LA’s burgeoning startup space features a multitude of weekly events that allow the curious to explore the area, learn something new or just have a few drinks with like-minded people. Thankfully, the weather in LA rarely prohibits events from taking place. Here are the top five LA startup events to check out this week.
Los Angeles WordPress Mentorships, April 18 at 7 p.m.
Natalie MacLees, founder and principal of the interactive agency Purple Pen Productions will speak at the Apple Store in Santa Monica on what you need to be taking advantage of in WordPress. The event is also a great opportunity to network with like-minded individuals!
The Future of Designing for the Customer, April 19 at 7 p.m.
The customer, as always, is always right. The only caveat to that statement is that the customer now knows that their list of options is virtually endless, and that is why customer-focused design is the way of the future. Head down to General Assembly LA on April 19 to learn about the strategy behind designing for the customer, and how your business can take advantage.
Purpose Pays: Defining Your Brand’s Purpose Workshop, April 20 at 6 p.m.
Defining a company’s brand isn’t as easy as it sounds. There will be a discussion of brands that are purpose-driven and are succeeding at optimal rates. The event is designed to speak to brands both big and small, and the location in Venice is tough to beat.
Employment Law Briefing Designed for Start-up Companies, April 21 at 2 p.m.
The onboarding process can define how a startup works on a day-to-day basis, and with the demand for the best and brightest employees steadily growing, the need to stand out is high. Head over to the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator on April 21 to learn about how to draft job postings, employment applications, offer letters, and employment agreements.
Social Media Masters - Learn to become a social master, April 23 at 12 p.m.
Social media has never been more popular than it is now, and with its landscape consistently shifting based on consumer wants and needs, it’s important to maintain a presence on as many channels as possible. This discussion will cover the best practices of social media usage for small businesses.
Have a great week, and be sure to check out our events calendar for more LA tech events!
