socalTECH

JUNE 1, 2015

We had launched in 2001 as a Wi-Fi service provider, putting software on customer's laptops, so that when they traveled from hotspot to hotspot, their laptop could automatically connect to the next hotspot. We're completely invisible to that carrier's customers. What's Boingo's business look like nowadays?

Startup 100

Startup Networking CitySearch Ticketmaster 100

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 12, 2013

He shared tons of information about how how they were using marketing to quantitatively make marketing decisions at HauteLook and acquire customers for prices that were far cheaper than similar companies. I instantly hit it off with Greg because we was a fountain of knowledge. On each subsequent meeting I’d learn a little bit more.

Venture Capital 360

Venture Capital GRP Partners Startup Invest 360

InfoChachkie

JANUARY 31, 2011

Messenger : Ian Siegel , Co-Founder |CEO ZipRecruiter , Former Executive Product and Technology roles at: MyLife, CitySearch, Stamps.com, Rent.com and Pictage. It also meant the site stayed dead simple to use which I believe is why our customers like us. If you haven’t already subscribed yet, subscribe now for.

MyLife 160

MyLife CitySearch Web Technical Review 160

InfoChachkie

JANUARY 31, 2011

Messenger : Ian Siegel , Co-Founder |CEO ZipRecruiter , Former Executive Product and Technology roles at: MyLife, CitySearch, Stamps.com, Rent.com and Pictage. It also meant the site stayed dead simple to use which I believe is why our customers like us. If you haven’t already subscribed yet, subscribe now for.

MyLife 157

MyLife CitySearch Web Technical Review 157

Tech Zulu Event

JULY 16, 2013

Their roster of success includes numerous pioneering tech companies, many of which continue to be industry leaders today — Overture, BillMeLater, CitySearch, and more. Previously known as GRP Partners, Upfront Ventures has focused on early stage investments since 1996. Make sure to check out Both Sides of the Table !

Startup 111

Startup Snapchat Social Media Venice 111

socalTECH

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Wondering how, as a small business, you can reach customers in the YouTube age? Well, Los Angeles based Near Networks (www.nearnetworks.com) is looking to both reach customers online, and avoid the tacky, lousy production of typical small business ads, with a new service. That way, we're able to maintain our quality and consistency.

Networking 150

Networking Search Engine Optimization Startup Product 150

Tech Zulu Event

DECEMBER 8, 2011

We both had different types and interests in men and thought it would be great if there was a Citysearch for women based upon types. It’s going to change based on customer feedback and just be patient, grow it and iterate upon it. When you could’ve spent that time on something else more worth your customers time.

Startup 75

Startup Technical Review Blogging Demand 75

SoCal Delicious

MARCH 1, 2010

The city has, however, quietly been home to some of the most successful online companies to date, including CitySearch (sold to Ticketmaster for $260 million in 1998), Overture (acquired by Yahoo for $2 billion in 2003), eHarmony and LowerMyBills (bought by Experian for $330 million in 2005). before which is second-time entrepreneurs.

Los Angeles 50

Los Angeles Company Companies Angel 50

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 11, 2011

He wanted to build direct customer relationships to get product feedback but only 2% of customers would ever return their registration cards. So when he saw the browser it instantly dawned on him that this would be the greatest customer development tool ever. So he founded … wait … CitySearch. Shopping.com.

Competition 350

Competition Idealab Product Ideas 350

SoCal Delicious

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Even though their business model was tweaked a little while ago to give customers additional leniency, the business is still expecting to break $100 million in revenue this year, up from $25 million in 2010. I worthy cause, with a tough customer, the DOD. Elon Musk – SpaceX, Tesla Motors, PayPal. I think he qualifies. MarkLanday.

Technical Review 75

Technical Review Entrepreneur Riot Games Southern California 75

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

If you hit a groove on funding and customer growth it does become a challenge to ramp quickly. Each of these companies exited for more than $500 million and several north of $1 billion. Hit some bumps in the road? Outside the Valley we have struggles, too. In LA you can attract a great team to build out your first 30-50 employees.

Venture Capital 313

Venture Capital Southern California Google Startup 313

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 16, 2012

These include building products, recruiting, managing your finances, marketing, selling, getting feedback from customers and … fund raising. If it were a sales campaign to a CMO you would naturally think about having customer references. Building a business is not about only building a product and seeing if customers like it.

Develop 366

Develop Development Funding Venture Capital 366

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 5, 2011

He listed all of the product releases that were up coming, the customers that were in the pipeline and where he saw his competition moving. A key deal not only helps you raise venture capital but it can help attract employees, garner press attention, help with product focus & importantly drive customer adoption and/or revenue.

Venture Capital 317

Venture Capital Technical Review Startup Press 317