CreatorIQ Raises $40 Million in Thriving Influencer Economy
L.A. Business Journal
OCTOBER 4, 2021
In 2014, Igor Vaks knew the creator economy was going to boom — and he wanted to be a part of it.
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The Truth About the Scooter Economy?—?An Insider’s Perspective
Both Sides of the Table
APRIL 18, 2019
The Truth About the Scooter Economy?—?An link] The Truth About the Scooter Economy?—?An It was a fascinating discussion in which he also talked about the early days of building Bird. You may enjoy watching / listening. I think you’ll learn a lot.
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5 Key Growth Initiatives In This Inflationary Economy
Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
For the rest of us, here is my prioritized list of key strategies that I believe every business leader can benefit from as a starting point in making the current inflation economy less of a negative impact on their business, or maybe even a pleasantly surprising positive: Solicit follow-on revenue from existing customers.
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5 Rules For Every Business In The New Sharing Economy
Startup Professionals Musings
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Thus the rise of the “ sharing economy ,” with collaborative and peer-to-peer (P2P) platforms , including Lyft (rides), Airbnb (lodging), and WeWork (workspace). Although the pervasiveness of the Internet and the sharing economy are far from new, I believe the opportunities out there are still large.
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Insights: What's Happening in SoCal's Innovation Economy
socalTECH
FEBRUARY 14, 2018
What's going on with Southern California's innovation economy, and where is the action? Read the full article, What's Happening in SoCal's Innovation Economy: A Perspective from Silicon Valley Bank. With 2017 now in the rear view mirror, we are looking ahead to 2018. Continued.). READ MORE>>.
Dogdrop Eyes New Dog Daycare Customers As Economy Opens Back Up
socalTECH
JUNE 1, 2021
A new, Los Angeles-based dog care startup, Dogdrop, says it has started offering up one free week of doggy daycare services to new customers, as the economy begins to open up and people start going back to work.
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100 The Newest Source Of Startup Funding – The Sharing Economy
InfoChachkie
JULY 28, 2014
The broad implications of the sharing economy are only beginning to be felt. The sharing economy is also proving to be a significant source of bootstrap startup capital. The sharing economy is not only a good fit for entrepreneurs'' lifestyles, it also offers them outsized financial rewards. Sharing Leads To More Sharing.
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Disruption: Digital Platforms Regulation in the New Economy
SoCal Tech Calendar
OCTOBER 19, 2017
Wednesday, October 25, 2017 -- Disruption: Digital Platforms Regulation in the New Economy. Interested in the changes and challenges of the new digital platform economy? Digital platforms, such as, Airbnb, Uber, Amazon, and others are playing an increasing role in the economy.
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AltaSea, Milken Institute and Santa Monica College: Mobilizing an Ocean Economy Workforce in California
SoCal Tech Calendar
JULY 11, 2020
Friday, July 17, 2020 -- AltaSea, Milken Institute and Santa Monica College: Mobilizing an Ocean Economy Workforce in California. Join AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles for the second of back-to-back webinars focused on the blue economy.
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The Sharing Economy Is Changing The Rules Of Business
Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 2, 2019
This sharing economy is rapidly becoming the new business of sharing, with major winners already including Airbnb (rooms), Uber (rides), and Chegg (books). The sharing economy applies the same ruthless logic of how best fully utilize our clothes, bicycles, driveways, computers, pets, and free time.
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Season Share Brings Sharing Economy To Season Tickets
socalTECH
MARCH 7, 2017
Los Angeles-based Season Share , a new startup which wants to bring the sharing economy to season sports tickets, has started taking signups for early access to its service.
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Despite the economy, LA’s Maple Media is hunting for app acquisitions
TechCrunch LA
MAY 12, 2020
And n ow, even with the economy continuing to collapse, the company is on the prowl for new acquisitions and expects to spend tens of millions of dollars on new deals. “We look at three pillars of our types of apps… casual games, mobile games, and personal tools,” said Maple Media chief executive, Michael Ritter. .
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6 Keys To Growing Your Career Through The Gig Economy
Startup Professionals Musings
JULY 7, 2019
While everyone agrees that the “ gig economy ” is really here, the practical realities, other than not counting on long-term employment, are not so obvious. The good news is that this exercise, if done well, will be the best evidence to support your next raise request, as well as showing your readiness for the new gig economy.
The Empathy Economy: Emotional Intelligence in Customer Service
Xconomy
JULY 5, 2018
The “empathy economy” will help define the new reality of human and machine interactions in the customer service industry. A takeoff on the sharing economy, the empathy economy will grow due to brand mania and increased automation in the workplace.
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Austin’s Blossoming Economy: Five Growing Industries in the Capital of Texas
AllTopStartups
JUNE 15, 2022
It is one of the most liberal places in the Lone Star State, making it enticing… The post Austin’s Blossoming Economy: Five Growing Industries in the Capital of Texas appeared first on AllTopStartups. Austin, Texas has become one of the most exciting cities in the United States.
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Insights: How The Subscription Economy is Changing Business
socalTECH
FEBRUARY 2, 2015
Read the rest of Peter''s essay on the growth of the subscription economy. peter cowen insights opinions subscription essay review economy' Less than a decade ago, a company needed to invest heavily in infrastructure and software, and recruit the (continued.). READ MORE>>.
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UCLA Anderson Forecast: Bipolar Economy Through 2011
socalTECH
MARCH 24, 2010
In a new report released today by the UCLA Anderson Forecast released a report today saying that the economy is in a "bipolar" condition, where the economy is growing, but where unemployment continues to stay in the double digits. Tags: jobs economics economy bipolar anderson ucla.
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Lyft: $130M Generated For Los Angeles Economy In 2016
socalTECH
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Ridesharing service Lyft said this morning that it has calculated that it has created $130M to the Los Angeles economy, as a result of its ride service. According to Lyft, a study conducted by the company by Land Econ Group finds that there was an increase in economic activity in Los Angeles due to its service, as a result of its rides.
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Be A Winning Entrepreneur In The New Sharing Economy
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 8, 2015
This new sharing economy is rapidly becoming the new business of sharing, with major winners already including Airbnb (rooms), Uber (rides), and Chegg (books). The sharing economy applies the same ruthless logic of how best fully utilize our clothes, bicycles, driveways, computers, pets, and free time.
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111 8 Reasons To Initiate A Startup In A Sluggish Economy
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 4, 2017
According to CNN Money , the economy is still very sluggish, with only 1.6 Yet if you wait for an economy bubble before starting your new business, you will be making a comparable mistake to the people who thought during the dot-com bubble "all I have to do is a startup, and I'll be rich." percent growth in 2016.
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The Thank You Economy
SoCal Tech Calendar
MARCH 17, 2011
Wednesday, March 23, 2011 -- The Thank You Economy. The Drucker Business Forum. GARY VAYNERCHUK is social media expert, entrepreneur and bestselling author. He is in the top 100 people followed on Twitter and a frequent speaker at noted events such as the TED conference, South by Southwest Interactive conference and the New Media and Web 2.0
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8 Keys To Surviving and Thriving In This New Economy
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 22, 2022
Entrepreneurs and startups are big believers in innovation, but sometimes they forget that innovation must be continual to assure long-term success, rather than the one big-bang idea that initiated their journey.
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TechAmerica: The Green Economy - Trends and Opportunities
SoCal Tech Calendar
JULY 22, 2011
Thursday, July 28, 2011 -- TechAmerica: The Green Economy - Trends and Opportunities. We hear a lot about the Green Economy today. This presentation from Carolyn Cassavan will address: The Green Economy What it is. Its in the news, politicians love to talk about it and its the new buzz in business.
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Building a Green Economy
SoCal Tech Calendar
DECEMBER 1, 2010
Tuesday, December 7, 2010 -- Building a Green Economy. Clean Technology Council invites you to attend an important conference: "Building a Green Economy.and what it means to your business."
Apriso: Strong Growth From Cleantech, Recovery of Economy
socalTECH
MAY 20, 2010
However, the company said it is seeing a sign of recovery in the global economy and its customers, both in clean technology and with traditional manufacturers. Tags: apriso manufacturing supply chain software economy growth. The firm did not provide any actual financials.
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Rocket Lab Acquires Advanced Solutions for $40 Million
L.A. Business Journal
OCTOBER 14, 2021
The acquisition will strengthen Rocket Lab’s space systems portfolio and gives it a presence in Colorado, which has a large aerospace economy.
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iRise: Economy Driving Growth
socalTECH
JANUARY 26, 2009
El Segundo-based iRise is among a number of Southern California companies which are reporting that the bad economy is actually driving growth at the firm. Tags: economy irise software visualization. iRise said this morning that its software revenue for Q4 2008, just surpassed the "entire fiscal year 2007 total" at the company.
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Strategies for Success in a Weak Economy
SoCal Tech Calendar
APRIL 29, 2010
Wednesday, May 5, 2010 -- Strategies for Success in a Weak Economy. The weak economy has made it difficult for many businesses. The manner in which a business reacts to the pressures of the challenging economy can have long-term implications cut too many corners and the business could suffer irreparable harm.
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100 How to Raise Money in a Tough Economy
SoCal Tech Calendar
JULY 18, 2011
Monday, July 18, 2011 -- How to Raise Money in a Tough Economy. Tech Coast Angels. oin Barbara and Eric M. Jackson as we delve into the endlessly fascinating topic of raising capital in tough times. Jackson, a Los Angeles-based entrepreneur, advises startups and nonprofits on their product and business strategies.
A Success Story In The New Economy
SoCal Tech Calendar
FEBRUARY 17, 2010
Tuesday, February 23, 2010 -- Networks In Motion "A Success Story In The New Economy". Orange County Venture Group is pleased to announce our first breakfast program of 2010! Everyone's heard about "The Big Sale."
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AltaSea Signs Agreement to Work With Scripps, UCSD
L.A. Business Journal
AUGUST 3, 2020
AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, a nonprofit company focused on the ocean economy, announced Aug. 3 that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the UC San Diego to share resources to support the development of ocean-related projects at both institutions
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Fundraising in a Hostile Economy
SoCal Tech Calendar
FEBRUARY 18, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010 -- Fundraising in a Hostile Economy. Jason Feffer of SodaHead. See [link] (more).
100 GLAZEDcon Live! | The Dawn of the Wearable Economy
Tech Zulu Event
JUNE 2, 2014
The Dawn of the Wearable Economy appeared first on TechZulu. Anush Elangovan, CEO, Nod Labs. Greg Ferenstein, Writer, The Daily Beast. Hugo Fiennes, CEO, Electric Imp. … And More. The post GLAZEDcon Live! |
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110 Boosting the US Economy | Invest in Research & Development for Tax Credit
Tech Zulu Event
JULY 14, 2014
According to Chris Coons, R&D tax credit is a holistic mechanism that stretches into all the sectors and levels of the private economy. These talents and treasures should be retained within our borders by creating productive and motivating policies to attract these entrepreneurs into jumpstarting our economy.
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5 Reasons For Monetizing The Idle Resources Of Others
Startup Professionals Musings
NOVEMBER 13, 2021
This sharing economy is rapidly becoming the new business of sharing, with major winners already including Airbnb (rooms), Uber (rides), and Chegg (books). The sharing economy applies the same ruthless logic of how best fully utilize our clothes, bicycles, driveways, computers, pets, and free time.
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Planning for Growth in the Post-Recession Economy
SoCal Tech Calendar
OCTOBER 16, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009 -- Planning for Growth in the Post-Recession Economy: How to prioritize market opportunities for success in 2010. The much hoped-for turnaround in the economy will bring new opportunities. But if you don't prepare NOW your company could get left behind.
AMO Cuts Estimates, Blames Economy
socalTECH
OCTOBER 9, 2008
Santa Ana-based Advanced Medical Optics is seeing an impact on it sales due to the economy, the firm disclosed this morning, saying it would lower its 2008 revenue guidance and EPS. According to AMO, it is now forecasting $1.17 billion to $1.20 billion in sales, rather than its earlier estimates of $1.22 billion to $1.24 billion in sales.
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Growth Companies for a Troubled Economy
SoCal Tech Calendar
FEBRUARY 18, 2009
Tuesday, February 24, 2009 -- Growth Companies for a Troubled Economy: Five Businesses Positioned to Prosper in 2009. Should savvy small-company Investors hold on to their cash and wait? Is there only uncertainty in the future? Or is this the time to strike?Come
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Afterparty Combines Crypto With Creators
L.A. Business Journal
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
David Fields has spent his whole career at the intersection of technology and the creator economy, working with companies like Walt Disney Co. and Tornante Co.
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Workforce Management in a Distressed Economy
SoCal Tech Calendar
NOVEMBER 3, 2008
Friday, November 7, 2008 -- "Workforce Management in a Distressed Economy: Guidance for the Pro-Active Employer" Topics will include: Managing and minimizing exposure to liability from employment claims arising from reductions in force (RIF); Alternatives to RIFs and terminations that reduce labor costs. Email ktayman@nixonpeabody.com.
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What's Ahead for the Green Economy?
SoCal Tech Calendar
FEBRUARY 11, 2009
Tuesday, February 17, 2009 -- What's Ahead for the Green Economy?, an event put on by Access Executive Network is just around the corner. Access Executive Network is an organization focused on bringing executives together and giving back to the community.
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100 7 Keys To A New Business Model For Today’s Economy
Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 2, 2015
In her new book, “ We-Commerce: How to Create, Collaborate, and Succeed in the Sharing Economy ,” veteran marketing strategist Billee Howard calls this movement an economy centered on the power of “we” instead of “me.” It’s time to take a reading on where you are in this spectrum.
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8 Reasons To Forge Ahead Now With Your Next Startup
Startup Professionals Musings
JANUARY 5, 2022
According to most authoritative sources , the global economy has been severely impacted by the current pandemic. Yet if you wait for an economy bubble before starting your new business, you will be making a comparable mistake to the people who thought during the dot-com bubble "all I have to do is a startup, and I'll be rich."
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103 What President Trump Gets Wrong About Amazon’s Effect on the Economy
Xconomy
APRIL 25, 2018
Unfortunately, this is a very one-sided and uninformed view of how Amazon is changing our economy. For the past week or so, President Trump has been deriding Amazon as a destroyer of jobs and the main reason many retail companies are failing. I run a retail operation that sells almost exclusively on Amazon.
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