I recently wrote a blog post about why I believe that startup teams in close proximity perform better. once mentioned this idea to a fellow SoCal VC when I told him I wanted a CIC in LA and he said, “Co-location is dead. You can start with as little as one person and sit in a shared space that sort of feels like a coffee house. MORE >>

So, just for kicks, I sat down and put together a list — if you were really into buying stuff from just Southern California — of a consumer computer setup  based on products from companies stretching from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Make sure to check out ThisNext (Santa Monica) for any good product reviews. MORE >>

I recently posted about the Increase in Early-Stage Startup Activity in Los Angeles. In that post, I mentioned how one of the signals is the big increase in number of startup events and the number of attendees at those events. So, if you happen to read this and want to meet me, just reach out directly. MORE >>

so I feel I have an unbiased appreciation for BOTH Californias. was recently interviewed for an article that appeared in Fast Company titled, “ Why you should start a business in LA.&#  If you’re interested in the topic it’s worth a read, but I thought I’d elaborate on the topic since it comes up all the time. MORE >>

Suite Quarterly has identified the top leaders in Southern California's technology industry, and is honoring them Wednesday evening at an event at the Viceroy in Santa Monica. southern california startups entrepreneurs csqmag event awardWho are the top technology and innovations leaders? READ MORE>>. MORE >>