socalTECH

JUNE 12, 2018

Torrance-based Phyn , a startup which is bringing a high tech, whole home water usage and monitoring system to market, is announcing today that it has named Mariel Devesa as Global Head of Business Development. Uponor is also a major investor in Phyn, which was originally spun out of Belkin. READ MORE>>.

Belkin 100

Belkin Torrance Truecar High Tech 100

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 7, 2014

I recently returned from a 5-day visit to Ireland, my first time back in 10 years and the start of what I hope will be a more regular travel schedule there. It was the best 5 days of networking I spent last year. Suddenly it was a hot ticket and many people started lobbying to get on the next year’s agenda.

Conference 392

Conference Startup Web Truecar 392

socalTECH

DECEMBER 23, 2016

This morning, we have Kevin Winston of Digital LA (www.digitalla.net), the organization which is LA's largest digital networking group and which is behind the Silicon Beach Fest, the first and largest tech, startup and entertainment conference in LA. You'll be able to see all the many 2016 reflections here as they are posted.

Marina Del Rey 100

Marina Del Rey Dollar Shave Club Beverly Hills Startup 100

socalTECH

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

ShoeDazzle.com , the online e-commerce startup headed by Brian Lee and whose co-founders include Kim Kardashian, scored top honors in the Best venture funding in digital media/e-commerce category. Other finalists were Clicker.com , Truecar , and Zumbox. Finalists were CODA Automotive , Fisker Automotive , and Amonix.

LAVA 166

LAVA Zumbox Technology ReachLocal 166

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 17, 2010

I was recently interviewed for an article that appeared in Fast Company titled, “ Why you should start a business in LA.&# If you’re interested in the topic it’s worth a read, but I thought I’d elaborate on the topic since it comes up all the time. Zorik Gordon is tearing it up at ReachLocal.

Company 290

Company Companies Technology Startup 290

socalTECH

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Despite the challenges that COVID has presented to the broader economy and startup ecosystem, we remain optimistic about (and in awe of) the resilience of our portfolio companies and their Founders. What are you most looking forward to in the technology/startup world in 2021?

Capital 124

Capital Technical Review Truecar Southern California 124

socalTECH

DECEMBER 23, 2019

What new technology area, startup, service, or app did you find most interesting or useful this year, and why? has been raised by VC funds and at least $35B has been invested in LA startups from outside the city (Amplify, The Los Angeles Tech and Venture Scene 2019). At the same time, more capital continues to be raised in LA.

Capital 100

Capital Technical Review Truecar Venture Capital 100

Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

SCOTT PAINTERCEO, TrueCar. Kick off what will no doubt be an unforgettable Techweek experience in Los Angeles by joining investors, sponsors and the city’s top startup founders at the Kickoff Party. Our LAUNCH competitors will be in attendance as you mingle and expand your network. JANE POYNTERCEO, World View Enterprises.

Santa Monica 92

Santa Monica Commerce Conference Truecar 92

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

I talked to one startup CEO who told me, “you have young engineers who want to make $200,000 or more to work for me. It’s hard to get people to take a risk at a startup or for a reasonable salary with all this competition. And many of the ones that do want to do startups are plotting their one YCombinator company.

Venture Capital 313

Venture Capital Southern California Google Startup 313

Tech Zulu Event

JULY 31, 2014

The two-day Summit encompassed 70 company presentations from successful founders, 30 featured speakers, 40 early stage award nominees, 50 renowned judges, a series of roundtable discussions, and networking and relationship-building opportunities. 2014 Wavemaker Award recipients are: Hang Ten Award: Advertising & Marketing Services.

Media 84

Media Technology Truecar Southern California 84

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 16, 2012

Start by trying to narrowing the list of total prospective VCs. He’s focused on that sector (not exclusively but predominantly) and therefore has an amazing network at large financial services firms to help you with business development. Tell a friend! And now, the details … 1. Identify the right target investors.

Develop 366

Develop Development Funding Venture Capital 366