TechCrunch LA

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

The latest investment is being used to finance the acquisition of another company in the space — Appetize, a digital and mobile commerce payments platform for enterprises such as sports and entertainment venues, theme parks and zoos. 4 key areas SaaS startups must address to scale infrastructure for the enterprise.

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TechEmpower

OCTOBER 9, 2023

This nuanced approach can cater to the most specific of viewer moods and preferences, ensuring a seamless entertainment experience. cto , infotech , innovation , product , project , saas We love to talk to people who are considering adopting these approaches. Feel free to reach out to us to discuss it with us.

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Both Sides of the Table

JULY 27, 2014

We both agree that the later-stage valuations are being driven up to a point that feels irrationally priced [he uses b-round SaaS valuations as an example and I am willing to be even more broad based]. I wrote my version here and Scott wrote an excellent write-up of his views here. I don’t totally agree with that view.

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socalTECH

APRIL 15, 2019

Corona, California-based Clubspeed , which develops software used to manage go karting tracks, race tracks, trampoline parks, and family entertainment centers, has been acquired by private equity investor Nadavon Capital Partners , the two said over the weekend. Financial terms of the deal were not announced. READ MORE>>.

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socalTECH

AUGUST 25, 2020

Los Angeles-based Wrapbook , a startup developing payroll, compliance, and insurance software for the entertainment industry, said it has raised $3.6M in a seed funding round. The funding came from Equal Ventures, Uncork Capital, Steve Sarowitz (founder of Paylocity), and 4S Bay Partners.

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socalTECH

APRIL 24, 2019

Corona, California-based Clubspeed , a software developer which develops software used by entertainment and activity centers to manage their business, has raised $20M in a funding round, according to investor Bellwether Financial Group.

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socalTECH

AUGUST 14, 2017

Studio City-based FilmTrack , which develops software used for rights management in the media and entertainment industry, has raised $5.5M in a Series C funding round. The funding came from Insight Venture Partners. FilmTrack says it has now raised over $40M in total funding.

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socalTECH

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Los Angeles-based Exactuals ha raised $10M in a Series A funding, for a new software-as-a-service to handle residuals, royalties, and other complex payments for the film, TV, music, and entertainment market. Exactuals is led by Mike Hurst. READ MORE>>.

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socalTECH

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The new funding came from Entertainment Partners (EP), City National, and TTV Capital. Darren Seidel, Chief Finance Officer of Entertainment Partners, joins the company's board along with the new funding. in a Series B funding, bringing its total raised to $21.5M. READ MORE>>.

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socalTECH

DECEMBER 26, 2018

With over a decade in leadership roles at high-performing SaaS companies like Salesforce and Smartrecruiters, I think it would be a challenge to find anyone in SoCal with stronger operating chops for B2B software companies. It was entertaining to be at the (geographical) epicenter of that phenomenon. Scooters, scooters everywhere!

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Tech Zulu Event

DECEMBER 18, 2013

Topics of discussion will be Wearables Technology, Bitcoin, SaaS, Cloud, Mobile, Gaming, Social Markets, what surprises are coming for 2014, creating value with your company, hiring problem solvers, and building a sensible businesses. Mr. Csathy’s career spans Internet, music, motion pictures/video, live entertainment, and technology.

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socalTECH

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

Calabasas-based TicketManager , the developer of entertainment and sports ticket management software, said Thursday morning that it has raised $20M in a Series B funding round. The funding came from Kayne Partners and Point Judith Capital. The company said it will use the funding to expand into new markets and accelerate growth.

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Calabasas Entertainment Software Funding 100

Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Without further adieu, I present to you the winners of the 1st annual REACH NeXT conference: Entertainment: Storygami. Storygami is a SaaS tool that allows content creators and brands add overlays such as relevant context, social streams and call to action buttons to videos. Health & Wellness: Green Way Labs. Sold it in 2014.

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Tech Zulu Event

JULY 26, 2013

Squabbler, a video engagement platform for web and mobile publishers has launched new features and the next generation of its video engagement platform in a move that will power engagement for sports, entertainment and news publishers a like. Customized content.

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socalTECH

AUGUST 9, 2011

Spotlight's software is used by companies to manage their sports and entertainment tickets, suites, and hospitality assets. READ MORE>>.

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socalTECH

JUNE 12, 2012

Calabasas-based SpotlightTMS , the startup providing software to manage sports and entertainment tickets and seats owned by corporations, has signed on another event venue, the company said this week.

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socalTECH

JANUARY 17, 2012

The company, whose software is used to track ticket allocation by corporate luxury suite owners, said the addition of support for AppExchange will allow Salesforce CRM users to measure the impact of sports and entertainment assets on revenue.

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socalTECH

AUGUST 25, 2011

Spotlight , the venture backed provider of software-as-a-service for managing sports and entertainment tickets, said this week that it has moved from Woodland Hills to Calabasas, in expectation of growth in its staffing. The firm--which recently raised $2.5M

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TechCrunch LA

AUGUST 15, 2018

Long known for its advertising, marketing, and entertainment technology companies, large business-to-business software vendors are cropping up across the Los Angeles region. Now, AuditBoard joins a growing list of Los Angeles business-focused software companies that are beginning to scale dramatically in the city.

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Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

In a short, densley packed timeline, our panel of industry experts discussed the fine line topics of wearables technology, bitcoin, SaaS, cloud, mobile gaming, and social markets. Until then, we’ll be focused on gimmicky applications and entertainment. This year’s TZ #startupforecast (Jan 28, 2014) was no exception.

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socalTECH

OCTOBER 11, 2016

There are many people in LA who have a skill set in real estate or entertainment, but not many with my skills, so I started to plug into these healthcare deals right away, as a way to position myself as an early stage investor, in a space which isn't easily commoditized. The good thing, is there are lots of products that could go on HSN.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 21, 2011

My background was 8 years of telecoms & mobile and 8 years of cloud computing & SaaS – so these two themes were a given. My macro theme was “great entrepreneurs&# who mapped to my belief system about the kind of entrepreneurs I wanted to work with.

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Tech Zulu Event

JANUARY 27, 2016

Prior to joining CrossCut, Joe spent several years with Intuit where he held a variety of operating roles focused on accelerating the growth of Intuit’s global SaaS offerings through strategic partnerships, investments and acquisitions. Joe Guzel leads investing activity at CrossCut Ventures. Joe received his B.S.

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Tech Zulu Event

JULY 10, 2015

Decisive is a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform that uses real time data to enable advertisers to optimize mobile ad creative and targeting based on user engagement. Pundit lets creators host audio Ask Me Anything (AMAs) with their Twitter network, transforming the talk radio experience for the social media age. Advertiser Optimization.

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Tech Zulu Event

APRIL 10, 2013

Through Jason’s tweets I discovered the actionable, entertaining and authentic podcast ProductPeople.tv, “for people who love building products”. It’s this awesome SAAS that allows me to include links and email forms inside YouTube videos. Recently I started using LeadPlayer to power the videos on my website.

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socalTECH

JULY 15, 2015

We're now taking the same solutions around the globe, and finding companies in the sports, entertainment, manufacturing, large automotive companies, and the Fortune 500 acquiring and using Chrome River. It's more of the entertainment and media side of town, however, it's a very vibrant place.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 19, 2010

Interesting that Booyah is led by a former game producer, Keith Lee, who formerly launched very large products for Blizzard Entertainment. Lookout – SaaS provider of security and data back-up services for smart phones. It seems to be geared on a “Monopoly” style game. I would also note that they claim 2.1 Total Raised: $9.64mm.

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Tech.Co

MARCH 1, 2018

Spinbackup is a Google Cloud Partner and provide Cloud-to-Cloud backup and cyber security solutions for SaaS data. WythMe is changing the way people find businesses with discounts and within their budget for entertainment. The company offers backup and disaster recovery of Google files. Stefanka (Montreal, Quebec).

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Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

SaaS for Cloud application lifecycle management. A SaaS Platform to help online stores in Brazil create their own loyalty program. Google for nature. AngelList: [link]. Founders: Giles Ochs, Cameron Strachan. From: San Francisco, CA. Fun Fact: Giles and Cam have been roommates since freshman dorms (8 years!). AngelList: [link].

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Technology Council

SEPTEMBER 4, 2008

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Tech Zulu Event

AUGUST 13, 2010

Entrepreneurism / Monetization Cloud Computing, Entrepreneurism, SaaS. . Genre communities particularly the horror-themed ones are increasing seen by the entertainment indus. Kim Coalson, Mindflash. Cloud computing, rising standards in user experience (UX), and cost-conscious businesses are driving. KW Low, Dread Central Media.

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