Friday, December 19, 2014

Bay Area Tech Wire -- Dec. 19

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BAY AREA TECH WIRE -- Dec. 19, 2014
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Palo Alto-Based Geenio Raises $2M in Seed Funding, Launches Platform
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Sunnyvale-Based Pinnatta Lands $1.2M in Funding, Hits 1 Million Users
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Roche Acquires Redwood City-Based Bina Technologies
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S.F.-Based GI Partners to Acquire Canadian Healthcare IT Firm Logibec
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T-Mobile to Pay More Than $90 Million to Settle FTC "Cramming" Suit
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o Palo Alto-Based Geenio Raises $2M in Seed Funding, Launches Platform

Palo Alto, Calif. -- Geenio, the Palo Alto-based developer of a cloud-based learning platform for enterprise customers, said on Friday it has raised $2 million in a new seed round of funding from several individual investors. The company said it will use the proceeds to continue building its team and developing its product. Geenio also said it has officially launched its subscription-based system, which is used to create interactive online courses and manage learning processes across organizations. "The original idea for Geenio sprung out of a need to onboard and train our own early employees," said founder and CEO Konstantin Andreev. "We realized that most available tools did not adhere to modern web app standards. Rather, what we encountered was a lot of interfaces and user experiences that were consistent with the technologies of the mid 1990s."
https://geen.io/
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20141219005952/en/Geenio-Launches%C2%A0Full-Cycle-Learning-System%C2%A0for-Enterprise%C2%A0Raises-2M#.VJSIPsAM 
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o Sunnyvale-Based Pinnatta Lands $1.2M in Funding, Hits 1 Million Users

Sunnyvale, Calif. -- Pinnatta, the Sunnyvale-based developer of a mobile messaging platform allowing users to exchange interactive messages, said on Friday it has raised an additional $1.2 million in funding and surpassed 1 million registered users. Participants in the round, which increases the company's total backing to $3.7 million since its inception, included Odyssey Venture Partners, PJ Tech Catalyst, Lebara, Andrew Wright and Hirokazu Mashita. The company's iPhone, Android and Amazon apps offer more than 500 interactive cards, personalized videos and customized messages, which recipients can interact with by touching, rubbing, shaking, swiping, pinching or blowing on their phones. "This new round of funding will help us bring Pinnatta to more regions and more devices like the iPad in the in the coming year, in addition to hiring new talent," said co-founder and CEO George Spanoudakis.
http://www.pinnatta.com 
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sunnyvale-start-up-pinnatta-hits-1-million-registered-users-worldwide-raises-12-million-in-additional-funding-300011589.html 
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o Roche Acquires Redwood City-Based Bina Technologies

Redwood City, Calif. -- Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche said on Friday it has acquired Redwood City-based Bina Technologies, developer of a big data research platform. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Bina will be integrated into the Roche Sequencing unit, and will continue to focus on the development of its genomic analysis tool. Bina's genomic management tool is designed to improve the speed and cost of genomic analyses. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently selected the platform to provide whole genome, whole exome and SNP Chip DNA data analysis as part of its Million Veteran Program (MVP), which aims to enroll 1 million veterans. Bina is backed by Sierra Ventures, Signatures Capital, Columbus Nova Technology Partners and AME Cloud Ventures.
http://www.bina.com 
http://www.roche.com 
http://blog.bina.com/news/bina-technologies-acquired-by-roche 
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o S.F.-Based GI Partners to Acquire Canadian Healthcare IT Firm Logibec

San Francisco -- GI Partners, middle market private equity firm based in San Francisco, said on Friday it will acquire Canadian healthcare IT company Logibec from current owner OMERS Private Equity. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Logibec, which has approximately 300 employees, specializes in clinical and administrative information systems. "We strongly believe in the company's recurring revenue model, providing solid downside protection for our investment, coupled with the company's clear growth potential," said Dave Kreter, vice president of GI Partners. "We will pursue various strategic initiatives to unlock that potential, such as introducing new product lines, expanding into new geographies and executing add-on acquisitions."
http://www.logibec.com 
http://www.gipartners.com 
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/gi-partners-to-acquire-logibec-300012327.html 
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o T-Mobile to Pay More Than $90 Million to Settle FTC "Cramming" Suit

Washington, DC -- Wireless carrier T-Mobile will pay at least $90 million to settle allegations that it billed customers for unauthorized third-arty charges -- a practice known as mobile cramming. Under the settlement, which settles the Federal Trade Commission's lawsuit against T-Mobile filed in July, the company will offer full refunds to all affected customers. The suit claimed that T-Mobile allowed third parties to "cram" unauthorized charges -- for services like horoscopes, love tips and celebrity gossip -- onto customer bills, receiving 35%-40% of each charge. "Consumers should be able to trust that their mobile phone bills reflect the charges they authorized and nothing more," said FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez. In addition to refunds T-Mobile will pay $18 million in fines and penalties to the attorneys general of all 50 states and DC, as well as $4.5 million to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
http://www.ftc.gov/news-events/press-releases/2014/12/t-mobile-pay-least-90-million-including-full-consumer-refunds 
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(San Francisco) San Francisco-based Lending Club, developer of an online marketplace connecting borrowers and investors, said that residents of Massachusetts are now able to invest through its marketplace. Massachusetts, whose residents have borrowed more than $150 million through the site, becomes the 28th state to allow the practice.
https://www.lendingclub.com/public/lending-club-press-2014-12-18.action 

(Sunnyvale, Calif.) Sunnyvale-based Bidgely, a developer of web-based energy analytics serving utility customers, has named John Lin as its vice president of sales. Lin most recently worked at Enlighted, where he led sales of its energy efficiency platform to commercial customers.
http://www.bidgely.com/ 
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20141218006303/en/Bidgely-Welcomes-John-Lin-Vice-President-Sales#.VJQnDsAM 

(Redwood City, Calif.) Redwood City-based Comprehend Systems, a developer of cloud-based clinical development tools for researchers, has named David Schneider to its board of directors. Schneider currently serves as the chief revenue officer at ServiceNow.
http://www.comprehend.com/david-schneider-joins-bod/ 

(Palo Alto, Calif.) Technology Crossover Ventures (TCV), the Palo Alto-based venture capital firm, on Friday promoted Ted Coons and Daniel O'Keefe from principals to general partners, and Sean Giese from vice president to principal. Coons and O'Keefe are based in the firm's New York office, and Giese is located in its Palo Alto headquarters.
http://www.tcv.com
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20141219005981/en/Technology-Crossover-Ventures-Promotes-Ted-Coons-Daniel#.VJSHosAM 

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THE CENTECH GROUP, Inc. (CENTECH) is seeking a talented Senior Software Developer with in-depth full lifecycle software development experience to support internal application development efforts in Falls Church, VA. As a part of our development team, this member will interface with business stakeholders to perform business requirements elicitation and analysis; execute the development of approved designs and work packages; perform complex system builds and deployments; perform unit testing and provide post deployment management. Required skills: C#, ASP. NET, .NET Framework, Web Forms/Services, SQL Server, Javascript, JQuery, TFS, Source Safe, Stored Procedures, DB administration, and some SP preferred. Send resumes to: developers@centechgroup.com and reference this Tech Wire job posting. EOE/M/F/D/V
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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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