socalTECH

JANUARY 28, 2010

Richard Rosenblatt , the CEO of Los Angeles-based Demand Media said today at the Twiistup conference in Los Angeles, that he sees an IPO as a possible opportunity for the firm. Tags: demand media exit content. Rosenblatt further explained that the options are to sell the company--which he doesn't want to do--or to go public.

Demand 168

Demand Media Web 2.0 Twiistup 168

socalTECH

MAY 12, 2009

Twiistup , the popular Los Angeles technology showcase and networking event started by Mike Macadaan, is announcing today that the event has been sold to a undisclosed, private investor. According to Twiistup, it will expand beyond its showoff events to include a full conference agenda, and also be expanding to similar events in other cities.

Twiistup 100

Twiistup Tsavo Conference Networking 100

SoCal CTO

OCTOBER 6, 2009

This is why I say that Local Event Organizers Need to Adopt Social Media. In his post, he mentions the following events / event organizers, and you should visit his post for a bit more on each of them. You can use keywords like: Events in Los Angeles or Southern California Events or even Santa Monica Events.

Southern California 243

Southern California Los Angeles Technology Council Stirrers and Shakers 243

SoCal Tech Calendar

JULY 23, 2009

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 -- New Media Vault Twiistup Kickoff Party! This month we're getting prepped for two days of Twiistup excitement.

Twiistup 100

Twiistup Media Conference Entertainment 100

socalTECH

APRIL 15, 2010

Los Angeles-based Demand Media , the online content publishing firm run by Richard Rosenblatt, has reportedly selected Goldman Sachs to run its IPO effort, according to a report this evening from the Financial Times. The report says that Demand Media has hired Goldman Sachs to explore an initial public offering for the firm.

Demand 157

Demand Report Twiistup Media 157

Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 14, 2011

At Twiistup 8 last week ten startups gave their pitches to a panel including a VC, Angel Investor, Advisor and industry expert. No startup recieved harsher criticism than Badgeville. Visit TechZulu for full story.

Twiistup 87

Twiistup Venture Capital Startup Angel 87

SoCal CTO

JUNE 10, 2008

They really need to take a look at how Twiistup , Mixergy and others are doing to both promote and help make their events better for attendees. So, I've got no idea who's going. This also happens for Technology Council of Southern California , AITP-LA , TechBizConnection and others.

Organization 150

Organization Social Media AITP Mixergy 150

socalTECH

JUNE 16, 2009

Santa Monica-based Tsavo , the online media company which owns Manolith, Twirlit, Kidglue, and Nibbledish, has lost its Vice President of Product and Design, Mike Macadaan. Macadaan is well known in the Los Angeles technology community for creating and running Twiistup, the popular Los Angeles technology networking and startup showcase event.

Tsavo 100

Tsavo Twiistup Santa Monica Content 100

SoCal CTO

MARCH 18, 2010

Vince: I’m an author, speaker and management consultant with a special expertise in online media sales. I also serve as CEO of a small media companies that profile “Tomorrow’s Most Exciting People Today”. Vince: Always On Paid Content TwiistUp DealMaker Events Digiday Events And many private events. What’s the short version?

Startup 225

Startup Los Angeles Twiistup Social Network 225

SoCal CTO

JANUARY 20, 2009

This is based on occurrences during this time period as compared to other time periods.

Los Angeles 150

Los Angeles Angel Mixergy Tech Coast Angels 150

Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 14, 2011

John Delacruz and his startup Foodme.com presented a Twiistup 8 and was almost as impressive as the mini cupcakes at their booth. The startup fills a need in the market by connecting restaurants to patrons in real time. Visit TechZulu for full story.

Twiistup 91

Twiistup Startup Marketing Social Media 91

Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

At Twiistup 8 Bart Becks (prior CEO os Belgacom Skynet) took the stage to present SonicAngel, a startup that is challenging the current music industry business model. Visit TechZulu for full story.

Twiistup 80

Twiistup Startup Entertainment Media 80

Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

Today Twiistup has announced it official date of January 28th 2010 and an awesome lineup of its first confirmed speakers. Managing Director of FirstMark Capital, a $2 billion VC fund focusing on investments in the emerging media & advertising and data & analytics sectors. Twist And Shout for Twiistup 5. gigaom.com. .

Twiistup 40

Twiistup Riot Games Statistics Yahoo 40

Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

During Twiistup 8 a panel moderated by Jason Nazar (DocStoc) and joined by panelist David Travers (Rustic Canyon), Brian Norgard (Namesake), Fouad ElNaggar (Redpoint) and Demian Sellfors (Media Temple), spoke about if the next big tech company could be built in Los Angeles? Visit TechZulu for full story.

Rustic Canyon 63

Rustic Canyon Twiistup Redpoint Companies 63

Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

TechZulu was the official media sponsor for this year as we have been for the past few years now. Twiistup has been a great place for startups to get their name out there and we love giving them that extra boost from just offline to online. So without further delay TechZulu presents to you the winner of Twiistup 7. Geodelic! :

Twiistup 40

Twiistup Startup Metrics Content 40

Tech Zulu Event

JULY 1, 2013

People like Mike Macadaan , who came down from San Francisco to throw professionally-produced Twiistup events showcasing our budding startups and Francisco Dao who turned them into full-blown conferences. In LA’s case, numerous individuals and businesses laid the foundation that has helped our community grow and thrive.

Twiistup 98

Twiistup Clearstone Conference Training 98

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 3, 2010

Many of us in the technology, media and VC world sit on panels at lot. photo from left to right: me, QD3, Brian Solis, Chamillionaire, Ian Rogers and Brian Zisk – most of whom I got to know through Twiistup panels). Things to know: mix of entrepreneurs, big tech company execs, service providers, media people, VCs, etc.

Startup 284

Startup Conference Venture Capital Tips 284

Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

We've partnered with New Media Vault (who subsequently will be celebrating their two year anniversary) to bring you a night of red carpet chic, rooftop cabanas, and a DJ who's flying in from New York. We all work hard, now it's time to play hard. Visit TechZulu for full story.

Hollywood 95

Hollywood Media Twiistup News 95

Tech Zulu Event

JANUARY 27, 2010

Today at 3pm PST is the final time for you to grab your Twiistup tickets at the $397 rate. They have also released their final agenda shown below: Twiistup 007 Agenda. 9:10- 9:40: Richard Rosenblatt CEO of Demand Media with Om Malik – The Evolution and ROI of Content. 7:30 – Midnight: Twiistup 007 – Casino Royale Party.

Twiistup 40

Twiistup Startup UCLA Metrics 40

SoCal CTO

OCTOBER 12, 2009

Mark mentioned Twiistup and VentureNet , but generally the room felt that it was hit and miss with all events. Social Media / Online Networking – Better Use of Time I present a fair amount on the topic of how to use social media. And when you think about the return on your time, it becomes even more discouraging.

Networking 150

Networking Blogging Social Media VentureNet 150

socalTECH

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

At the Twiistup panel last week, there was a debate over whether big companies could be created here, which is ridiculous--Demand Media is the latest example there, we've got Cornerstone OnDemand coming out soon, and there is no question there are market leading, large revenue companies coming out of Southern California.

Redpoint 154

Redpoint Southern California Cornerstone OnDemand Invest 154

Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

Matt Cooper (CEO of Neoganda) took the stage at Twiistup 8 in the most unforgettable presentation of the day. The presentation brought down the house and ended in a standing ovation because of Coop’s hilarity and entertaining way of presenting Addroid his new startup. Visit TechZulu for full story.

Twiistup 74

Twiistup Entertainment Startup Advertising 74

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 17, 2010

And we’re left with a city with idyllic weather, major commerce, the media center of the world, and a great emerging technology scene. Los Angeles. People either love it our hate it. All the stereotypes and caricatures are overblown. We have an abundance of ethnicities, culinary options, music and culture.

Companies 290

Companies Company Technology Startup 290

Tech Zulu Event

JANUARY 12, 2010

Twiistup is just 2 weeks away and there have been a whole slew of announcements within these past few days. And now what you have all been waiting for.the TechZulu Twiistup discount. Twiistup 007 Speaker List: Peter Guber. Through Demand Media, Richard is redefining the next generation of new media companies. .

Twiistup 40

Twiistup Riot Games UCLA Media 40

Jason Nazar

MARCH 22, 2011

I recently hosted a panel at the Twiistup Conference about LA tech companies. Plus there are amazing LA tech events put on by DealMaker Media , DigitalLA , Twiistup , and many more. I may be biased, but it really feels like downtown Santa Monica is becoming the tech hub of LA.

Companies 111

Companies Company Startup Twiistup 111

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 20, 2008

Jerome Change: A couple of the typical clients here are Tsavo Media, the new company from Michael Jones and Twiistup founder Mike Macadaan. And, you can change it throughout your term. It seems like there are quite a number of high tech clients using your space? Mike's latest claim to fame was selling Userplane to AOL.

Startup 100

Startup Web 2.0 Tsavo Userplane 100

Tech Zulu Event

AUGUST 31, 2011

Some attendees came in a bit later on Sunday as they coded and designed throughout the previous night however everyone was “in the Loft” by mid-morning, along with other guests such as Paige Craig and Francisco Dao ( 50 Kings , Twiistup, and Writer at Fast Company).

Los Angeles 73

Los Angeles Startup Angel Tech Coast Angels 73

Tech Zulu Event

JANUARY 4, 2010

Effect of Social Media on the Film Industry at SMCLA. Twiistup Shows Off Its New Legs And The Judges Say. Social Media Club LA - Brand Building Via Social Media. Will Seesmic for Android be the Tweetie of the Android Market? . Event Coverage: Mistakes People Make Before Starting a New Business. Who Are You? I'm Batman.

Technical Review 40

Technical Review Social Media Twiistup Web 40

Tech Zulu Event

MARCH 20, 2011

This weeks TZ Startup Hot Seat features the team at Daqri. Brian Mullins and team agreed to answer our questions and tell us why Daqri will change the Augmented Reality space. Visit TechZulu for full story.

Startup 92

Startup Twiistup Media 92