Golden Seeds Events

Investor's Circle conference Nov 10th - 12th

2010-10-19T02:15:00.000-07:00

Washington DC for info: Investor's Circle

Springboard - All Things Media venture forum

2010-10-03T00:47:00.000-07:00

Golden Seeds supports Springboard Enterprises. We will be attending the All Things Media Forum in New York October 20th. click here for details: Springboard

Meet the Angels live chat - Stephanie Hanbury-Brown of Golden Seeds with Tech Coast Angels Monday October 4th 8pm EST

2010-10-02T13:16:00.000-07:00

Women's Alternative Investment Summit

2010-10-01T12:37:00.001-07:00

2nd annual Women’s Alternative Investment Summit
November 4 – 5, 2010
The Pierre, New York City

The Women’s Alternative Investment Summit brings together an influential group of senior-level women across the broad spectrum of alternative investments – GPs, LPs, and advisors to the industry – to build trusted networks and engage in candid discussions about alternative investments in an emerging new world.

Close to 250 attendees gathered at last year’s Summit. This groundbreaking conference features moderated panel discussions, facilitated roundtable conversations, and keynote dialogues. Multi-session tracks address the many asset classes, including private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, real estate, and distressed debt. As the alternative investment world holds its breath waiting for the next economic wave, the Summit will examine the implications of this new playing field.

Golden Seeds joins other Summit partners: Reed Smith LLP; The Carlyle Group; Grant Thornton LLP; Landmark Partners; The Kauffman Fellows Program; The Robert Toigo Foundation; The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA); Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA); among others.

For more information about this Summit, please visit: http://www.womensalternativeinvestmentsummit.com

Contact: Lorelle Yee, Summit Project Manager
Email: Lorelle.Yee@WomensAlternativeInvestmentSummit.com
Telephone: +1 781-652-0900

Womensphere Global Summits - two great fall events

2010-07-16T12:07:00.000-07:00

Check out this link to learn more about the Womensphere Global Summit in September, and the Emerging Leaders Summit in October

http://womenspheresummits.com/?page_id=220

Springboard call for companies to apply

2010-07-16T09:17:00.000-07:00

Are you involved with a digital media company that fills a need in our increasingly wired world? In an age when a great idea and a URL could become the next Facebook, YouTube, or Google, where do you go with this idea? Hosted by Springboard Enterprises, the AllThingsMedia: 2010 venture capital forum will showcase investment-ready, high-growth media companies led by women.
AllThingsMedia: 2010 will be the second-ever venture forum held exclusively for women-led entrepreneurial ventures in emerging media and entertainment - including television, radio, print, digital media, mobile, video games, search, social networking, e-commerce, online advertising, outdoor, animation, software and other innovations across the entire media space.
Which companies will be the next to make it big? Applications for Springboard’s AllThingsMedia: 2010 are now open. Priority Deadline: July 20, 2010
For more information, please visit www.springboardenterprises.org/vcf/atm.

Astia Doing It Right

2010-07-10T04:26:00.000-07:00

BDO and Astia cordially invite you to the
Kickoff Networking Reception for the
Astia NYC Doing it Right Program

Monday, July 19th, 2010
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
BDO, 100 Park Avenue, 11th Floor, New York, NY

Please join the Astia NYC community of entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, angel
investors, advisors, board members, and others to celebrate the acceleration of
high-growth women-led companies.

Please RSVP no later than July 15, 2010.
Your name must be included on the security list to enter the building.

You can register by clicking the link below.

http://www.bdo.com/events/1381

Ernst & Young - Winning Women - Entrepreneur program

2010-06-21T04:02:00.000-07:00

If you think you are a deserving woman entrepreneur and qualify for Entrepreneurial Winning Women, apply by June 30, 2010, via our secure online application.

http://www.ey.com/US/en/Services/Strategic-Growth-Markets/Winning-Women-Program---How-to-apply

VA Announces Industry Innovation Competition

2010-06-12T02:30:00.001-07:00

$80 Million Available for Private Sector Innovations
WASHINGTON – Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki announced today the opening of the Industry Innovation Competition by the Department of Veterans Affairs, the most recent effort under the VA Innovation Initiative. With this competition, VA seeks the best ideas from the private sector to address the department’s most important challenges.
“At VA, we are continually looking for new ways to improve the care and services we deliver,” said Secretary Shinseki. “Engaging the private sector to tap its expertise and find ways to leverage private-sector innovations, we can improve the quality, access and transparency in service to our Nation’s Veterans.”
The VA Innovation Initiative (VAi2) is a department-wide program that brings the most promising innovations to VA’s most important challenges by involving employees and the private sector in the creation of visionary solutions in service to Veterans.
“Innovation is more than simply a collection of ideas,” said Jared Cohon, president of Carnegie Mellon University. “It requires close collaboration between academia, industry and government to produce solutions that make a meaningful impact on society. VAi2’s programs bring about exactly that kind of fruitful collaboration.”
“Creativity in the private sector generates a wealth of technology capability that can help drive VA forward,” said Dr. Peter Levin, senior advisor to the secretary and VA’s chief technology officer. “By targeting innovations that are nearing commercialization, the Industry Innovation Competition provides a bridge between creative ideas in the private sector and real-world deployments that improve the services we deliver.”
Public and private companies, entrepreneurs, universities and non-profits are encouraged to participate in the competition, which targets advancements in:

• Innovative Housing Technology to Address Veteran Homelessness: Eliminating Veteran homelessness is a top VA priority. New design and construction techniques, materials and building technology can enable VA to use existing buildings and unused space to rapidly create highly functional, energy efficient and affordable housing.
• Telehealth: VA is a leader in telehealth implementation and currently serves many thousands of Veterans with solutions such as home health monitoring. Potential applications for telehealth solutions are broad and varied and department officials are interested in pursuing integrated solutions that improve their ability to provide the right treatment at the right place and at the right time.
• New Models of Dialysis and Renal Disease Prevention: VA currently provides dialysis for more than 10,000 Veterans annually, at both VA and community-based medical facilities. Alternative treatment strategies and dialysis technology can extend and improve our ability to provide quality care in a patient-preferred setting.
• Improvement of Polytrauma Care: VA provides comprehensive, inter-disciplinary rehabilitation care to Veterans and returning service members with multiple injuries, or polytrauma. Solutions in areas such as the application of dynamic treatment algorithms, home monitoring of diverse and complex symptoms and assistive technologies can help the broad advancement of polytrauma care.
• Reduction of Adverse Drug Events: The development and deployment of strategies to prevent patient harm from adverse drug events is an on-going priority at VA. Tools that can integrate with VA records and systems and provide an increased ability to continuously monitor for at-risk situations can enhance dramatically the quality and safety of care provided by VA.
• Integrated Business Accelerator: A wide array of services and benefits are available to assist Veterans, and Service Disabled Veterans in particular, in starting and sustaining new businesses. However, an integrated, long-term approach that assists Veterans in accessing existing resources and provides services that aid in the launch and maintenance of startup businesses can help insure the long-term success of Veteran-owned businesses.

VAi2 identifies, funds, tests and deploys new efforts that significantly improve the access, quality, performance and cost of VA services. For more about VAi2 please visit www.va.gov/vai2. Please go to www.FedBizOpps.gov to learn more about federal opportunities for businesses.

Upcoming events in Boston

2010-05-26T05:03:00.001-07:00

June 1
Angel bootcamp
Jon Pierce of BetaHouse has decided to organize an Angel Boot Camp in Boston on June 1st. The idea is that anyone interested in learning more about how to get started with angel investing can attend and learn from some people who’ve been there and done that.
http://angelbootcamp.eventbrite.com/ (password: 2010)

June 2
ACA New England deal sharing
http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=203716

June 2 (evening)
Techstars
http://techstarsboston2010demonight0602.eventbrite.com/

June 3
Mass Innovation
http://massinnovationnights.com/

June 14
Web Innovators
http://www.webinnovatorsgroup.com/

June 16
TCN Angel Bootcamp
http://thecapitalnetwork.org/programs.bootcamp.home.php

The Capital Network

2010-05-05T21:49:00.000-07:00

How to Build an Entrepreneurship Ecosystem for Women in Greater Boston

December 1st, 2010
7:30am to 9:30am
Bingham McCutchen LLP
One Federal Street, Boston, MA

Folks all over New England are looking back at our heritage of being one of the most successful areas of the country for entrepreneurship and realizing that the path for the future is very different.

What about women's entrepreneurship?

How are the rules of the road changing and what types of support systems do we all need to build together to drive this future?

How can leaders in the last decade work together to mentor entrepreneurs, provide CEO support, collaborate on early stage financing, and architect the new road map for women-led ventures?

Come hear two successful women talk about their incredible journey creating start-up businesses and join discussions on how women can help women in start-ups.

PANELISTS:
Diane Hessan - President & Chief Executive Officer of Communispace
- Co-author of the best selling book Customer-Centered Growth: Five
Strategies for Building Competitive Advantage
- Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2008
- Selected as top 10 "Women to Watch" in Boston and as one of 20
Visionaries in the Human Resource arena
- Co-founder of The Sound Bytes

MODERATOR:
Janet Kraus - Executive-in-Residence Harvard University
- Co-Founder & CEO, Spire
- Co-founder & CEO of Circles (acquired by Sodexho Alliance)
- Finalist: Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award (2003)
- Past recipient: Boston Business Journal Top 40 under 40

Following the panel, we will have an eco-system discussion among attendees led by each of the participating organizations(see sidebar).

REGISTRATION FEE:
Regular Registration Fee - $75
TCN Affiliates - $50
Students - $20
TCN Season Pass Holders - FREE

Astia - for women entrepreneurs

2010-05-05T07:52:00.001-07:00

Apply to Astia's Doing it Right Program

Developed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, Astia's Doing it Right program is about delivering results in every area of your business, from accelerating funding to accessing expertise when you need it. If you want to know what to say to investors and how you say it, who better to ask than an active investor? They'll be there but that is just the beginning. At Doing it Right, you'll cultivate invaluable relationships with key players and get straight talk from leading experts on developing strategies that support high growth.

The Entrepreneur’s Perspective

“The Astia program was very helpful in getting me focused on the right things, providing me insights into managing my board, and introducing me to a large network of people who really wanted to help me succeed.” Glennis Orloff, CEO, Samara

“ I found myself texting a CEO friend saying: "You should change your gender or partner with a woman so you can come to this!" It raised my game and put our company into a good network “ Martha Amran, CEO, Ennovationz

"For me, joining Astia has been a game changer, literally. My Astia advisors have leveled the playing field for me with the “funding dance”. They've provided the coaching, support and at times interpretation so I can be on point and prepared. Astia has been invaluable." Charlotte Kim, Founder & CEO, Coveted List.

Key Dates
May 15, 2010: Application Deadline
June 9, 2010: Screening Day
July 19, 2010: Networking Event
July 20-23, 2010: Doing it Right New York
September 22, 2010: New York Investor Forum

Useful Links
Program Overview - http://www.astia.org/content/view/1218/1111/
Program Details & Schedule - http://www.astia.org/content/view/1228/1121/
Qualification Criteria - http://www.astia.org/content/view/600/877/
Apply to the Programme - http://www.astia.org/content/view/600/877/

About Astia
Astia is a global non-profit organization built on a community of experts that provides innovative programs to exceptional women-led start-ups. Headquartered in San Francisco, Astia delivers programs for entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley, New York, London and, from 2010, India. Focused on tangible proven results, Astia is well positioned to work with start-ups around the world as they access capital, grow their businesses, and develop the executive leadership of the women on the founding team. For more information visit our homepage, or contact Jennifer Hill at jhill@astia.org.

NJ Technology Council - March 26th

2010-02-12T14:44:00.000-08:00

March 26 - Somerset, NJ
Sponsored by Price Waterhouse Coopers

Please read the following note from the NJTC:
The New Jersey Technology Council invites entrepreneurs to exhibit at the 2010 New Jersey Venture Conference on March 26, 2010 at The Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset, NJ. The NJ Venture Conference features the region’s seed and early stage technology and non-technology companies. The audience will include venture capitalists, professional service providers, fund managers, investment bankers, technology transfer managers, angel investors, and corporate business development professionals.

The Venture Conference audience typically draws 500-600 individuals.

As an exhibiting company, you will receive the following benefits:
An exhibit space (6’ table) at the Conference
An opportunity to make a formal presentation at the Conference
A coach to help you prepare for the Conference
Inclusion in all written and electronic Conference promotional materials including the brochure, statewide advertisements, and the Council website
A company profile in the Conference Book, distributed to all attendees
Listing on the Venture Conference website with a link to your company website
Two guest registrations with a discount on additional registrations

The exhibit fee, which includes all of the above benefits, is $600. NJTC members receive a $125 discount. There are a limited number of “premium” exhibit locations available. Only premium locations will accommodate a trade show size booth. The fee for a premium location is: NJTC Member: $575 and Non-Member: $700. Premium exhibit locations will be assigned in the order exhibitor payment is received.

We hope you will join us at the NJ Venture Conference. Please indicate your interest in exhibiting at the Conference by going to the below link. Please complete and submit the Exhibiting Company Profile form to us on or before February 26, 2010.

Should you have any questions regarding this event, do not hesitate to contact our office at (856) 787-9700. We look forward to hearing from you.

WPO - search for Top 50 Fastest Women Owned Companies

2010-01-13T14:58:00.000-08:00

The Women Presidents’ Organization is excited to announce the launch of the 3rd annual Top 50 Fastest Women Owned/Led Companies in North America! As a valued friend of the organization, we would sincerely appreciate your help in promoting this search to your audiences in any way possible.

Below is a short write up about the challenge, please let me know if you require any edits on the content to fit your publication or website. I have also attached a 50 fastest logo and would be happy to provide any other format.

The Women Presidents’ Organization has launched the search for the 50 Fastest-growing women-owned or women-led companies in North America!

2010 marks the 3rd Annual WPO search for the 50 Fastest™ women-owned/women-led companies in North America. Companies will be ranked according to revenue growth from 2005 to 2009. The Top 50 fastest-growing companies have the chance of being published online and in print!

To be eligible, companies must be…
• privately-owned
• women-owned/led
• must have generated $500,000 in annual revenue by the first week of 2005
• must have reached revenues of $2 million by year-end 2009
Deadline: February 1,2010
Application
Any questions can be emailed to fastgrowth@womenpresidentsorg.com. There is no charge to apply.

Harvard Business School New Venture Competition

2010-01-13T14:51:00.001-08:00

1st HBS Alumni New Venture Competition!

The HBS’ Rock Center for Entrepreneurship, Alumni Relations, and 8 HBS clubs including HBSCNY announce the 2010 Alumni New Venture Contest (NVC).

The HBS Club of New York is pleased to be one of eight HBS Alumni Regions participating in The Harvard Business School's Arthur Rock Center for Entrepreneurship and Alumni Relations 2010 Alumni New Venture Contest (NVC). This year’s NVC is the first of what we hope will be an annual event for HBS alumni.

With over half of HBS alumni classifying themselves as entrepreneurs at some point in their lives, this Contest is designed to shine a spotlight on alumni ventures, support promising new ventures and award a $25,000 cash prize to the winning team.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILED EVENT INFO

Investor's Circle - deadline to apply for funding is Jan 13th

2009-12-31T12:04:00.001-08:00

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.

TCN - Boston - Negotiation & Valuation

2009-12-28T11:22:00.001-08:00

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

TCN - Boston - Pitching the Plan

2009-12-28T11:21:00.000-08:00

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

www.thecapitalnetwork.org

LinkedIn Group: The Capital Network - Boston

The 16th Annual Columbia Business School Private Equity and Venture Capital Conference

2009-12-09T13:21:00.001-08:00

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

2009-12-01T13:21:00.000-08:00

Phil Geier will be signing his new book at the Four Seasons Restaurant, Monday Dec 7th, 5pm to 8pm. Golden Seeds members are welcome.

Women’s Alternative Investment Summit in NY December 1-2, 2009

2009-10-30T13:34:00.001-07:00

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

Investor's Circle Conference in November

2009-10-21T07:40:00.001-07:00

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.

Womensphere Global Summit - NY Oct 20th

2009-10-21T04:39:00.000-07:00

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.

Golden Seeds in Boulder CO

2009-10-05T19:29:00.000-07:00

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

Investors' Circle Fall Conference

2009-09-18T21:19:00.000-07:00

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.

Funding Post: The Perfect Venture Conference

2009-09-12T21:11:00.000-07:00

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.

REBN-NY

2009-09-12T21:09:00.000-07:00

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

Astia's Doing it Right Program

2009-09-12T21:05:00.000-07:00

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

Springboard and AllThingsLifeScience Bootcamp

2009-06-20T09:22:00.000-07:00

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

Career Relaunch Forum

2009-06-20T09:18:00.000-07:00

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.

International Association of Microfinance Investors (IAMFI) Networking Event

2009-06-12T09:50:00.000-07:00

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.

Call for Nominations: CASE Enterprising Social Innovation Award

2009-06-08T09:46:00.000-07:00

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.

Accelerating Change for Women and Girls: The Role of Women's Funds

2009-06-06T09:18:00.000-07:00

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.

WAVE cordially invites you to a Wine Tasting Event

2009-06-05T08:59:00.000-07:00

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.

2nd Annual Astia New York Investor Forum

2009-05-22T07:13:00.000-07:00

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.

AlwaysOn: Venture Summit East conference

2009-05-05T07:46:00.000-07:00

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 Capital Network (TCN) - When is Venture Capital Right for your Early Stage Company?

2009-04-10T19:15:00.000-07:00

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.

Invest Northwest 2009

2009-03-12T17:55:00.000-07:00

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.

Investors' Circle Spring Conference

2009-03-11T17:50:00.000-07:00

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.

Astia - Doing it Right Programme

2009-03-10T19:36:00.000-07:00

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.

Call for Applications - Women entrepreneurs

2009-03-03T13:11:00.000-08:00

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

PENSCO Symposium Series: Why Limit Your IRA & 401(k) to the Stock Market?

2009-02-26T06:23:00.000-08:00

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.

Landmark Venture Forum

2009-02-15T22:24:00.000-08:00

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.

Early Stage East 2009

2009-02-12T22:29:00.000-08:00

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.

2009 ACA Summit

2009-02-10T22:14:00.000-08:00

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.

The 2009 Corporate Venture Capital Summit

2009-02-10T22:10:00.000-08:00

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.

Silicon Valley: Global Growth Strategies for Entrepreneurs

2009-02-03T21:57:00.000-08:00

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.

Social Enterprise: Seizing Emergent Opportunities

2009-02-03T21:52:00.000-08:00

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:

“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

*NEW!* The IC Challenge: Debating the "Sell Out"

For more information www.investorscircle.net

Cartier Women's Initiative Awards

2009-02-02T21:44:00.000-08:00

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.

11th Annual Angel Venture Fair

2009-01-28T20:00:00.000-08:00

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

NYC Venture Capital Showcase

2009-01-28T16:13:00.000-08:00

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.

'Partnering' Workshop - Meeting R & D Challenges through Strategic Alliances

2009-01-27T20:25:00.000-08:00

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

2nd annual Women's Private Equity Summit

2009-01-22T22:19:00.000-08:00

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

In addition to networking with attendees from around the world, you'll hear from an outstanding line-up of pioneering women.

Celebrate Women Entrepreneurs

2009-01-22T21:33:00.000-08:00

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.

ACA 2009 Summit

2009-01-22T19:54:00.000-08:00

InterContinental Buckhead Hotel Atlanta
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 15^th with an informal reception at 5:30 pm Eastern time and adjourns on Friday, April 17^th at 1:30 pm. ACA members interested in attending the annual member meeting should plan to arrive by 4:30 pm on April 15^th.

Several pre-Summit programs will also be offered throughout the day on Wednesday, April 15^th.

A copy of the Summit agenda is at the bottom of this page.

Evening Roundtable: Negotiation & Valuation

2009-01-22T19:27:00.000-08:00

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

Sponsor Lunch: Accounting 101 for Entrepreneurs Raising Capital

2009-01-22T19:22:00.000-08:00

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

Investor's Circle Fall Conference

2008-10-01T11:50:00.000-07:00

Investors' Circle, a network of investors who catalyzing the growth of the sustainable economy, invite you to join them at their bi-annual conference in Boston, Nov. 11-12. The conference takes place over two days, there is a venture day with about 20 presenting companies focusing on the following sectors: health & wellness, community & international development, energy & environment, food & organics, media & education. The second day is their education day, where a broader community can comes together to learn about issues around the sustainable economy movement, social entrepreneurship, skill building for angel investors as well as featuring Major Carter of Sustainable South Bronx as the keynote speaker. More information can be found: Investors Circle
A discount is available for Golden Seeds members, see Angel Soft/Group Messages

Astia Fall Converence

2008-10-01T11:45:00.000-07:00

Astia November Forum in San Francisco Nov 19th – 21st: Golden Seeds members are invited to attend courtesy of Astia (many thanks to Sharon Vosmek!) Check on Angel Soft/Group Messages for the link to a complimentary registration. For more information, go to

www.astia.org

Early Stage Venture Investing Conference October 22nd San Francisco

2008-09-30T14:11:00.000-07:00

THE 9TH ANNUAL EARLY STAGE VENTURE INVESTING CONFERENCE
October 22, 2008 ● The Fairmont Hotel, San Francisco, CA Presented by IBF Conferences, Inc.
This Conference serves as a major industry gathering for over 300 seed and early stage investors to collectively share leadership experiences, fund raising models, management structures and areas of deal flow.

Keynote discussion panels include:

· Early Stage Venture Capital Investing: New Rules For The Riskiest Venture Game
· Limited Partners And Gatekeepers Speak Out On Early Stage Venture Capital
Fund Structures For Early Stage Investments: How Are Today’s VCs Structuring Early Stage Focused Funds
· Relieving IPO Stress & Preparing an Exit Strategy
· Ensuring The Competitive Future of A Young Company: How Are Today’s VCs Growing Start-Ups To Become Global Leaders
· Tech Transfer 2008: Deal Structures & Business Models For The New Wave of IP Investments
· On Angels’ Wings: The Growing Importance Of Angel Investors
· Overcoming The Toughest Milestone: Getting Early Stage Companies To The Next Round Of Financing

For continuous program updates or to register please visit www.ibfconferences.com. A discount is available for Golden Seeds Members - check on Angel Soft for the discount code - you will find it under Group Messages

Entrepreneur Training - October 29th 2008

2008-06-04T06:37:00.001-07:00

Half day educational training session to prepare you to successfully raise equity capital from angel investors

What investors are looking for in a business plan & pitch
What type of financing makes sense for your company
What will investors be looking for in the diligence process

Workshop topics:

· Creating your pitch to investors

· Capital Strategy and Valuation

Training Session: 9am - 1pm $280

Workshop: 1 pm-3 pm $100

Click here to enroll now: Register

Coffee and Capital - Boston

2008-05-13T05:28:00.000-07:00

For Entrepreneurs

Join The Center for Women & Enterprise For

Coffee & Capital

June 19th: Hosted by Jill Preotle and Jean Hammond of Golden Seeds

The Equity Breakfast Series

Spring & Fall 2008

Golden Seeds (June 19) ● Pilot House Ventures (September 30)

Castile Ventures (October 30)

____________________________________________________________________________________

Come and hear both sides of the equity story! Sit down with the area’s leading venture capital firms and angel groups for an intimate and candid round-table discussion on the art of raising equity capital. You will be joined in the conference room by investors from the host firm, and in some cases, recently funded entrepreneurs. Meet the industry experts!

June 19, 2008

8:30-10:00 am

Golden Seeds at

Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge LLP

111 Huntington Avenue, 20^th floor

Boston, MA

Tickets $100 per person - Enrollment limited

To register or to obtain more information contact:

Bill Lane - Venture Center Manager 617-532-0242 or blane@cweonline.org

Astia Forum in New York - May22nd

2008-04-24T12:58:00.000-07:00

The Astia Forum at which a select group of companies from the Spring Funding Series (April 21st - 24th) will present to VCs and angel investors will be held on May 22nd at the offices of Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo: Chrysler Center, 666 Third Avenue New York, NY 10017 10am to 4pm. Click here to register

Register now for Entrepreneur Training - April 30th

2008-04-24T12:50:00.001-07:00

Half day educational training session to prepare you to successfully raise equity capital from angel investors

What investors are looking for in a business plan & pitch
What type of financing makes sense for your company
What will investors be looking for in the diligence process

Workshop topics:

· Creating your pitch to investors

· Capital Strategy and Valuation

Training Session: 9am - 1pm $280

Workshop: 1 pm-3 pm $100

Click here to enroll now: Register

Investor Training - September 23rd 2008

2008-04-24T12:44:00.000-07:00

Our next quarterly training session for new or prospective early stage venture investors/angel investors will be held on Tuesday September 23rd from 9am to 1 pm in mid-town Manhattan. The sessions include:

The Investment Process
The Due Diligence Process
Valuing Early State Companies
Structuring the Deal
Term Sheets & Closing Documents

The sessions are geared for new and prospective investors, and we combine teaching instruction with workshop exercises. The atmosphere is one of "we are all learning together", and is very hands on - so bring your calculator!

Guests are welcome - please invite anyone you think might be interested. The regular cost is $285, but there is an early bird discount for registrations received before August 15th.

To register, please click here: Registration

Some testimonials from previous sessions:

"For all those who want to be angel investors, this course is a must." Former head of M&A, mid-cap company.

"Angel investing 101 in a comprehensive, lively format. This is the first course you should take if you want to become an angel investor". Former hedge fund founding partner.

"I wish I had done this course before making my first investment!" Former Goldman Sachs parter

Astia Dinner

2008-04-08T13:11:00.001-07:00

Tuesday April 22nd
6pm Michael Jordan's restaurant
West Balcony
Grand Central Station

invitation only

Boston Cocktail Party

2008-04-08T13:09:00.000-07:00

For members and prospective members
By invitation only
5pm Wednesday April 16th
please contact mrc@goldenseeds.com

Exit Party

2008-04-08T13:08:00.001-07:00

for members only - to celebrate our successful first exit

5pm Tuesday May 13th at
South Sea Treasures
45 Rockefeller Center
630 Fifth Avenue Suite 1902
New York, NY

by invitation only

Investor Training - April 15th 2008

2008-03-08T11:45:00.001-08:00

Our half day investor training session for new and prospective investors takes place on Tuesday April 15th in New York. Click here for details and to Register

Entrepreneur Training - April 30th

2008-03-08T11:44:00.001-08:00

Our training session for entrepreneurs who want to learn what investors are looking for in a business plan and pitch, and how to value their early stage companies, is held quarterly in New York. The next one will be held on April 30th. For details and to register: Register

Astia Spring Program in New York

2008-03-08T11:27:00.000-08:00

Spring Entrepreneur Program & Investor Forum

Presented in Partnership with Golden Seeds

Now on the East Coast, select companies will experience Astia’s hallmark program and coaching that has resulted in a greater than 60% funding success rate for prior participants.

Companies participate in a two and a half day program aimed at preparing entrepreneurs for their fund raising effort and attracting investment. Select entrepreneurs will receive:

Introductions to leading VCs and angel investors through investor-led panels and workshops
Presentation skills coaching by a leading expert
Increased business acumen and executive leadership skills
Expert advice from VC’s, Angels and successful entrepreneurs

Springboard - All Things Media

2008-03-08T11:22:00.000-08:00

Two parties will be held in March to launch the Springboard - All Things Media event that will be held in New York on October 30th, 2008. Click here for more info

Entrepreneur Training - April 30th

2008-01-23T12:03:00.000-08:00

Investor Training - April 15th 2008

2008-01-23T12:01:00.000-08:00

Our half day investor training session for new and prospective investors takes place on Tuesday April 15th in New York. Click here for details and to Register