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Startup CTO or Developer

TechEmpower

What does it mean to be a CTO for a startup? Should a startup CTO spend their time programming? Exploring new technologies? The role of a CTO varies as the company matures. But be careful, and mind the gap – the Founder-Developer Gap, that is! It’s understandable - a hands-on developer can produce a product.

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Want to Know the Difference Between a CTO and a VP Engineering?

Both Sides of the Table

Because more technology people probably read startup blogs I’m guessing this post will come under more scrutiny. The terms “CTO&# and “VP Engineering&# have such stigmas associated with what they are that I’m sure some people will feel uncomfortable with the definitions I’ve put forward.

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Social Networking and Business Value

SoCal CTO

Formerly, he was Managing Director of both Product Management and of Business Development at Los Angeles Times Interactive. Formerly, he was Managing Director of both Product Management and of Business Development at Los Angeles Times Interactive. Majid Abai, CEO of Pringo Majid Abai is the Chief Executive of Pringo, Inc.

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Open Source Business Model

SoCal CTO

There are quite a few other Software Development Companies in Southern California working on open source and/or freemium business models. Common revenue streams are consulting, training, support, customization, upgraded versions for corporate applications, etc. He has twenty years’ experience as a CTO.

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Early Stage Marketing and Branding – Farida Fotouhi

SoCal CTO

And I'm looking forward to more interaction now that she's blogging. We streamline strategy development using a Reality-Based approach, then execute cross-media programs including websites, brochures, ads, booths. We do a lot of B2B and also have an "Early Stage Branding" practice for technology startups.

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Building Your MVP as a Non-Technical Founder

SoCal CTO

Purpose of an MVP and Defining the Right MVP I've really not talked as much about this in my blog even though its hugely important. Leverage Existing Platforms or Third Party Products - you want to test your social network, grab Drupal and whip something together, or even just use a hosted service. Plan for past the initial MVP.

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63 Los Angeles Entrepreneurs To Be Proud Of

SoCal Delicious

Charlie Capen is co-founder of HowToBeADad.com , an entertainment site and dad blog for “parents, soon-to-be parents and people who have no desire to procreate, whatsoever.” He previously led business development for Affiliate Fuel, leading to its acquisition by Experian in 2005. a perks platform for small and medium sized businesses.