SoCal Tech Calendar

JULY 30, 2020

Monday, August 3, 2020 -- Fixing the Top Fundraising Mistakes Startup Entrepreneurs Make. Join JJ Richa in a fireside chat with Scott Fox, CEO of the OC Startup Council, for a discussion of the top mistakes that early stage entrepreneurs make when pitching their startups for funding. See [link] (more)

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Entrepreneur Slides Startup Venture Capital 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

MAY 30, 2019

10 selected startups will pitch to attendees, guest judges (investors and seasoned entrepreneurs) in a showcase/demo table style presentation. On June 5th, we're showcasing a select group of Greater-Los Angeles's finest startups in an event you won't want to miss. See [link] (more)

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Competition SoCal Southern California Los Angeles 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

MARCH 16, 2017

Wednesday, March 22, 2017 -- Join us at the Pepperdine West Los Angeles Graduate Campus and learn invaluable information about what it means to be an entrepreneur. Are you looking to expand your knowledge of new product innovation and commercialization? Breakfast provided. If the answer is yes then this session is definitely for you!

Product 100

Product Pepperdine West Los Angeles Los Angeles 100

socalTECH

DECEMBER 27, 2018

Editor's note: All this week, and into the start of next year, we'll be featuring reflections on 2018 from notable investors, entrepreneurs, and others from Southern California's technology community. Over the last four years, I watched numerous entrepreneurs raise equity. You'll be able to browse all of those contributions here.

Southern California 133

Southern California SoCal Culver City Venture Capital 133

SoCal Tech Calendar

FEBRUARY 19, 2017

Saturday, February 25, 2017 -- Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum - Entertainment. Many of the studios have sizable in-house technology development operations, but all acquire technology or technology products from outside their corporate borders.

CalTech 100

CalTech Entertainment Entrepreneur Southern California 100

socalTECH

MARCH 19, 2010

DEMO has traditionally been a major launch event for startups and new technology products. Tags: demo conference investedin phonehalo xpenser tastr startup entrepreneur.

Southern California 203

Southern California Thousand Oaks SoCal Santa Barbara 203

socalTECH

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

We've made some investments here and there, and are now building a team, and making a lot of investments in SoCal tech companies. I want to invest in entrepreneurs that have the capacity to be number one at whatever they are doing, and do it within our skill base, which is direct-to-consumer. I love entrepreneurs.

Venture Capital 100

Venture Capital Entrepreneur Technical Review Software Review 100

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OCTOBER 19, 2017

Wednesday, October 25, 2017 -- Eric Ries: Entrepreneur and bestselling author of The Lean Startup discussing his upcoming book, The Startup Way: How Modern Companies Use Entrepreneurial Management to Transform Culture and Drive Long-Term Growth. Live Talks.

Entrepreneur 100

Entrepreneur Startup Venture Capital Capital 100

socalTECH

JANUARY 2, 2020

Every year, at the end of the year, we share some reflections on the past year from our readers, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, sponsors, and others in the local technology community. One of our SaaS companies made great strides with a new product. What is the biggest lesson you learned this year? READ MORE>>.

Capital 100

Capital SoCal Southern California SaaS 100

socalTECH

OCTOBER 10, 2013

We''ve now reached critical mass in content, and in Asia we''re number three in the amount of information on products and suppliers online. We went from no suppliers to now over 160,000 suppliers, over two million products online. Once you know the space, China really helps entrepreneurs. How long has company been around?

Southern California 170

Southern California Startup SoCal CTO Hire 170

Tech Zulu Event

JUNE 16, 2014

We recently sat down with Luc Berlin, co-founder of Miigle, a SoCal startup that has an aggressive global mission to bring entrepreneurs together from around the world. You can be an entrepreneur and at the same time you can be a mentor or an investor to someone else’s project. Back then, it was just him following his dream.

SoCal 104

SoCal Southern California Startup Platform 104

socalTECH

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

There are lots of guys who can''t raise money, but I think that''s because typical A round investors, which is what we are, are seeing companies with a post money valuation of over $10M, but are still pre-product and going for their A round. That kind of investment is challenging for us. I do think the community has made huge strides.

Southern California 124

Southern California SoCal Commerce Invest 124

SoCal CTO

OCTOBER 15, 2009

Steve Gilison worked as a market researcher and product manager at a startup where my company, TechEmpower , did the software / web development. I have about 11 years in the technology sector including roles doing market research, sales and product development. My focus has been marketing strategy and product development.

Los Angeles 179

Los Angeles Product Angel Startup 179

SoCal Tech Calendar

JUNE 5, 2011

Saturday, June 11, 2011 -- Crowdsourcing for the Entrepreneur: Unlocking the Power of Online Communities. Crowdsourcing, as a method of leveraging the massive pool of online users as resources, has become a viable set of techniques, tools, and marketplaces for organizations and entrepreneurs to drive innovation and generate value.

Entrepreneur 113

Entrepreneur Enterprise Forum Netflix CalTech 113

SoCal Tech Calendar

OCTOBER 31, 2011

Thursday, November 3, 2011 -- Young Digital Entrepreneurs. Panel includes Alan Chan, founder of Bre.ad; Brandon Mills, founder and CEO of BlockBeacon and co-founder, former VP of Product at SocialVibe; Shana Zheng, co-founder of Triptrotting; Ryan Harper, COO and co-founder of newquill, Inc., USC Annenberg Innovation Lab.

Entrepreneur 100

Entrepreneur USC Social Media Media 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

DECEMBER 5, 2009

Friday, December 11, 2009 -- 22nd Annual Most Innovative New Product MIP Awards. Join CONNECT to honor San Diego's leading innovators and entrepreneurs at the 22nd annual MIP Awards luncheon. Don't miss San Diego's most prestigious event honoring local high-tech and life science innovation. See [link] (more).

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Product San Diego High Tech Entrepreneur 100

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MAY 27, 2010

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 -- Best Practices in Sustainable Product Development. Are you: Developing new products? An inventor or entrepreneur? Wondering how to make your products more sustainable and profitable? Concerned about negative market perceptions your product may have? PDMA Los Angeles Chapter.

Product 100

Product Develop Development Design 100

socalTECH

DECEMBER 28, 2017

The attractive by-product is that I am reading more and working out more. I continue to be surprised by some clever SoCal entrepreneurs who are creating out-of-the box companies that are opportunistic and reflect our markets ingenuity. Overall I am optimistic for 2018.

Capital 124

Capital Southern California SaaS SoCal 124

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 3, 2009

In SoCal we are also leaders in affiliate marketing (Commission Junction), Internet video (Hulu) and bringing local businesses online (ReachLocal). There are now a second generation of entrepreneurs and companies that have learned from their last successes and are producing great new companies like TopSpin Media , Sometrics and GumGum.

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Twiistup SoCal Southern California Yammer 228

SoCal Tech Calendar

JUNE 11, 2009

Wednesday, June 17, 2009 -- Golden Opportunities: New Product Ideas. How do you find new product ideas that are likely to succeed? Such ecosystems create business opportunities for entrepreneurs to innovate and be part of the value chain. Techbizconnection.

Ideas 100

Ideas TechBiz Product Entrepreneur 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

MARCH 1, 2009

The workshop will include case studies on how these subjects are utilized to protect actual products or services. They will join those representing the investment community and entrepreneurs on a panel discussion about 'Common mistakes entrepreneurs make regarding intellectual property'.

Case Study 100

Case Study SoCal Southern California IP 100

socalTECH

JANUARY 22, 2019

This morning's interview is with Kevin O'Connor , a longtime investor and serial entrepreneur, who is now running venture capital investment firm ScOp Venture Capital. We're looking for companies that have already brought a product to market, with $500,000 to a million dollars in revenues in ARR. It's so obvious and so simple.

Venture Capital 145

Venture Capital Startup Invest Capital 145

Tech Zulu Event

MARCH 26, 2015

Entrepreneurs looking for brand or partner connections. Press looking to rub elbows with the latest and greatest tech companies from the SoCal area. Brands who want to get their product in front of top tech journalists, VCs, and industry experts. Dinners : this is a curated crowd of who’s who in the SoCal tech.

SoCal 40

SoCal Southern California Technical Support Los Angeles 40

SoCal Tech Calendar

JUNE 5, 2011

Saturday, June 11, 2011 -- Crowdsourcing for the Entrepreneur: Unlocking the Power of Online Communities. Crowdsourcing, as a method of leveraging the massive pool of online users as resources, has become a viable set of techniques, tools, and marketplaces for organizations and entrepreneurs to drive innovation and generate value.

Entrepreneur 100

Entrepreneur Enterprise Forum Netflix CalTech 100

SoCal Delicious

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Ten Tech Entrepreneurs Who Are Putting LA on the Map. Tech startup accelerators dot the landscape, feeding investments into the waiting arms of the nation’s most intelligent and driven entrepreneurs. Miller was even honored as an Ernst & Young “Entrepreneur of the Year” for 2011. Follow PandoDaily: Search.

Technical Review 75

Technical Review Entrepreneur Riot Games Southern California 75

socalTECH

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

Helping entrepreneurs succeed. An on-line community for entrepreneurs. SoCal IP Law Group LLP - IP Counselors For Technology Companies. Robert Ramey Software Development (www.rrsd.com/socal ) - We provide services for the design and development of products requiring expertise in software, electronics, and mechanical engineering.

Southern California 113

Southern California Tech Coast Angels IP Orange County 113

SoCal Tech Calendar

MAY 2, 2019

The New Venture Fair (NVF) is a valuable part of Cal Lutheran's entrepreneur education experience, in which student teams share their innovative startup projects in a competitive environment. The NVF is a dynamic and exciting evening where the community gets its first look at Cal Lutheran's exceptional student entrepreneurs.

Education 100

Education Ideas Competition Entrepreneur 100

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JANUARY 24, 2020

Pitch to and Network with Investors: Angels, VCs, High Net Worths, Strategic Partners and 100 entrepreneurs seeking capital and counsel. View products, videos, online demos. Thursday, January 30, 2020 -- Growth Capital Conference. DEAL DISPLAYtm showcases growing firms needing capital. Hot Networking Breakfast at 7:00am sharp!

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Conference Capital .Net Networking 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Pitch to and Network with invvestors: Angels, VCs High Net Worths,Strategic Partners and 100 entrepreneurs needing capital. DEAL DISPLAYtm showcases growing firms needing capital and counsel.View products, videos, online demos.Hot Networking Breakfast at 7:00 AM sharp! Thursday, October 24, 2019 -- Growth Capital Conference.

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Conference Capital .Net Networking 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

JULY 19, 2019

Thursday, July 25, 2019 -- Pitch to and Network with Investors: Angels, VCs, High Net Worths, Strategic Partners and 100 entrepreneurs seeking capital and counsel. View products, videos, online demos. DEAL DISPLAYtm showcases growing firms needing capital and counsel. Hot Networking Breakfast at 7:00am sharp! See [link] (more)

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Capital Conference .Net Networking 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

startups and entrepreneurs pitch on stage for product, business model, and investing feedback, and one winner will take home a valuable prize package. Tuesday, February 19, 2019 -- Seed Stage Startup Pitch Competition. Startup Coil. See [link] (more)

Competition 100

Competition Startup Entrepreneur Invest 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

JANUARY 25, 2019

Pitch to and Network with Investors: Angels,VCs, High Net Worths, Strategic Partners and 100 entrepreneurs seeking capital and counsel. View products, videos, online demos. Thursday, January 31, 2019 -- Growth Capital Conference. DEAL DISPLAYtm showcases growing firms needing capital. See [link].

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Conference Capital .Net Networking 100

socalTECH

AUGUST 7, 2009

Helping entrepreneurs succeed. An on-line community for entrepreneurs. Cox Communications - Orange County - Looking for Product Marketing Manager. We are seeking a Product Marketing Manager, who plans, develops, and implements marketing programs designed to increase product penetration of commercial customers.

SoCalTech 100

SoCalTech Orange County Southern California IP 100

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 11, 2014

” Sean is somebody widely respected in Silicon Valley (although he now lives in SoCal) for having helped many early-stage companies go through major growth periods by quantitatively testing features with audiences to help diagnose what led to growth. If you can’t do this, nothing else really matters.

Technical Review 384

Technical Review SEM SEO Marketing 384

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 17, 2010

We have many seasoned entrepreneurs who have built successful companies here and made a lot of money for investors and themselves. I like to repeat the mantra, “necessity is the mother of all invention,&# meaning that because investors have this expectation you find entrepreneurs that focus on nearer term monetization.

Company 290

Company Companies Technology Startup 290

socalTECH

OCTOBER 30, 2009

Helping entrepreneurs succeed. An on-line community for entrepreneurs. companies, universities, and organizations will be sharing their latest technologies, products, and services in this unique Southern California event. SoCal IP Law Group LLP - IP Counselors For Technology Companies. Thanks in particular to: Sponsors.

Southern California 140

Southern California IP Orange County Glendale 140

SoCal Tech Calendar

APRIL 13, 2018

The SCORE/Paychex seminar, HR101: Hiring, Onboarding, and Paying Employees, helps entrepreneurs select and develop productive and engaged employees. Thursday, April 19, 2018 -- HR101: Hiring, Onboarding, and Paying Employees. See [link] (more)

Entrepreneur 100

Entrepreneur Help Product Develop 100