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How I Got Funded

SoCal Tech Calendar

Presented by the Pasadena Angels in partnership with LAVA and Expert Dojo Launching a successful start-up requires more than grit, caffeine and an innovative idea. A successful start-up requires funding, mentoring, and smart connections.

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EXPERT DOJO Investor Festival Brings Together Startups, VCs

LATechDigest

EXPERT DOJO is launching its Q2 Investor Festival this Thursday and Friday, in which member startups gain a live audience with area Angels, Accelerators, and Venture Firms. Says Expert DOJO founder Brian MacMahon, “We are totally focused on getting startups funded or smarter about what funding is needed.

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Making The Most out of Sitting on Panels

Both Sides of the Table

Tip : It is always a good idea to save time on the panel for audience questions. Tip : It is always a good idea to email the other participants in advance with topics of discussion and alert the moderator if you’re worried about the direction it might take. It spices things up and makes for great entertainment.

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Where to Find Venture Funding in Southern California

From the Venture Trenches

Over the past several years there have been a plethora of incubators and accelerators springing up all over southern California and particularly on the west side of Los Angeles. LAVA (Los Angeles Venture Association). Here is a list of useful resources to help you in your search: News & Resources. SoCal Tech. Angel List.

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Inspiring College Entrepreneurship | With lessons from Y Combinator and Elon Musk

Tech Zulu Event

The most common question I get running a college talent startup is: “What is the entrepreneurship culture like in schools? Many believe the same culture will be essential to the success of growing Southern California’s own startup culture. You’ve seen a lot of products; what makes a startup stand out in the crowd?

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Schmooze Your Way to Success at Schmoozd 3

Tech Zulu Event

Venture Capitalists, Marketing VP's, Angel Investors, and Hot Tech Startup's are just a few examples of attendees all looking to make a connection and help better the community. The Los Angeles Venture Association (LAVA) will have a spot on the floor where you can pull up a chair and have a discussion. How about VC/Angel advice?