*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Wednesday, June 1, 2022* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News <https://www.socaltech.com/News> ------------------------------
*Sponsored By * Tech vs. Media Podcast (https://link.chtbl.com/aKC6DpJG) 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 * - Elon Musk Tells Tesla Employees To Work In The Texas Office, Or Quit <#0082558> - UCLA Anderson Forecast: Economy Slowing Down, But No Recession, Yet <#0082555> - FinditParts Snags $30M In Series A Funding <#0082557> - Swoogo Snags Exec From Google <#0082554> - Viasat Sets Up Shop At Aberden Proving Ground <#0082556> - Bonfire Ventures Raises $230M In Two New Funds <#0082553> *Marketplace* - Tech vs. Media Episode 5: Creating Content on a Global Basis <#ad785> - From Idea to IPO - KPMG’s Emerging Growth Practice <#ad760> - Accelerating Growth For Early Stage Innovation. <#ad764> - IP Protection for Technology and Business - SoCal IP Law Group LLP <#ad750> - Pixelgate.net - Internet Access, Web Hosting, Network Services <#ad188> *Wednesday, June 1, 2022* *Recurring Revenue Conference - June 23, 2022 <https://bit.ly/3LLZhhG>* Recurring Revenue Conference Scaling SaaS & Subscription Businesses June 23, 2022 Culver City or virtually Join 500+ entrepreneurs, executives, and investors June 23 at the Culver City Hilton. Whether you are a SaaS or subscription business, or if customer retention is critical for your success, this is the premier Southern California event to learn from the tech pioneers. Hear from experts who are successfully growing their industry leading companies, as well as from the investors backing them. Can’t make the in-person event? Join us virtually. Enter the Promo Code below to save 10% on your ticket! Register at https://bit.ly/3LLZhhG Promo Code: SoCalTech10 Enter Promo Code before registration details *Elon Musk Tells Tesla Employees To Work In The Texas Office, Or Quit* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082558.html> Elon Musk, who is the CEO of Tesla in addition to his post at Hawthorne, California-based SpaceX, has ordered Tesla employees to spend a minimum of 40 hours in the office per week, or quit. According to emails leaked from Tesla, Musk said that if employees do not show up at its offices for at least 40 hours a week, "we will assume you have resigned. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082558.html>) *UCLA Anderson Forecast: Economy Slowing Down, But No Recession, Yet* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082555.html> T (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082555.html>) *FinditParts Snags $30M In Series A Funding* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082557.html> Santa Monica-based FindItParts, which operates an online marketplace for medium and heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, has raised $30M in a Series A funding, the company said this morning. The company said the funding came from Crestline Investors, and was a minority growth equity investment. The funding its the first institutional funding for the company since it was founded in 2010. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082557.html> ) *Swoogo Snags Exec From Google* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082554.html> Los Angeles-based Swoogo, which develops event management software, said today that it has added Sam Harkness as the company's SVP of Partnerships. Swoogo recently raised $20M in a Series B funding from Bain Capital and others. Harkness was previously Head of Partnership at Google Cloud, and prior to that was Director of Strategic Alliances at Looker, before Looker was acquired by Google. The company said that Harkness will oversee its global partner ecosystem. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082554.html>) *Viasat Sets Up Shop At Aberden Proving Ground* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082556.html> Carlsbad-based satellite communications provider Viasat said today that it has set up a new office at the U.S. Army's Aberdeen Proving Ground, as part of its ongoing work to support the U.S. Army. The company said the location is home to several commands including the U.S. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082556.html>) *Bonfire Ventures Raises $230M In Two New Funds* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082553.html> Los Angeles-based venture capital investor Bonfire Ventures disclosed today that it has raised two new funds, worth a total of $230M. According to the firm, the investment includes $168M in a new, core seed funding, and a "second opportunity" fund worth $63M. Bonfire Ventures is led by managing directors Jim Andelman and Mark Mullen, along with Brett Queener. Bonfire Ventures makes investments in seed stage, B2B companies, typically in the software area, and typically leads its rounds. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0082553.html>) *Tech vs. Media Episode 5: Creating Content on a Global Basis <https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-vs-media/id1606444841>* Tech vs Media Episode 5: Creating Content on a Global Basis with guest Christy Haubeggar, EVP and Chief Inclusion Officer at Warner Media One of the most powerful women in entertainment explains how Warner Media is moving into the future with HBOMAX, CNN, Warner Brothers, TNT, Cartoon Network and more. And how they are choosing diversity because it drives bigger audiences, not only because it's the right thing to do! Listen to the newest episode on href=" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-vs-media/id1606444841";>Apple, Spotify <https://open.spotify.com/show/3oiHCYLkLqPpr2aO7GlkEt>, href=" https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cub21ueWNvbnRlbnQuY29tL2QvcGxheWxpc3QvNGZhYjM2NjMtYmMwZS00MmRhLWJjYTEtYWI2ODAwMGViMTA5LzhmMzQ2NjE4LTRlYTMtNDI0Ni04ODFkLWFlMjQwMTNhOGU3Yy85Nzc4ZmIwNS0wYTAwLTQ3NjEtOGY1ZC1hZTI0MDE0MDk2YmUvcG9kY2FzdC5yc3M%3d ">Google, href=" https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cbe66668-37d8-4c9b-abda-e9f67c1ae493/tech-vs-media ">Amazon, and Stitcher <https://www.stitcher.com/show/tech-vs-media>. *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]. *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 *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. [email protected] www.socalip.com *Pixelgate.net - Internet Access, Web Hosting, Network Services <http://www.pixelgate.net>* We put the "Service" back into Internet Service Provider. http://www.pixelgate.net ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <#funding>* 5/11/22 PrismPop <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103221> Pasadena $5.00 M 5/09/22 AskGene <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103220> Camarillo $20.00 M 5/02/22 LinearB <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103219> Santa Monica $50.00 M 4/15/22 Obsidian Security <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103217> Newport Beach $90.00 M 4/14/22 Welcome Tech <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103216> Los Angeles $30.00 M 4/12/22 Studio <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103214> Los Angeles $50.00 M 3/23/22 Gamefam <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103212> Los Angeles $25.00 M 3/23/22 Subject <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103213> Los Angeles $29.40 M 3/10/22 Menlo Microsystems, Inc. <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103211> Irvine $150.00 M 3/10/22 Slingshot Aerospace <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103210> El Segundo $25.00 M 2/22/22 Fama Technologies, Inc. <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103209> Los Angeles $10.00 M 2/17/22 Voila <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103207> Los Angeles $6.00 M 2/17/22 Spotter, Inc. <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103208> Beverly Hills $200.00 M 2/15/22 Telgorithm <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=103206> Northridge $3.80 M ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html June 16, San Diego -- *DigiMarCon California 2022 - Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition* "DigiMarCon California 2022 is your chance to ... – Experience a safe and intimate gathering with marketing leaders and professionals in a clean and hygienic environment. – Hear from some of the most audacious and thought-provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising 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, reunite with your peers, and build your professional network. DigiMarCon California, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in California, returns June 16th and 17th, 2022 to the luxurious Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Hotel in San Diego, California. Join your peers in-person or online for 2-days jam-packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy, and networking, also check out the next generation of technology & innovation; Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech & SaaS Technology. Expand your knowledge on the following topics: Account-Based Marketing, Behavioral & Neuromarketing, Content Marketing, Conversational Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization, Data Science & Big Data, Email Marketing, Geo-Targeting & Proximity Marketing, Growth Hacking, Inbound & Outbound Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Native & Contextual Advertising, Omnichannel Marketing, Paid Search Marketing, Personalization & Privacy. You’ll also learn the following: Podcast & Webinar Marketing, PR & Cause Marketing, Predictive Analytics & Attribution, Programmatic Advertising, Sales & Marketing Automation, Search Engine Optimization, Shopper Marketing, Marketing & Customer Experience, Social Commerce, Social Media Marketing, UI / UX Design, User-Generated Content, Video Marketing, Viral & Buzz Marketing, Visual & Voice Search, Web Analytics, and much more! Onsite Safety: Your safety is our TOP PRIORITY! Our qualified team is dedicated to ensuring a great experience at our in-person events, and that includes providing a COVID-Safe, clean and hygienic environment for our delegates. 100% Money Back Guarantee: Booking your ticket is RISK-FREE. You can cancel and get a full refund up until 30 days before the event. At DigiMarCon California 2022, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thoughts will be challenged, and new ways of thinking will emerge. You will leave with your head, notebooks, and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency/team/account to even greater success. Be a part of DigiMarCon California 2022 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world. Top keynotes, case studies, strategy sessions, networking, and more in a safe and hygienic environment! . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26742 ------------------------------ *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. 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. If you do not want to receive this newsletter go to: http://listserv.socaltech.com/mailman/listinfo/socaltech or email us at [email protected] ------------------------------ Legal Notices ---- While SOCALTECH LLC has used its best efforts in collecting and preparing the information published herein, SOCALTECH LLC does not assume, and hereby disclaims, any liability for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions, whether such errors or omissions resulted from negligence, accident or other causes. All contents Copyright (c) 2017 SOCALTECH LLC. All rights reserved. socalTECH.com - Dedicated to High Tech in Southern California http://www.socaltech.com/ SOCALTECH LLC 4607 Lakeview Canyon Road, Suite 290, Westlake Village, CA 91361
_______________________________________________ Socaltech mailing list [email protected] http://listserv.socaltech.com/mailman/listinfo/socaltech
