Insight from VCs: Developing Your Idea/Preparing Your Pitch
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Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Marina del Rey Marriott
5:30 p.m. - Reception
6:30 p.m. - Program
Registration for this event is now closed.
Getting the attention of venture capital investors requires more than just a great idea. Investors demand a great business plan, a competitive edge, marketplace understanding and aligned exit goals. Learn how to build your idea, create a business plan and find the essential pieces that excite venture capitalists from a team of qualified experts. Among the subjects covered at this special seminar:
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Analyzing competitors
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Prepping your presentation
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Identifying customer needs
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Developing your business plan
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Preparing financials
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Assembling the right management team
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Understanding the investment process (i.e. term sheet, valuations)
Whether you're new to raising capital for your business or need a refresher on the process of venture capital funding, our panel will illuminate the "how's and why's" of financing start-ups. Join us for this exciting seminar co-hosted by Management Partners and the Los Angeles Venture Association.
Panelists:
- John Morris, Managing Director, GKM Ventures
- Greg Martin, Partner, RedPoint Ventures
- Klaus Koch, Partner, Kline Hawkes
- Richard Koffler, CEO, Alelo Inc.
- Michael Sheridan, Senior Associate, Growth Management Partners
- Robert Whyte (Moderator), LAVA President & Managing Director of Mosaic Capital
Location:
Marina del Rey Marriott
4100 Admiralty Way
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Registration and Fees:
$25 - Management Partners; $50 - Non-Management Partners
Registration for this event is now closed.
Refunds will not be issued for cancellations within 24 hours of the event.
For questions regarding this event, please contact:
Office of Alumni and Career Services
Graziadio School of Business and Management
Pepperdine University
(310) 568-5639
gsbmalum@pepperdine.edu
