*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Thursday, July 2, 2020* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News <https://www.socaltech.com/News> ------------------------------
*Sponsored By * Pacific Western Bank, Venture Banking Group (http://www.pacwest.com/lending-solutions/venture-lending) 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 ------------------------------ *Headlines * - Stamps.com Powers Last Week Tonight Stamps Effort <#0080042> - Mavenlink Names New CFO <#0080041> - CoreLogic Rolls Out AI Tool For Home Buyers <#0080040> - Arqlite Lands Investment From CEMEX Ventures <#0080039> - Science Inc. Backs Heavy Sound Labs <#0080038> - Scalefast Adds $22M For eCommerce Tools <#0080035> *Marketplace* - Stradling <#ad608> - From Idea to IPO - KPMG’s Emerging Growth Practice <#ad760> - Rucksack: Build an unstoppable team <#ad766> - Accelerating Growth For Early Stage Innovation. <#ad764> - Bestronics - Electronic Engineering Services, SOMs, Imaging Products, Displays & Batteries <#ad752> - Technology Management and Operational Outsourcing – PulseOne <#ad765> *Thursday, July 2, 2020* *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] *Stamps.com Powers Last Week Tonight Stamps Effort* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080042.html> El Segundo-based Stamps.com was behind the successful fundraising effort run by John Oliver on Last Week Tonight, saying it has so far generated sales of over $4M to help support the U.S. Postal Service. According to Stamps. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080042.html>) *Mavenlink Names New CFO* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080041.html> Irvine-based cloud software developer Mavenlink has named a new CFO, saying this week that it has appointed Steve DeSantis to the position. DeSantis previously served at such companies as DATAllegro, Predixion Software, Cloudvirga, and Nexiant, and the company said DeSantis took ShiftPixy public in 2017, and TCI Solutions in 2004. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080041.html>) *CoreLogic Rolls Out AI Tool For Home Buyers* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080040.html> Irvine-based property information provider CoreLogic says it has rolled out a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool today, which it says helps real estate agents and their clients looking to buy, sell, or make improvements to their home. According to the company, its new product, OneHome, currently has launched in Ohio, and eventually will launch nationwide. ( More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080040.html>) *Arqlite Lands Investment From CEMEX Ventures* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080039.html> Santa Ana-based Arqlite SPC, a company which has developed a way to processes unrecyclable plastic waste into artificial gravel, has received an investment from CEMEX Ventures, the corporate venturing arm of the building materials giant. Size of the investment were not announced. ( More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080039.html>) *Science Inc. Backs Heavy Sound Labs* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080038.html> Santa Monica-based startup studio Science Inc. has backed a new company, looking to incubate startups from the music industry. According to Heavy Sound Labs, it is a music technology company looking for "today's next emerging stars" and helps them to develop themselves into creative entrepreneurs. The new venture is led by Jason Geter, a music industry veteran who co-founded Grand Hustle Records. Details of the financial arrangement between Science Inc. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080038.html>) *Scalefast Adds $22M For eCommerce Tools* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080035.html> Los Angeles-based Scalefast, a developer of direct-to-consumer, e-commerce software, has raised $22M in a Series B funding round. The funding came from Xplorer Capital, Stereo Capital, FJLabs, Benhamou Global Venture and Credit Mutuel Equity. According to Scalefast, it will use the new funding to expand its team, footprint, and product offering. Scalefast's software is specifically used by brands to scale direct-to-consumer sales. The company is led by CEO Nicolas Stehle. (Funding Details <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100510>)(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080035.html>) *Stradling <http://www.sycr.com>* Stradling, Attorneys At Law ( 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. *From Idea to IPO - KPMG’s Emerging Growth Practice < [email protected]>* KPMG provides Bookkeeping, Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to assist you at any stage of your life cycle. Whether you are starting your business, strengthening your business, expanding into new markets, or pursuing an exit, we have a global network of experienced resources that can take you to the next level. For more information, please contact Ryan Youhan at [email protected]. *Rucksack: Build an unstoppable team <https://rucksack.collective-genius.com/>* Build an unstoppable team by gaining access to over twenty years of best practices and tools from venture backed CEO's, founders, and investors in one online platform. Subscribe to Rucksack and get the entire Peak Planning and Tools System. Over 50 organized assets, videos, and printable resources. Including Peak Annual and Quarterly Guided Planning session videos and resources to build your Three Year Vision, One Year Plan, Quarterly OKRs, KPIs, Metrics Dashboard, Core Values, Mission Statement, Weekly Camp Meetings, additional tools and resources. https://rucksack.collective-genius.com/ *Accelerating Growth For Early Stage Innovation. <http://www.preccelerator.com>* The Preccelerator® Program is an accelerator for early-stage startups offered to select companies out of the Santa Monica office of Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP that provides initial capital, sophisticated legal services, interim office space, mentorship, a targeted curriculum, investment strategy counseling and access to a strategic perks portfolio with the objective of helping you grow your idea from business concept to funded startup. www.preccelerator.com *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. Our unique capabilities, used by many in the medical, scientific, military and aerospace industries, allow us to offer engineering services that result in deliverable, production ready subsystems so you can concentrate on targeting your customer base and not stressing about the right mix and numbers of engineering talent needed to see your vision become reality. Contact us at http://www.bestronics.com *Technology Management and Operational Outsourcing – PulseOne <https://pulseone.com/sct/>* PulseOne is a business services company specialized in delivering IT-enabled solutions to emerging and high growth companies. Bringing together the world's best technologies, renowned engineering design, and proven implementation, PulseOne is uniquely positioned for Central and South Coast based businesses to plan, build and manage your technology infrastructure - from strategy to ongoing support. Our scalable model allows companies to utilize the services they need as they grow, making high value outsourced IT management cost effective for your growing business. Staffed with technology specialists and lead by business veterans, PulseOne is designed to support your business needs. For more information on what we can do for you, contact us via https://pulseone.com/sct/ or email us at [email protected]. ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <#funding>* 6/25/20 Treehouse Games <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100533> Los Angeles $2.60 M 6/25/20 Clickup <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100534> San Diego $35.00 M 6/24/20 Pipe <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100532> Los Angeles $60.00 M 6/23/20 Scalefast <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100510> Manhattan Beach $21.58 M 6/17/20 DroneBase, Inc. <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100472> Los Angeles $7.50 M 6/16/20 UNEST <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100471> Hollywood $9.00 M 6/03/20 TAE Life Sciences <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100255> Foothill Ranch $30.00 M 5/26/20 Apeel Sciences <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100217> Goleta $250.00 M 5/21/20 Aspiration <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100213> Marina Del Rey $135.00 M 5/19/20 Amplyx Pharmaceuticals <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100104> San Diego $53.00 M 5/19/20 ChromaCode, Inc. <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100103> Carlsbad $10.00 M 5/14/20 Prodoscore <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100102> Irvine $0.00 M 5/13/20 Upkeep <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100100> Los Angeles $36.00 M 5/06/20 BURST Oral Care <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100010> Walnut $0.00 M ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html July 2, Los Angeles -- *Heath Tech and Innovation. General Assembly* Heath Tech and Innovation. General Assembly. Ever wondered how the healthcare industry got to where it is today? The answer likely lies in tech. Overview: At this exclusive panel event, we host thought-leaders from a specific industry — such as finance, food, or art — to explore new intersections between their field and technology. Together, we discuss how they’ve been impacted by the rise of tech, ways they’ve adapted and innovated along the way, and what they expect to see in the future. What You’ll Take Away: Gain insight and inspiration from experts in specific fields and hear first-hand how technology is transforming their work. Expand your understanding of today’s tech-based world, and fuel your own ideas for the future. Featured Experts: Leaders in the health tech community will break down the biggest challenges and opportunities they face with the rise of new technology, and explain how their teams adapt to the fast pace of innovation. Why It Matters: The omnipresence of technology has rapidly transformed lives over the last decade (remember, the iPhone was only released in 2007). Now, it’s rare to go about a regular day without interacting with tech — whether it’s an alarm app that wakes you up, your Nest Thermostat-regulated apartment, or the software you use at work. Staying ahead of the innovation curve and being able to predict the future of tech in various industries has never been more important — both at work and at play. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26629 July 9, Irvine -- *TCVN Fireside Chat with Sean Ellis: Growth Hacking in a Post Covid-19 World* Growth Hacking In A Post COVID-19 World. TCVN. Join Tech Coast Venture Network in welcoming Sean Ellis, founder of Qualaroo and the mastermind behind the Dropbox’s viral growth strategy. Sean will chat with Michael Sawitz about his thoughts on growth hacking in a post Covid-19 world and how his insights can be used to benefit your business. 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