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March Capital Partners Backs Dojo Madness

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Los Angeles-based March Capital Partners is the lead investor in Berlin-based Dojo Madness , a developer of e-sports content and coaching tools, as part of a $4.5M The company's founders include Jens Hilgers, founder and chairman of Turtle Entertainment/ESL. funding round, Dojo Madness revealed today. READ MORE>>.

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Fandango Launches Original Video Effort

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In a move into creating its own video content, Los Angeles-based Fandango , the movie ticketing and movie information site, said this morning that it plans its first ever, original video development slate. Karger was previously at Entertainment Weekly. READ MORE>>.

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9 Distinct Leadership Styles You Find In New Ventures

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For new entrepreneurs, leadership development efforts may be more valuable for achieving startup success than business skills development. They are excellent mentors and coaches, but have a strong need to be admired and respected in return. Entertainer. Perfectionist.

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9 Different Approaches For Motivating A Startup Team

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For new entrepreneurs, leadership development efforts may be more valuable for achieving startup success than business skills development. They are excellent mentors and coaches, but have a strong need to be admired and respected in return. Entertainer. Perfectionist.

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Meet the 2017 Startups from the Disney Accelerator

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And over the past three years, Imperson has developed conversational chatbots powered by their artificial intelligence for several Disney projects, including most recently for Walt Disney World’s Pandora – The World of Avatar , according to a press release. . Epic Games.

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Reflections on 2018: Anna Barber, Techstars LA

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I don't have any predictions, but in terms of goals I'm looking to invest in future of work, media & entertainment, e-commerce and supply chain and social impact companies. A certified executive coach, Anna works with her portfolio companies to build great teams, develop a sound strategy and create a strong network.

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Mark Suster, Nely Galan to Keynote Silicon Beach Fest

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Silicon Beach Fest is gearing up to showcase the most promising startups and visionaries from across LA’s growing startup entertainment ecosystem. Mark Suster of GRP Partners and Launchpad was confirmed to keynote along with Nely Galan of Galan Entertainment, the first Latina president of Telemundo.