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Layoffs Hot Keyword for Second Half of January 2009

SoCal CTO

Last month we Launched Los Angeles Tech and in the announcement we provide the Hot List for the first half of January 2009. But, in running it now for the second half of January, the keyword that popped to the top was: Layoffs And this is definitely a sign of the times. You can go to the Hot List post to see what was hot then.

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Sequenom Chops 30 Employees

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San Diego-based Sequenom , a developer of genetic analysis equipment, announced late Thursday that the firm has cut approximately 30 employees as part of a cost cutting measure. According to the firm, the cuts were a result of a "continuing weak outlook in 2009" for sales of its equipment, particularly in the U.S.

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Best Downsizing Strategies

SoCal Tech Calendar

Wednesday, February 11, 2009 -- CommNexus San Diego's HR SIG Presents: Best Downsizing Strategies for 2009. Business owners, C-level executives, VP/Directors and middle managers should attend. See [link] (more).

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