The Venture Forum, central Virginia’s intersection of business innovation and capital, is hosting the Virginia Entrepreneur Summit on Tuesday, April 24. This event will inspire business connections, business development and business growth. The Summit will feature insight and guidance from successful entrepreneurs, investors, and an opportunity to build connections with valuable resources. This event will sell out…so do not miss out on your chance to register.
Schedule of Events
April 24, 2012
Virginia Historical Society
Richmond, Virginia
1.) Finance Your Early Stage Venture From Seed Ground and Beyond –brought to you by the: Richmond Venture Forum Women’s Initiative
Moderator: Matthew Austin, Managing Director, Virginia Capital
Panelists: Brian Carney, Principal & General Partner, Harbert Venture Partners, Tom Beneditti, Partner, Blue Heron Capital, Mike McGinley, Managing Partner, New Dominion Angels
2.) Building a Corporate Culture, Maximizing the Journey—and the Exit Value
Moderator: Gary LeClair, co-founder and Chairman, LeClair Ryan
Panelists: Brian Callaghan, Founder & Co-CEO – Apex
Scott Walker, CEO – Ironworks Consulting
Panelists:
John May, Managing Partner, New Vantage Group
Karen Adams, Angel Investor
Mike McGinley, Managing Partner, New Dominion Angels
Steve Hutcherson, Founder & President at VisionairX LLC
Companies Pitching
(Companies to be revealed)
Table Sponsors
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