CONNECT eNEWSLETTER - October 22, 2009
Funding NEWS
Ilana Brand, Director, Innovation and Capital Programs
Funding for life science and medical device companies – CONNECT Life Science Venture Roundtable
CONNECT is now accepting applications for qualified applicants seeking funding for the 2010 Life Science Venture Roundtable, sponsored by Morrison & Foerster LLP and Ernst & Young. Selected companies in the areas of instrumentation, diagnostics, bio-markers, microbiology, molecular biology, therapeutics, pharmaceuticals, and other life science specialties will have the opportunity to present to an exclusive audience of investors, including venture capitalists, angels and VIP high net worth individuals. Finalists also receive presentation coaching, business advice and gain valuable connections from seasoned business executives. For details Read More >> To apply Click Here >>
Funding for action and sports companies – CONNECT S.I. Capital Forum Read More >>
CONNECT COO moderates IP panel at National SBIR/STTR conference Read More >>
Solving San Diego's venture capital crisis is mission for new CONNECT VC Task Force Read More >>
Member NEWS
By Moya Gollaher, Executive Vice President, CONNECT
CONNECT welcomes new member TriNet
 For the past 20 years, TriNet has served as a trusted human resource partner to small businesses throughout the United States and Canada. With a new office in San Diego focusing on the life science and technology industries, TriNet specializes in helping small businesses reach their corporate goals and become destinations for top talent, enabling them to compete successfully with larger, more established organizations. TriNet’s technology and comprehensive offerings include HR administration, online employee benefits administration and support, employer risk management, payroll processing, tax compliance, workers compensation, group health benefits, and strategic human capital consulting services. For more information, please visit www.trinet.com. >>
Sempra moves towards renewable energy with Maui wind project purchase Read More >>
Qualcomm’s plaza retail to power TIM App Store for wireless subscribers in Brazil
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CONNECT Scrubbed DEALS
By Ruprecht von Buttlar, Director, Business Creation and Development and
Ilana Brand, Director, Innovation and Capital Programs
New non-invasive technology to measure glucose levels in the human eye successfully tested in pre-clinical trial. Read More >>
Clean foam company lands P.O.s from Nida-Core and Knight & Carver.
Results of a pilot study by the University of California as part of a campus-wide energy sustainability initiative were published in Technology & Operations magazine this month, including a description of the solution offered by Springboard graduate and MIP winner Biomatrica who now has their technology at all UC campuses. Read More >>
Recent Springboard graduate StayClassy.org presented to Tech Coast Angels.
Policy NEWS
By Camille Sobrian, COO, CONNECT
Jessie Womble, Business Development & Public Policy Manager
The U.S. Patent Office’s continuations and claims limit rules are finally dead
By Ron Katznelson, President, Bi-Level Technologies
In a Federal Register notice (74 FR 52686) of October 14, 2009, the U.S. Patent and
Trademark Office (USPTO) rescinded the continuations and claims limit rules package that
has been the subject of litigation against the USPTO in Tafas/GSK v. Dudas and related
federal district court injunction.
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President Obama announces support for new lending initiatives for small businesses
On October 21st, President Obama announced his support for new lending initiatives for the country's small business community, which includes an SBIR increase from $2M to $5M. The overall increase in funds will have a significant impact on local start-ups and the greater innovation community. In addition to the support from the Obama administration, the Small Business Early Stage Investment Act of 2009 was introduced earlier this month and is expected to move to the floor in the next few weeks. The bill allows for grants of up to $100 million for investment in small businesses in targeted industries. CONNECT’s public policy committee, along with much of San Diego's business leadership and regional trade organizations, have been actively involved in this debate since the start of the 111th Congress.
Additional information on the President’s Small Business Lending Initiatives
Press release Read More >>
Fact sheet Read More >>
Small Business Early Stage Investment Act of 2009 Read More >>
Union-Tribune and SDBJ feature CONNECT's Letter to the Editor on local protection of cellular coverage
Read More >>
CONNECT supports Congress bill to provide funding in technology start-ups Read More >>
Innovation SPOTLIGHT
The San Diego Tech Coast Angels showcase the top emerging companies at this year's Quick Pitch Competition
Springboard graduate Radical Theraputix and Venture Roundtable presenter ecoATM among winners
By John Watson, San Diego Tech Coast Angels
Angel investing isn’t just about money. It is also about mentoring, strategic advice and providing connections to customers and venture capital firms. An important part of the TCA outreach program to entrepreneurs, company founders and start-up businesses is the annual Quick Pitch event. Read More >>
Additional coverage of Tech Coast Angel QuickPitch event
San Diego News Network - Read More >>
inlabventures.com interviews - Click Here >>
San Diego Daily Transcript interview - Click Here >>
Wireless health and communications technology take center stage at CTIA The Wireless Association conference in San Diego
By Camille Sobrian, COO, CONNECT and
Karen Winston, Director, Affiliate Programs
This four day mega international meeting featured a full educational track "Where Healthcare and Wireless Converge" on the exploration of wireless health, including the business case, advances in telemedicine and body sensor technologies. Read More >>
CONNECT Director of New Business Creation and Development keynotes Heidelberg Innovation Forum in Germany: Read More >>
Partner NEWS
Kleiner Perkins to discuss transformational aspects of Smart Grid at CleanTECH San Diego’s Showcase Nov. 12
Join CleanTECH San Diego and Kleiner Perkins partner Ellen Pao for the CleanTECH Showcase on Nov. 12. Kleiner Perkins, the country's largest venture capital firm, will discuss the country's hottest energy topic: the transformational impacts of a Smart Grid. Kleiner's keynote presentation will be followed by a panel discussion featuring three San Diego companies. Read More >>
BIOCOM holds 4th Annual Investor Conference
Top companies from throughout the Southwest will present. Read More >>
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