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| Greg Monterrosa and Jesse Draper |
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| Greg Monterrosa at Hub101 |
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| Greg Monterrosa |
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News and Resources for Entrepreneurs and Startups! A view of the global startup ecosystem by Greg Monterrosa. Entrepreneurs and Start ups welcomed
Hub101 Founder and Community Manager, Greg Monterrosa Joins the Thousand Oaks Business Roundtable!
Startup Weekend is coming to Ventura County!
Startup Weekend, the world’s largest entrepreneurial event organization that has brought together over 190,000 entrepreneurs in 150 countries (That's more than starbucks!) around the globe is coming to Ventura County March 11-13 2016!
In just 54 hours, you will experience the highs, lows, fun, and pressure that make up life at a startup. As you learn how to create a real company, you'll meet the very best mentors, investors, cofounders, and sponsors who are ready to help you get started. Your community is here to help you.
Startup Weekend Ventura County - Internet of Things, Healthcare and Agriculture will bring together local entrepreneurs, developers, designers and startup enthusiasts intent on learning what is like to share ideas, form teams, and practice launching a startup over 54 hours.
Attendees will pitch their ideas to the audience in 60 seconds or less. After teams form, the rest of the weekend will be spent implementing the most popular ideas with the help of mentors and seasoned startup entrepreneurs. By Sunday, teams will be ready to present their prototypes before a panel of judges who include:
Darren Lee- President & CEO, St. John's HospitalsAlbert Garcia- CMO Semtech CorporationMichael Powers- CEO Ventura County Government Chris Meissner- CEO Meissner Filtration ProductsDr. Ross Dueber- CEO Z Power BatteryDaniel Schoenewald- EVP Advanced Motion Control
David Nichols- CEO Applied Wireless Joe Kreutz- CEO County Commerce Bank Alex Teague- SVP Limoneira
The winner of IoT Healthcare and the winner of IoT Agriculture will each be awarded a no-interest, no-repayment and no-equity cash prize of $10,000 for use as seed capital. They will also be offered a host of other in-kind awards such as free co-working space, free professional services and free food and free products..
A free Startup Weekend community Q&A is scheduled for February 17th 2015 from 6:00 pm till 7:30 at Cal Lutheran’s Center for Entrepreneurship 31416 Agoura Road, Westlake Village, CA.
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Cal Lutheran University, Entrepreneur Speaker Series, With Greg Monterrosa
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| Greg Monterrosa |
After helping to organize the first Startup Weekend Conejo Valley, Greg Monterrosa embarked on an entrepreneurial journey of discovery in France and the United Kingdom.
In four months, he mentored at Startup Weekend Paris Makers Edition, Startup Weekend Bourdoux, and Startup Weekend Lyon. He visited 24 co-work spaces, 15 startup accelerators, and 10 venture capitalists, mentoring more than 100 start-up's along the way. Greg shared with us the highlights of his trip, what he learned about entrepreneurship in Europe, and what European entrepreneurs think about California startup communities. We hope you enjoy the video.
About Greg Greg is a co-founder of MyLLC.com. He also is a dedicated Conejo Valley startup community volunteer, having participated in the first Conejo Valley Startup Weekend and the Startup Conejo Valley Hackathon.
My Google London Campus Visit
I recently had the pleasure to checking out Google's London Campus, Google's space for entrepreneurs in Shoreditch, London. What a great space! Here you have access to programs like: a 10 week pre-accelerator program, Campus Exchange, industry connect, UX design, Campus for Mums, weekly mentoring, founders yoga and
Startup Weekend Conejo Valley 2015 Recap #SWConejo
Startup Weekend Conejo Valley took place May 1-3rd 2015 at Huddle Campus in Westlake Village. It was organized by my dear friends Soan , Daniel , and myself . When asked to be a part of the organizing team I was excited. Helping ideas is my true passion.
StartUp Weekend Conejo Valley Recap Video
Thanks to Viva la Vida Films for putting together an AMAZING video recap of our first ever Startup Weekend Conejo Valley, that took place at the Westlake Village Entrepreneurship Center. For information on upcoming events visit http://www.startupconejovalley.com/ #SWConejo
Recommended Startup Reading List: The Lean Startup, Success Through Stillness: Meditation Made Simple, Startup Weekend: How to Take a Company From Concept to Creation in 54 Hours
The Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses
The Lean Startup by Eric Ries is an awesome resource for startup enthusiasts. The Lean Startup is a new approach being adopted across the globe. Its a game changer for companies building and launching new products. 5/5
Success Through Stillness: Meditation Made Simple
I'm a huge fan of Russell Simmons books and teachings, in Success Through Stillness, you'll learn to use stillness as a powerful tool to access your potential. A good read for all levels and ages.
Startup Weekend: How to Take a Company From Concept to Creation in 54 Hours
As an organizer and mentor for startup weekend, this book is a must read for anyone looking to learn how to go from Concept to Creation in 54 hours.
Startup Weekend, the organization behind the 54-hour events were developers, designers and marketers and startup enthusiasts come together to share ideas, form teams and create startups. The book contains best practices, lessons learned, an empowering examples for the organizations experience.
The Lean Startup by Eric Ries is an awesome resource for startup enthusiasts. The Lean Startup is a new approach being adopted across the globe. Its a game changer for companies building and launching new products. 5/5
Success Through Stillness: Meditation Made Simple
I'm a huge fan of Russell Simmons books and teachings, in Success Through Stillness, you'll learn to use stillness as a powerful tool to access your potential. A good read for all levels and ages.
Startup Weekend: How to Take a Company From Concept to Creation in 54 Hours
As an organizer and mentor for startup weekend, this book is a must read for anyone looking to learn how to go from Concept to Creation in 54 hours.
Startup Weekend, the organization behind the 54-hour events were developers, designers and marketers and startup enthusiasts come together to share ideas, form teams and create startups. The book contains best practices, lessons learned, an empowering examples for the organizations experience.
Taking Uber in France, a Blessing
Uber in France has been a blessing while traveling. It came in very handy to arrange transportation to and from the airports and train station's with luggage.
Be Coworking space, a true gem in Paris France
Be Coworking is in the 18th arrondissement in Paris, France. Near the Guy Moquet metro exit. The space is ran by an amazing group of talented people lead by Ruben Grave.
Startup Weekend Bordeaux 2015 Recap #SWBX
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So here I am from sunny Los Angeles to beautiful Bordeaux, France. I volunteered to be a mentor for their Startup Weekend Bordeaux this past May 15-17 2015.
The event was held at Kedge Business School, what a beautiful campus. From the moment you walk in your eyes cant help but explore. Huge respect for BEM-Bordeux Management School and Marseille based Euromed Management for building an amazing campus.
The event was held at Kedge Business School, what a beautiful campus. From the moment you walk in your eyes cant help but explore. Huge respect for BEM-Bordeux Management School and Marseille based Euromed Management for building an amazing campus.
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| Kedge |
The verticals for the event were Food, Wine, and Tourism.
Friday night kicked off with greetings and welcomes from the organizing team everyone greeted us with smiles from the moment we walked in.
Startup Weekend Paris Makers 2015 Edition Recap
So we got into Paris on thursday morning from Los Angeles, CA to mentor at Startup Weekend Paris Makers Edition. I was fresh off of organizing Startup Weekend Conejo Valley the weekend before (check out our Video Recap here).
I headed straight to Be-Coworking once we set our luggage down to check out the space. I was blow away, the space is multi leveled with plenty of rooms to lock startups in for 54 hours.
Cool Coworking Spaces in Paris, France
So in my Startup Weekend global travels I came across Mutinerie in the 19th arrondissement in Paris, France. This space is awesome for people looking to co-work in a creative environments, its multi leveled complete with a cafe. phone booth and a very helpful passionate staff.
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Bit Coin Miner
Mining for bitcoin can be allot of fun. Make you set it right and use the proper tools. Here are some inexpensive bit coin miner tools you can purchase.
You have the ASICMiner Block Erupter USB 330MH/s Sapphire Miner you can get these on Amazon really cheap.
Pairing up you ASIC Miner with the Satechi 12 Port USB Hub with Power Adapter & 2 Control Switches is a way to you.
For more information on mining for bitcoin visit http://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Mining
You have the ASICMiner Block Erupter USB 330MH/s Sapphire Miner you can get these on Amazon really cheap.
Pairing up you ASIC Miner with the Satechi 12 Port USB Hub with Power Adapter & 2 Control Switches is a way to you.
For more information on mining for bitcoin visit http://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Mining
Getting Twitter Account Verified
ahh that blue checkmark, what would you do for one. We'll it looks like twitter has
instructions on what you should do to get considered for one.
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According to Twitter, they concentrate on highly sought users in music, acting, fashion, government, politics, religion, journalism, media, advertising, business, and other key interest areas. Although there really isn't a science to it, adding your twitter badge on your website helps. You can get a badge for your website from twitter at http://twitter.com/about/resources/buttons
Keep in mind twitter does not accept verification requests from the general public, therefore causing a new market of companies that offer "twitter authentication" for a price. Would I pay for twitter verification, probably not, would you?
Custom Rubberized Sunglasses
Theses sunglasses rock! Durable and inexpensive. you can get them at AnyPromo
Greg Monterrosa featured in Success Magazine
Serial Entrepreneur, Greg Monterrosa was featured in the January 2013 issue of Success Magazine. SUCCESS Magazine is your leading source for news and information for the entrepreneur, small business, and home-based business owner. Visit http://www.success.com/
Greg Monterrosa is the founder of MyLLC.com, DGPWorld.com, EV Charge Search, and The Conejo Valley Business Group.
Greg Monterrosa is the founder of MyLLC.com, DGPWorld.com, EV Charge Search, and The Conejo Valley Business Group.
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| Greg Monterrosa in Success Magazine |
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| Greg Monterrosa in Success Magazine |
Notes on Raising Capital
Generate traction and revenue. investors portfolios last on average about 10 years. Don't loose control of the company by giving it away. There is more syndication going on (spreading the risk). Investors invest in a management. Capital efficiency means I am lean, this is key.
Business to Business is a market that gets allot of attention. "Nice to have" is a copycat. Be significant.
Intellectual Property (I.P.) is a very important asset for your company.
a Light IP is an app made with other existing tools.
Women are 12% of all easy state investments.
Disrupt!!
NETWORKING is the #1 way of raising capital. Who do I know?
Los Angeles wants revenue and content, Silicon Valley wants tech and New York wants eyes.
What investors are looking for?
1. Management Team
2. A unique Idea in an empty space.
3. A breakthrough idea
4. Scaleability, it has to scale.
5. Defensability. Patents, Intellectual Property, Trademarks, Corporate Structure (Corp, LLC)
How to Pitch Investors?
Prepare with:
10 Slides
20 Minute
30 point type
In reality, expect to get 3-6 minutes. Sound-byte it. Turn a 30 second pitch to a 60 second "tell me more".
Investors care about the deal. What is the valuation? How does the technology work? Why is it unique, and how can I prove it?
Assume my pitch will save their portfolio.
When choosing your investment partner, do your research!
The Terms
What are the terms? Whats your term sheet like?
Alternative forms of raising capital?
Strategic partnerships, revenue creating deals. (I'm a huge fan of this)
Take money as late as possible. Ask for enough capital to keep going.
Super angels make bets.
VC's grow their portfolio.
Business to Business is a market that gets allot of attention. "Nice to have" is a copycat. Be significant.
Intellectual Property (I.P.) is a very important asset for your company.
a Light IP is an app made with other existing tools.
Women are 12% of all easy state investments.
Disrupt!!
NETWORKING is the #1 way of raising capital. Who do I know?
Los Angeles wants revenue and content, Silicon Valley wants tech and New York wants eyes.
What investors are looking for?
1. Management Team
2. A unique Idea in an empty space.
3. A breakthrough idea
4. Scaleability, it has to scale.
5. Defensability. Patents, Intellectual Property, Trademarks, Corporate Structure (Corp, LLC)
How to Pitch Investors?
Prepare with:
10 Slides
20 Minute
30 point type
In reality, expect to get 3-6 minutes. Sound-byte it. Turn a 30 second pitch to a 60 second "tell me more".
Investors care about the deal. What is the valuation? How does the technology work? Why is it unique, and how can I prove it?
Assume my pitch will save their portfolio.
When choosing your investment partner, do your research!
The Terms
What are the terms? Whats your term sheet like?
Alternative forms of raising capital?
Strategic partnerships, revenue creating deals. (I'm a huge fan of this)
Take money as late as possible. Ask for enough capital to keep going.
Super angels make bets.
VC's grow their portfolio.
Bravo's Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles is Casting!
Looking for
High-Profile Real Estate Agents in Los Angeles
Bravo TV's Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles is Now Casting!!!
The producers of BRAVO's hit TV show "Million Dollar Listing LA"
are searching for a high-end real estate agent to add to the
fabulous cast!
Now casting a prominent, big-personality real estate agent in
Los Angeles who handles the most high-profile clients, buyers,
sellers and listings in town.
If you're a real estate agent with million dollar listings and
live a life of lavish opulence ... .WE MAY WANT YOU!!!
To be considered: Shoot an email including a brief bio of who
you are, where you live, and where you work. Tell us about your
listings and neighborhoods, clients, social circle, and why
you'd be great for the show. Attach a recent photo, photos of
your listings/sales and phone number where you can be reached.
LAREALTORCASTING@GMAIL.COM
Requirements:
Must have a constant flow of listings to be considered. Must be
a serious player in the real estate world.
Angela Weingrad Bravo's "Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles"
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