Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 8, 2014

The basic components are obvious: talented founders, great engineers, angel money, venture capital, access to larger corporates (for business, funding & talent), great education / research (for IP breakthroughs) and a sufficient ecosystem of mentors, advisors, executive coaches and mavens.

Startup 390

Startup Venture Capital Capital Funding 390

Tech Zulu Event

JULY 16, 2013

Their roster of success includes numerous pioneering tech companies, many of which continue to be industry leaders today — Overture, BillMeLater, CitySearch, and more. Fun Fact: One of the most prominent figures from their firm, Mark Suster t, runs a blog startups follow religiously. Social Enterprise: Hub LA.

Startup 111

Startup Snapchat Venice Social Media 111

Tech Zulu Event

DECEMBER 8, 2011

We both had different types and interests in men and thought it would be great if there was a Citysearch for women based upon types. Took some time to crunch the numbers and evaluate our findings before re-circling back in 2009 and beginning what started as a blog. A blog with our reviews of the scene, locations, etc.

Startup 75

Startup Technical Review Blogging Demand 75

Tech Zulu Event

DECEMBER 16, 2011

Val and I started this single’s website/blog just for fun and on the side. It was Citysearch for women to find guys. For a female entering this world you have to get mentors, ask people to coffee. After college I came back to Los Angeles to work in the advertising industry. Entertainment. While at E!, What’s next?

Santa Monica 74

Santa Monica Startup Beverly Hills Orange County 74

SoCal Delicious

AUGUST 23, 2010

Citysearch is an online guide that offers information and recommendations regarding local businesses including restaurants, shops, bars, hotels, and others. Mark founded Launchpad LA, a program designed to help mentor LA’s most promising first-time startup CEO’s. He blogs here and tweets here. LowerMyBills, Inc.

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Guide Startup Mahalo GRP Partners 42