Interesting facts presented at the Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum from the BCG Group’s research called “Stars Aligning: How Southern California Could Be the Next Great Tech Ecosystem” provided for the Alliance for SoCal Innovation as well as research from Amplify LA called “The Los Angeles Tech & Venture Scene 2018”.

The recently enacted Tax Cuts and Jobs Act slashed individual tax rates, accordingly Roth conversions just went on sale but the tax bargain may not last forever. The primary advantage of converting a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA is the funds will not be subject to income tax upon withdrawal if certain rules are followed.

While market volatility can be nerve-racking for investors, reacting emotionally and changing long-term investment strategies in response to short-term declines could prove more harmful than helpful. By adhering to a well-thought-out investment plan, ideally agreed upon in advance of periods of volatility, investors may be better able to remain calm during periods of short-term uncertainty.

Very exciting to watch SpaceX's Falcon Heavy test flight with the Side Cores landing side-by-side at Cape Canaveral. Falcon Heavy was designed from the outset to carry humans into space and restores the possibility of flying missions with crew to the Moon or Mars.

If you are looking for a job in Tech (engineering, product, marketing, design, sales, finance, operations) this is a MUST ATTEND event. And even if you're not looking for a new job, this is an amazing opportunity to meet and network with all of the top LA tech companies, VCs/CEOs, City/Civic leaders, and the LA tech community at large.

Employers should begin using the 2018 withholding tables as soon as possible. Many employees will begin to see increases in their paychecks to reflect the new law in February.