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BAY AREA TECH WIRE -- Nov. 20, 2014
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o San Francisco-Based Getaround Lands $24 Million, Plans Expansion
o San Francisco-Based Ditto Raises $5 Million in New Funding
o Berkeley-Based Tanium Hires Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Marketing Officer
o San Francisco-Based DocuSign Lands Investments from Samsung, BBVA
o S.F.-Based Aging2.0 Selects 20 Startups for Year-Long Accelerator
o Briefly Noted: Imatchative, Beepi, Frankly - Victoria's Secret
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o San Francisco-Based Getaround Lands $24 Million, Plans Expansion
San Francisco -- Getaround, the San Francisco-based developer of a peer-to-peer carsharing community, said on Thursday it has raised $24 million in its second round of funding, led by Cox Automotive, the owner of AutoTrader, Kelley Blue Book and Manheim Auctions. Menlo Ventures, Triangle Peak Partners and SOS Ventures also participated in the round, which increased the company's total backing to more than $40 million. With the funding, Getaround said it plans to expand its service into major U.S. markets, starting with Oakland, Portland and Washington DC in early 2015. Getaround's Connect hardware and new iPhone and Android apps are designed to let users instantly share cars without waiting for their requests to be approved or meeting in-person to get the keys. "Our focus has shifted to an entirely on-demand sharing experience and we have seen tremendous traction with this model," said founder Jessica Scorpio.
http://www.getaround.com
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20141120005242/en/Getaround-Closes-24-Million-Series-Financing-Rolls#.VG4v-jTF_ng
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o San Francisco-Based Ditto Raises $5 Million in New Funding
San Francisco -- Ditto, the San Francisco-based developer of an e-commerce site for eyewear, said on Thursday it has raised $5 million in a new round of funding from August Capital and National Vision. The company now has raised $8 million since its inception, including a seed round led by August. The company will use the latest proceeds to bolster its technology and grow its staff. Ditto's site allows customers to record a short video of their face from their smartphone or webcam to create a 3D image. They then can virtually try-on glasses and sunglasses in 180-degree views. The company also announced a partnership with National Vision, the nation's fourth largest optical retailer and operator of America's Best, Eyeglass World and Vision Center inside select Walmart stores. Through the deal, Ditto will license its technology and experiment with in-store kiosks at America's Best locations.
http://www.ditto.com
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dittocom-gets-an-additional-5m-to-bring-the-right-pair-of-glasses-to-you-partners-with-americas-best-283312641.html
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o Berkeley-Based Tanium Hires Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Marketing Officer
Berkeley, Calif. -- Tanium, the Berkeley-based developer of a systems and security management platform, on Thursday named Chad Fulgham as its chief strategy officer and Jennifer Johnson as its chief marketing officer. Fulgham is the former CIO of the FBI, while Johnson was recently a partner at venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz. "As Tanium continues through its next phases of hyper-growth, Chad and Jennifer bring the expertise needed to help drive the company forward," said Orion Hindawi, the company's co-founder and CTO. The hires come five months after Tanium landed a $90 million investment from Andreessen Horowitz. The company's platform is designed to let users quickly detect and mitigate damages from outages and cyber-attacks, then distribute and install updates and shut down processes.
http://www.tanium.com
http://www.tanium.com/news/announcing-new-additions-to-taniums-leadership-team/
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o San Francisco-Based DocuSign Lands Investments from Samsung, BBVA
San Francisco -- DocuSign, the San Francisco-based developer of a platform that lets users make secure transactions through their smart phones, said on Thursday it has landed new investments from Samsung Venture Investment and BBVA Ventures. Financial terms of the deals were not disclosed. The news comes six weeks after DocuSign also landed an investment from Recruit Holdings, a Japan-based provider of IT business consulting services.
https://www.docusign.com/press-releases/samsung-ventures-invests-in-docusign
https://www.docusign.com/press-releases/bbva-ventures-makes-investment-in-docusign
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o S.F.-Based Aging2.0 Selects 20 Startups for Year-Long Accelerator
San Francisco -- Aging2.0, a San Francisco-based organization focused on accelerating innovation to improve the lives of older adults, on Thursday announced 20 startups that will take part in its 2014-2015 Aging2.0 Academy. The year-long accelerator program will provide companies with mentorship, market insight and access to potential investors. The program also has an affiliation with Google for Entrepreneurs, giving members access to additional resources. The selected startups are focused on several challenges in aging and long-term care, including family caregiving, cognitive impairment, end of life, fall prevention, safety, loneliness, care coordination, loss of independence, the digital divide and the need for new, lower cost care delivery models. Participants will include three local companies -- Sunnyvale-based Vynca and San Francisco-based GeriJoy and Life Assist Technologies.
http://www.aging2.com
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20141120005278/en/Aging2.0-Academy-Announces-Class-Startups-Focused-Aging#.VG4lqTTF_ng
_____________________________________________o Briefly Noted:
(San Francisco) San Francisco-based Imatchative, developer of a platform designed to help investors and hedge funds identify more compatible investment relationships, has named Sam Bieker as its head of strategy. Bieker previously worked on the interest rates desk at Banc of America Securities, then in prime brokerage at BofA and BNP Paribas.
http://www.imatchative.com
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20141120005650/en/Sam-Bieker-Appointed-Head-Strategy-iMATCHATIVE#.VG4JfDTF_ng
(Los Altos, Calif.) Los Altos-based Beepi, developer of a peer-to-peer marketplace to buy and sell cars online, on Thursday named Tom Tang as its vice president of digital growth. Tang most recently served as the vice president of analytics at TrueCar, where he managed the company's marketing and dealer-side analytics programs, pricing model development and trading products intelligence.
https://www.beepi.com
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20141120005237/en/Beepi-Hires-Tom-Tang-Vice-President-Digital#.VG4KfzTF_ng
(San Francisco) San Francisco-based Frankly, developer of a mobile messaging app, said it has partnered with Victoria's Secret PINK to power chat in its PINK Nation iOS and Android apps. The company, which has raised nearly $22 million in funding since its inception, said the agreement marks the start of its new focus to bring its chat technology to other app developers through its newly launched Chat SDK.
http://www.franklychat.com/
http://www.marketwired.com/press-release/frankly-partners-with-victorias-secret-pink-power-interactive-chat-on-pink-nation-app-nyse-ltd-1970159.htm
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> Chief Information Officer - Washoe County, Nevada
Reporting to the Assistant County Manager, the CIO will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Technology Services Department and provide guidance and support to the Information Technology Advisory Committee. As the Department Director, the CIO will oversee a staff of 75 employees in deploying, utilizing, and leveraging information technology to enhance productivity, broaden the capabilities, and reduce the operating costs of Washoe County government. A Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of progressively responsible management experience managing IT services is required. Salary range is $109,886 to $142,834 DOQ plus excellent executive benefits. Detailed brochure available at www.ralphandersen.com Confidential inquiries to (916) 630-4900. Send cover letter, resume, and current compensation to apply@ralphandersen.com prior to December 5, 2014.
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> IT Services Department Manager, Turlock Irrigation District
Nestled between the awe-inspiring Sierra Nevada and the greater Bay Area, the Chief Financial Officer for the Turlock Irrigation District (TID) is conducting a national search to find an experienced Information Technology Services Department Manager. Ideal candidates will be highly skilled technology professionals. The successful candidate must have a proven and verifiable track record with providing technology solutions for leveraging existing systems and transitioning TID to a more integrated, contemporary, state-of-the-art technology organization with significantly improved technology applications to support all aspects of the public utilities administrative (finance, personnel, customer billing, and customer service) and operational needs. A Bachelor’s degree and at least ten (10) years of progressive experience with at least three (3) years of management experience required. Salary to $151,434. Interested candidate should email their resume and compelling cover letter to apply@ralphandersen.com This position is open until filled; First review of resumes will begin 12/5/14. Detailed brochure available at www.ralphandersen.com Confidential inquires to Robert Burg at 916/630-4900.
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> Senior Manager, External Reporting - Mode Media, Brisbane CA
Mode Media is a leading vertical social media company with the largest online global reach in lifestyle and among the top 10 of the Wall Street Journal’s annual ranking of the top 50 U.S. venture-backed companies. The Sr. Manager, External Reporting has primary responsibility for all external reporting and compliance. This includes SEC reporting as well as all other regulatory agencies. This position will also act as coordination of any requirements globally. This person will work with the Corporate Accounting Group to provide assistance with the Company’s audit requirements and management of the public accounting firm (E&Y) during the quarterly and annual review/audit process. The manager helps build and maintain a “World Class” accounting and operations service and support organization. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required. 10 years’ experience, with at least 5 years of experience at public accounting firm, Big 4 preferred and 2 yrs experience as SEC reporting manager. Strong project management, leadership, relationship development and people management skills. Results orientation with an ability to manage the overall project, collaborate with different individuals across the organization and at target companies. To Apply: https://hire.jobvite.com/j?aj=o8CsZfwV&s=Bay_Area_Tech_Wire
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> Senior Analyst - Consumer Services US
Current Analysis is seeking to recruit a Senior Analyst to join the Consumer Services US team contributing to Current Analysis' existing capabilities and coverage in the US mobile, fixed and converged providers of consumer’s services. The ideal candidate will have exceptional knowledge of the key US wireless players, service portfolios and strategies, with strong knowledge in the following areas: Mobile data, WiFi calling, carrier-OTT partnerships, the MVNO competitive landscape and emerging innovation in the areas of carrier-branded VAS. Qualified candidates should have relevant market knowledge as well as a proven ability to analyze companies their services portfolios and corporate marketing positions. 5+ years professional experience as an analyst, technical writer, journalist, marketing or product management in IT, telecoms or related fields. Experience in tracking and analyzing Consumer Services in the US. Proven written, verbal and interpersonal skills in English required. Proven public event and/or sales presentation experience. Effective prioritization and time management skills. Able to work independently from home office and travel moderately within the US. Bachelor’s Degree required. Current Analysis offers competitive compensation packages and benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401(k). We are an Equal Employment Opportunity organization. To learn more about Current Analysis, please visit us at www.currentanalysis.com Send resumes to ieppolito@currentanalysis.com
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> Human Services Agency IT Director - City and County of San Francisco
Seeking dynamic leader to manage $22.5 million division budget and staff of 75. An exciting civil service career opportunity to match system management expertise to improve client’s quality of life and customer experience through technology. Bachelor’s degree plus 7 years of increasingly responsible experience with at least 3 years of management experience is required. Salary range up to $174,382 plus outstanding benefits and retirement. Detailed brochure available at www.ralphandersen.com Confidential inquires welcomed to Robert Burg at (916) 630-4900. Apply online at http://www.jobaps.com/SF/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=PBT&R2=0942&R3=063112
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