Every week, we dig through our calendar to bring you the five most exciting events in LA tech. Check out our top picks below, and be sure to look at our full event calendar for more LA tech events.
2nd LA Annual Timmy Awards, September 28 at 6:45 p.m.
This week, Tech In Motion is back in full force with the second annual Timmy Awards, featuring are back in full force with a number of intriguing finalists. Winners will be chosen by public voting (50 percent) and a panel of judges (50 percent), which I — John Siegel — am included in. Get your tickets now!
Virtual Reality for Animation and Today's World, September 25 at 6 p.m.
Whether it's games, virtual experiences or even shopping, virtual reality technology is on the fast track to becoming a major part of our lives. But what about the animation aspect? This week, Upload LA is hosting an event dedicated to animation in virtual and augmented reality, featuring a tutorial on how cartoons are drawn for VR (in just a few minutes, promise).
Lawgood's Legal Bar with the LAIC - Free Legal Consultations, September 26 at 4:30 p.m.
We all have legal questions from time to time, but scheduling a visit to an attorney's office and paying some ungodly sum for a few short minutes isn't all that appealing. This week, Lawgood is offering legal consultations at the Los Angeles Attorney Incubator Consortium at the Legal Bar right next to Pershing Square, covering everything from freelancer rights to startup issues and contracts.
TS2 Presents: Unlocking the Secrets of Scaling and Monetization, September 26 at 6 p.m.
In the world of technology, creating a potentially game-changing platform is just one part of the puzzle. Finding a way to monetize the platform is what ultimately decides whether the business is a success or not. This week, TS2 is hosting an event with tech, finance and venture capital experts to discuss the process of scaling and monetization in a high-paced tech environment.
How to Create a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace, September 26 at 7 p.m.
This Tuesday night, be sure to stop by the General Assembly in Santa Monica for a discussion on how tech companies can create balanced, diverse teams. The event will feature a panel of experts, including GoGuardian's Head of Talent, Tyler Bell.
From Startup to Exit: Lessons Learned, September 27 at 5 p.m.
Glendale Tech On Tap continues its series of tech-centric events with a deep dive into the process of going from a humble startup to making a successful exit. Pasadena resident Pat Holmes, a founding vice president of technology for IPC Healthcare, which was acquired for $1.6 billion in 2015, will be the keynote speaker.
Have a great week, and be sure to check out our events calendar for more LA tech events!
