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Contact: John Huttinger, CIC, CRM Vice President Ph#310-370-5000 Ext 3025 w Fx 310-370-5454 [email protected] ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <https://www.socaltech.com/database/html.php?num=8#funding>* 8/26/19 Podcorn <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98098> Los Angeles $2.20 M 8/14/19 Systum <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98062> Plano $10.70 M 8/13/19 Singularity 6 <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98060> Los Angeles $16.50 M 8/08/19 Tripalink, Corp. <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=97935> Los Angeles $10.00 M 6/24/19 AFYX Therapeutics <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=97538> San Diego $13.00 M 6/18/19 Elevate Services <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=97508> Los Angeles $25.00 M 6/14/19 Sunbit, Inc. <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=97477> Los Angeles $26.00 M 6/13/19 CreatorIQ <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=97476> Culver City $12.00 M 5/30/19 Mission <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=97268> El Segundo $15.00 M 5/22/19 Locana <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=97225> San Diego $55.00 M 5/15/19 Halla <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=97031> Los Angeles $1.40 M 5/08/19 Neural Analytics, Inc. <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=96997> Los Angeles $22.00 M 5/07/19 INDOSE INC. <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=96994> Woodland Hills $3.50 M 5/07/19 Liquid Death <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=96995> Santa Monica $1.60 M ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html September 12, Pasadena -- *Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum - Microbiome* Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum - Microbiome. This event will explore many fascinating and potentially life-saving developments in the Microbiome field. Keynoting will be Professor Sarkis Mazmanian of Caltech's Division of Biology and Biological Engineering.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26537 September 12, Santa Monica -- *Preccelerator Workshop: Your Team's Secret Weapon to Outpace the Competition w/ Christine Perakis* Preccelerator Workshop: Your Team's Secret Weapon to Outpace the Competition w/ Christine Perakis. How will you lead your company to 10x your growth and outpace the competition? Find your “Mars Group”: identify and engage your internal influencers, including senior managers and key personnel, who embody your company’s spirit and future. Understand why you’re in business: your Mars Group will identify, develop, and articulate your core ideology – the values and purpose that set you apart from the competition. Dive deep into your business: identify and communicate industry trends, core customer cares, and company strengths to become a leader in your constantly-changing competitive climate. Spread the word: share this roadmap to exponential growth with your teams, customers, and vendors, empowering decision-making that aligns with your company’s vision and legacy. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26541 September 15, Santa Monica -- *More/Medavoy brunchwork* More/Medavoy brunchwork. You're invited to an unforgettable brunch with More/Medavoy Co-founding Partners Brian Medavoy and Erwin More. Enjoy an intimate conversation with Brian & Erwin, curated connections, a creative challenge, and pitch... over a healthy meal. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26544 September 17, Santa Monica -- *The Role of Rebranding for M& A and Growth* The Role of Rebranding for M& A and Growth. Learn how this oft-overlooked ingredient can drive valuation both pre-deal and post-deal and support revenue growth. Key topics include: How to recognize an obsolete or weak brand story (interactive workshop) Typical messaging mistakes innovative companies make 7 best practices to strategically refresh brand messaging Crossing the chasm between strategy and creative execution Before and after: rebranding results for middle-market companies and startups. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26543 September 18, Los Angeles -- *The Goddess Project Documentary Screening* The Goddess Project Documentary Screening. Join us for a screening of "The Goddess Project" documentary here at Toolbox LA. Synopsis: Determined to empower the feminine voice, two filmmakers packed their lives into a school bus and hit the road for what became the most transformative adventure of their lives. Through powerful conversations with over 100 women from different walks of life, The Goddess Project gives an intimate look into the collective experience that women in the United States face today. Our co-founder, Noramay Cadena, is featured in the documentary! We are looking forward to celebrating her and all the women featured in the film. Join us for an evening of connection and empowerment. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26539 September 21, Irvine -- *AMAOC Marketing Tech Summit* AMAOC Marketing Tech Summit. The AMAOC is hosting their 2nd annual Marketing Tech Summit at UCI. Keynote: MarTech in the Era of Customer Journey by Annette Franz Four tracks focused on marketing technology, customer journey and career advancement.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26517 September 27, Santa Monica -- *TuesdayNights Impact Conference* TuesdayNights Impact Conference. Over 100 Female Entrepreneurs and Thought Leaders Unite for TuesdayNights inaugural Impact Conference at the Annenberg Community Beach House on Friday, September 27th. The event, hosted by TuesdayNights founders Justine Lassoff and Melinda Moore, will feature keynote speakers including Laura Doss-Hertz, winner of XPRIZE for water abundance and Ronalee Zarate-Bayani, CMO of the Los Angeles Rams; as well as panelists who are female founders, wellness professionals and venture capitalists making a positive impact: including Dana Settle, Partner of Greycroft; Ara Katz, CEO Seed; Deepika Chopra, Optimism Doctor; Jennifer Loo, CFO of Tala; and Nanxi Liu, Founder of Enplug and XFactor. Founded in 2013, TuesdayNights is a community of female entrepreneurs, investors and senior executives with a mission to inspire, collaborate and impact change through networking events, top speakers and intimate gatherings. Each event features a nonprofit that is changing the world for the better and sharing how the community can get involved. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26511 ------------------------------ *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. Silicon Valley Bank (http://www.svb.com). Make next happen now. Stubbs Alderton Markiles, LLP (http://www.stubbsalderton.com). Business. Technology. Law. Vision. KPMG (http://home.kpmg/us/en/home/about/offices/los-angeles-1.html) Level up with KPMG Email [email protected] for more information about sponsoring this newsletter. ------------------------------ You are receiving this email because you subscribed to the socalTECH.com TechNews from our web site, or otherwise requested a subscription. 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