*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Monday, August 24, 2020* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News <https://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 * - Rocket Lab Aims At New Mission August 27th <#0080261> - WeRecover Offers Up Digital Assistant For Mental, Behavioral Health <#0080260> - Connect Biopharma Finds $115M More <#0080258> - Happy Money Offers Up Free Wellness Course <#0080257> - Terrakan Launches Real Estate Research Site <#0080259> *Marketplace* - Technology Management and Operational Outsourcing – PulseOne <#ad765> - Accelerating Growth For Early Stage Innovation. <#ad764> - Virtual London Tech Week - September 8th <#ad767> - IP Protection for Technology and Business - SoCal IP Law Group LLP <#ad750> - Bestronics - Electronic Engineering Services, SOMs, Imaging Products, Displays & Batteries <#ad752> *Monday, August 24, 2020* *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]. *Rocket Lab Aims At New Mission August 27th* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080261.html> Huntington Beach-based Rocket Lab is hoping to get back into the air, after the failure of a mission in July, saying it now hopes to launch a new commercial mission sometime around August 27th. Rocket Lab saw a launch failure on July 4th, when an electrical connector detached one its Electron rocket, apparently due to thermal expansion and contraction. Rocket Lab has not said what customers will be on that August 27th mission, which wil be out of its New Zealand launch site. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080261.html>) *WeRecover Offers Up Digital Assistant For Mental, Behavioral Health* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080260.html> Los Angeles-based WeRecover, a venture backed company that connects consumers with mental and behavioral health resources, said last week that it is in a strategic partnership with CCAPP, the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals. WeRecovers said it will offer up its new "digital assistant" product, Wendi, to CCAPP's members. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080260.html>) *Connect Biopharma Finds $115M More* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080258.html> San Diego-based Connect Biopharma, which is developing biopharmaceuticals for treating atopic dermatitis and ulerative colitis, has raised $115M in a Series C funding, the company announced Monday morning. According to the company, the round was led by RA Capital Management, and also included Lilly Asia Ventures, Boxer Capital, and HBM Healthcare Investments, plus existing investor Qiming Venture Partners. (Funding Details <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/index.php?action=showdeal&id=100820> )(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080258.html>) *Happy Money Offers Up Free Wellness Course* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080257.html> Orange County-based Happy Money, which is backed by Anthemis Group, Tencent Holdings and CMFG Ventures, says it is launching a free, 6-week wellness course it calls "Peace". According to Happy Money, the free course uses cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology, and psychometrics to help people understand and reduce the impact of financial stress on their lives. Happy Money said it will be launching the new course through its credit union partners. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080257.html>) *Terrakan Launches Real Estate Research Site* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080259.html> Los Angeles-based *Terrakan <http://www.terrakan.com>* said today that it has launched an online platform, aimed at helping homeowners and realtors to generate reports, perform listing research, and network with other people. The company is targeting real estate developers and investors, single family buyers, owners, or "flippers", and others with its service. The company's website says it currently only serves Los Angeles.(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0080259.html>) *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]. *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 *Virtual London Tech Week - September 8th < [email protected]>* Join the British Consulate in Los Angeles on a virtual trade mission for London Tech Week. A tailored series of virtual events starting 8th September that will include insight into the innovation landscape with the London Mayor’s Office, routes to capital with London Stock Exchange group, understanding the UK-US political landscape and free trade agreement with Her Majesty’s Trade Commissioner, and practical sessions to understand the costs, opportunity, and things to avoid with growing your opportunities in the UK. Contact [email protected] for a mission brochure and information on applying. Successful applicants will join the mission and receive dedicated assistance form the UK Government global investment team. *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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Contact us at http://www.bestronics.com ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <#funding>* 8/24/20 Connect Biopharma <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100820> San Diego $115.00 M 7/30/20 MomentFeed <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100700> Santa Monica $10.00 M 7/29/20 Heal <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100699> Pacific Palisades $100.00 M 7/22/20 TrackStreet, Inc. <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100695> Santa Barbara $5.10 M 7/20/20 Gemist <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100579> Los Angeles $0.00 M 7/20/20 Carbonated Games <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100581> El Segundo $8.50 M 7/20/20 Ready, Set, Food! <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100582> Encino $3.00 M 7/09/20 Kernel <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100542> Los Angeles $53.00 M 7/08/20 VelosBio Inc. <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=100084> San Diego $137.00 M 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 ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html August 27, Los Angeles -- *11th Annual Women In Green Forum* 11th Annual Women In Green Forum. The Women In Green Forum has emerged as the premier conference series highlighting women’s impact on the environmental industry. The Women In Green Forum (WIGF) is the largest conference of its kind and attracts an international audience of environmental professionals. Each year, we convene sustainability trailblazers who share insights about the newest and most cutting-edge environmental innovations. . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26649 September 6, Los Angeles -- *National Business Plan Competition Deadline/Pismo Ventures* National Business Plan Competition Deadline/Pismo Ventures. Pismo Ventures presents the National Venture Plan Competition (NVPC). The NVPC is a business plan competition offering startups and entrepreneurs, across the United State, a unique opportunity to present their plans to experienced investors, screen in front of multiple investor groups nationwide, win cash and in-kind prizes, and participate in an array of invaluable webinars. Most of all, the competition provides participants one of the biggest opportunities to raise capital by being fast-tracked to present to many investor groups, angels, VCs and family offices across the US. Seee https://bit.ly/2ZRkWPP. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26636 September 9, Los Angeles -- *Digital Summit LA* Out of concern for the health and safety of our attendees and staff, Digital Summit Los Angeles will reschedule our 2020 to September 9-11. Thanks!. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26647 September 15, Los Angeles -- *Urban Tech Connect 2020 // Forward* We believe that diverse ideas from all walks of life can help expand the realm of possibility for the entire world. The Urban Tech Connect // Forward Conference is helping bridge the gap of diverse ideation in technology. You can expect: Fine tune your fundraising and marketing strategies Target angels and VCs to raise money Overcome your fears and insecurities as a founder of color Develop tactics for product growth Tap into Job Opportunities in Tech Learn more about the speakers and conference at https://utc.pluginsouthla.com/. Organizer: Plug In South Los Angeles Venue: Virtual Conference (Agenda and login instructions provided up registration). See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26664 ------------------------------ *Recent Job Postings * More jobs at http://www.socaltech.com/Jobs ------------------------------ ------------------------------ *Sponsored By * Stubbs Alderton Markiles, LLP (http://www.stubbsalderton.com). Business. Technology. Law. Vision. 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