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Thursday, January 9, 2020

Startup News Site dot.LA Announces $4 Million Seed Round; Will Launch January 27

dot.LA, the soon-to-be-launched news and events company dedicated to covering L.A.'s startup and tech ecosystem, today announced it has closed its $4 million seed round from dozens of top L.A. investors. Zillow and Hotwire Co-Founder Spencer Rascoff is serving as executive chairman and co-founder.

Investors include prominent companies and individuals from the Los Angeles tech scene, including:

Venture capital firms and their investing partners at: 3L, Act One, Anthos, CAVU, Comcast Ventures, Crosscut, Greycroft, Hawke Media Ventures, K5, March Capital, Maveron, m13, Mucker, NFX, Pelion, Thrive Capital, Torch Capital, Troy Capital, Upfront Ventures, Watertower Ventures and Waverley Capital

Companies such as GeekWire, Jam City, the Los Angeles Dodgers, Perkins Coie, Safire Partners, and Snap, Inc.
Executives including David Bonderman (TPG), Adam Friedman (CAA), Brad Gerstner (Altimeter), Rick Hess (Evolution Media), Gabe Greenbaum (Pritzker), Todd Lemkin (Canyon Partners), Navid Mahmoodzadegan (Moelis), Mark Mullen (Bonfire), Chris Ovitz (Future Positive), Danny Passman (Gang, Tyre, Ramer, Brown & Passman), Karl Peterson (TPG), Brad Ramberg (Beachbody, Idealab), Avery Rosin (Lead Edge), Elie Seidman (Tinder), Sukhinder Singh (Stubhub), Jeff Stibel (Bryant Stibel), Brendan Wallace (Fifth Wall), Brian Weinstein (Bad Robot), Jeff Wilke (Amazon), Josh Yguado (Jam City), and Jeremy Zimmer (UTA)

Entrepreneurs including Austin Allison (dotloop), Allison Checchi (Atom Tickets), Dick Costolo (Twitter), Michael Dubin (Dollar Shave Club), Rand Fishkin (SparkToro), Brad Inman (Inman News), Ross Hoffman (Headspace, Twitter), Todd Jackson (Dropbox), Josh Jones (HMC INQ), Jeff Kearl (Stance, SkullCandy), Brian Lee (BAM Ventures), Paul Levine (Sapphire Ventures), Eddy Lu (GOAT), Adam Miller (Cornerstone OnDemand), Jane Park (Tokki, Julep), Sean Rad (Tinder), JJ Ramberg (NBC News, Goodshop, Goodpods), Ken Ramberg (JOBTRAK, Goodshop, Goodpods), Keith Richman (Voi), Michael Stoppelman (Yelp), Sam Teller (Tesla, SpaceX), Russell Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) and musician Ciara.

dot.LA will launch on Jan. 27 with the mission of shining a light on innovation in the L.A. startup and tech community. At launch, the newsroom will have at least five journalists covering all aspects of L.A.'s startup scene, and is actively hiring several more reporters and editors. Its editor-in-chief is Joe Bel Bruno, who previously held editor positions at The Wall Street Journal, the Los Angeles Times, The Hollywood Reporter and Variety. Other dot.LA journalists include Tami Abdollah, who most recently covered cybersecurity for the Associated Press; Ben Bergman, who most recently worked for NPR and KPCC; Rachel Uranga, who most recently worked at the Los Angeles Business Journal; and Managing Editor for Digital and Reader Engagement Eric Zassenhaus, who most recently worked at Pacific Standard.

Co-Founder and CEO Sam N. Adams, a former financial journalist and strategy consultant, manages business operations for dot.LA. Adams will focus on building a sustainable business driven by events, sponsorships, and proprietary data.

"It's finally prime time for the L.A. tech scene, after many years of steady growth, and dot.LA is here to chronicle and report on what is going to be an explosive decade for L.A. tech," Rascoff said. "Los Angeles has so many ingredients that make a successful tech ecosystem: a culture of innovation and entrepreneurialism, world-class universities, many angel investors, venture capitalists, and startup mentors. One of the only missing ingredients was journalism to highlight the incredible startups and tech companies changing the world. Now with dot.LA on the scene, Los Angeles will be able to achieve its full potential."

Rascoff continued: "The Los Angeles startup culture is special and unique. The environment here is creative and collaborative, and also rightly concerned with creating a foundational focus on diversity and inclusiveness. Los Angeles is a global, diverse city, and there is a recognition among the tech community here that if we establish the right cultural foundation at the beginning of this decade of growth, those who work in tech in L.A. -- and those around the world who use the products and services invented here -- will be better for it."

"We have assembled a team of world-class journalists who are already digging into every aspect of L.A.'s startup ecosystem," said Bel Bruno, dot.LA's editor-in-chief. "We are all excited to leverage those years of experience covering business, entertainment and technology to provide hard-hitting, timely news coverage that will shine a light on this fast-moving scene. We'll cover new companies, funding rounds and the unique intersection of industries that make L.A.'s startups so interesting." Click here to read the latest news.

About dot.LA
dot.LA's mission is to celebrate and empower the Los Angeles startup and tech community, fueling innovation around the world. Launching in 2020 and co-founded by tech veteran Spencer Rascoff, its newsroom will report news about new companies, funding rounds and other aspects of the startup ecosystem. The company will also host events dedicated to bringing together the startup community.

To sign up for updates about dot.LA visit our website at dot.LA.

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Sweet Jane Issue 02 demystifies cannabis for female readers

Issue 02 of Sweet Jane, a print cannabis magazine for women and mothers, available nationwide

Sweet Jane Magazine empowers women and mothers
who want to achieve healthier and balanced lives through cannabis

Sweet Jane answers women's questions on cannabis as legalization continues to advance nationwide.

"Women and mothers are actively starting to ask about cannabis, regardless of where they live, we want to be their first source for information minus the intimidation," says Katy Ibsen, Sweet Jane editor and publisher.

Sweet Jane magazine was created for women by women with the mission to better inform readers who are curious about cannabis—marijuana and hemp—for health, wellness, or relaxation. Its founder believes that if we can educate consumers about cannabis, we can move closer to mainstream acceptance.

Education starts with reducing intimidation and creating a platform with easy-to-understand content about what cannabis is and how to use it. "For many women, access to cannabis isn't the barrier to incorporating it into their lives—it's knowing why, when, and how to use it. So we began with our own questions, seeking the answers, and sharing them with readers." says Ibsen.

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New Resource for New Consumers
Sweet Jane strives to be a leading resource for women and mothers who are new to cannabis and want to educate themselves before trying any form of cannabis.

Issue 02 includes content on:

"This issue is packed with stories women can't find in mainstream media. We wanted to take our readers into the industry, introduce them to women and mothers who are actively working within it, and why they believe cannabis is an important part of their lives," says Ibsen.

Sweet Jane Issue 02 is on sale at select Barnes & Noble nationwide. Readers can also purchase a copy of Issue 02 at http://www.sweetjanemag.com. Read all the related news.

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Sweet Jane is published by Ampersand Publishing, an independent publisher. Its mission is to empower women through cannabis.

The magazine is advised by an Editorial Board comprised of: Becky Frieze, principal at Treetop Gardens; Shabnam Malek, Brand & Branch LLP, Leah Maurer, TheWeedBlog.com, Shail Paliwal, 3Leaf Edibles; Chelsey Joseph, [WHT LBL], and Lisa Snyder, Tokeativity.

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LatinTouch Agency Is a New Endeavor for Boston Proudly Latina Entrepreneur Alexandra Arrivillaga DeCastro

LatinTouch Agency is a new endeavor for Boston Proudly Latina entrepreneur Alexandra Arrivillaga DeCastro. The Company will have offices in Massachusetts. Read this here.

Today, Alexandra Arrivillaga DeCastro announced the launch of LatinTouch Agency. The core initiative of LatinTouch Agency is to ensure Latinos are positivity represented in the business world. Ms. DeCastro has a background in consulting management, security, and communications that will support LatinTouch

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Agency's goals. Prior to forming LatinTouch Agency, Ms. DeCastro was the CEO and Founder of Owl Management Consulting, LLC, Proplex 5, LLC, Social Biz, LLC and Lock It Up Security, LLC.

When asked why the need for such a company, Ms. DeCastro replied, "I saw that Latinos weren't fully represented in all businesses. For example I was told by a luxury gym called Lifetime fitness in Newton, MA 02467. I was not a good fit its located in an all white neighborhood. Yes, but it's also located next door to my condominium complex. This was heartbreaking and a hit on us latinos. I want business leaders to see that Latinos are not the stereotype that was assigned to them." As a Latin professional, she will help other Latinos who have faced discrimination as a consumer as well as an entrepreneur. Ms. DeCastro strongly believes in being authentic and consults with Fortune 500 companies to make their stores more comfortable for Latinos, which results in increased sales and social media connectivity. She understands the Latino and Portuguese communities in Boston and still has close ties to them. She believed that education was the key to success and went to Lesley College. She continued her education to earn an MBA and a doctorate. However, true entrepreneurship cannot be learned in a classroom. Ms. DeCastro's story is not unique, but her business expertise is.

The focus on LatinTouch Agency will be on strategy and inclusion consulting through innovative thinking, marketing and leadership. Ms. DeCastro has partners in Dubai and Barranquilla, who share in her philosophy that "success means making meaningful work that promotes inclusivity." The name LatinTouch Agency comes from Ms. DeCastro's passion to help Latinos leave their "touch" in our world.

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The company is headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts with a second office in Westborough. For more information, please contact Ms. DeCastro at http://www.latintouchagency.com.

LatinTouch Agency Is a New Endeavor for Boston Proudly Latina Entrepreneur Alexandra Arrivillaga DeCastro

LatinTouch Agency is a new endeavor for Boston Proudly Latina entrepreneur Alexandra Arrivillaga DeCastro. The Company will have offices in Massachusetts.

Agency's goals. Prior to forming LatinTouch Agency, Ms. DeCastro was the CEO and Founder of Owl Management Consulting, LLC, Proplex 5, LLC, Social Biz, LLC and Lock It Up Security, LLC. More info here.

The company is headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts with a second office in Westborough. For more information, please contact Ms. DeCastro at http://www.latintouchagency.com. Read this for more information.

Discover Lehigh Valley Releases 2020 Guide to Lehigh Valley

Discover Lehigh Valley®, the destination marketing organization dedicated to promoting tourism in Pennsylvania's Lehigh and Northampton counties, unveiled its annual visitors guide. The 2020 Guide to Lehigh Valley seeks to inspire travelers to discover the region's unique tourism events and attractions, while showcasing profiles of local communities, the foodie scene, arts and culture, and more.

"We're excited to share our latest guide with locals and travelers alike as it is packed with things to do and insider tips for making the most of your visit to Lehigh Valley," says Alicia Quinn, vice president of marketing and strategic alliances for Discover Lehigh Valley. "From experiencing living history to exploring our great neighborhoods and family-friendly festivals, the region offers a varied mix of unforgettable events and attractions that appeal to everyone."

Included in the 2020 Guide to Lehigh Valley are features on outdoor recreation, arts and culture, Lehigh Valley's American Viticultural Area, world-class events, and more. Readers will learn firsthand from locals on why they love living, working, and playing in Lehigh Valley. The guide also helps travelers maximize their experience by finding the best places to stay, shop, and dine while offering exclusive special offers.

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"This year's guide is also the first in Discover Lehigh Valley's history to be fully written, designed and developed in-house. The playful guide pairs inspiring content with a sleek design to highlight stories that are only made possible in Lehigh Valley," added Quinn.

Discover Lehigh Valley will use the guide to reach prospective visitors through online leads, brochure racks, Pennsylvania welcome centers, welcome bags for meetings, groups and sports travelers, Mid-Atlantic AAA offices, and more.

View, download or request a copy of the guide at DiscoverLehighValley.com/VisitorsGuide and stay tuned in to @LehighValleyPa on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more insider tips and information.

About Discover Lehigh Valley
Discover Lehigh Valley®, the official destination marketing organization of Pennsylvania's Lehigh and Northampton counties, is dedicated to driving economic growth and strengthening local pride through tourism to the region. Just 60 minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes west of New York City, Lehigh Valley is home to must-see attractions and festivals, world-class sporting events, thrilling outdoor recreation, renowned colleges and universities, and historic sites including Bethlehem, a National Historic Landmark District and nominee on the U.S. Tentative List for World Heritage Designation. Many of America's favorite brands such as Crayola®, Peeps®, Mike & Ike®, Martin Guitars, Mack Trucks and Olympus reign from Lehigh Valley. Visit DiscoverLehighValley.com and follow @LehighValleyPa.

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Moving the Needle at Third and Pine – Seattle based Novaby Makes Placemaking History with Mixed Reality Experiment

Seattle's warp-speed growth has led to unintended consequences that have not only thrust the city into the national spotlight this past year, but struck at the very heart of the kind of city Seattle aims to be. Frustrated with the rhetoric, one Seattle startup has taken the conversation to the literal street at the center of the controversy: 3rd Ave between Pike and Pine.

Novaby, a digital art production company, has created a location-based, mixed-reality Placemaking experience with the goal of moving the needle in a positive way on this historic but often overlooked block. This first-of-its-kind digital approach uses viewer's mobile phones to recreate neighborhood stories and historic building features in augmented reality along with a new 46 story skyscraper under development on 2nd Ave.

The digital experience called Past Present Future: a tense balance was launched during the Seattle Design Festival in collaboration with Raven & Fox Design and Cognuxant. It invites viewers into a fun and surprising conversation about how to balance the past with the present and future demands that rapid growth brings.

What is Placemaking? And why does it matter? Julia Beabout, CEO of Novaby, explains: "Placemaking boosts the social, cultural and economic value of spaces by fostering a deeper relationship between the people and the places they inhabit. Augmented reality technology enhances this by revealing otherwise hidden qualities, opening locations in new ways, and making them more accessible, enjoyable and relevant to a wider number of people."

Novaby sees the experience as a way to give back and offer value to their community in terms of social cohesion, cultural richness and environmental sustainability. The goal of the experience is to build social capital around 3rd and Pine by creating a positive presence that encourages the community to visit the area, learn about its history and significance, and experience what it means to those that live and work there. Read this here.

Past Present Future: a tense balance is free and open to the public. It will be reprised as an event in the spring and summer of 2020. In the meantime, interested participants can arrange for individual or group tours here

About Novaby: Novaby is a global digital art production company and animation studio specializing in 3D content and augmented reality. You can follow their AR Placemaking initiatives in Seattle and around the country on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn

Clark Pest Control of Stockton, Inc. Acquires Sentinel Pest Management, based in Mission Viejo, CA

Sentinel opened its doors in 2013, when husband-and-wife team Tom and Patti Ball envisioned a family-run company that could provide effective pest control and excellent service to customers across southern California's Orange County. Tom has over 25 years' field experience as a technician, and before Sentinel, he helped build pest departments at three other companies, earning a reputation for quality work and exceptional customer service. Patti, with nearly two decades' experience in the pest management industry, enhanced Sentinel's focus on customer service with her deep knowledge of the business, compassion, and professionalism.

Sentinel has four employees, and its state-licensed technicians have been thoroughly vetted and trained by Tom and Patti to deliver the level of service that their company's customers have come to expect. That commitment to customer satisfaction is shared by Clark Pest Control.

In 1950, when Charlie Clark opened his first Clark Pest Control office in the heart of California's Central Valley, he had a vision — focus on exceptional customer service while incorporating the latest innovations in pest control. Mr. Clark began with one truck and, by holding fast to his vision, he grew his business into the largest family-owned pest management company on the West Coast. Today, Clark Pest Control has 23 service centers spread across most of California and northern Nevada, and it has over 1,000 dedicated employees, with many of them associated with the Clark organization long term.

As Clark has grown, so has its portfolio of services — with residential Year-Round Pest-Away® and termite control now complemented by commercial pest management, commercial grounds care services, weed control, residential turf and ornamental services, bed bug remediation, rodent exclusion and insulation, burrowing rodent control, home improvement construction, and much more. Clark Pest Control today is a diversified, forward-thinking pest management company with a dedication to exceed its customers' expectations with the best pest management and associated services that can be found anywhere. Read all the related news.