415TECH Sponsors
Adobe Systems Inc.
www.adobe.com
345 Park Avenue
San Jose, CA 95110
408-536-6000 (phone)
408-537-4031 (fax)
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Founded in 1982, Adobe Systems is a leading provider of
graphic design, publishing, and imaging software for Web
and print production, and the second largest desktop software
company in the world with annual revenues approaching
$1 billion. The company builds award-winning software solutions
for Web and graphic designers, professional publishers,
document-intensive organizations, business users, and consumers.
Adobe's products enable customers to create, publish and deliver
visually-rich images and documents across all print and electronic
media. The company employs over 2,800 employees worldwide
and has operations in North America, Europe, the Pacific Rim,
Japan and Latin America. Adobe's worldwide headquarters are in
San Jose, California.
Britton Silberman & Cervantez LLP
From its home office in the South Park neighborhood of
San Francisco, Britton Silberman & Cervantez LLP serves
companies throughout California, New York, and the world in
venture funding, corporate, licensing, and intellectual property
matters. Our eight attorneys represent more than two hundred
emerging and established concerns in the field of software,
hardware, entertainment, electronic commerce, web design,
online access, content, audio distribution, professional services,
finance, and product distribution. The firm's mission is to enable
today's new start-up technology companies to become tomorrow's
industry giants.
Computer Currents Publishing Corp.
Computer Currents Magazine and ComputerCurrents.com
provide popular resources for computer users including:
CC's Award-Winning Magazine Editorial, Daily Industry News,
a High-Tech Dictionary, Online Quoting Services, Training and
Career Resources, Y2K Resources, Contests and many other
compelling features! Computer Currents audience is comprised
of IT professionals, network administrators, web developers
and technology decision makers in industries from academics
to telecommunications.
CNET: The Computer Network
CNET, Inc. is at the leading edge of media companies,
producing a branded Internet network and television programming
for both targeted and general audiences. Online and on television,
CNET is the leading authority on computers, the Internet and digital
technologies. CNET's network serves millions of users each day.
CNET television programming airs on USA Network, the Sci-Fi
Channel and in national syndication, as well in 40 foreign countries.
With CardScan Executive, get piles of business cards into your
PC or PDA without typing hundreds of names and phone numbers
by hand. This slick hardware/software combination includes the
latest CardScan software and business card scanner. Feed a card
into the scanner, the software accurately organizes the information
into the correct fields. CardScan synchronizes with your PalmPilot,
Palm III, Palm III x or Palm V connected organizer, any Windows
CE device, and with free Intellisync for CardScan - Lotus Notes,
Microsoft Outlook, ACT! and more. CardScan is fast, simple and,
thanks to improved AccuCard technology, it's the most accurate
business card scanner on the market today!
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Dudley F. Wing Jr.
415-392-8593
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Founding Editors William Taylor and Alan Webber started this
magazine with two fundamental propositions: there is a new world
of business evolving, and there is a community committed to new
ways of working, competing, living and growing. The magazine
writes about the new economy and workplace for people who
believe in fusing tough-minded performance with sane human
values. We give you real tools to solve real problems. Over the
past two years, that vision has evolved into a movement. We've
heard from fans who swear to read each issue cover-to-cover.
We've introduced readers to models and mentors from fast
companies all over the world. And we've launched the debate
about work and life in the new economy. And starting in August,
we're going monthly.
garage.com
www.garage.com
420 Florence Avenue
Suite 300
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-470-0950 |
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| Entrepreneur Development Manager |
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Barbara Gnos
650-470-0942 |
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Geoff Baum
650-470-0949
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| Manager of Investor Services |
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Gina Poss
650-470-0948
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Garage.com makes the seed capital marketplace more efficient
and effective. Using the Web and its extensive network of
leading national professional service providers, garage.com
brings together high-quality entrepreneurs and experienced
investors.
Garage.com's online process enables entrepreneurs to submit
business proposals confidentially through the garage.com
Web site. Rigorous screening ensures that only the best startup
investment opportunities are presented online to its exclusive
network of member investors in the password-protected portion
of garage.com's Web site.
Garage.com focuses on companies that represent attractive
investment opportunities for individual and professional high
tech investors in information technology and life sciences.
Generally, these companies are seeking $500,000 to
$1,500,000 in seed funding.
Give Something Back sells office products, toner, paper, printing,
computer supplies and business furniture. All profits are donated to
nonprofit groups and community organizations. Get the business
products you want at low prices with free next-day delivery on orders
of $50 or more. GSB Business Express offers prices guaranteed to
beat those of the national superstores and an easy-to-use
alphabetically organized catalog. Offices in Oakland and Sacramento.
ICONOCAST Inc.
www.iconocast.com
470 Third St. #102
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-778-0800
415-778-0808 (fax) |
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A free,
weekly e-mail list founded by award-winning publisher Michael Tchong in 1997
for marketing, advertising and research professionals, ICONOCAST concisely
chronicles the trends, metrics and rumors driving interactive marketing at
Internet speed. With the launch of Web Attack!, The Ultimate Internet
Marketing Event, June 17-18 at Fort Mason, ICONOCAST plans to redefine the
conference industry with two days of highly concentrated, carefully
presented content.
The Industry Standard
The Industry Standard is the single source for timely,
thought provoking information about the Internet Economy.
Written for senior-level executives who view the Internet as
competitive tool, The Industry Standard delivers sophisticated
coverage of the people, the companies, and the business models
shaping our new business world. With insightful news analysis,
business model reviews, personality profiles, industry metrics
and executive recruiting, every week The Industry Standard is
everything today's Internet business leader needs to make
decisions faster, smarter...better.
i-Step Communications started doing web site design back in 1995
and has since evolved into a full service company offering a range
of services from LAN-WAN design and implementation to a complete
line of internet services such as DSL, nationwide modem dialup,
co-location, as well as web site design and hosting. We pride
ourselves in providing close personal attention to our customers.
MDG.org
(the interactive media trade association)
www.mdg.org
520 Third Street Suite 257
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-512-3556
415-512-3569 fax |
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MDG.org is a non-profit market and business development
trade association serving interactive media companies
nationally and internationally. MDG.org's mission is to
connect its member companies with prospective partners
through networking and promotion opportunites and to
provide access to a broad range of industry and business
development issues. MDG.org also cultivates relationships
with local, national, and international business associations and
governmental entities, expanding members' business
opportunities in the United States and abroad.
MetLife Financial Services
www.metlife.com
East Bay Agency
7677 Oakport Street, Suite 820
Oakland, CA 94621
510-567-9770
510-567-8409 (fax)
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MetLife is one of the world's largest, strongest and most
respected financial organizations. Our Company has been
delivering reliable, high-quality service to customers for more
than 128 years. Although we're best known for life insurance,
we offer a full range of financial products and services, which
include: Mutual Funds and Annuities - Estate Analysis
Retirement Planning - Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning - Small Business Products & Services
We and our affiliates insure or administer coverage for
millions of people around the world.
Nomad Design and Services, Ltd.
Nomad Design specializes in innovative design and printing
with customers ranging from entertainment to advertisers
to high tech industries. Nomad recently acquired the capacity to
print in house with a Heidlberg DI. We specialized in quick turn
4 color printing.
PERCEPTICON Corporation
The PERCEPTICON commitment to design excellence and
artistic vision extends to each project we undertake. With
years of diverse experience, our team is skilled in the creation
and implementation of website and print solutions with strategic
concepts, compelling design, intuitive interactive architecture
and the successful integration of high-end Internet technologies.
Learn more about our recent work at
http://www.percepticon.com/recentwork/.
The Premium Network is a network of web sites that provides for
strategic ad banner placement, rich media sponsorships, and
effective contests and promotions. The network is hosted by
Ken Margolis Associates and was established to bring on-line
advertising capabilities to a higher level. Ken Margolis Associates
is an advertising rep and marketing consulting firm, specializing
in selling Internet advertising. KMA provides its customers with
a full range of services, including advertising representation,
ad banner serving, account management and client billing.
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the world's largest
professional services organization, helps clients
build value, manage risk and improve performance.
Drawing on the talents of more than 140,000 people
in 152 countries, PwC provides a full range of business
advisory services to leading global, national and
local companies and public institutions.
Serving over 15 million page views per month, SF Gate is,
by far, the most popular site focusing on the Bay Area.
Founded in 1994, SF Gate was the first major Website
dedicated to reflecting the spirit of the region through news,
information, communication, and commerce. SF Gate is the
Bay Area's #1 content site as ranked by Media Metrix.
Over 60% of SF Gate users visit the site at least once a day.
SF Gate is the essential online choice for the Bay Area.
Silicon Valley Tours
www.siliconvalley.com
54 Fourth Street Suite 511
San Francisco, CA 94103
415-902-3921
415-495-7653 (fax) |
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Designed for groups of professionals, Silicon Valley
Tours offers informative and stimulating tours of Silicon Valley, San
Francisco's Multimedia Gulch, clusters of high-technology and other
innovative business environments. Group tours can be arranged to complement
conventions, conferences and meetings with local companies. Let us
custom tailor to the interest of participants and sponsoring companies.
Companies hosting visitors for purposes such a sales team building or
customer relations will find tours enhance experiences for
visitors.
Sprint PCS
San Francisco Business Sales Office: 415-836-1600
East Bay Business Sales Office: 925-469-2700
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Sprint PCS, the only 100% Digital, 100% PCS Nationwide Network
built from the ground up for a new level of clarity is proud to sponsor
the 415 TECH. To thank you for attending the 415 TECH, Sprint
PCS is offering plans as low as $29.99 mo. for 120 mins. with
FREE DOMESTIC LONG DISTANCE or 500 NIGHTS AND
WEEKENDS MINUTES. In addition you can receive 30 FREE
additional minutes per month for 2 years when you sign up before
6/11/99. Don't forget to ask about features like integrated paging
and text messaging, wireless data transmission and enhanced
voice messaging. Restrictions apply. Please see your Sprint PCS
representative for separate, printed Sprint PCS materials
with complete details and limitations of offers.
Stacey's Bookstore
www.staceys.com
581 Market Street (between 1st and 2nd)
San Francisco, CA 94105
415-421-4687 / 800-926-6511 |
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219 University Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-326-0681
19625 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Cupertino, CA 95014
408-253-7521
| Business Development |
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Mike Hurst
415-421-4687 ext. 250
cmh@staceys.com
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| Marketing Manager |
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Colleen Lindsay
415-421-4687 ext. 221
cbl@staceys.com
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| Commercial Accounts |
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Christian Reilly
415-421-4687 |
Stacey's Bookstore is one the largest independent bookstore
in the bay area. We specialize in computer and technical books,
but also have a huge selection of fiction and non-fiction. Our
Commercial Accounts program offers businesses, libraries,
and schools in the Bay Area up to 25% off book orders.
1777 Bothelo Road
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
925-280-8500
925-280-8599 (fax)
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Krista Frahm
925-280-8500
kfrahm@verio.net
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Verio Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive business Internet services --
including broadband connectivity, virtual private networks, Web-hosting
solutions and e-commerce with an emphasis on serving the small and
mid-sized business market. Verio has rapidly established a global presence
through the acquisition, integration and growth of independent Internet
providers with a business customer focus. Verio supports its operations with
highly reliable and scalable national infrastructure and systems including a
facilities-based Tier One national network. Verio delivers locally-based
sales and engineering support in 41 of the top 50 U.S. markets under the
Verio brand name.
24 Hour Fitness
www.24hourfitness.com
Marathon Plaza
303 2nd Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-543-7808
415-543-7855 (fax) |
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24 Hour Fitness centers are designed
for comfort and enjoyment of people of all ages, fitness levels and
abilities. You'll find some "beautiful people", body builders
and "gym rats", but mostly, you'll find ordinary people
working hard to get in shape and stay in shape. Our trained staff works with
you to help you meet your own personal fitness goals. 24 Hour Fitness began
its ascent to the top in 1983 as a one club operation in Northern
California. By the end of 1994, that lone club had grown to more than 32
fitness centers in Northern California, giving birth to the 24 Hour Nautilus
fitness chain. 24 Hour Fitness now boasts more than 284 facilities and
continues to add clubs at a pace unprecedented in the industry. San
Francisco locations include Marathon Plaza, Van Ness Ave, California St.,
North Point, Marina, Potrero Hills and Ocean
Avenue.
