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 Israel Shows Promising Biotech
Potential
Following its success
in electronics, software and communications, Israel has the potential to take the lead in the world
of biotechnology.
 Larta
Institute Program Trains Israeli Biotech Executives
Operating under a grant from the
U.S.-Israel Science and Technology Foundation, the U.S.-Israel Life Sciences Bridge Program makes
its debut in April 2004.
 50 Companies Win Chance to Compete for Company of the Year
The Venture
Forum is the largest showcase of investment-worthy companies in Southern California. "The annual
Venture Forum is a must attend VC event!" said Randy Lunn of Palomar Ventures. The 10th annual Venture Forum, on April 1, 2004, will
feature 50 companies from all sectors and stages, selected by leading investment and industry
experts. Attendees will learn about the most exciting technologies in the marketplace. Investors
will access one of the largest deal pipelines in the nation. Service providers can actively
participate in the growth of emerging companies.
 Available Now from Larta Institute
The Sand
Dollar Report 2004: An Analysis of Venture Investing in Southern California
The Sand
Dollar Report 2004 features a historical analysis as well as the latest information and data on the
venture capital industry in Southern California, and includes interviews with leading venture
capitalists in the region. Available with the purchase of Larta Institute's Sand Dollar Report 2004
is PricewaterhouseCoopers/Venture Economics/National Venture Capital Association MoneyTree
Survey.
 Available Free from Larta Institute
Federal
Technology Funding Guide 2004
Larta Institute's Federal Technology Funding Guide is
recognized as the nation's leading survey on federal government technology funding. Learn how to
apply for and win government grants. Includes an in-depth look at SBIR and STTR programs, two
critical sources of R&D funds for small businesses. Don’t miss your chance to receive federal
technology grant money. Download the report
free of charge.
Larta
Institute's Publications
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SSTI, the State
Science and Technology Institute, calls Larta University one of the "best programs in the
country," having "helped hundreds of entrepreneurs, implemented innovative programs, and assisted
client companies to raise hundreds-of-millions of dollars.
March 11: Preparing the Financial Forecast Model
This workshop will show you
how to build a financial forecast model. Using Excel, you will learn how to build your forecast
from the bottom up, translating the primary elements of your business (sales, cost of goods sold,
staffing and overhead) into a forecasted Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement and Balance Sheet,
all in a format that potential investors will find attractive.
Location: Los Angeles
March 18: Entrepreneurship Series #9: Attracting Capital: Financing Strategies for the New
Venture
With the ever-worsening state of the VC industry, emerging companies need
strong knowledge of the most realistic options available for financing in the current marketplace.
This workshop considers different financing strategies, including VC financing, angel financing,
government funding, and loans. You will learn what is required to approach each financing source,
and when not to waste your time. If you determine that outside equity financing is not for your
company, you will learn other strategies and techniques to help your business move forward,
including bootstrapping, partnering with customers, and leveraging.
Location: Los
Angeles
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Stories in Hot Technology Sectors
Biotechnology
Biotech industry to fight vote against altered crops (Silicon
Valley.com)
The biotechnology industry is considering a lawsuit or statewide legislation
to nullify a successful Mendocino County ballot initiative, the first in the country to outlaw the
growing of genetically modified crops.
more
Biotech news
Communications
Tearing
Down the Walls in Telecom (BusinessWeek)
In a few years, it "will be a sectorless
industry," with phone, cable, and even power companies all selling the same communications
services.
more
Communications news
Hardware
Storage
hardware sales on the rise (CNet News)
Sales of a key class of data storage gear rose
5.7 percent last year and are on target to increase 7.9 percent this year, according to research
firm Gartner.
more Hardware news
Internet
House
Passes Bill to Help 'Webcasters' (Washington Post)
Small Internet radio stations are
facing improved odds of survival after the House of Representatives approved a bill to make it more
affordable for them to negotiate royalty deals with music publishers and the recording
industry.
more
Internet news
Investments
IPO Watch:
Chinese menu (Red Herring - registration)
A second wave of Chinese companies filing
on Wall Street approaches US shores.
more
Investment news
Nanotechnology
Nanotech:
2003 Was A Banner Year (Forbes)
Last year was a monumental year for nanotechnology,
from President Bush signing the historic $3.7 billion Nanotechnology Research & Development Act
to Wall Street heavyweights like Merrill and Credit Suisse inaugurating coverage.
more
Nanotechnology news
Security
Firms Look
to Limit Liability for Online Security Breaches (Washington Post)
In the face of
ongoing attacks by computer hackers, some companies that store their customers' personal data are
adopting a new defensive tactic: If your information is stolen, they're not legally responsible.
more
Security news
Semiconductors
Reversal of fortune puts chip makers on defensive (San Diego
Union-Tribune)
Two years ago, computer chip designer Rambus Inc. appeared to be losing a
multifront war: A deal to use its technology in Intel-based PCs soured, its tactics sparked a
federal antitrust complaint and it faced a multitude of lawsuits.
more
Semiconductor news
Software
Seismic
Changes In Software (BusinessWeek)
Programming jobs are heading overseas by the
thousands. Is there a way for the US to stay on top?
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This calendar lists
events endorsed by Larta Institute.
March 9: Phase II
SBIR Proposal Writing Workshop
Join the NASA Commercialization Center and Pasadena
Entretec and GET READY with a one-day workshop that will provide you with tools, techniques,
methods, examples and samples to increase your success. Led by SBIR & domain
experts.
March 11: Preparing the Financial Forecast Model
This Larta U workshop will
show you how to build a financial forecast model. Using Excel, you will learn how to build your
forecast from the bottom up, translating the primary elements of your business into a format that
potential investors will find attractive.
March 16: After
the Term Sheet: The Reality Behind VC Funding
Orange Coast Venture Group (OCVG)
examines what really happens after an institutional venture capital firm makes an investment. Join
an “all-star” panel of prominent So Cal VCs and experienced, venture-backed entrepreneur
CEOs.
March 18: Entrepreneurship Series #9: Attracting Capital: Financing Strategies for the New
Venture
This Larta U course considers different financing strategies, including VC
financing, angel financing, government funding, and loans. You will learn what is required to
approach each financing source, and when not to waste your time.
March 20: The Global
Entrepreneur
Presented by IIT Alumni Association and Caltech-MIT Enterprise Forum.
Moderated by Los Angeles Times Senior Economics Editor Jim Flanigan, this unique event brings
together entrepreneurs who are changing the world, creating new jobs and new technologies, and
raising stockholder value around the world.
March 22-23: Science,
Technology and Economic Growth: A Practicum for States
National Governors
Association Center for Best Practices hosts a two-day event that addresses the challenges of
technology growth and funding faced by governors across the nation.
March 23 and 25: SBIR
Workshops
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is holding workshops in Northern
and Southern California intended for small businesses interested in the EPA's Small Business
Innovative Research Program in general, and the Pacific Southwest Region Phase 1 Solicitation in
particular.
March 31: Budget
and Trade Deficits: Linked, Worrisome in the Long Run, but not Twins
Technolink
Association and the National Association of Business Economics present Special Guest The Honorable
Edward M. Gramlich, Governor, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to discuss budget
and trade deficits.
April 15: How to
Prepare Winning Proposals for SBIR and STTR
This Larta U seminar will provide a
brief overview of SBIR and STTR programs, while focusing on how to prepare winning SBIR and STTR
proposals; bringing attendees one step closer to winning federal money.
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The Business Development Associate will assist the Business
Development Director in sales, new business sourcing, and marketing. As Business Development
Associate, you will aid in selling and marketing sophisticated consulting services, training
programs, and custom packaging Larta's capabilities into tangible, sellable products.
full
description
To apply for this or
any position, email a resume and cover letter to: jobs@larta.org.
Larta's
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Progressive Policy Institute
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Research Assistant
PPI is looking for
a motivated, organized individual to assist with the administrative activities and research and
writing efforts on a project focused on state and federal policy related to technology,
telecommunications, the Internet, and the New Economy.
Send resumes to: Progressive Policy Institute,
Attn: Admin Dept, 600 Pennsylvania Ave., SE, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20003; or Fax: 202.544.5014,
or Email: jobs@dlcppi.org.
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