*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Thursday, November 14, 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 * - Video Interview: Jenny Collins, Novo Space <#0079143> - SpaceX Completes Static Fire Testing For Crew Dragon <#0079149> - Factual Connects Location Data Into AWS Data Exchange <#0079147> - CalAmp Powers Pallet Tracking Platform <#0079148> - FLOAT Plans Short Haul, Commuter Flights For SoCal Commuters <#0079146> - Wavemaker Three-Sixty Health Hits 25 Investments <#0079145> - ServerFarm Expands In Europe, Acquires Data Center In Amsterdam <#0079142> *Marketplace* - Stubbs Alderton & Markiles Preccelerator <#ad694> - Stradling <#ad608> - Early Stage Commercial Insurance - Pacific Unified Insurance Agency <#ad596> *Thursday, November 14, 2019* * 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 *Video Interview: Jenny Collins, Novo Space* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079143.html> Our video interview today is with Jenny Collins, the CEO and Co-founder of Novo Space, a company making it easier to launch electronics into space. Novo Space was part of the Techstars Starbust Space Accelerator in Los Angeles in 2019. ( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079143.html>) *SpaceX Completes Static Fire Testing For Crew Dragon* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079149.html> Hawthorne-based SpaceX appears to be back on track to launching astronauts into space, after successful completion of a static firing test of the Crew Dragon on Wednesday. According to NASA, the static fire engine testing come in advance of an in-flight launch escape demonstration, known as an In-Flight Abort Test, which is one of the requirements of using the Crew Dragon for NASA astronauts. ( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079149.html>) *Factual Connects Location Data Into AWS Data Exchange* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079147.html> Los Angeles-based location data provider Factual said Wednesday evening that it has made its Places data available in the AWS Data Exchange, a new service rolled out by Amazon Web Services (AWS) to allow its customers access to third party data via the cloud. According to Factual, AWS customers can discover and purchase access to its Places data sets, which includes information on over 130 million places and points of interest across 52 countries. ( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079147.html>) *CalAmp Powers Pallet Tracking Platform* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079148.html> Irvine-based CalAmp, a provider of telematics products, is applying its technology to track wooden pallets, to improve supply chain and logistics visibility. According to CalAmp, it has partnered with Pallet Alliance, where its iON Tags, gateways, and its telematics cloud will be used to track wooden pallets. Financial details of the partnership were not announced. ( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079148.html>) *FLOAT Plans Short Haul, Commuter Flights For SoCal Commuters* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079146.html> Tired of having to drive through grinding traffic every day? La Verne, California-based FLOAT, started by Arnel Guiang, Tom Hsieh, and Rob McKinney, says that it is about to launch a new, short-distance, daily commuter flight service, aimed at allowing people to bypass all of the traffic on local roads. ( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079146.html>) *Wavemaker Three-Sixty Health Hits 25 Investments* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079145.html> Los Angeles-based Wavemaker Three-Sixty Health, the venture investment fund focused on healthcare, which is led by John Nackel, Jay Goss, Eric Marton and Kwame Ulmer, says it has just completed its 25th investment--all made in the last 18 months. According to the firm, it believes its pace of investments makes it one of the most active healthcare venture investors in the country. ( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079145.html>) *ServerFarm Expands In Europe, Acquires Data Center In Amsterdam* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079142.html> Los Angeles-based data center developer and operator ServerFarm said today that it is expanding in Europe, and has acquired a new data center in Amsterdam. The data center operator said the new facility in Amsterdam includes 194,000 square feet, and is located in the Amsterdam city center. ServerFarm did not say how much it is investing in acquiring the data center, which will be the company's second major European location. ( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0079142.html>) * 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. The Preccelerator® Program provides these benefits to as many as 10 promising young startups in separate growth tracks. http://stubbsalderton.com/preccelerator/ * 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. </a * 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] ------------------------------ * Recent Funding <#funding> * 11/13/19 Avidity Biosciences <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98748> La Jolla $100.00 M 11/06/19 HMBradley <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98692> Santa Monica $3.50 M 11/06/19 Valence <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98693> Los Angeles $2.50 M 11/05/19 Clarify Medical <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98631> San Diego $18.00 M 11/04/19 Boulevard <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98629> Santa Monica $11.00 M 11/04/19 BuildOps <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98630> Santa Monica $5.80 M 10/29/19 Scopely <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98626> Culver City $200.00 M 10/23/19 LegalMation <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98616> Los Angeles $0.00 M 10/17/19 Invoca <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98518> Santa Barbara $56.00 M 10/16/19 Labrador Systems <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98517> Oak Park $2.00 M 10/03/19 X1 Discovery <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98441> Pasadena $5.10 M 10/01/19 Molecular Assemblies <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98369> San Diego $12.20 M 9/18/19 WhiteFox Drone Defense <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98326> San Luis Obispo $12.00 M 9/17/19 Biproxi <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=98320> San Diego $10.00 M ------------------------------ * Upcoming Events * Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html November 14, Irvine -- *Pitch and Learn With Investors* Pitch and Learn With Investors. Pitch and Learn is meant to engage and educate entrepreneurs on the art of pitching to investors. Every pitching entrepreneur will have the opportunity to pitch their business, receive feedback from seasoned investors and then pitch again using investors’ input. The event is open to anyone to attend however, there are only 20 available tickets/seats for entrepreneurs to pitch. 1 Pitching person per company. Presenters: Pitch intimately to investors Obtain immediate and direct feedback on the pitch Get coached one-on-one by seasoned investors Pitch again for a second round Win prizes A great way to learn and build relationships Get your tickets today! Date: Thursday, November 14, 2019 Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Location: WeWork - The Boardwalk 18575 Jamboree Rd., #6 Irvine, CA 92612 About Pismo Ventures: Pismo Ventures is a venture studio focusing on startups varying in stage from pre-seed through series A. We invest resources; provide proven business strategies, implementation and execution; develop high-end software and technology solutions and facilitate funding. Our unique approach and experience help startups minimize risk and increase the likelihood of success. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26583 November 14, Costa Mesa -- *18th Annual Wine Tasting & Fundraiser - Advancing Women in Tech * *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26589 November 14, Santa Monica -- *LAVA Digital Media: The Military & Digital Media: Comrades in Arms * The Military & Digital Media: Comrades in Arms. LAVA. Since the advent of the vaunted “military industrial complex,” emerging media technologies for training, tracking, communications, public safety and combat have been integrated into the U.S. military’s strategy, tactics and budget. Indeed, many consumer applications we now take for granted like VR--even the internet itself-- were developed with Department of Defense dollars. VR, AR, AI, video-enabled drones and all manner of digital media systems and devices are deployed in the name of defense, the cause of offense, and, depending on circumstances, control or protection of the U.S. citizenry. Video is critical to these basic applications and beyond, including “deep fakes” in espionage, or offshoots for science, such as NASA probes. And the numbers are huge. Globally, military spending has already increased from $586 billion in 2015 to $716 billion in 2019. Come hear how working with the military works and the investment (and valuation) opportunities in this sector.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26585 November 14, Burbank -- *Masters of Game Design Speaker Series w/ Voldi Way * Masters of Game Design Speaker Series w/ Voldi Way. Join WayForward's "Tyrannical Overlord" Voldi Way (Shantae series, Adventure Time, Duck Tales Remastered, TMNT, Aliens Infestation, Mighty Switch Force!, A Boy and his Blob and many, many more!) in a chat with NYFA's Scott Rogers (God of War, author of Level Up! The Guide to Great Game Design) as they discuss Voldi's career running one of the longest lasting independent game studios. Learn the secrets of the gaming industry from one of the best. Attendance is open to Game Industry Professionals, Students and the entire gaming community. WHEN: Thursday, November 14th from 6:30pm - 9:00pm Food will be served at 6:30pm outside of the NYFA Theater and event will begin at 7:00pm at the NYFA theater (2nd floor). WHERE: New York Film Academy, Los Angeles is located at 3300 Riverside Drive, Burbank, CA. Our entrance is located on Warner Blvd. RSVP to: [email protected] (Be sure to list the event name in the subject line. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26579 November 15, Los Angeles -- *The Future of Intellectual Property * *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26590 November 16, Pasadena -- *Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum - Transportation * Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum - Transportation. Emerging Opportunities in Urban Mobility and the Business Models It Will Enable. The ways that people and products move around cities worldwide are rapidly changing. As traditional car ownership declines, companies are offering cost-effective alternatives powered by new technology and networks. The secondary effects are changing the nature of businesses: traditional retail and restaurant experiences are being replaced by on-demand delivery; Transportation-as-a-Service is now viable and cities are partnering with startups to deliver competitive options for mass transit. Join John Roussant and a panel of nationally recognized visionaries, vehicle manufacturers, startups and investors in the advanced mobility space who will explain the massive changes and focus on opportunities for innovation. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26572 November 18, Los Angeles -- *AutoMobility 2019* AutoMobility LA is a press and trade event featuring vehicle debuts, auto-tech exhibits, competitions, speakers and networking events over the course of four days. Held in Los Angeles – the world’s top car-buying, luxury and EV market – AutoMobility LA is where the who’s who of mobility meet to gain insights, break news and do business. Join a diverse group of automakers, tech companies, media, designers, startups, investors, dealers, government officials, analysts and more for this must-attend event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26530 November 19, Los Angeles -- *AutoMobility 2019* AutoMobility LA is a press and trade event featuring vehicle debuts, auto-tech exhibits, competitions, speakers and networking events over the course of four days. Held in Los Angeles – the world’s top car-buying, luxury and EV market – AutoMobility LA is where the who’s who of mobility meet to gain insights, break news and do business. Join a diverse group of automakers, tech companies, media, designers, startups, investors, dealers, government officials, analysts and more for this must-attend event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26531 November 19, Santa Monica -- *Preccelerator Workshop: Pivoting with Constraints w/ Jim Cooper, Braid Theory * Preccelerator Workshop: Pivoting with Constraints w/ Jim Cooper, Braid Theory. Pivoting with Constraints Direction and position of a company's pivot, relative to risk and other factors, strongly affects how a startup progresses through barriers and objects in the market. These constraints can be difficult for a startup to identify, navigate and adjust to. By applying the constraint model, allows alignment to pivoting. To know more about this characteristic of constraints, make sure you're familiar with the "axis" of your company. Pivoting can be disastrous for some companies without intellectual capital and customer evidence to support the move. In this workshop we investigate the challenges. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26577 November 20, Los Angeles -- *AutoMobility 2019* AutoMobility LA is a press and trade event featuring vehicle debuts, auto-tech exhibits, competitions, speakers and networking events over the course of four days. Held in Los Angeles – the world’s top car-buying, luxury and EV market – AutoMobility LA is where the who’s who of mobility meet to gain insights, break news and do business. Join a diverse group of automakers, tech companies, media, designers, startups, investors, dealers, government officials, analysts and more for this must-attend event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26532 November 21, Los Angeles -- *AutoMobility 2019* AutoMobility LA is a press and trade event featuring vehicle debuts, auto-tech exhibits, competitions, speakers and networking events over the course of four days. Held in Los Angeles – the world’s top car-buying, luxury and EV market – AutoMobility LA is where the who’s who of mobility meet to gain insights, break news and do business. Join a diverse group of automakers, tech companies, media, designers, startups, investors, dealers, government officials, analysts and more for this must-attend event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26533 November 21, Culver City -- *CTOs on Emerging Technologies and Business Transformation * *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26587 November 22, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles Auto Show 2019* Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Los Angeles Auto Show welcomes visitors from Southern California and beyond to Los Angeles’ biggest annual gathering. Over the course of ten days, visitors come together to celebrate car culture, connect with their favorite automotive brands, test drive the latest vehicles, explore the nation’s largest public aftermarket showcase and even discover transportation services that are changing how we get from point A to point B. With a variety of activations and experiential showcases, the LA Auto Show has something for everyone. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26520 November 23, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles Auto Show 2019* Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Los Angeles Auto Show welcomes visitors from Southern California and beyond to Los Angeles’ biggest annual gathering. Over the course of ten days, visitors come together to celebrate car culture, connect with their favorite automotive brands, test drive the latest vehicles, explore the nation’s largest public aftermarket showcase and even discover transportation services that are changing how we get from point A to point B. With a variety of activations and experiential showcases, the LA Auto Show has something for everyone. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26521 November 24, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles Auto Show 2019* Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Los Angeles Auto Show welcomes visitors from Southern California and beyond to Los Angeles’ biggest annual gathering. Over the course of ten days, visitors come together to celebrate car culture, connect with their favorite automotive brands, test drive the latest vehicles, explore the nation’s largest public aftermarket showcase and even discover transportation services that are changing how we get from point A to point B. With a variety of activations and experiential showcases, the LA Auto Show has something for everyone. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26522 November 25, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles Auto Show 2019* Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Los Angeles Auto Show welcomes visitors from Southern California and beyond to Los Angeles’ biggest annual gathering. Over the course of ten days, visitors come together to celebrate car culture, connect with their favorite automotive brands, test drive the latest vehicles, explore the nation’s largest public aftermarket showcase and even discover transportation services that are changing how we get from point A to point B. With a variety of activations and experiential showcases, the LA Auto Show has something for everyone. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26523 November 26, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles Auto Show 2019* Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Los Angeles Auto Show welcomes visitors from Southern California and beyond to Los Angeles’ biggest annual gathering. Over the course of ten days, visitors come together to celebrate car culture, connect with their favorite automotive brands, test drive the latest vehicles, explore the nation’s largest public aftermarket showcase and even discover transportation services that are changing how we get from point A to point B. With a variety of activations and experiential showcases, the LA Auto Show has something for everyone. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26524 November 27, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles Auto Show 2019* Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Los Angeles Auto Show welcomes visitors from Southern California and beyond to Los Angeles’ biggest annual gathering. Over the course of ten days, visitors come together to celebrate car culture, connect with their favorite automotive brands, test drive the latest vehicles, explore the nation’s largest public aftermarket showcase and even discover transportation services that are changing how we get from point A to point B. With a variety of activations and experiential showcases, the LA Auto Show has something for everyone. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26525 November 28, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles Auto Show 2019* Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Los Angeles Auto Show welcomes visitors from Southern California and beyond to Los Angeles’ biggest annual gathering. Over the course of ten days, visitors come together to celebrate car culture, connect with their favorite automotive brands, test drive the latest vehicles, explore the nation’s largest public aftermarket showcase and even discover transportation services that are changing how we get from point A to point B. With a variety of activations and experiential showcases, the LA Auto Show has something for everyone. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26526 November 29, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles Auto Show 2019* Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Los Angeles Auto Show welcomes visitors from Southern California and beyond to Los Angeles’ biggest annual gathering. Over the course of ten days, visitors come together to celebrate car culture, connect with their favorite automotive brands, test drive the latest vehicles, explore the nation’s largest public aftermarket showcase and even discover transportation services that are changing how we get from point A to point B. With a variety of activations and experiential showcases, the LA Auto Show has something for everyone. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26527 November 30, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles Auto Show 2019* Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Los Angeles Auto Show welcomes visitors from Southern California and beyond to Los Angeles’ biggest annual gathering. Over the course of ten days, visitors come together to celebrate car culture, connect with their favorite automotive brands, test drive the latest vehicles, explore the nation’s largest public aftermarket showcase and even discover transportation services that are changing how we get from point A to point B. With a variety of activations and experiential showcases, the LA Auto Show has something for everyone. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26528 December 1, Los Angeles -- *Los Angeles Auto Show 2019* Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Los Angeles Auto Show welcomes visitors from Southern California and beyond to Los Angeles’ biggest annual gathering. Over the course of ten days, visitors come together to celebrate car culture, connect with their favorite automotive brands, test drive the latest vehicles, explore the nation’s largest public aftermarket showcase and even discover transportation services that are changing how we get from point A to point B. With a variety of activations and experiential showcases, the LA Auto Show has something for everyone. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26529 December 10, Santa Monica -- *Preccelerator Workshop: Employment Contracts & Alternative Compensation for Startups with Louis Wharton * *NEW* . 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