2010 Spring Conference and Venture Fair
by Deb Parsons — last modified 2009-12-14 23:09
April 18-20, 2010
The Westin, San Francisco, CA
For Companies seeking funding the deadline to apply is January 13, 2010, click here for more information.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Monday, December 28, 2009
TCN - Boston - Negotiation & Valuation
TCN Presents: Negotiation & Valuation
Entrepreneurs have always struggled to develop and defend early stage corporate valuations as they seek to raise equity financing. In today’s economic environment, where investors are strapped for cash and looking for the lowest risk alternatives, the already difficult task of defending your corporate valuation is nearly impossible. In this new financial world, how do entrepreneurs and investors ever arrive at common ground?
To help answer this question, entrepreneurial Founders, CEOs, CFOs and private investors are welcome at this once-a-year TCN Roundtable where valuation methodologies, metrics, tactics and tips are discussed by successful Boston-area entrepreneurs, angels, venture capitalists and industry experts. A case study of a recent successful financing in New England will test your valuation abilities and acumen in real time. This program has challenged (and amused) even the most experienced entrepreneurs and investors over the years.
Come and add your voice to the mix, meet other professionals, and most importantly, get the inside perspective you need to develop and defend your company’s valuation.
Speakers:
Bettina Hein - Founder and CEO, Pixability, Inc.
Bard Salmon - Chairman of the Board, Perillon Software
Moderator:
Michael Conza – Partner, Bingham McCutchen LLP
Date: 1/27/10
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm (doors open at 5:30pm for networking)
Location: Bingham McCutchen at 1 Federal Street Boston, MA
Event Fees: TCNSeasonPass Holders – FREE, Approved Guests – FREE, TCN Affiliates - $35, Students - $20, All Others - $60.
Go to our website to register
Michelle Hipwood
Chief Operating Officer
The Capital Network
www.thecapitalnetwork.org
LinkedIn Group: The Capital Network - Boston
Entrepreneurs have always struggled to develop and defend early stage corporate valuations as they seek to raise equity financing. In today’s economic environment, where investors are strapped for cash and looking for the lowest risk alternatives, the already difficult task of defending your corporate valuation is nearly impossible. In this new financial world, how do entrepreneurs and investors ever arrive at common ground?
To help answer this question, entrepreneurial Founders, CEOs, CFOs and private investors are welcome at this once-a-year TCN Roundtable where valuation methodologies, metrics, tactics and tips are discussed by successful Boston-area entrepreneurs, angels, venture capitalists and industry experts. A case study of a recent successful financing in New England will test your valuation abilities and acumen in real time. This program has challenged (and amused) even the most experienced entrepreneurs and investors over the years.
Come and add your voice to the mix, meet other professionals, and most importantly, get the inside perspective you need to develop and defend your company’s valuation.
Speakers:
Bettina Hein - Founder and CEO, Pixability, Inc.
Bard Salmon - Chairman of the Board, Perillon Software
Moderator:
Michael Conza – Partner, Bingham McCutchen LLP
Date: 1/27/10
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm (doors open at 5:30pm for networking)
Location: Bingham McCutchen at 1 Federal Street Boston, MA
Event Fees: TCNSeasonPass Holders – FREE, Approved Guests – FREE, TCN Affiliates - $35, Students - $20, All Others - $60.
Go to our website to register
Michelle Hipwood
Chief Operating Officer
The Capital Network
www.thecapitalnetwork.org
LinkedIn Group: The Capital Network - Boston
TCN - Boston - Pitching the Plan
TCN Present: Pitching the Plan
Early stage ventures seeking investment need to know how to target, locate, approach and close with venture capitalists, angels and strategic investors. Through an interactive panel discussion with a recognized Boston-area media communications consultant and leading New England entrepreneurs, attendees learn how to maximize their chances of identifying the right investors and securing the capital they need to grow their business. Attendees learn how to create an "Elevator Pitch" and what to include in their "Investment Deck".
Speakers:
Diane Ripstein - Principal, Diane Ripstein Consulting
Phil Cooper - Member, Boston Harbor Angels
Laura Fitton - Founder & CEO, One Forty, Inc.
Moderator:
Jeremy Halpern - Managing Director, Evolution Advisors LLC
Date: 1/12/10
Time: 7:30am - 9:30am
Location: Emerging Enterprise Center @ Foley Hoag at 1000 Winter St - North Entrance, Suite 4000, Waltham, MA
Event Fees: TCNSeasonPass Holders – FREE, Approved Guests – FREE, TCN Affiliates - $35, Students - $20, All Others - $60.
Go to our website to register <http://www.thecapitalnetwork.org/> .
Michelle Hipwood
Chief Operating Officer
The Capital Network
LinkedIn Group: The Capital Network - Boston
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
The 16th Annual Columbia Business School Private Equity and Venture Capital Conference
Save the Date - January 29, 2010 - Alfred Lerner Hall - Columbia University - New York, NY. Rob Delman of Golden Seeds will be there.
Register now at www.cbspevcconference.com
Featuring keynote speakers:
Kevin J. Conway - Managing Partner, Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, Inc.
discussion led by
David MacKinnon - Partner, Ernst & Young LLP
Wesley R. Edens - Founder and Co-Chairman of Fortress Investment Group LLC
Panels include:
Private Equity Panels
New Capital Structures: Creative Approaches to Sustainability and Stability
The New Internationalism: Regulatory Practices and Global Private Equity Opportunities
Venture Capital Panel
Finding the Gem: What Defines a “Breakthrough Company” Today?
Distressed Investment Panel
A Case Study: Milacron Businesses Exit Chapter 11
Limited Partner Panel
Balancing Act: Examining the New GP/LP Paradigm
Real Estate Panel
Picking Up the Pieces: Real Estate Investing in the 21st Century’s Second Decade
Register now at www.cbspevcconference.com
Featuring keynote speakers:
Kevin J. Conway - Managing Partner, Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, Inc.
discussion led by
David MacKinnon - Partner, Ernst & Young LLP
Wesley R. Edens - Founder and Co-Chairman of Fortress Investment Group LLC
Panels include:
Private Equity Panels
New Capital Structures: Creative Approaches to Sustainability and Stability
The New Internationalism: Regulatory Practices and Global Private Equity Opportunities
Venture Capital Panel
Finding the Gem: What Defines a “Breakthrough Company” Today?
Distressed Investment Panel
A Case Study: Milacron Businesses Exit Chapter 11
Limited Partner Panel
Balancing Act: Examining the New GP/LP Paradigm
Real Estate Panel
Picking Up the Pieces: Real Estate Investing in the 21st Century’s Second Decade
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009
Women’s Alternative Investment Summit in NY December 1-2, 2009
The inaugural Women’s Alternative Investment Summit will be held on December 1-2, 2009 at The Setai and Cipriani Wall Street, in New York’s financial district. This event is the “sister” conference of the popular Women’s Private Equity Summit (to be held March 4-5, 2010 in Half Moon Bay, CA), and addresses the broad range of asset classes, including private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, real estate, and infrastructure.
The Women’s Alternative Investment Summit is designed to enhance networking, fundraising, and deal-making opportunities for senior-level women in alternative investments. Featured speakers include industry leaders Sandra Horbach, Managing Director, The Carlyle Group; Raudline Etienne, Chief Investment Officer, New York State Common Retirement Fund; D. Ellen Shuman, VP and Chief Investment Officer, Carnegie Corporation of New York; Sheryl Schwartz, Managing Director, Alternative Investments, TIAA-CREF; Alice Ruth, Managing Principal and Chief Investment Officer, Quadrangle Asset Management; Darcy Bradbury, Senior Vice President, D. E. Shaw Group; Chairman, The Board of Managed Funds Association; Molly F. Ashby, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Solera Capital; Marleen Groen, CEO and Founder, Greenpark Capital; Jacquelyn Zehner, President, Jacquelyn and Gregory Zehner Foundation, Founding Partner, Circle Financial Group; and many more.
Don’t forget: registration is also open for the Women’s Private Equity Summit, March 4-5, 2010.
Beth Falk/781-652-9610
Email: beth.falk@falkmarquesgroup.com
The Women’s Alternative Investment Summit is designed to enhance networking, fundraising, and deal-making opportunities for senior-level women in alternative investments. Featured speakers include industry leaders Sandra Horbach, Managing Director, The Carlyle Group; Raudline Etienne, Chief Investment Officer, New York State Common Retirement Fund; D. Ellen Shuman, VP and Chief Investment Officer, Carnegie Corporation of New York; Sheryl Schwartz, Managing Director, Alternative Investments, TIAA-CREF; Alice Ruth, Managing Principal and Chief Investment Officer, Quadrangle Asset Management; Darcy Bradbury, Senior Vice President, D. E. Shaw Group; Chairman, The Board of Managed Funds Association; Molly F. Ashby, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Solera Capital; Marleen Groen, CEO and Founder, Greenpark Capital; Jacquelyn Zehner, President, Jacquelyn and Gregory Zehner Foundation, Founding Partner, Circle Financial Group; and many more.
Don’t forget: registration is also open for the Women’s Private Equity Summit, March 4-5, 2010.
Beth Falk/781-652-9610
Email: beth.falk@falkmarquesgroup.com
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Investor's Circle Conference in November
November 15 - 17, 2009
Washington, D.C.
Golden Seeds members can obtain a discount. please check with Mirella Cicio
Investors' Circle is the premier meeting place for social entrepreneurs, investors, business professionals, foundations, non-profits, and those passionate about creating a sustainable economy.
Breakouts
- Quantifying Impact: an Exploration of Assessment tools
- New Frontiers: What's the Next Hot and Impactful Sector?
- Scaling the Green Economy
- Walk Before You Run: Supporting Early Stage Businesses
- True Confessions: What Entrepreneurs Wish You Knew
- Impact Investing 301: Investing in Global Social Entrepreneurs
Who Should Attend
Business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, non-profits, academics, foundations, and others interested in creating a sustainable future
What Can I Expect?
Valuable workshops, a ground-breaking venture fair, a compelling plenary, interactive breakouts, inspiring keynotes, a marketplace of IC companies, great food and plenty of networking!
Register.
Washington, D.C.
Golden Seeds members can obtain a discount. please check with Mirella Cicio
Investors' Circle is the premier meeting place for social entrepreneurs, investors, business professionals, foundations, non-profits, and those passionate about creating a sustainable economy.
Breakouts
- Quantifying Impact: an Exploration of Assessment tools
- New Frontiers: What's the Next Hot and Impactful Sector?
- Scaling the Green Economy
- Walk Before You Run: Supporting Early Stage Businesses
- True Confessions: What Entrepreneurs Wish You Knew
- Impact Investing 301: Investing in Global Social Entrepreneurs
Who Should Attend
Business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, non-profits, academics, foundations, and others interested in creating a sustainable future
What Can I Expect?
Valuable workshops, a ground-breaking venture fair, a compelling plenary, interactive breakouts, inspiring keynotes, a marketplace of IC companies, great food and plenty of networking!
Register.
Womensphere Global Summit - NY Oct 20th
WOMENSPHERE GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT UNITES TOP BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURIAL WOMEN WITH SOCIAL CHANGE LEADERS & FILMMAKERS
SUZY WELCH TO LEAD KEYNOTES
www.womensphereglobalsummit.com
New York, NY - October 20, 2009 -
On October 24th, 2009, in Lower Manhattan, the Womensphere Global Summit 2009: Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Innovation will gather over 500 women leaders, and feature over 30 innovative women as speakers including author and media journalist Suzy Welch; Barbara Adachi, Deloitte Consulting Chief Talent Officer; Nancy Pedot, Managing Director, Golden Seeds, and Former CEO of Gymboree; and Shazi Visram, CEO, HAPPYBABY - 2nd Place Winner in the NBC-American Express Shine a Light competition - bringing them together with successful women executives, CEOs, community leaders, and social entrepreneurs. The Summit, which is Womensphere's final and most important event of the year, will be held at the Tribeca Performing Arts Center.
SUZY WELCH TO LEAD KEYNOTES
www.womensphereglobalsummit.com
New York, NY - October 20, 2009 -
On October 24th, 2009, in Lower Manhattan, the Womensphere Global Summit 2009: Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Innovation will gather over 500 women leaders, and feature over 30 innovative women as speakers including author and media journalist Suzy Welch; Barbara Adachi, Deloitte Consulting Chief Talent Officer; Nancy Pedot, Managing Director, Golden Seeds, and Former CEO of Gymboree; and Shazi Visram, CEO, HAPPYBABY - 2nd Place Winner in the NBC-American Express Shine a Light competition - bringing them together with successful women executives, CEOs, community leaders, and social entrepreneurs. The Summit, which is Womensphere's final and most important event of the year, will be held at the Tribeca Performing Arts Center.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Golden Seeds in Boulder CO
We are planning an event in the new year hosted by Julie Lerner. If you would like to be invited please contact our investor liaison, Mirella Cicio at mrc@goldenseeds.com
Friday, September 18, 2009
Investors' Circle Fall Conference
November 15 - 17, 2009
Washington, D.C.
Investors' Circle is the premier meeting place for social entrepreneurs, investors, business professionals, foundations, non-profits, and those passionate about creating a sustainable economy.
Breakouts
- Quantifying Impact: an Exploration of Assessment tools
- New Frontiers: What's the Next Hot and Impactful Sector?
- Scaling the Green Economy
- Walk Before You Run: Supporting Early Stage Businesses
- True Confessions: What Entrepreneurs Wish You Knew
- Impact Investing 301: Investing in Global Social Entrepreneurs
Who Should Attend
Business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, non-profits, academics, foundations, and others interested in creating a sustainable future
What Can I Expect?
Valuable workshops, a ground-breaking venture fair, a compelling plenary, interactive breakouts, inspiring keynotes, a marketplace of IC companies, great food and plenty of networking!
Register.
Washington, D.C.
Investors' Circle is the premier meeting place for social entrepreneurs, investors, business professionals, foundations, non-profits, and those passionate about creating a sustainable economy.
Breakouts
- Quantifying Impact: an Exploration of Assessment tools
- New Frontiers: What's the Next Hot and Impactful Sector?
- Scaling the Green Economy
- Walk Before You Run: Supporting Early Stage Businesses
- True Confessions: What Entrepreneurs Wish You Knew
- Impact Investing 301: Investing in Global Social Entrepreneurs
Who Should Attend
Business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, non-profits, academics, foundations, and others interested in creating a sustainable future
What Can I Expect?
Valuable workshops, a ground-breaking venture fair, a compelling plenary, interactive breakouts, inspiring keynotes, a marketplace of IC companies, great food and plenty of networking!
Register.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Funding Post: The Perfect Venture Conference
November 12th, 2009
40+ early-stage VC & Angel Investors and only 20 early-stage Technology companies coming together for a day of pitching, investor panels, interactive workshops, and private meetings. We will be putting the Right companies in front of the Right VCs and Angel Investors to tell you exactly what it takes to get funded. Every company will pitch multiple times to the Investors. There will be 2-minute elevator pitches to every panel, and even more 1-on-1 private Investor meetings than the previous Perfect Venture Conferences!
Register.
40+ early-stage VC & Angel Investors and only 20 early-stage Technology companies coming together for a day of pitching, investor panels, interactive workshops, and private meetings. We will be putting the Right companies in front of the Right VCs and Angel Investors to tell you exactly what it takes to get funded. Every company will pitch multiple times to the Investors. There will be 2-minute elevator pitches to every panel, and even more 1-on-1 private Investor meetings than the previous Perfect Venture Conferences!
Register.
REBN-NY
Thursday, October 1, 2009 - 5:00pm-8:00pm
New York Academy of Sciences
7 World Trade Center
250 Greenwich Street, 40th floor
New York, NY 10007
REBN New York's next event, sponsored by Cooley Godward Kronish LLP and organized by SJF Ventures will include an expert panel to discuss:
- Status of current stimulus funding and timing of getting it to market
- What's next in the U.S. legislative process and new mandates from DOE / EPA / DOL
- State-specific programs and local impact from national programs
- Inside view on how to navigate funding programs and win grants and loans
Confirmed speakers include:
- Moderator: Jim Fulton, Partner and Head of the Emerging Companies practice, Cooley Godward Kronish
- Steve McBee, President and CEO, McBee Strategic Consulting, LLC
- Tim Greeff, Political Director, Clean Economy Network
- Others, TBD
Register.
Food and beverages will be provided. There is no charge to attend this event.
5:00pm Registration & Networking, 5:30 - 7:00pm Program, 7:00 - 8:00pm Networking
New York Academy of Sciences
7 World Trade Center
250 Greenwich Street, 40th floor
New York, NY 10007
REBN New York's next event, sponsored by Cooley Godward Kronish LLP and organized by SJF Ventures will include an expert panel to discuss:
- Status of current stimulus funding and timing of getting it to market
- What's next in the U.S. legislative process and new mandates from DOE / EPA / DOL
- State-specific programs and local impact from national programs
- Inside view on how to navigate funding programs and win grants and loans
Confirmed speakers include:
- Moderator: Jim Fulton, Partner and Head of the Emerging Companies practice, Cooley Godward Kronish
- Steve McBee, President and CEO, McBee Strategic Consulting, LLC
- Tim Greeff, Political Director, Clean Economy Network
- Others, TBD
Register.
Food and beverages will be provided. There is no charge to attend this event.
5:00pm Registration & Networking, 5:30 - 7:00pm Program, 7:00 - 8:00pm Networking
Astia's Doing it Right Program
November 2-7, 2009
Silicon Valley
oing it Right is an unparalleled resource for success — a transformative program designed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs who want to become dominant players in their sectors. And last year, it expanded across the world. The format? A comprehensive 6-day workshop, 2 month program of personalized coaching from premier experts and the opportunity to start benefiting from the global ecosystem of angels, VCs, corporations, and entrepreneurs that is Astia. Who should apply? Exceptional women-led high growth start-ups who know that success is not just about raising money but about growing a business and thriving even in today’s tough market.
www.angelsoft.org
Silicon Valley
oing it Right is an unparalleled resource for success — a transformative program designed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs who want to become dominant players in their sectors. And last year, it expanded across the world. The format? A comprehensive 6-day workshop, 2 month program of personalized coaching from premier experts and the opportunity to start benefiting from the global ecosystem of angels, VCs, corporations, and entrepreneurs that is Astia. Who should apply? Exceptional women-led high growth start-ups who know that success is not just about raising money but about growing a business and thriving even in today’s tough market.
www.angelsoft.org
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Springboard and AllThingsLifeScience Bootcamp
July 15 - 16, 2009
Washington DC
Springboard kicks off its next venture forum in our Nation's Capitol. In conjunction with our AllThingsLifeScience Bootcamp, we have also planned a few additional events for you:
* Special White House Briefing in the Indian Treaty Room
* Celebratory Capitol Hill Reception with Members of Congress
All Springboard Alumnae, members of our Board of Directors and the Council of National Advisors are invited to participate. We will also extend special invitations to selected government officials, corporate executives and friends of Springboard.
Questions? allthingsls@springboardenterprises.org or 202-242-6282
Washington DC
Springboard kicks off its next venture forum in our Nation's Capitol. In conjunction with our AllThingsLifeScience Bootcamp, we have also planned a few additional events for you:
* Special White House Briefing in the Indian Treaty Room
* Celebratory Capitol Hill Reception with Members of Congress
All Springboard Alumnae, members of our Board of Directors and the Council of National Advisors are invited to participate. We will also extend special invitations to selected government officials, corporate executives and friends of Springboard.
Questions? allthingsls@springboardenterprises.org or 202-242-6282
Career Relaunch Forum
October 29, 2009
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ
The Career Relaunch Forum is a one-day return to work conference educating mid-career professionals in all stages of career break about the relaunch process, and bringing them together with employers interested in meeting and recruiting them.
For more information click here.
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ
The Career Relaunch Forum is a one-day return to work conference educating mid-career professionals in all stages of career break about the relaunch process, and bringing them together with employers interested in meeting and recruiting them.
For more information click here.
Friday, June 12, 2009
International Association of Microfinance Investors (IAMFI) Networking Event
New York, NY
September 29, 2009
6-8:30 PM
IAMFI is a 501 (c)(6) global membership association with the mission to help
investors leverage their capital more effectively, in order to achieve
attractive financial returns and social impact. IAMFI supports current and
potential commercially oriented investors in microfinance by offering
industry information from an objective viewpoint, conducting independent
research, hosting educational and networking events, and facilitating
dialogue among industry influencers to improve the global environment for
microfinance investing. Microfinance provides financial services to
low-income entrepreneurs lacking access to the formal banking sector. The
vast majority of borrowers are women entrepreneurs. For more information,
please visit www.iamfi.com.
Using the angel investor circle model, the IAMFI Investor Network meeting
creates the forum in which prospective investors may attend the MIVs' (Micro Investment Vehicles) presentations and engage in Q&A. In addition, the meeting will offer investors a venue for networking with like-minded peers; after the
presentations we will host a reception.
September 29, 2009
6-8:30 PM
IAMFI is a 501 (c)(6) global membership association with the mission to help
investors leverage their capital more effectively, in order to achieve
attractive financial returns and social impact. IAMFI supports current and
potential commercially oriented investors in microfinance by offering
industry information from an objective viewpoint, conducting independent
research, hosting educational and networking events, and facilitating
dialogue among industry influencers to improve the global environment for
microfinance investing. Microfinance provides financial services to
low-income entrepreneurs lacking access to the formal banking sector. The
vast majority of borrowers are women entrepreneurs. For more information,
please visit www.iamfi.com.
Using the angel investor circle model, the IAMFI Investor Network meeting
creates the forum in which prospective investors may attend the MIVs' (Micro Investment Vehicles) presentations and engage in Q&A. In addition, the meeting will offer investors a venue for networking with like-minded peers; after the
presentations we will host a reception.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Call for Nominations: CASE Enterprising Social Innovation Award
June 30th, 2009
The Center for the Advancement of Social Entrepreneurship (CASE) at Duke University is accepting nominations for the Enterprising Social Innovation Award. Building off of the success of our inaugural award, we seek to recognize outstanding individuals, organizations, or companies whose innovations blend methods from the worlds of business and philanthropy to create sustainable social value that has the potential for large-scale impact. We invite you to nominate any individual, organization, or company that you feel embodies this award via the CASE website by June 30, 2009.
The award offers the recipient an opportunity to share their innovation with the greater Duke community and offers students the ability to learn from innovators in the field. More information about the award criteria and nominations can be found online at http://www.caseatduke.org/events/ESIaward/index.html.
The Center for the Advancement of Social Entrepreneurship (CASE) at Duke University is accepting nominations for the Enterprising Social Innovation Award. Building off of the success of our inaugural award, we seek to recognize outstanding individuals, organizations, or companies whose innovations blend methods from the worlds of business and philanthropy to create sustainable social value that has the potential for large-scale impact. We invite you to nominate any individual, organization, or company that you feel embodies this award via the CASE website by June 30, 2009.
The award offers the recipient an opportunity to share their innovation with the greater Duke community and offers students the ability to learn from innovators in the field. More information about the award criteria and nominations can be found online at http://www.caseatduke.org/events/ESIaward/index.html.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Accelerating Change for Women and Girls: The Role of Women's Funds
Foundation Center
79 Fifth Avenue (at 16th St.)
2nd Floor
New York City
Monday, June 22, 2009
3:00–3:30 pm Check-in
3:30–5:00 pm Program and Q & A
5:00–5:15 pm Optional networking and Foundation Center library tour highlighting resources for women's funding.
Interest in philanthropy for and by women has intensified in recent years, accompanied by a growing acceptance of the idea that philanthropic investments in women and girls can accelerate positive change in communities. To understand this evolution in thinking and practice, the Foundation Center partnered with the Women's Funding Network, a global movement of more than 145 member funds, to chart the landscape of philanthropy focused on women and girls and document the specific role played by women's funds. The report examines these funds' distinctive contributions to philanthropy and the dimensions and scope of their grantmaking.
This program is free of charge, but advance registration is required. Registration is limited
to the first 100 respondents. Please RSVP online by Monday, June 15.
79 Fifth Avenue (at 16th St.)
2nd Floor
New York City
Monday, June 22, 2009
3:00–3:30 pm Check-in
3:30–5:00 pm Program and Q & A
5:00–5:15 pm Optional networking and Foundation Center library tour highlighting resources for women's funding.
Interest in philanthropy for and by women has intensified in recent years, accompanied by a growing acceptance of the idea that philanthropic investments in women and girls can accelerate positive change in communities. To understand this evolution in thinking and practice, the Foundation Center partnered with the Women's Funding Network, a global movement of more than 145 member funds, to chart the landscape of philanthropy focused on women and girls and document the specific role played by women's funds. The report examines these funds' distinctive contributions to philanthropy and the dimensions and scope of their grantmaking.
This program is free of charge, but advance registration is required. Registration is limited
to the first 100 respondents. Please RSVP online by Monday, June 15.
Friday, June 5, 2009
WAVE cordially invites you to a Wine Tasting Event
Les Zygomates - Wine Bar & Bistro
129 South Street
Boston, MA 02111
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Join us for a formal wine tasting and cooking demonstration, followed by time for mingling.
A simple cooking demo will highlight foods
easily prepared at home that pair well
with the chosen wines.
Visit www.women-wave.org to register for the Boston Wine Tasting Event or call 877-928-3606.
129 South Street
Boston, MA 02111
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Join us for a formal wine tasting and cooking demonstration, followed by time for mingling.
A simple cooking demo will highlight foods
easily prepared at home that pair well
with the chosen wines.
Visit www.women-wave.org to register for the Boston Wine Tasting Event or call 877-928-3606.
Friday, May 22, 2009
2nd Annual Astia New York Investor Forum
Thursday, June 4, 2009
8:00am - 5:30pm
Cocktail reception 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Morrison Foerster LLP
1290 Avenue of the Americas
New York, New York 10104
At this outstanding event, exceptional high-tech, digital media, SaaS, consumer and business internet services, consumer products, and life sciences companies will present business plans to leading venture capitalists and angel investors from the tri-state area and the East Coast.
The 2nd annual Astia NYC Investor Forum is an outstanding opportunity to meet and network with some of the most exciting start-up companies in NYC and beyond, active early stage VCs, angel investors, Corporate VCs, investment bankers, and senior executives of emerging companies.
Free registration for investors here.
8:00am - 5:30pm
Cocktail reception 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Morrison Foerster LLP
1290 Avenue of the Americas
New York, New York 10104
At this outstanding event, exceptional high-tech, digital media, SaaS, consumer and business internet services, consumer products, and life sciences companies will present business plans to leading venture capitalists and angel investors from the tri-state area and the East Coast.
The 2nd annual Astia NYC Investor Forum is an outstanding opportunity to meet and network with some of the most exciting start-up companies in NYC and beyond, active early stage VCs, angel investors, Corporate VCs, investment bankers, and senior executives of emerging companies.
Free registration for investors here.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
AlwaysOn: Venture Summit East conference
May 20th-22nd, 2009
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Boston, MA
Like its sister event in Silicon Valley, Venture Summit East, copresented by JPMorgan, is a two-day gathering that highlights the significant economic, political and technology trends impacting the global growth investor. Now more than ever, staying abreast of market conditions and innovations is crucial to financial success. Venture Summit East features the most influential institutional investors, venture capitalists, corporate buyers, investment bankers and research analysts in the Eastern US in keynote presentations and panel debates. Venture Summit East will also feature the AlwaysOn East 100 Top Private Companies List, and play host to CEO Showcases from qualified companies seeking later-stage capital or potential acquirers.
The goal of Venture Summit East is to match growth-company buyers and sellers and identify the most promising innovation-driven, growth investment opportunities. At the Venture Summit, our editors will also honor the annual "AO Industry Analyst All-Star Team."
For more information.
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Boston, MA
Like its sister event in Silicon Valley, Venture Summit East, copresented by JPMorgan, is a two-day gathering that highlights the significant economic, political and technology trends impacting the global growth investor. Now more than ever, staying abreast of market conditions and innovations is crucial to financial success. Venture Summit East features the most influential institutional investors, venture capitalists, corporate buyers, investment bankers and research analysts in the Eastern US in keynote presentations and panel debates. Venture Summit East will also feature the AlwaysOn East 100 Top Private Companies List, and play host to CEO Showcases from qualified companies seeking later-stage capital or potential acquirers.
The goal of Venture Summit East is to match growth-company buyers and sellers and identify the most promising innovation-driven, growth investment opportunities. At the Venture Summit, our editors will also honor the annual "AO Industry Analyst All-Star Team."
For more information.
Friday, April 10, 2009
The Capital Network (TCN) - When is Venture Capital Right for your Early Stage Company?
April 28th, 2009 12pm-2pm
Massachusetts Technology Development Corp. (MTDC)
40 Broad Street, Suite 230, Boston, MA
You’re an entrepreneur with a great idea and you need money to keep going. Is venture capital the right source? What are the benefits and trade-offs of working with a venture firm? Does your company fit the profile that venture firms are looking for or are there other ways to fund your growing company? Come to this interactive lunch at early stage VC fund, MTDC, and learn directly from the pros what your company must look like to be appropriate for venture capital funding. Working lunch programs are hosted by TCN's professional service sponsors to provide tactical level information designed to accelerate the fundraising process.
Event Fees: TCN Season Pass Holders – FREE, Approved Guests – FREE, MassTLC Members - $40, TCN Affiliates - $40, Students - $40, All Others - $70.
To Register.
Massachusetts Technology Development Corp. (MTDC)
40 Broad Street, Suite 230, Boston, MA
You’re an entrepreneur with a great idea and you need money to keep going. Is venture capital the right source? What are the benefits and trade-offs of working with a venture firm? Does your company fit the profile that venture firms are looking for or are there other ways to fund your growing company? Come to this interactive lunch at early stage VC fund, MTDC, and learn directly from the pros what your company must look like to be appropriate for venture capital funding. Working lunch programs are hosted by TCN's professional service sponsors to provide tactical level information designed to accelerate the fundraising process.
Event Fees: TCN Season Pass Holders – FREE, Approved Guests – FREE, MassTLC Members - $40, TCN Affiliates - $40, Students - $40, All Others - $70.
To Register.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Invest Northwest 2009
March 17-18, 2009
Bell Harbor Conference Center, Seattle, WA
Invest Northwest 2009 is the region's premier life sciences investment conference, where public and private life science companies tell their stories to institutional investors, analysts, investment bankers, fund managers, venture capitalists, angel investors, and prospective corporate partners.
Featured speakers include:
* Keynote speech by Dr. George Poste, Director of the Biodesign Institute. Topic: "Biotechnology, Molecular Medicine, and the Future Evolution of Healthcare."
* Keynote speech by Dr. Barbara J. Dalton, Vice President Venture Capital, Pfizer Inc., USA. Topic: "Corporate Dealmaking- From Venture to Acquisition."
* George Milstein of Pacific Growth Equities will moderate a panel of experts focused on the current financial climate and what’s next?
* Stephen Levin, Executive Editor, Elsevier Business Intelligence, will moderate a panel of experts focused on capitalizing on the Med Tech market.
* Dr. Xiaoming Zou, Director, External R&D Affairs, Amgen, will deliver a speech on "Prospecting and Partnering."
> View a video clip from Invest Northwest 2008 here.
More information.
Bell Harbor Conference Center, Seattle, WA
Invest Northwest 2009 is the region's premier life sciences investment conference, where public and private life science companies tell their stories to institutional investors, analysts, investment bankers, fund managers, venture capitalists, angel investors, and prospective corporate partners.
Featured speakers include:
* Keynote speech by Dr. George Poste, Director of the Biodesign Institute. Topic: "Biotechnology, Molecular Medicine, and the Future Evolution of Healthcare."
* Keynote speech by Dr. Barbara J. Dalton, Vice President Venture Capital, Pfizer Inc., USA. Topic: "Corporate Dealmaking- From Venture to Acquisition."
* George Milstein of Pacific Growth Equities will moderate a panel of experts focused on the current financial climate and what’s next?
* Stephen Levin, Executive Editor, Elsevier Business Intelligence, will moderate a panel of experts focused on capitalizing on the Med Tech market.
* Dr. Xiaoming Zou, Director, External R&D Affairs, Amgen, will deliver a speech on "Prospecting and Partnering."
> View a video clip from Invest Northwest 2008 here.
More information.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Investors' Circle Spring Conference
April 19-21
Westin St. Francis Hotel
Union Square, San Francisco, CA
Consumers demanding accountability... the new administration's focus on transparency and personal impact... the collapse of business-as-usual... These factors are reshaping markets— radically!—and ushering in a new era for sustainable-oriented companies.
For the past 17 years, Investors' Circle has been the oldest and largest national funding group devoted to socially and environmentally responsible business. Our Spring Conference offers investment opportunities, speakers, and interactive workshops to help you navigate a profitable and impactful course as the new era unfolds.
Learn more here.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Astia - Doing it Right Programme
May 11-14
London
Doing it Right is designed for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs who understand the value of extraordinary relationships. it connects entrepreneurs to investors, industry leaders, advisors, service providers, and every other player in the game. it is current, fresh and relevant.
Now in NYC and London, select entrepreneurs will experience Astia's hallmark Doing it Right program that has resulted in a greater than 60% funding success rate for prior participants. Through candid discussions led by local investors and seasoned entrepreneurs, participants will gain important skills and insight when Doing it Right.
You can't afford to miss it! Apply to it now.
Note: Applications due April 22nd.
London
Doing it Right is designed for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs who understand the value of extraordinary relationships. it connects entrepreneurs to investors, industry leaders, advisors, service providers, and every other player in the game. it is current, fresh and relevant.
Now in NYC and London, select entrepreneurs will experience Astia's hallmark Doing it Right program that has resulted in a greater than 60% funding success rate for prior participants. Through candid discussions led by local investors and seasoned entrepreneurs, participants will gain important skills and insight when Doing it Right.
You can't afford to miss it! Apply to it now.
Note: Applications due April 22nd.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Call for Applications - Women entrepreneurs
Are you seeking to raise equity capital? Astia is a non profit that provides women entrepreneurs with the information and tools they need to raise funding for their businesses - at all stages of development. At Golden Seeds we highly recommend this program. Applications are now open for the New York Spring series. Click here:
Astia
Astia
Thursday, February 26, 2009
PENSCO Symposium Series: Why Limit Your IRA & 401(k) to the Stock Market?
Thursday, March 5-6, 2009
8am - 5pm
New York, NY
Join Us for 2-day Industry-Leading CE Event for Professionals and Investors
Learn How to Prosper from Little-known IRA Investment Strategies.
Who Should Attend:
* Financial Advisors and Planners
* CPAs & Attorneys
* Mortgage & Real Estate Professionals
* Investors dissatisfied with their retirement returns
* Small Business Owners
Click here for more information.
8am - 5pm
New York, NY
Join Us for 2-day Industry-Leading CE Event for Professionals and Investors
Learn How to Prosper from Little-known IRA Investment Strategies.
Who Should Attend:
* Financial Advisors and Planners
* CPAs & Attorneys
* Mortgage & Real Estate Professionals
* Investors dissatisfied with their retirement returns
* Small Business Owners
Click here for more information.
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Landmark Venture Forum
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
12:00-3:00pm – Lunch Buffet at Noon
The Hyatt Regency Greenwich, CT
Angel investors are evaluating the realities of the current economy and implementing strategies to weather the downturn - in order to profit in the long term.
Investment strategies may be changing, but early stage angel investment continues.
Meet the management teams of 6 early stage companies determined to beat the odds.
The Event is by Invitation Only.
12:00-3:00pm – Lunch Buffet at Noon
The Hyatt Regency Greenwich, CT
Angel investors are evaluating the realities of the current economy and implementing strategies to weather the downturn - in order to profit in the long term.
Investment strategies may be changing, but early stage angel investment continues.
Meet the management teams of 6 early stage companies determined to beat the odds.
The Event is by Invitation Only.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Early Stage East 2009
June 9th & 10th
Wilmington, Delaware
Early Stage East has remained geographically the largest venture capital conference focused on early stage companies. More than 1/2 of the companies that participated in Early Stage East 2008 went on to receive funding.
This year Early Stage East will showcase 20 of the best of the best from the Mid-Atlantic Region.
The companies will be nominated by and selected by a panel of exclusive Early Stage Venture Capitalists.
The presenter registration is due April 24th and can be done here.
An application to attend the summit can be found here.
Wilmington, Delaware
Early Stage East has remained geographically the largest venture capital conference focused on early stage companies. More than 1/2 of the companies that participated in Early Stage East 2008 went on to receive funding.
This year Early Stage East will showcase 20 of the best of the best from the Mid-Atlantic Region.
The companies will be nominated by and selected by a panel of exclusive Early Stage Venture Capitalists.
The presenter registration is due April 24th and can be done here.
An application to attend the summit can be found here.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
2009 ACA Summit
April 15 - 17, 2009
Atlanta, GA
ACA’s 2009 Summit is the largest gathering of angel investing groups in North America. The event is designed for members of angel groups – both leaders and member investors – as a true peer exchange, with valuable information and thought-provoking discussion on best practices in the field and a way to better know your colleagues for future co-investment. The 2008 event attracted 380 attendees from more than 100 angel groups.
The Summit starts on Wednesday, April 15th with an informal reception at 5:30 pm Eastern time and adjourns on Friday, April 17th at 1:30 pm. ACA members interested in attending the annual member meeting should plan to arrive by 4:30 pm on April 15th.
Several pre-Summit programs will also be offered throughout the day on Wednesday, April 15th.
For more information and to register visit.
Atlanta, GA
ACA’s 2009 Summit is the largest gathering of angel investing groups in North America. The event is designed for members of angel groups – both leaders and member investors – as a true peer exchange, with valuable information and thought-provoking discussion on best practices in the field and a way to better know your colleagues for future co-investment. The 2008 event attracted 380 attendees from more than 100 angel groups.
The Summit starts on Wednesday, April 15th with an informal reception at 5:30 pm Eastern time and adjourns on Friday, April 17th at 1:30 pm. ACA members interested in attending the annual member meeting should plan to arrive by 4:30 pm on April 15th.
Several pre-Summit programs will also be offered throughout the day on Wednesday, April 15th.
For more information and to register visit.
The 2009 Corporate Venture Capital Summit
February 24th, 2009 | British Consulate | Cambridge, MA.
ACA has secured a $150 discount for the Corporate Venture Capital Summit in Cambridge on February. The regular rate for investors is $495, so you’ll be able to register for $345. The discount code is available for Golden Seeds members on Angel Soft, in Group Messages.
This exclusive venture summit will feature:
* 20 Corporate Venture Capitalists on interactive panels;
* Early stage and emerging growth company presentations
* High-level networking opportunities
* Cocktail reception
Corporate VCs/Investors confirmed to speak include:
Intel Capital, Panasonic Venture Group, Best Buy Capital, Novartis BioVentures, Kodak Ventures, UPS Strategic Enterprise Fund, Verizon Communications, TELUS Ventures, SR One, Siemens Venture Capital, SAP Ventures, Ascension Health Ventures, Fidelity BioSciences, TELUS Ventures, MP Healthcare Venture Management, Geisinger Ventures, Kaiser Permanente Ventures, ABS Ventures, SK Telecom Ventures, NEC Corporation of America, Allegis Capital, and Hartford Ventures
For more details or to register visit.
ACA has secured a $150 discount for the Corporate Venture Capital Summit in Cambridge on February. The regular rate for investors is $495, so you’ll be able to register for $345. The discount code is available for Golden Seeds members on Angel Soft, in Group Messages.
This exclusive venture summit will feature:
* 20 Corporate Venture Capitalists on interactive panels;
* Early stage and emerging growth company presentations
* High-level networking opportunities
* Cocktail reception
Corporate VCs/Investors confirmed to speak include:
Intel Capital, Panasonic Venture Group, Best Buy Capital, Novartis BioVentures, Kodak Ventures, UPS Strategic Enterprise Fund, Verizon Communications, TELUS Ventures, SR One, Siemens Venture Capital, SAP Ventures, Ascension Health Ventures, Fidelity BioSciences, TELUS Ventures, MP Healthcare Venture Management, Geisinger Ventures, Kaiser Permanente Ventures, ABS Ventures, SK Telecom Ventures, NEC Corporation of America, Allegis Capital, and Hartford Ventures
For more details or to register visit.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Silicon Valley: Global Growth Strategies for Entrepreneurs
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Fenwick & West LLP
801 California St
Mountain View, CA 94041
7:30AM – 8:30AM Breakfast and Networking
8:30AM – 9:30AM Panel & Discussion
The opportunity to take your company and product global has much appeal – from offering diversification in difficult times to dramatically expanding the size of the market for your widget. But with this opportunity come many challenges that are unique to the prospect of running a business in a foreign land. The savvy entrepreneur knows how to prepare and plan for this growth. This panel of experts will talk about specific hurdles to be planned for and the partners who can help you navigate them.
Register here.
Fenwick & West LLP
801 California St
Mountain View, CA 94041
7:30AM – 8:30AM Breakfast and Networking
8:30AM – 9:30AM Panel & Discussion
The opportunity to take your company and product global has much appeal – from offering diversification in difficult times to dramatically expanding the size of the market for your widget. But with this opportunity come many challenges that are unique to the prospect of running a business in a foreign land. The savvy entrepreneur knows how to prepare and plan for this growth. This panel of experts will talk about specific hurdles to be planned for and the partners who can help you navigate them.
Register here.
Social Enterprise: Seizing Emergent Opportunities
April 19 - 21, 2009
Westin St. Francis
San Francisco
Venture Fair: 20 Top-Rated, Mission-Driven Companies
Business Presentations, Exhibition Showcases, Group Evaluation
Plenary: “The Prospects for Social Enterprise"
Exploring Administration Responses to Recession
Pre-Event Workshop: PAI - Power of Angel Investing Workshop
Post Investment Relationship: Entrepreneurs and Angles
Breakouts:
Westin St. Francis
San Francisco
Venture Fair: 20 Top-Rated, Mission-Driven Companies
Business Presentations, Exhibition Showcases, Group Evaluation
Plenary: “The Prospects for Social Enterprise"
Exploring Administration Responses to Recession
Pre-Event Workshop: PAI - Power of Angel Investing Workshop
Post Investment Relationship: Entrepreneurs and Angles
Breakouts:
- “The Role of Advocacy in the Social Enterprise Sector”
- “Designing Successful, Mission-Aligned Exits”
- "Sector Showcase: Emerging Opportunities in Water"
- “Embedding Social Metrics in Deal and Corporate Structures"
- “What Companies Need in a Downturn and How to Supply It"
- "Exploring Non-Traditional Capital Sources
For more information www.investorscircle.net
Monday, February 2, 2009
Cartier Women's Initiative Awards
Are you in the start-up phase of your business? Could you use $20,000 CASH? Then enter the Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards contest! Created in 2006, this international business plan competition is your chance to become a start-up sensation. Enter by Friday, February 13, 2009 for a shot at winning a $20,000 grant, a personal mentor, huge media exposure, and an exclusive invitation to the Women’s Forum Global Meeting in Deauville, France. Every launching lady who has been in business no longer than three years is eligible.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
11th Annual Angel Venture Fair
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Union League
Philadelphia, PA
The 11th Annual Angel Venture Fair is Officially Accepting Company Proposals Online at http://www.angelventurefair.com!
Apply now to have your business proposal reviewed by a panel of more than 20 angel investor judges from various angel groups throughout Pennsylvania and beyond.
Applicants will receive coaching and training for live presentations before more than 130 angel investors at The Angel Venture Fair in Philadelphia at the Union League on Tuesday, April 7, 2009.
Who Should Apply?
Given the diverse interests of angel investors, all types of businesses with high growth potential are encouraged to apply. Typically, companies are seed, early stage, or expansion stage companies that are seeking up to a $3 million investment. While most of the companies are located between New York, Washington and Pittsburgh, some past presenters and exhibitors have come from as far away as Boston and North Carolina to showcase their vision.
How Companies Apply?
Visit http://www.angelventurefair.com and click on "ENTREPRENEURS APPLY TODAY" to complete an online application by February 2, 2009.
A non-refundable application fee of $225 will be billed to you when you submit your application.
30 companies ultimately get selected, additional fees apply - http://www.angelventurefair.com/fees.php
Union League
Philadelphia, PA
The 11th Annual Angel Venture Fair is Officially Accepting Company Proposals Online at http://www.angelventurefair.com!
Apply now to have your business proposal reviewed by a panel of more than 20 angel investor judges from various angel groups throughout Pennsylvania and beyond.
Applicants will receive coaching and training for live presentations before more than 130 angel investors at The Angel Venture Fair in Philadelphia at the Union League on Tuesday, April 7, 2009.
Who Should Apply?
Given the diverse interests of angel investors, all types of businesses with high growth potential are encouraged to apply. Typically, companies are seed, early stage, or expansion stage companies that are seeking up to a $3 million investment. While most of the companies are located between New York, Washington and Pittsburgh, some past presenters and exhibitors have come from as far away as Boston and North Carolina to showcase their vision.
How Companies Apply?
Visit http://www.angelventurefair.com and click on "ENTREPRENEURS APPLY TODAY" to complete an online application by February 2, 2009.
A non-refundable application fee of $225 will be billed to you when you submit your application.
30 companies ultimately get selected, additional fees apply - http://www.angelventurefair.com/fees.php
NYC Venture Capital Showcase
WHERE: One Madison Avenue, NY, NY 10010
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 11, 2009 6:00pm - 9:00pm
COST: $125
Did you ever want a guaranteed way to meet, shake hands and give your
summary to 25+ of the hottest Venture Funds & Angel Investor Groups
in the the NYC area?
Here is your shot! FundingPost is hosting its VC Showcase in midtown, NYC!
Our previous VC Showcases in CA, MA, DC, NY and PA were sold-out!
At this VC Conference, 25+ VC Funds & Angel Groups will be exhibiting their firms during a great cocktail party setting. Each Fund will have their own table setup for the sole purpose of meeting great new companies.
We call it a - "Reverse Venture Fair" - Where you go up and meet the VCs versus waiting for them to come and meet you.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to meet investors - make sure to bring lots of executive summaries and business cards to hand out!
Register Here.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 11, 2009 6:00pm - 9:00pm
COST: $125
Did you ever want a guaranteed way to meet, shake hands and give your
summary to 25+ of the hottest Venture Funds & Angel Investor Groups
in the the NYC area?
Here is your shot! FundingPost is hosting its VC Showcase in midtown, NYC!
Our previous VC Showcases in CA, MA, DC, NY and PA were sold-out!
At this VC Conference, 25+ VC Funds & Angel Groups will be exhibiting their firms during a great cocktail party setting. Each Fund will have their own table setup for the sole purpose of meeting great new companies.
We call it a - "Reverse Venture Fair" - Where you go up and meet the VCs versus waiting for them to come and meet you.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to meet investors - make sure to bring lots of executive summaries and business cards to hand out!
Register Here.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
'Partnering' Workshop - Meeting R & D Challenges through Strategic Alliances
Tuesday, March 31, 2009 · 7:30 am - 2:00 pm
Bentley University, Waltham, MA
How is the industry to nurture innovation, obtaina deeper understanding of the science, improve productivity, while containing overhead? Learn how "LESS IS MORE!"
Faculty - CEOs, CSOs, Scientists, Angels, VCs, SBIR Funding Expert
Case Presentations & Interactive Panel Discussion - The Changing Paradigm
Industry Leaders Orchestrating the Science, Business, and Funding from the Front Office
3 Workshops:
· A Chemistry Collaborative; Lead Selection through Optimization
· Passing the Baton from Discovery to Formulation
· Customized Cell-Based Assays as a Critical Tool
For more information or to RSVP please contact: shelley.amster@apellespartners.com
Bentley University, Waltham, MA
How is the industry to nurture innovation, obtaina deeper understanding of the science, improve productivity, while containing overhead? Learn how "LESS IS MORE!"
Faculty - CEOs, CSOs, Scientists, Angels, VCs, SBIR Funding Expert
Case Presentations & Interactive Panel Discussion - The Changing Paradigm
Industry Leaders Orchestrating the Science, Business, and Funding from the Front Office
3 Workshops:
· A Chemistry Collaborative; Lead Selection through Optimization
· Passing the Baton from Discovery to Formulation
· Customized Cell-Based Assays as a Critical Tool
For more information or to RSVP please contact: shelley.amster@apellespartners.com
Thursday, January 22, 2009
2nd annual Women's Private Equity Summit
On March 12 and 13, 2009 women in private equity will gather in California for the 2nd annual Women's Private Equity Summit. It's a unique content-rich event for senior-level women in private equity: GPs, LPs, and the professionals who advise them.
www.WomensPrivateEquitySummit.com
Celebrate Women Entrepreneurs
First Anniversary Celebration
Tuesday, February 3, 2008
7:00 - 9:00 p.m
MIT Faculty Club
50 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, Massachusetts
$60 advance purchase only
Dress: Business
Ken Morse of the MIT Entrepreneurship Center cordially invites you to attend the following event to celebrate women entrepreneurs and the first anniversary of the MicroLoan Foundation.
This event will bring together entrepreneurs, students, businesspeople, public officials, and community members like you to help grow and sustain the spirit of entrepreneurship in the developing world. Register Here.
Tuesday, February 3, 2008
7:00 - 9:00 p.m
MIT Faculty Club
50 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, Massachusetts
$60 advance purchase only
Dress: Business
Ken Morse of the MIT Entrepreneurship Center cordially invites you to attend the following event to celebrate women entrepreneurs and the first anniversary of the MicroLoan Foundation.
This event will bring together entrepreneurs, students, businesspeople, public officials, and community members like you to help grow and sustain the spirit of entrepreneurship in the developing world. Register Here.
ACA 2009 Summit
InterContinental Buckhead Hotel Atlanta
3315 Peachtree Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 946-9000
3315 Peachtree Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 946-9000
Click here to register.
During the current recession, angel investors have become even more important. As angels help build innovative companies, we help create jobs and value in our economy. And, there has never been a more important time for angel investors to get ideas from peers and build skills with top professional development programs.
ACA’s 2009 Summit is the largest gathering of angel investing groups in North America. The event is designed for members of angel groups – both leaders and member investors – as a true peer exchange, with valuable information and thought-provoking discussion on best practices in the field and a way to better know your colleagues for future co-investment. The 2008 event attracted 380 attendees from more than 100 angel groups.
The Summit starts on Wednesday, April 15th with an informal reception at 5:30 pm Eastern time and adjourns on Friday, April 17th at 1:30 pm. ACA members interested in attending the annual member meeting should plan to arrive by 4:30 pm on April 15th.
Several pre-Summit programs will also be offered throughout the day on Wednesday, April 15th.
A copy of the Summit agenda is at the bottom of this page.
Evening Roundtable: Negotiation & Valuation
Tuesday, Feb.10, 2009
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Bingham McCutchen, Boston, MA
Entrepreneurs have always struggled to develop and defend early stage corporate valuations as they seek to raise equity financing. In today's economic environment, where investors are strapped for cash and looking for the lowest risk alternatives, the already difficult task of defending your corporate valuation is nearly impossible. In this new financial world, how do entrepreneurs and investors ever arrive at common ground?
To help answer this question, entrepreneurial Founders, CEOs, CFOs and private investors are welcome at this once-a-year TCN Roundtable where valuation methodologies, metrics, tactics and tips will be discussed by successful entrepreneurs, angels, venture capitalists and industry experts. A case study of a recent successful financing will test your valuation abilities and acumen in real time. This program has challenged (and amused) even the most experienced entrepreneurs and investors over the years. Come and add your voice to the mix, meet other professionals, and most importantly, get the inside perspective you need to develop and defend your company's valuation.
Panelists:
Bard Salmon - Chairman of the Board, Perillon Software
others - TBD
Moderator:
Jerry Kehoe - Partner, Bingham McCutchen
For more information:
http://thecapitalnetwork.org/programs.upcoming.php
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Bingham McCutchen, Boston, MA
Entrepreneurs have always struggled to develop and defend early stage corporate valuations as they seek to raise equity financing. In today's economic environment, where investors are strapped for cash and looking for the lowest risk alternatives, the already difficult task of defending your corporate valuation is nearly impossible. In this new financial world, how do entrepreneurs and investors ever arrive at common ground?
To help answer this question, entrepreneurial Founders, CEOs, CFOs and private investors are welcome at this once-a-year TCN Roundtable where valuation methodologies, metrics, tactics and tips will be discussed by successful entrepreneurs, angels, venture capitalists and industry experts. A case study of a recent successful financing will test your valuation abilities and acumen in real time. This program has challenged (and amused) even the most experienced entrepreneurs and investors over the years. Come and add your voice to the mix, meet other professionals, and most importantly, get the inside perspective you need to develop and defend your company's valuation.
Panelists:
Bard Salmon - Chairman of the Board, Perillon Software
others - TBD
Moderator:
Jerry Kehoe - Partner, Bingham McCutchen
For more information:
http://thecapitalnetwork.org/programs.upcoming.php
Sponsor Lunch: Accounting 101 for Entrepreneurs Raising Capital
Wednesday, Jan.28, 2009
12:00 noon - 2:00 pm
Wolf & Co., P.C., Boston, MA
Early stage entrepreneurs often need help understanding complex accounting issues - particularly those that affect your ability to raise capital. Because you spend most of your time understanding your core products or services, we have developed this compact, in-depth session, led by some of the area's premier accountants, to help you navigate potential roadblocks. Topics will be defined interactively, and may include impact of business model choice on cash flow, when and how to hire financial personnel, accounting tracking methods and developing credible financial projections. This session is designed for both entrepreneurial founders, CEOs and CFOs.
Working lunch programs are hosted by TCN's professional service sponsors to provide tactical level information designed to accelerate the fundraising process.
For more information:
http://thecapitalnetwork.org/programs.upcoming.php
12:00 noon - 2:00 pm
Wolf & Co., P.C., Boston, MA
Early stage entrepreneurs often need help understanding complex accounting issues - particularly those that affect your ability to raise capital. Because you spend most of your time understanding your core products or services, we have developed this compact, in-depth session, led by some of the area's premier accountants, to help you navigate potential roadblocks. Topics will be defined interactively, and may include impact of business model choice on cash flow, when and how to hire financial personnel, accounting tracking methods and developing credible financial projections. This session is designed for both entrepreneurial founders, CEOs and CFOs.
Working lunch programs are hosted by TCN's professional service sponsors to provide tactical level information designed to accelerate the fundraising process.
For more information:
http://thecapitalnetwork.org/programs.upcoming.php
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