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Intro to the LA Startup Scene

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The first “Intro to the LA Startup Community” back in October 2012 was taught by Sam Teller , Managing Director of Launchpad , a four-month accelerator program started by venture capitalist Mark Suster. Michael Carney , a tech reporter for Pandodaily , taught how to craft a compelling press release.

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How to Talk to a Journalist When You Only Have 30 Seconds

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In order to prepare for TechCrunch Disrupt 2012 I reviewed company bios via the official site and read taglines that said “cool” rather than what the company does. It was a surprise knowing these start ups have spent $1000s for the chance to be noticed by the right influencer, whether it be a venture capitalist, early adopter or the press.

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Silicon Beach Fest Celebrates Tech Startups and Hollywood in LA | Pics, Highlights and What’s Next!

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The first-ever Silicon Beach Fest attracted more than 2,000 attendees from LA, San Francisco, San Diego, Santa Barbara, New York, Toronto, and London to celebrate LA startups and entertainment with panels, parties, pitch fests, hackathon, and beach games: volleyball, basketball and surfing lessons in Santa Monica and Venice on June 21-23, 2012.