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SDSIC in partnership with CONNECT presents SDSIC Entrepreneur's Forum - Bill Walton on The Winning Mindset
Category: San Diego Sport Innovators SDSIC in partnership with CONNECT presents SDSIC Entrepreneur's Forum - Bill Walton on The Winning Mindset
FEE: $25.00 for all attendees by pre-registration only. Register early while seats are available!
DATE: Thursday, July 29, 2010
PLACE: Websense
10240 Sorrento Valley Road
San Diego, CA
TIME: 5:30-6:00 PM Networking & Registration
6:00-7:30 PM Program
Register at www.sdsic.org
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MITEF Wine Social
Category: San Diego MIT Enterprise Forum MIT Enterprise Forum San Diego presents:
7th Annual Summer Wine Social
The MIT Enterprise Forum San Diego signature wine social, held annually, is widely recognized as the premier networking event for San Diego's technology and biotechnology community. With more than 700 founders and executives of growth companies, business development personnel, investors, and service providers, this industry networking social creates an opportunity for technology sector leaders and entrepreneurs across all segments to connect in a relaxed and inspiring setting.
Date:August 4, 2010
Time:6:00pm - 9:00pm
Place:
Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Cost: MITEF Members/Sponsors - $65
MIT Alumnus - $75
CONNECT Members and EiRs - $75
General Admission - $85
At the Door - $95
x2UPGRADE
Join the Host Committee and others at an educational tasting with Eddie Osterland, America’s First Master Sommelier, from 6:00-6:45pm. Eddie will be giving a brief presentation on wine tasting, including information about a number of the special boutique wines being poured at the event. Do you like ports and dessert wines? Your upgrade also includes a new “After Party” from 9:00-10:00pm. (Cost is an additional $40.)
Register Here
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Aug 12th, 2010 (Thu) |
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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SDSI Capital Forum
CONNECT SDSI Capital Forum
Host Sponsor: COX
Lead Sponsor: Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
Ultimate Skybox at DiamondView Tower
350 10th Ave
10th & J Streets
San Diego CA 92101
Number of Attendees: 90-100
About the event: The SDSI Capital Forum event was created to provide eight of San Diego's most promising start-ups in the sports and active lifestyle industry an opportunity to present their business vision to a room of potential investors. The presenters will be selected through an SDSI committee screening process.
Who should attend: Active angel investors seeking investment ready deals in the sports and active lifestyle industry; top-level executives representing leading organizations in the sports and active lifestyle industry.
For more information, contact Garrett Hale at ghale@connect.org
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Aug 12th, 2010 (Thu) |
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
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Connect with SDSI
CONNECT with SDSI
SDSI's extreme networking event
In partnership with ASR
Host Sponsor: The San Diego Padres
Lead Sponsor: Security Business Bank of San Diego
Support Sponsors: Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP, Hilton Garden Inn
Media Sponsor: Planet X
Location:
Candy Factory at PETCO Park
San Diego Padres
PETCO Park
100 Park Blvd
*Please use East Village Entrance to PETCO Park at 10th Ave. and K St.
Register Here
Number of attendees: 300
The San Diego Padres vs. Pittsburgh Pirates:
3:35 pm start time
About the event: Check out the cool tech gear and demos, get connected with key players and pick up on trends that are driving customer acceptance in diverse segments of the action sports industry- all while watching our San Diego Padres play the Pittsburgh Pirates. Grow your customer base, stay connected to your community, brainstorm business synergies and partnerships and leverage business opportunities while face-to-face with the leaders and up-and-comers.
Who Should Attend: Action and sport executives, capital providers, individual investors, entrepreneurs with an interest in mentoring, networking, acquisition or partnerships; innovators and researchers, professional service providers specializing in the action and sport industry; professionals who are action and sport enthusiasts, and students. All are welcome to this one-stop introduction to the business opportunities in San Diego.
Registration will close on or before August 11th.
Registration is limited! Register Early!
Register Here
For more information, contact Renne Catalano at rcatalano@connect.org or 858-964-1334
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Frontiers in Science & Technology: Tumors Beware: Apprehending Genes that are Harboring Cancer Cells
Category: Frontiers in Science & Technology CONNECT Frontiers in Science and Technology
Sponsored by Townsend & Townsend & Crew LLP
presents
TUMORS BEWARE: APPREHENDING GENES THAT ARE HARBORING CANCER CELLS
Presented by:
Kristiina Vuori, M.D., Ph.D.
President
Professor and Pauline & Stanley Foster Presidential Chair
Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute
Program Overview:
In this lecture, Dr. Vuori will discuss the strategies that Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute takes to promote the translation of basic research findings into cutting-edge drug discovery projects.
Certain genes in the human body inadvertently protect cancer cells against necessary chemotherapy treatments. Through the identification of small-molecule lead compounds, scientists at Sanford-Burnham have been able to stop these “anti-death” genes from providing safety to dangerous cancer cells. With the cells’ defense diminished, anti-cancer therapeutics are likely to become much more effective at halting the growth of and eliminating these threatening cells.
In addition, Sanford-Burnham’s extensive cancer research efforts have also resulted in the ability to selectively target drugs to specific blood vessels. This is possible thanks to the identification of vascular "zip codes." These zip codes are molecular signatures in blood and lymphatic vessels that are exclusive to individual tissues and disease sites.
Who Should Attend:
Scientists, engineers, physicians, healthcare leaders, venture capitalists, technology and life sciences professionals, services providers and business leaders.
About the Speaker:
As president of Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute, Dr. Vuori oversees the institute’s day to day operations as well as managing her cancer research laboratory. In her role as Cancer Center Director, Dr. Vuori is responsible for one of only seven centers designated as basic cancer research centers by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The Cancer Center at Sanford-Burnham was established in 1976, and recently underwent a successful 5-year renewal with an “Outstanding” rating. Under Dr. Vuori’s direction, the Sanford-Burnham Cancer Center is an interdisciplinary basic and translational research effort mobilizing over 400 individuals working in a highly collaborative and interactive program structure, each of which addresses a particular aspect of cancer. At present, one approved drug and at least five experimental therapies for cancer that are in final Phase III clinical trials can be traced to the work of Sanford-Burnham scientists.
Throughout her career, Dr. Vuori has received numerous research grants and awards from NIH, NCI, Department of Defense (DoD), and the California Cancer Research Programs. Dr. Vuori was selected as a PEW Scholar in the Biomedical Sciences in 1997 (dubbed as “20 most promising scientists in America”). Additionally, Dr. Vuori serves in a wide variety of advisory capacities to NCI and other cancer organizations, including advisory roles for the NCI's Developmental Therapeutics Program and Center for Strategic Scientific Initiatives. She has served on several NIH and DoD study sections, and is past chair of the DoD Breast Cancer Research Program’s prestigious “Innovator Award” panel. She also serves on numerous editorial boards for scientific journals, institutional scientific advisory boards, and as a consultant for pharmaceutical companies. Additionally, she is co-founder of three biotechnology companies. Orally bioavailable drugs to combat chemotherapy-induced anemia that have been developed based on Dr. Vuori’s discoveries are currently undergoing phase II clinical testing.
Event Details:
Date: August 17, 2010
Time: 12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m.
Location: AMN Healthcare
12400 High Bluff Drive # 100
San Diego, CA 92130
Note: Lunch will be provided for participants.
Contact: Laura Parsons
Email: lparsons@connect.org
Phone: 858-964-1302
Fees:
CONNECT Members: $20
Non-Members: $30
Students: $10
At the Door $40
Register Here
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CONNECT FrameWorks Workshops Present: Mergers and Acquisitions in a Changing Economic Environment
Category: FrameWorks Workshops In partnership with Allen Matkins
Program Overview:
There are increasing indications that banks and other credit sources seem to be more willing to lend and there have been more M&A deals completed in the last two quarters than in the trailing four quarters. Despite continuing high unemployment, debt overhang and potential regulatory and fiscal changes, opportunities for acquiring or selling a company still exist. In order to successfully navigate an M&A transaction in this challenging economic environment, it is critical that buyers and sellers have the insight to optimize results and be adequately prepared to address questions and issues throughout the transaction.
What you will learn:
•How companies are obtaining financing in a difficult market;
•How to properly conduct due diligence from a buyer's and seller's perspective;
• Current landscape of the M&A market (valuations, financing alternatives and deal trends);
•How making operational, financial and legal decisions can help your company maintain its value and remain an attractive partner through the sale process;
•How operating efficiency, customer/supplier quality, strategic focus, key management effectiveness and other non-financial metrics affect valuations and deal terms;
•How to plan and implement a successful post-acquisition integration strategy.
Who should attend:
Anyone on both the buy and sell side who is preparing to engage in a potential merger or acquisition or who wants to have a clear merger or acquisition strategy in place.
Please, no competing attorneys.
About the Presenters:
Joe Davidson and Clark Libenson, corporate attorneys in the Del Mar Heights office of Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP, have assisted a broad range of companies completing more than 50 M&A transactions over the last five years.
Trever Acers is an experienced M & A professional with TGG Capital having led numerous sale, acquisition and financings transactions across a broad variety of industries.
Shelly McGuire, CPA, leads BDO’s San Diego tax practice. She has more than 15 years experience advising on a wide range of tax issues, including M&A transactions and due diligence.
Date: August 18, 2010
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (Registration begins 7:30 a.m.)
Location: Sanford-Burnham Institute (formerly SKCC)
10905 Road to the Cure
San Diego, CA 92121
Note: A light breakfast will be provided for participants
Contact: Linda Wells
Email: lmwells@connect.org
Phone: 858-964-1319
Fees: Pre-Registration $45.
At the Door $65. (subject to availability)
*Note: Registration will close on or before August 17
Register Here
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SD Tech Coast Angels CLOSES Call for Applications: Fourth Annual Quick Pitch Competition
Category: Tech Coast Angels Call for Applications Period:
CLOSES TODAY at 4:00pm
San Diego Tech Coast Angels
Fourth Annual Quick Pitch Competition
Competition Overview
Announcing a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to participate in the San Diego Tech Coast Angels Quick Pitch Competition. Selected applicants will make a 2-minute quick pitch presentation. The panel will judge your presentation on both substance (meat) and presentation quality (form).
If your application is selected, you will have the opportunity to:
• Pitch your venture to a blue ribbon panel of VCs, lawyers, serial entrepreneurs and Tech Coast Angels members.
• Expose your company to over 450 experienced executives and add investment and commercial bankers, VCs, and professionals from accounting and law firms.
• Network with 30-40 San Diego Tech Coast Angel members who will mentor you through the competition and could serve as board members and individual investors for your company.
• Interview with local media who will videotape competitor pitches and broadcast for public access.
Do You Qualify?
This competition is open to ALL entrepreneurs, in Southern California, who seek investors and/or experienced board members and mentors. It is open to companies that are pre or post revenue, in IT, wireless, Life sciences, energy or any other science or technology based industry. Our primary objective is to foster the entrepreneurial spirit and promote investment opportunities with competitive advantages that show potential for attractive significant growth.
To be considered for the Quick Pitch competition » Apply Now!
*Note: Only the first 50 applicants will be considered for the competition. The application period will close when 50 applications are received. 15 finalists will be selected from the total received.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Application Period:
July 16 at 9:00am through August 20 at 4:00pm
*Note: Only the first 50 applicants will be considered for the competition. The application period will close when 50 applications are received. 15 finalists will be selected from the total received.
Cost to Apply:
Free
Apply Here!
EVENT DETAILS
Date:
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Time:
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Place:
Irwin M. Jacobs
Qualcomm Hall
5775 Morehouse Rd.
San Diego, CA 92121
Map it!
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CONNECT FrameWorks Workshops present: Executive Compensation for the Business Executive
Category: FrameWorks Workshops In partnership with Barney & Barney and Sheppard Mullin
Program Overview:
Executive Compensation, on either end of the negotiation, can be one of the most sensitive negotiations for an enterprise and executive. In addition, recent changes in securities, accounting and tax regulations are have significantly impacted the structure of non-cash compensation. Executives, and those building their management team, need to consider the various options, benefits, and terms that can be offered, and be aware of the consequences their agreements and compensation programs will incur in the future. This workshop will present the fundamental concepts of executive and performance compensation, and explain how these concepts are reflected in a contract. It will also review standard compensation programs to incentivize management, and will demonstrate these points by using examples specific to executive employment agreements and equity incentive plans.
What you will learn:
•Building competitive employment agreements
•Examples of well prepared documentation
•Pitfalls to avoid
•Fundamentals of equity compensation
•Good corporate governance practices
Who should attend:
Founders, CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Business Development Professionals, Managers who are seeking fundamental knowledge about executive compensation, incentive compensation programs, equity compensation programs and trends in . There will be ample time for networking and Q&A provided. Please, no competing law firms.
About the Presenters:
Jeremy Anderson advises clients in the areas of executive pay, equity strategy design and sales force compensation. His experience includes the design and implementation of sales compensation programs, equity strategies, base pay structures, short-term incentives and performance management systems. In addition, he assists clients with the development of organization-wide communication strategies in support of new program launches. Prior to Barney & Barney, Jeremy was a founding Principal with Remedy Compensation Consulting, a consulting principal with Top Five Data Services, Inc., a consultant with iQuantic in their San Francisco office, and was a senior consultant in Arthur Andersen's Human Capital Service practice. Jeremy holds a B.B.A in both Finance and Organizational Behavior & Business Policy from Edwin L. Cox School of Business, Southern Methodist University.
Jamie Mercer is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group of Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP. Jamie's practice concentrates on capital markets, including financing for both publicly traded and privately held companies. He regularly counsels management and Boards of Directors on executive compensation, compensation programs and corporate governance issues.
Date: Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. (Registration begins 7:30am)
Location: Sheppard Mullin
12275 El Camino Real, Suite 200
San Diego, CA 92130
Note: A light breakfast will be provided for participants.
Contact: Linda Wells
Email: lmwells@connect.org
Phone: 858-964-1319
Fees: Pre-Registration $45.
At the Door $65.
*Note: Registration will close on or before August 23
Register Here
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Final Week to nominate your new product - 23rd annual Most Innovative New Product Awards
Category: Most Innovative Products Award 2010 Call for Nominations: July 12 through September 2
Nominate your new product to compete for San Diego's "Oscars" for local technology and life science innovation.
2010 MIP Award Categories:
Action and Sport Technologies
Aerospace and Security Technologies
Clean Technology
Communications and IT
Hardware and General Technology
Life Science - Diagnostics and Research Tools
Life Science - Medical Products
Software
For eligibility criteria and the online nomination form, please visit: www.connect.org or contact Nancy van Dillen at nvandillen@connect.org for more details.
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CONNECT FrameWorks Workshops present: Finding and Negotiating Office Space for Tech Companies
Category: FrameWorks Workshops In partnership with Allen Matkins & Cushman & Wakefield
Program Overview:
This workshop will present an overview of the state of the commercial real estate market in San Diego County with particular emphasis on those issues affecting current lease transactions. One of San Diego's most respected tenant representation brokers will team up with one of San Diego's most respected real estate transaction law firms to present timely and valuable advice on how to save money, avoid mistakes and properly plan for growth or exit strategy. Our expert speakers often find themselves on opposite sides of transactions, so expect some lively debate that will prepare you to come away with the keys to understanding-- and succeeding-- at concluding transactions using provisions that really work to protect your company!
What you will learn:
•How to take advantage of our current high vacancy and reduced rental rate market
•How to properly protect the parties if the property has a problem loan
•The art of execution for a sublease- whether you are the subtenant or sublandlord
•How to minimize operating expenses and Taxes for both new and existing leases
•Today's most important and hotly contested lease negotiation clauses
Who should attend:
Founders, CEOs, CFOs, COOs, corporate real estate directors and company leadership looking to provide their enterprise with up to date market knowledge, superior occupancy cost savings as well as optimal lease transactions that stand the test of time. Service providers and other CONNECT sponsors who want to sharpen their skills will find this session valuable as well.
Please, no competing attorneys.
About the Presenter:
Dennis Hearst is a Senior Director at Cushman & Wakefield and specializes in Corporate Tenant Representation, Build-to-Suit Representation, and Commercial Building Sales. He has 29 years of experience in the industry, and in the last 12 years alone, he has successfully negotiated lease and sale transactions with a combined value in excess of $1.2 billion in total consideration.
Martin Togni is a partner in the firm's San Diego office. Focusing on real estate leasing, Mr. Togni has represented a variety of landlords and tenants in the leasing of office, industrial, retail and mixed-use developments. He has successfully completed major leasing transactions totaling more than 8,000,000 square feet in Southern California over the past ten years, representing some of the nation's leading real estate and retail companies. Mr. Togni also represents a wide variety of clients in the acquisition, disposition, development and financing of shopping centers, industrial projects, office buildings and other commercial and mixed-use projects.
Sean Southard is a partner in Allen Matkins' San Diego office and chairs that office's shopping center and retail practice group. His general real estate practice concentrates on representing highly sophisticated institutional investors, developers and entrepreneurial individuals in the acquisition, development, leasing and sale of retail, office and mixed-use projects throughout the western United States. During the past ten years, he has successfully completed major leasing transactions totaling more than 5,000,000 square feet of commercial space. He also has extensive experience in the negotiation and documentation of purchase and sale transactions, sale-lease back transactions, development agreements, property management agreements and all other types of agreements relating to the use of real property.
Date: August 31, 2010
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (Registration begins 7:30 a.m.)
Location: Sanford - Burnham Institute (formerly SKCC)
10905 Road to the Cure
San Diego, CA 92121
Note: A light breakfast will be provided for participants.
Contact: Linda Wells
Email: lmwells@connect.org
Phone: 858-964-1319
Fees: Pre-Registration $45.
At the Door $65.
*Note: Registration will close on or before August 30
Register Here
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MIT Enterprise Forum San Diego
Category: San Diego MIT Enterprise Forum MIT Enterprise Forum San Diego presents:
Waterproofing a new business model: H20 Audio is Learning to Swim within its Means
Case presentation: H20 Audio
Date:
September 15, 2010
Time:
5:00pm Networking Reception
6:00pm Presentation
7:30pm Audience Q&A
8:00pm Close
Location: San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4240 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
Cost:
MITEF Members & Sponsors FREE (registration is still required)
General Admission $50
MIT Alum $25
CONNECT member & Active EiRs $25
Full-time Student/Faculty $15 (University email address required)
At the door $60
Register Here
More information? Visit www.sdmitforum.org
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Oct 5th, 2010 (Tue) -- Oct 7th, 2010 (Thu) |
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Wireless-Life Sciences Alliance
Category: Wireless-Life Sciences Alliance Wireless-Life Sciences Alliance presents:
Wireless Health 2010
Preeminent researchers and academicians from leading universities and agencies come together to share their work. The purpose of the conference is to provide critical leadership and highlight the best research in wireless health systems and technology. Submitted papers will be judged in a competitive process and selected for presentation and publication by a panel of experts.
Date:
October 5-7, 2010
Time:
3 full days
Place:
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
For more information: www.wirelesshealth2010.org
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SD Tech Coast Angels Fourth Annual Quick Pitch Competition 2010
Category: Tech Coast Angels Quick Pitch 2010 Competition
Announcing the fourth annual Quick Pitch Competition, showcasing talented entrepreneurs seeking funding. Company finalists will present two-minute pitches to a blue ribbon panel of judges and an audience of over 450 leaders within the entrepreneurial community. Each pitch will be judged based upon investment potential and presentation quality. Competition winners will be announced at the conclusion of the evening.
This anticipated competition is a fun and interactive experience for both the finalists and the audience. Quick Pitch is a must attend event for entrepreneurs looking to jump-start their ventures and for investors seeking to learn about the latest innovations in Southern California. There will be plenty of time to network with Tech Coast Angels investors, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs, all while enjoying gourmet food and beverages. Finalists will be presenting their products and technology both before and after the competition, giving you the chance to meet one-on-one with these up-and-coming entrepreneurs.
Why You Should Attend
• Network and build relationships with experienced Tech Coast Angels investors, who can provide you with valuable insights about your business ventures.
• Watch the exciting competition as these up-and-coming entrepreneurs present their ventures in two minutes or less to an expert panel.
• Meet face-to-face with the Quick Pitch Finalists and view their innovative product and technology displays.
• Enjoy two gourmet receptions, before and after the competition, and mix with the movers and shakers from San Diego's entrepreneurial and business community. Bring plenty of business cards!
Who Should Attend
Capital providers, CEOs, VPs, directors, senior managers, entrepreneurs, service providers, entrepreneurial support professionals, academic faculty and students.
Register Here!
Date:
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Time:
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Place:
Irwin M. Jacobs
Qualcomm Hall
5775 Morehouse Rd.
San Diego, CA 92121
Registration Fee:
$40 Full Time Students w/ valid ID
$65 General Registration
$90 At The Door
Contact:
Linda Wells
lmwells@connect.org
(858) 964-1319
Directions to Quick Pitch: Irwin M. Jacobs Qualcomm Hall
Map it!
Directions from Downtown San Diego:
• Take I-805 North
• Take the Vista Sorrento Parkway / Mira Mesa Blvd. Exit
• Turn right onto Mira Mesa Blvd. (EAST)
• Continue on Mira Mesa Blvd.
• Take 1st left onto Scranton Rd.
• Take 1st right onto Morehouse Dr.
• The Irwin M. Jacobs Qualcomm Hall (5775 Morehouse Dr.) is on the left.
Directions from North County Coastal:
• Take I-805 South
• Take the Mira Mesa Blvd. Exit
• Turn left onto Sorrento Valley Rd turns into Mira Mesa Blvd. (EAST)
• Continue on Mira Mesa Blvd.
• Take 1st left onto Scranton Rd.
• Take 1st right onto Morehouse Dr.
• The Irwin M. Jacobs Qualcomm Hall (5775 Morehouse Dr.) is on the right.
Register Here!
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Distinguished Judges' Reception for the 2010 MIP Awards (invitation-only event)
Category: Most Innovative Products Award The MIP Awards Distinguished Judges' Reception is an invitation-only event. Please contact Nancy van Dillen at nvandillen@connect.org for details.
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