2020 LAVA Awards Recognizes Business Investment Excellence In Los Angeles Moving tribute to Kobe Bryant, Hall of Fame inductee Kara Nortman, and industry leader appearances including Mayor Garcetti underscore the non-profit's commitment to the venture community News provided by Share this article Share this article LOS ANGELES, Dec. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- LAVA's 2020 Awards Show, a production of the Los Angeles Venture Association (LAVA) and sponsored by Verizon 5G, celebrates startup and investment success unique to the LA venture scene. Amplifying LAVA's reemergence as a resource hub for investors, founders, and influencers in LA's venture ecosystem, the 2020 Awards are available to stream through the organization's website, www.lava.org.