Early-Stage VC Fuels Q3 (Red Herring)
M&A liquidity keeps venture market fluid. For the first time since 2001, the United States venture economy saw three quarters amounting to more than $6 billion in investments.

Entrepreneurs Spruce Up the Old Bloc (Business Week)
Forty-six businesses in ex-Communist countries climb onto our list of Europe's 500 Hot Growth Companies, up from one a year ago.

Where the Tech Jobs Are Now (CNN Money)
The IT job market is rebounding, but where you live matters. Plus: Do you have the hottest skills?

Special Announcements

Now Accepting Applications to Present at 13th Annual Venture Forum!
The Venture Forum showcases outstanding innovators from across the globe. Companies present at the Forum are drawn from a wide range of technology sectors. Larta Institute's world-class mentors prepare the best entrepreneurs to deliver presentations focused on excellent science and strong growth potential for an audience of investors, partners and customers. The event will be held at the San Francisco Marriott on May 1st & 2nd, 2007. Larta's Venture Forum is the must attend event for those seeking to get access to deal flow from around the world.

Take advantage of this early-bird announcement and apply now!
*Applications will be selected on a rolling basis.
 

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2005 Federal Technology Funding Guide
Larta Institute's annual guide to government technology funding is recognized as the nation's leading survey on Federal technology funding opportunities. Winning Government R&D Money: Federal Technology Funding Guide 2005 provides detailed information on Federal funding processes, programs, and ways to win government R&D money.


University Tech Transfer: Licensing Intellectual Property from Universities 
Universities are among the best sources of intellectual property. This white paper from Larta Institute includes approaches for finding and accessing university research, recommendations for avoiding potential pitfalls when licensing university IP, suggestions for successfully negotiating university tech transfer agreements, and illustrations of typical licensing terms and types of licenses. 

Intellectual Property Strategies for Wireless Technologies 
It is vital for startup companies involved with wireless technologies to employ sound intellectual property strategies within the context of FCC regulations. A new Larta Institute white paper, Intellectual Property Strategies for Wireless Technologies, details IP strategies while addressing considerations for obtaining FCC approval.

>>November 3-4:
TiECON Southwest 2006
"Innovation Meets Globalization," focuses on issues integral to the growth of private enterprises and non-profits. This year's event takes place at The Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California. Attendees will learn how to leverage innovation and globalization trends to create powerful business opportunities from 60+ expert speakers. Attendees will learn about innovation and globalization trends and opportunities that empower them to turn worldwide trends into powerful business opportunities. Enter special code for Larta affiliates TIESORG when registering to receive a $25 discount.

>> November 5-7:
Investors’ Circle 2006 Fall Conference & Venture Fair
This event will gather angel investors, professional venture capitalists, philanthropic investors and entrepreneurs who are using private capital to promote the transition to a sustainable future. The event will take place at the Boston Harbor Hotel, Boston, Massachusetts.

>> November 8:
Launch: Silicon Valley
This event is designed to uncover and showcase the most exciting of the newest startups in high technology. Launch: Silicon Valley is looking for new companies that are ready for launch, but are not already well-known. They will be looking for buzz, customers, mindshare, and possibly talent and partners, but can't afford their own fancy PR campaigns and exorbitant exhibition fees. For more information on submitting to exhibit or attending this event, please click here.

>> November 8:
SVASE Main Event: The Art of the Start
Art of the Start featuring Guy Kawasaki of Garage Technology Ventures, plus panels of investors and successful entrepreneurs offering time-tested, battle-hardened business strategies plus practical and actionable advice you can use to accelerate your success. For further information please click here.

>> December 6-8:
Fourth Annual Global CONNECT Meeting
In four years, the Global CONNECT Annual Meeting has grown into a major gathering of leaders of regional business accelerators from around the world. Participants in the meeting include specialists in technology-based economic development, and senior policymakers.

>> December 16:
CONNECT’s 19^th Annual Most Innovative New Product Awards Luncheon
The MIP Awards is CONNECT's annual competition honoring the vision, hard work and perseverance that transform ideas and technologies into products. Now in its 19th year, the Awards continue the tradition of showcasing local companies with cutting-edge high technology.