Available today:
Heart of Gold: The Bioscience Industry in Southern California

The highly anticipated research report on the life sciences industry is available today from larta, Heart of Gold, The Bioscience Industry in Southern California.
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Heart of Gold Launches In Irvine
larta's launch for the Heart of Gold research report brought out over 200
people from the region's bioscience community. The launch of this highly anticipated study, released this week from larta, was celebrated with a panel discussion and networking event at the University Club in Irvine.
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Greater LA lags behind in biomedical field
The biomedical industry in greater Los Angeles, despite its wealth of talent, must overcome substantial obstacles to achieve world-class status, according to a report by larta.
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Organizational Profile: The Milken Institute
Since being founded in 1991 by financier and philanthropist Michael Milken, The Milken Institute has established itself as a prominent economic think tank that has an impact beyond mere information dissemination.
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Internet Alert: IPO Market Continues to Slumber During Second Quarter
by David A. Westenberg and Tim Gallagher, Hale and Dorr Internet Law
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Position Open @ larta
Business development manager/account executive
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Meet, Mix and Mingle:
Highlight of Featured Events
This event bulletin is provided as a service by larta on behalf of various partner organizations and about events vetted and endorsed by larta.

July 24: Layoff Lounge in Orange County
The premier networking event for job seekers, recruiters and employers serving the technology, telecom, and new & traditional media industries. Layoff Lounge will feature a keynote speaker and a mix and mingle session. The event is from 6-9 p.m., keynote speaker is at 7 p.m. Tapas, 4253 Martingale Way, Newport Beach.
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July 25: iTV: Defining the New Face of Television Panel Discussion
According to a report published by U.K.-based Strategy Analytics, 625 million people around the world will have access to online services on their TV sets by 2005, including online shopping, banking, games, information and interactive entertainment services. Digital Media Wire presents this panel of players ranging from content providers to hardware developers, who will discuss the new face of television, which will include an amalgam of services like email, IPGs (interactive program guides), PVRs (personal video recorders), enhanced TV, etc., and what it means for Hollywood, the tech industry and most importantly, the consumer. 8:00-10:30 am, Four Seasons Hotel, 300 South Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills. $45.00, includes breakfast.
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July 25: Westlake Village VOJO Brew
VOJO is a membership-based community of the New Media, Technology, Internet and Communications industries in SoCal, providing members with business networking and information events. The people who attend are active leaders and participants in the development of the new economy only within the related fields, including investment bankers, entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs, presidents, business development, upper and middle management and VCs. 5:30-9:30 p.m., Red's BBQ & Grillery, Westlake Village.
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July 31: Growth Capital Conference V
Meet over 50 executives from capital sources and dynamic growth trade companies. Featured panel discussions include mezzanine financing, mergers & acquisitions, trade financing and more. Registration and breakfast at 7:30 a.m., conference & deal display at 8:30-12:30 p.m. The Olympic Collection, West Los Angeles.
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August 6: WITI Happy Hour at The House of Blues
Please join the Los Angeles chapter of WITI for mixing and mingling with women in technology at the House of Blues. The Foundation Rooms are exclusive, "members-only" clubs at the House of Blues venue, offering relaxing bars, private rooms and intimate dining areas. Pieces from the largest collection of Outsider Art in the country and exquisite décor from around the world adorn the Foundation Rooms. This event is for WITI members only. Members are welcome to invite one guest. Not yet a WITI member? Join now and come to the Happy Hour for free!
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August 14: LAVA presents: Large Venture Capital Firms
Some of the largest venture capital funds in Southern California history have been created in just the past few years. Come hear the latest perspectives from these significant investors and how they plan to deploy their capital over the coming years. Speakers include Tom Clancy of Enterprise Partners; Jonathan Funk of Allegis Capital; William Quigley of Clearstone Venture Partners. 7:00-9:15am. Riviera Country Club, 1250 Capri Drive, Pacific Palisades.
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August 23: The Big eSchmooze
In today's crazy technology climate, wouldn't it be nice to make important business connections while watching gliders take off over the Pacific? Isn't it great to meet potential business partners, customers and employees while watching a fabulous August sunset? If you haven't yet experienced the Big eSchmooze, the SDRTA's signature networking event, held only twice a year, now is your chance! The Big eSchmooze has become San Diego's most happening technology event, where 1,500 people are expected to come together in an extremely relaxed and creative setting and schmooze with potential investors, employers, service providers, start-ups and high-tech companies. 5:30-9 p.m., Torrey Pines Gliderport, 2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Drive, La Jolla. Free parking is available; valet parking will be available for a nominal fee. $25 pre-registered, $40 at the door.
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October 18-19: FilmIT - Mark your calendars!
larta is proud to support the Film Information Technology Conference & Exposition (FilmIT), the premier, business-to-business event that examines the convergence of the Motion Picture and Technology Industries. FilmIT creates an unparalleled program for IT and film executives to explore the impact that cutting-edge technologies have on Hollywood through an extensive, senior level conference forum, keynote presentations, case studies, workshops, networking events, and vendor demonstrations.
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