Thursday, March 6, 2025

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM PST (Online Event)

Raised $70M and Exited: Why Product-Market Fit Outweighs Early VC Pursuit

Tom Coburn, co-founder of Jebbit, will share his entrepreneurial journey from dropping out of Boston College in 2013 to building Jebbit into the world’s first declared data platform. Jebbit helps marketing and sales teams capture critical consumer data directly from users, bypassing unreliable third-party sources. With major clients such as Cathay Pacific Airways, LifeLock, and the New England Revolution, Jebbit was recognized as one of CNBC’s Top 25 Most Promising Companies and earned accolades for its culture and innovation.

Tom will reflect on his journey raising $70M from Vista in 2020, and eventually selling Jebbit to a Vista portfolio company in 2022. He’ll share pivotal lessons learned, including the challenges of chasing VC funding and CMO buy-in over focusing on the end-user experience. After enduring a difficult period in 2019 that included layoffs and customer churn, Tom shifted focus to product-market fit, an approach he’ll adopt for his next startup. This event will provide valuable insights for founders and investors on scaling companies, navigating growth challenges, and the importance of aligning product strategy with user needs. 

Opening Remarks @ 9:30am PT

Join us for opening remarks with Dina Fattom, Member Success Manager at Founders Network, to get the latest updates from the Network and opportunities for getting involved. 

Keynote Speaker @ 9:40am PT

Tom Coburn is the co-founder and CEO of Jebbit. He is also a General Partner at Soaring Startup Circle Venture Partners (SSC Venture Partners). Tom co-founded Jebbit while studying at Boston College, dropping out to pursue his entrepreneurial ambitions full-time.

He has been recognized with several prestigious honors, including Forbes 30 Under 30, the Upstart 100, and as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalist. Tom is passionate about mentoring and has co-founded two non-profit organizations. His work continues to inspire startups in the tech and venture space, blending his expertise in marketing technology with a focus on helping emerging companies scale. 

Stage-Based Roundtables @ 10:30am PT

Complimentary Ticket:

Are you a full-time tech founder? Be our guest! We’re making our events available to tech founders everywhere. Enjoy a complimentary ticket to come learn from fellow tech founders, partners and investors. Already used your complimentary guest pass? Request an invite to see if you qualify for membership.

Thanks to Founders Network for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Thursday, February 6, 2025

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM PST / Online Event

From $500M Exits to Transforming Freight: The Journey of Zvi Schreiber

Explore the journey of Zvi Schreiber, a British-Israeli entrepreneur reshaping the tech landscape as the Founder and CEO of Freightos, the leading marketplace for the trillion-dollar international freight industry. He is driving transparency and efficiency in a traditionally opaque market.

Zvi founded Tradeum Inc., a B2B e-commerce pioneer, achieving over $100 million in revenue and a $500 million exit. He led Unicorn Inc. to its acquisition by IBM and managed G.ho.st, which was sold to Infinity Fund. As CEO of Lightech, he facilitated its acquisition by General Electric (GE) Lighting in 2011.

In this session, Zvi will share insights from his entrepreneurial journey, discussing the challenges and strategies of building successful startups. He will emphasize resilience, strategic thinking, and the role of technology in transforming industries.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a visionary entrepreneur who continues to code part-time and inspire the next generation of founders. Join us for a compelling discussion on entrepreneurship and innovation! 

Opening Remarks @ 9:00am PT

Join us for opening remarks with Dina Fattom, Member Success Manager at Founders Network, to get the latest updates from the Network and opportunities for getting involved.

 Keynote Speaker @ 9:10am PT

Zvi Schreiber is a distinguished tech entrepreneur. Born in London and raised in Israel, he holds a PhD in computer science.

He founded Tradeum Inc., a B2B e-commerce pioneer, and Unicorn Inc., which was acquired by IBM. Zvi also led G.ho.st, sold to Infinity Fund, and served as CEO of Lightech, which was sold to General Electric (GE) Lighting in 2011.

As Founder and CEO of Freightos, Zvi is transforming the international freight market through an innovative online marketplace that streamlines global shipping logistics. Freightos has raised significant funding and went public via SPAC in 2021.

An advocate for entrepreneurship and technology, Zvi is a speaker and writer, and he continues to code part-time to stay connected to the industry. 

Stage-Based Roundtables @ 10:00am PT 

Complimentary Ticket:

Are you a full-time tech founder? Be our guest! We’re making our events available to tech founders everywhere. Enjoy a complimentary ticket to come learn from fellow tech founders, partners and investors. Already used your complimentary guest pass? Request an invite to see if you qualify for membership.

Thanks to Founders Network for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Monday, February 3, 2025

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM PT Online Event

Employee to Entrepreneur: How to Make the Trasition to Startup Founder

Do you want to start your own technology company but don't know where to begin? You are not alone. Every day, millions of people go to jobs they don't enjoy, but few take the leap to change their path. At the "Employee to Entrepreneur" event, you'll hear inspiring stories, practical tips, and best practices from those who left their jobs to build their own startups. Learn from Taj Adhav, Founder of Leasecake, and Ivan Francis, Co-Founder & CEO of ARGONETA, as they share their journeys, challenges, and insights on transitioning from employee to entrepreneur. At the end, attendees will have the chance to network with other aspiring founders.

Who Should Attend?

• Anyone who dreams of launching their own company.

• Anyone with an idea for a new business either launched inside their employer or independently.

• Anyone curious about being an entrepreneur someday.

What Are Some of the Topics?

• What is the difference between being an employee versus being a founder.

• What to consider before becoming an entrepreneur.

• How do you know when the time is right to quit. 

• What are the first steps in the entrepreneurial journey.

Featured Speakers:

Ivan Francis - Co-Founder & CEO at ARGONETA - Mr. Francis is the Co-founder and CEO of ARGONETA,  that creates underwater habitats for safe, affordable, and accessible work, play, and living experiences . He has over 20 years of scuba diving experience and holds AQUANAUT, underwater habitat maintenance, and mine diver certifications, in addition to his PADI Advanced Open Water rating. Ivan is a former consultant with Kearney and Deloitte who has held Strategy, Transformation, M&A and Engineering roles with several global organizations including IMAX, General Motors, Ford and Xerox.  He is a member of the SeaAhead bluetech startup platform and the Marine Technology Society.

• Taj Adhav - Founder at Leasecake -  He is the founder of Leasecake, a software service revolutionizing lease management for commercial real estate owners, brokers, and tenants. With a background in business and technology, he has dedicated his career to simplifying complex processes and driving value for stakeholders. Leveraging expertise in business transformation, product strategy, and commercialization, he has a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions, creating new revenue streams, and driving sustainable growth. His entrepreneurial mindset and leadership skills empower teams to tackle challenges, forge strategic partnerships, and achieve measurable success in competitive markets.

Thanks to Founder Institute for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Thursday, January 30, 2025

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM ICT Virtual Event

Climate Tech Pitch #Thailand

📢 Are you a climate tech startup ready to take on the challenges of climate change and decarbonization in Southeast Asia?
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🌍 An unprecedented opportunity to showcase your solution and connect with Investors, VCs, CVCs, and family offices in our Climate Tech Coalition.
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🎯 If you're based in Thailand and working on green or net-zero solutions that can make an impact in the Southeast Asian market, we want to hear from you.
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🚩 Each Country:
→ 5 Climate Tech Startups
→ 5 mins pitch + 5 mins Q&A
→ 5 Judges from leading VCs/CVCs
→ 500+ Audiences from our Coalition
→ $1.2 Billion Capital Available
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Why?:
✅ Investor Access: Connect with 500+ active climate tech investors
✅ Pitch Opportunities: Showcase your solution to 1,000+ audience members.
✅ Feedback: Receive feedback from our judges & coalition members.
✅ Funding: Access $1.2 billion in potential capital for climate tech companies
✅ Investor Matchmaking: Facilitated meetings with potential investors.
Global Reach: Opportunities to enter or expand into the global market.
✅ Networking: Expand your network for collaborations and partnerships.
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📢 Ready to make your mark (or) know someone who'd be a great fit?

🚀 Startups interested in presenting at our upcoming event:

👉🏽 Apply Here: https://tinyurl.com/ClimateTechPitchSEA

Thanks to The Atlas Capital & Climate Tech Coalition for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Thursday, January 30, 2025

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST Online Event

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network

CONNECTpreneur’s Virtual Rocket Pitch – The world’s largest investor pitch events.
Come learn, connect with others, and be inspired!

We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of January 29th, as well as the morning of January 30th.

About this Event:

CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World’s Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.

This will be our 125th event (61st Virtual) over the last 13 years.

CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 30,000+ business leaders over the past 13 years. Our events are cited as “The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic” by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.

Program Highlights:

– “Virtual Networking” pre and post-program – via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms

– We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.

– Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.

– “Rocket Pitch” Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.

– These are virtual “Meetings” NOT “webinars”. All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.

– Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.

– We will publish a full list of all registrants – name, title, and company name to enhance networking.

All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

AGENDA

All times are Eastern Standard Time – EST

11:00 – 11:05 am VIRTUAL NETWORKING (via Private Message)

11:05 – 11:15 am WELCOME and INTRODUCTIONS

11:15 – 12:00 pm ROCKET PITCH SESSION. Promising Early Stage Companies will present.

12:00 – 1:00 pm PRESENTING COMPANY BREAKOUT ROOMS and VIRTUAL NETWORKING (via Private Message)

Each Presenting Company will host a Breakout Room for deeper dive conversations. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at any time.

PREVIOUS INVESTOR PARTICIPANTS (partial list)

Blackstone, Intel Capital, Kleiner Perkins, Sequoia Capital, Revolution Ventures, Carlyle Group, NEA, Technology Crossover Ventures, Google Ventures, TPG, US Venture Partners, Y Combinator, Columbia Capital, True Ventures, Sterling Partners, HIG, Grotech, UPDATA, Koch Industries, Saudi Aramco, Garage Technology Ventures, In-Q-Tel, Motley Fool Ventures, New Atlantic Ventures, PROOF.VC, Edison Ventures, SWaN & Legend Venture Partners, Hercules Technology Growth Capital, Silicon Valley Bank, Venturehouse, Kinetic Ventures, Core Capital, Boulder Ventures, TDF Funds, Ballast Point Ventures, Multiplier Capital, Saratoga Investment Corp., Maryland Venture Fund, New Markets Venture Partners, Camber Creek, 500 Startups, Novak Biddle, Amplifier Venture Partners, DFW Capital Partners, Farragut Capital, NextGen Angels, CIT GAP Funds, TEDCO, BluVenture Investors, Leeds Novamark, 1776, Private Access Network, CAV Angels, Riverbend Capital, K Street Capital, Select Venture Partners, Cranbrook Capital, Baltimore Angels, SaaS Ventures, Acceleprise, Blue Marlin Partners, US Boston Capital, VentureCross Partners, Dingman Angels, Neuberger & Co. Ventures, Angel Venture Forum, Paras Ventures, Noblestar Capital, Grindstone Partners, New Vantage Group, New Dominion Angels, Early Light Capital, Enhanced Capital, MTECH Ventures, Mosaic Capital, Opus8, Blue Heron Capital, Duncaster Investments, Lancaster Angel Network, Ruxton Ventures, Fortify Ventures, MIT Alumni Angels, and Conscious Venture Labs.

 EVENT PARTNERS

NEXT, powered by Shulman Rogers
AEG
PWC Economic Development
Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Maryland Tech Council Venture Mentoring Services
Shulman Rogers
Refraction
Startup Grind
Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO)
Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. (FITCI)
Keiretsu Forum
Blu Venture Investors
Dingman Center Angels
Citrine Angels
MIT Alumni Angels
Baltimore Angels
New Jersey Angels
Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative
Wharton DC Innovation Summit
Founder Institute
Ryan & Wetmore
Monte Jade Science & Technology Association
National Association of Business Owners and Entrepreneurs (NABOE)

Thanks to Big Idea CONNECTpreneur for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Monday, January 27, 2025

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT Webinar

How to Align Your Brand Messaging with Your Startup Mission

Learn how to create impactful brand messaging

How do you build a standout brand that resonates and drives impact? At this live online event, attendees will get actionable insights on crafting effective messaging and branding strategies from Daniel Francavilla, a Marketing Advisor & Brand Strategist at Daniel Does Consulting and an award-winning entrepreneur. With over a decade of experience helping startups and purpose-driven organizations, Daniel will discuss key branding principles, common pitfalls, and how to align your brand with your mission. If you're ready to elevate your startup's brand and messaging, this is a must-attend event!

What You'll Learn:

• How to build a memorable and impactful startup brand

• Common branding mistakes and how to avoid them

• Strategies to align your brand messaging with your mission

Featured Speaker:

• Daniel Francavilla - Marketing Advisor & Brand Strategist at Daniel Does Consulting -  A marketing advisor, strategist, founder and mentor making a positive impact. He is a Certified Brand Strategist, college educator, member of the Canadian Marketing Association and a recipient of a 40 Under 40 Award. His latest venture, The Good Growth Company, provides training for social good organizations to upskill their teams and scale their mission. After graduating from OCAD University, Daniel founded Now Creative Group in 2013, later acquired by King Street Media in 2021 where he became a partner, which also launched CreatorClub, a content platform and studio. As an advocate for social good Daniel continues to run ACCESS, a nonprofit he founded as a student in 2006, which provides funding and mentorship for youth-led initiatives.

Thanks to Founder Institute for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Friday, January 23, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM EDT - ZOOM Event

Find a Cofounder, Help or Join a Tech Startup

​If you are a startup founder or anyone else in the tech ecosystem looking to start, join, or help a tech startup, this event is for you!

​Startup founders pitch their business or concept to the audience like on Shark Tank. Then, each founder gets a breakout room for more collaboration and discussions, similar to a hackathon.

​We are meeting on Zoom, the link is here in the listing.

​Agenda
8:00pm – 8:10 EDT
Intros: while people trickle in, we introduce ourselves and the structure so you can get the most out of it.

​8:10 - 8:25
Pitches: 5-8 startup founders have 3 minutes to pitch their businesses to everyone - they will tell us their biggest business needs or obstacles. The pitches have no Q&A - any questions can be asked in the breakouts.

​8:30 – onward
Breakout Groups: each founder that pitched gets one. You can choose which breakout to join to have a deeper discussion with the founder.

​Startup Oasis was created to pierce the illusion of accessibility of startups and tech by creating a grassroots forum for early-stage founders to pitch to those in the tech ecosystem to get real-time feedback for their idea or business.

Thanks to Startup Oasis for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Wednesday, January 15, 2025

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM SGT - Online Event

How to Build, Fundraise, and Exit Your Startup: AMA with Tim Grassin

Get Actionable Advice on Fundraising and Exiting from a Serial Entrepreneur

Want to learn the secrets to startup success? Join Tim Grassin, a serial entrepreneur with three exits, for an exclusive live AMA session. At this event, Tim will share his experiences in building, scaling, and exiting companies. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask Tim questions about fundraising strategies, creating value for clients, and building strong relationships. If you're looking to gain actionable advice from a seasoned entrepreneur who managed to exit three companeies, don't miss this chance to learn and connect!

What You'll Learn:

• How to craft a winning fundraising strategy that attracts investors and drives growth.

• Key insights into scaling a business while delivering maximum value to clients.

• Proven tactics for navigating the complexities of successful startup exits.

Featured Speaker:

• Tim Grassin - Serial Entrepreneur -  A three-time exit founder and the CEO of Kubegrade, an enterprise SaaS startup automating Kubernetes cluster management for mid-to-large companies. With a proven track record of scaling startups, including growing TendoPay to it’s acquisition by Tonik Bank, Tim specializes in founder-led sales, GTM strategies, and innovative scaling playbooks. He is also the host of "Next Big Wave," a podcast for founders in Southeast Asia. 

Thanks to Founder Institute for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Monday, January 13, 2025

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT - Online Event

Startup to Scale-Up: Mastering Sales & Branding with Mark Kosoglow

In the world of startups, mastering go-to-market (GTM) strategies and building robust sales functions are key to driving growth. Join us for an exclusive fireside chat and AMA session with Mark Kosoglow, a luminary in the SaaS industry, known for his pioneering GTM leadership. As the first sales hire at Outreach.io, Mark played a pivotal role in scaling the company to unicorn status by building and refining their sales development function. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the top leaders in SaaS sales. Come prepared with your questions and get direct answers in this interactive event!

What You'll Learn:

• Proven GTM strategies and outbound sales techniques to drive growth in 2025.

• Building and scaling high-performing sales teams, from founder-led sales to Series B.

• Effective sales leadership and personal branding insights.

 Featured Speakers:

• Mark Kosoglow - Co-Founder & CEO at Operator - A seasoned sales and business leader with a proven track record of scaling organizations and driving growth. He started his career as a teenager learning sales through instructional videos, and later ran a small business with 200+ employees. [Name] successfully revitalized a dormant sales territory and managed a team of 12 across 9 states, solidifying his sales philosophy. At one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies, he helped scale revenue to over $250M while balancing growth and customer experience. Today, he’s honored to work with a customer-focused team of the best and brightest professionals he's ever known.

Thanks to Founder Institute for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Wednesday, January 8, 2025

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT (Online Event)

Co-Founder Networking: Find a Technical Co-Founder

Building a great Co-Founder team is one of the most difficult yet important steps in founding a startup. While many founders may start alone, there are multiple benefits of having a Co-Founder, and taking the time to establish a quality team can mean the difference between failure and success. Join us for this fun and interactive event where you will learn best practices for building an effective Co-Founder relationship. In addition, you will have the opportunity to network with other entrepreneurs who are looking for a Co-Founder at virtual tables and speed networking sessions.

Before attending, we encourage participants to take the Entrepreneur DNA Test to enhance the matching process by identifying traits and compatibility for a more tailored co-founder experience. Don’t miss this chance to build your dream team!

What You'll Accomplish:

• You will learn the best practices for finding the right Co-Founder.

• You will meet startup enthusiasts and experts from around the world.

• You will find potential Co-Founders.

To get the most out of this Co-Founder networking event:

• Come ready for live video networking

• Prepare by visiting our Guide to Find a Co-Founder 

• Fill out our Co-Founder Networking Worksheet

To access all of the networking features of this event, please join using Chrome or Firefox from a desktop or tablet, or download the Airmeet Mobile App.

Thanks to Founder Institute for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Monday, January 6, 2025

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT Online

How to Go from 0 to 1: Scaling and Exiting Your Startup with Mark Balovnev

Learn how to turn your idea into a thriving business and a winning exit.

How do you turn a startup idea into a successful exit? Join Mark Balovnev, a founder with two successful exits and over 10 years of experience in business transformations and SaaS leadership. In this fireside chat, Mark will break down the journey from startup conception to acquisition. Join us to learn about his step-by-step approach to achieving outsized growth and navigating a successful exit in competitive markets. Whether you're just starting out or eyeing an exit, this event will provide practical insights to take your startup to the finish line.

What You'll Learn:

• How to build your startup with an exit in mind.

• Strategies to scale and thrive in competitive markets.

• Steps to successfully navigate the acquisition process.

Featured Speaker:

•  Mark Balovnez - Former Co-Founder & CEO at Educhain & Vantyr - A seasoned founder featured on CNN and Time Magazine with a rich background in leading and scaling SaaS ventures and organizational transformations, facilitating over $100 million in deals. Mark successfully exited two companies, Educhain and Vantyr. He is a naturally versatile leader capable of driving large initiatives concurrently and steering products to success in competitive markets. Over 10 years’ experience driving innovation, leading business transformations, managing cross-functional teams, and achieving outsized business growth.

Thanks to Founder Institute for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Thursday, January 2, 2025

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM PT Online Event

Startup Funding AMA & Founder Institute Info Session, with Jonathan Greechan (CEO, Founder Institute)

Learn about the Founder Institute program and ask questions about funding

If you're interested in learning about startup funding and discovering how the Founder Institute can help, join this live and interactive online event featuring Jonathan Greechan, CEO and Co-Founder of the Founder Institute. The webinar will kick off with a brief presentation on fundraising and an overview of the Founder Institute, followed by 30-45 minutes of 'Ask Me Anything' (AMA) covering all topics related to FI and entrepreneurship. Bring your questions and make the most of this opportunity to get expert advice and insights!

Who Should Attend:

• Anyone who has an idea for a startup or an early-stage company.

• Any with a pre-seed startup (pre-funding).

• Anyone interested in learning about the Founder Institute program.

What You'll Learn:

• Key insights and practical tips for securing startup funding at the pre-seed stage

• How the Founder Institute can support you in launching and scaling your startup

• Expert advice on navigating the entrepreneurial journey, from idea to growth

Featured Speaker:

• Jonathan Greechan - CEO & Co-Founder at the Founder Institute - Since 2009, Jonathan has grown and scaled the world's largest pre-seed accelerator to chapters in over 200 cities and 100 countries, producing over 6800 portfolio companies with an estimated value of $35BN. He also serves as an Advisor to Oxford Entrepreneurs (Oxford University), Horasis, and the USC Incubator (University of Southern California). Previously, Jonathan was a Partner of TheFunded.com, the first website for founders to rate and review venture capitalists, and an Executive Producer of the Founder Showcase, a leading Silicon Valley startup conference that hosted speakers like Elon Musk. Jonathan’s writing has been featured in Fortune, TechCrunch, and Entrepreneur Magazine, and he has spoken at startup conferences on four continents. 

Thanks to Founder Institute for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Thursday, December 19, 2024

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST Online

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking

CONNECTpreneur’s Virtual Rocket Pitch – The world’s largest investor pitch events.
Come learn, connect with others, and be inspired!

We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of December 18th, as well as the morning of December 19th.

About this Event:

CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World’s Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.

This will be our 123rd event (60th Virtual) over the last 13 years.

CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 25,000+ business leaders over the past 13 years. Our events are cited as “The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic” by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.

Program Highlights:

– “Virtual Networking” pre and post-program – via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms

– We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.

– Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.

– “Rocket Pitch” Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.

– These are virtual “Meetings” NOT “webinars”. All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.

– Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.

– We will publish a full list of all registrants – name, title, and company name to enhance networking.

All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

AGENDA

All times are Eastern Standard Time – EST

11:00 – 11:05 am 

VIRTUAL NETWORKING (via Private Message)

11:05 – 11:15 am

WELCOME and INTRODUCTIONS

11:15 – 12:00 pm

ROCKET PITCH SESSION

Promising Early Stage Companies will present.

12:00 – 1::00 pm

PRESENTING COMPANY BREAKOUT ROOMS and VIRTUAL NETWORKING (via Private Message)

Each Presenting Company will host a Breakout Room for deeper dive conversations. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at any time.

PREVIOUS INVESTOR PARTICIPANTS (partial list)

Blackstone, Intel Capital, Kleiner Perkins, Sequoia Capital, Revolution Ventures, Carlyle Group, NEA, Technology Crossover Ventures, Google Ventures, TPG, US Venture Partners, Y Combinator, Columbia Capital, True Ventures, Sterling Partners, HIG, Grotech, UPDATA, Koch Industries, Saudi Aramco, Garage Technology Ventures, In-Q-Tel, Motley Fool Ventures, New Atlantic Ventures, PROOF.VC, Edison Ventures, SWaN & Legend Venture Partners, Hercules Technology Growth Capital, Silicon Valley Bank, Venturehouse, Kinetic Ventures, Core Capital, Boulder Ventures, TDF Funds, Ballast Point Ventures, Multiplier Capital, Saratoga Investment Corp., Maryland Venture Fund, New Markets Venture Partners, Camber Creek, 500 Startups, Novak Biddle, Amplifier Venture Partners, DFW Capital Partners, Farragut Capital, NextGen Angels, CIT GAP Funds, TEDCO, BluVenture Investors, Leeds Novamark, 1776, Private Access Network, CAV Angels, Riverbend Capital, K Street Capital, Select Venture Partners, Cranbrook Capital, Baltimore Angels, SaaS Ventures, Acceleprise, Blue Marlin Partners, US Boston Capital, VentureCross Partners, Dingman Angels, Neuberger & Co. Ventures, Angel Venture Forum, Paras Ventures, Noblestar Capital, Grindstone Partners, New Vantage Group, New Dominion Angels, Early Light Capital, Enhanced Capital, MTECH Ventures, Mosaic Capital, Opus8, Blue Heron Capital, Duncaster Investments, Lancaster Angel Network, Ruxton Ventures, Fortify Ventures, MIT Alumni Angels, and Conscious Venture Labs.

EVENT PARTNERS

NEXT, powered by Shulman Rogers
AEG
PWC Economic Development
Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Maryland Tech Council Venture Mentoring Services
Shulman Rogers
Refraction
Startup Grind
Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO)
Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. (FITCI)
Keiretsu Forum
Blu Venture Investors
Dingman Center Angels
Citrine Angels
MIT Alumni Angels
Baltimore Angels
New Jersey Angels
Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative
Wharton DC Innovation Summit
Founder Institute
Ryan & Wetmore
Monte Jade Science & Technology Association
National Association of Business Owners and Entrepreneurs (NABOE)

Thanks to Big Idea CONNECTpreneur for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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Wednesday, December 18, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EST Virtual

Founder Showcase: Startup Pitch & Networking Event, with Jonathan Greechan (CEO of FI)

Hear an inspiring keynote and watch international pre-seed startups pitch

The Founder Showcase is Silicon Valley's leading international startup pitch event, helping pre-seed startups learn, launch, and connect with investors. At this interactive online event, you can watch the pitches of promising pre-seed startups from across the globe. We'll also have an inspiring keynote presentation from Jonathan Greechan, CEO & Co-Founder at founder Institute, where he will share his insights on what idea-stage and pre-seed startups can expect to see in the startup funding landscape for 2025, and how they can prepare. Stay after the pitches to network with international founders, investors, and executives.

About the Founder Showcase:

The Founder Showcase is Silicon Valley's leading international startup pitch event, helping seed-stage startups learn, launch, and connect to investors.  Since 2008, speakers like Elon Musk and startups like Udemy and Thumbtack have presented on our stage. Learn more about this premier event at FounderShowcase.com.

Keynote Speaker:

• Jonathan Greechan - CEO & Co-Founder at Founder Institute - Since 2009, Jonathan has grown and scaled the world's largest pre-seed accelerator to chapters in over 200 cities and 100 countries, producing over 6800 portfolio companies with an estimated value of $35BN. He also serves as an Advisor to Oxford Entrepreneurs (Oxford University), Horasis, and the USC Incubator (University of Southern California). Previously, Jonathan was a Partner of TheFunded.com, the first website for founders to rate and review venture capitalists, and an Executive Producer of the Founder Showcase, a leading Silicon Valley startup conference that hosted speakers like Elon Musk. Jonathan’s writing has been featured in Fortune, TechCrunch, and Entrepreneur Magazine, and he has spoken at startup conferences on four continents.

Featured Investors:

• Omar Zaki - Managing Director at Qima Ventures - A seasoned investor, he drives impactful investments at Qima Ventures, focusing on both financial returns and societal benefit. With expertise in business development, he supports innovative companies in Life Sciences, Energy, and Agriculture, connecting them through Qima’s global network. At Q-Branch, he has built essential partnerships among startups, investors, and economic organizations, fostering a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. His work champions sustainable growth and positions businesses for success in a dynamic global market.

• Kalsoom Lakhani - Co-Founder & General Partner at i2i Ventures - The Co-founder and General Partner at i2i Ventures, Pakistan’s first female-founded venture capital fund. Through i2i Ventures, she has invested in transformative Pakistani startups like TelloTalk, Edkasa, CreditBook, and Abhi. She is also the founder of Invest2Innovate (i2i), an accelerator supporting young entrepreneurs in growth markets. Kalsoom has championed social innovation in Pakistan through initiatives like ThinkChange Pakistan and her website CHUP - Changing Up Pakistan, which raised awareness on key social and political issues. 

• Isabel Faria - Angel Fund Leader & Angel Investor at COREangels - A seasoned director with extensive expertise in General Management and Finance, she has a proven track record of crafting strategies, executing plans, and leading high-performing teams. Her career spans global corporations such as Cargill, Provimi, and Deloitte, where she consistently drove sustainable growth, enhanced financial performance. As an accomplished entrepreneur and investor, she has supported business launches, provided strategic guidance, and invested in high-potential startups.

Featured Founder Pitches:

• Diego Roman - Co-Founder & CEO at InsureHero - An insurance and automation platform that empowers brokers, insurers, agents, and digital platforms to seamlessly integrate and scale insurance services. Driven by AI automation and a dynamic API, it optimizes workflows, streamlines claims management, and bridges traditional and digital insurance distribution for efficient, innovative growth.

• Maria Sucgang - Co-Founder & CEO at Remotify -  An Employer of Record Plus (+) solution that simplifies remote outsourcing for global businesses, offering secure, sustainable employment for Filipino talent while saving companies up to 70% on labor costs and supporting underprivileged children through SOS Children’s Village. 

• Gabriel Isserlis - Founder & CEO at SuperScout -  an AI-powered location management tool for location scouts and production teams, helping them organize, search, and share personal location databases seamlessly and securely, saving time by eliminating repetitive research. 

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Tuesday, December 17, 2024

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM PST

Virtual Meet and Greet

From MVP to market leader, every stage of your tech startup journey presents unique obstacles.

Join our virtual meet and greet to discover how Founders Network can connect you with the resources, guidance, and community you need to thrive.

This info session is perfect for you if: 

• You’re a founder of a tech startup

• You’re looking to accelerate your growth and avoid common pitfalls

• You’re feeling isolated and need a support network

At this session, you’ll learn: 

• How Founders Network can help you overcome the challenges of being a tech founder

• The benefits of membership, including access to a network of 600+ experienced founders

• Real-life success stories from founders who have benefited from Founders Network

Agenda

​Short presentation on Founders Network + a Q&A with an FN member.

Complimentary Ticket:

Are you a full-time tech founder? Be our guest! We’re making our events available to tech founders everywhere. Enjoy a complimentary ticket to learn from fellow tech founders, partners and investors. Already used your complimentary guest pass? Request an invite to see if you qualify for membership.

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Wednesday, December 11, 2024

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT Online Event

Enterprise Sales 101 for Startup Founders: Closing Big Deals

Equip yourself with essential enterprise sales strategies.

For startup founders, mastering enterprise sales is key to driving exponential growth. Join us at this live online event and learn how to break into large corporations, manage extended sales cycles, and secure high-value deals essential for scaling your startup. Industry experts will share actionable insights on navigating the complex sales landscape, building trust with corporate clients, and overcoming common challenges that founders face. If you're a founder aiming to land major enterprise clients and accelerate your startup's growth, this event is a must-attend. Register now!

What You'll Learn:

•  Break into large corporations and secure major deals.

• Manage long sales cycles and build lasting client relationships.

• Overcome common challenges in enterprise sales. 

Featured Speaker:

Thomas DelVecchio - Founding Partner at Fc Centripetal -  A seasoned entrepreneur and a leader in the research and data industry, with over 15 years of experience building successful enterprise data companies. As the former Founder and CEO of ETR, he grew the business from concept to eight-figure ARR, serving hundreds of top financial institutions and tech firms. Thomas developed one of the world's largest research panels of IT decision-makers, providing insights into global IT demand and vendor trends. Under his leadership, ETR was named the sole technology market research provider for the CyberSecurity Division of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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Tuesday, December 10, 2024

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM PST Online

From Fortune 500 to MarTech Startup: Raising $52M and Exiting to Webflow

Join us for a fireside chat with Guy Yalif, Co-founder and CEO of Intellimize, an AI-driven platform that raised $52 million to transform website personalization.

Guy will discuss his entrepreneurial journey, from transitioning from high-growth Fortune 500 companies like Twitter, Yahoo, and Microsoft to co-founding a successful startup. He’ll explore key aspects such as co-founder dynamics, including the philosophy behind an equal equity split, building a strong company culture, and navigating platform shifts during Intellimize’s growth. With insights into raising funding, scaling a startup, and innovating in marketing technology, this event is a must for entrepreneurs and investors in the AI and MarTech sectors.

Opening Remarks @ 9:30am PT

Join us for opening remarks with Dina Fattom, Member Success Manager at Founders Network, to get the latest updates from the Network and opportunities for getting involved.

 Keynote Speaker @ 9:40am PT

Guy Yalif is the co-founder and CEO of Intellimize, an AI-powered platform that personalizes website experiences in real-time to drive revenue, customer acquisition, and lead generation. Before founding Intellimize, Guy held senior leadership roles at several major tech and media companies, including Vice President of Global Marketing at BrightRoll, Head of Global Product and Vertical Marketing at Twitter, and roles at Yahoo, Microsoft, Boston Consulting Group, and Tradeweave. He has extensive experience leading marketing and product strategies in high-growth environments.

Guy graduated summa cum laude from Princeton University with a degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and was an Arjay Miller Scholar at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. 

Stage-Based Roundtables @ 10:30am PT

Complimentary Ticket:

Are you a full-time tech founder? Be our guest! We’re making our events available to tech founders everywhere. Enjoy a complimentary ticket to come learn from fellow tech founders, partners and investors. Already used your complimentary guest pass? Request an invite to see if you qualify for membership.

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Thursday, December 5, 2024

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM PDT Virtual

Venture Trailblazers, featuring Ilya A. Strebulaev from Stanford

Venture Trailblazers is an exclusive event series hosted by Founder Institute & VC Lab

Venture Trailblazers is an exclusive event series that connects leading investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders from across the globe to discuss the latest trends in startups and venture capital. For this edition, we welcome Ilya A. Strebulaev (Professor of Finance & Private Equity at Stanford). The goal of Venture Trailblazers is to educate and connect the founders, leaders, mentors, and investors across the global Founder Institute, VC Lab, and FI Venture Networks.

About the Speaker:

• Ilya Strebulaev is a globally recognized expert in venture capital, private equity, and financing innovation. He is the David S. Lobel Professor of Private Equity and Professor of Finance at Stanford Graduate School of Business, where he has taught and influenced over 1,000 students. Ilya is the founder and faculty director of the Stanford GSB Venture Capital Initiative and has won numerous prestigious academic awards. His work has been published in leading journals and featured in major media outlets like Harvard Business Review, Wall Street Journal, and TechCrunch.  Ilya continues to shape the venture capital landscape, consulting for global companies and advising on strategic financial decisions.

Venture Trailblazers is presented by the Founder Institute, the world's largest pre-seed startup accelerator; and VC Lab, the leading venture capital accelerator for emerging managers worldwide.
This event is reserved for the Founder Institute and VC Lab networks: including Local Leaders, Alumni, Mentors, Investors, Partners, and Enrolled Founders/ Fund Managers. 

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Wednesday, December 4, 2024

10:05 AM - 11:30 AM PDT Online Event

What is the DNA of an Entrepreneur? Insights from 15 Years of Research

The greatest variable in the success or failure of a startup is the Founder, especially at the earliest stages. Join us at our live online event to discover what makes a successful entrepreneur. We will be sharing insights from 15 years of startup research that lead to startup success. Do not miss this chance to learn how to develop these traits and hear stories of entrepreneurial achievements.

What You'll Learn:

• What defines a successful entrepreneur?

• Insights from FI's Entrepreneur DNA Assessment, including the 9 Entrepreneur Profiles.

• How do you evaluate your potential as a startup founder?

• Specific steps to improve your Founder selection process.

Featured Expert:

• Jonathan Greechan - CEO & Co-Founder at Founder Institute - Since 2009, Jonathan has grown and scaled the world's largest pre-seed accelerator to chapters in over 200 cities and 100 countries, producing over 6800 portfolio companies with an estimated value of $35BN. He also serves as an Advisor to Oxford Entrepreneurs (Oxford University), Horasis, and the USC Incubator (University of Southern California). Previously, Jonathan was a Partner of TheFunded.com, the first website for founders to rate and review venture capitalists, and an Executive Producer of the Founder Showcase, a leading Silicon Valley startup conference that hosted speakers like Elon Musk. Jonathan’s writing has been featured in Fortune, TechCrunch, and Entrepreneur Magazine, and he has spoken at startup conferences on four continents.

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Monday, December 2, 2024

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM IST Virtual Event

Tech Start Ups - Pro's and Cons (Tell us your Story)

This event is a platform for anyone within the technology industry, to gain an understanding of the successes, and setbacks of starting up a tech company, in a very competitive and ever-changing market. I will inviting Founders/CEO's/CTO's/Directors/Managers/Software Leaders to join us and share their story, and journey to where they are today with their start up company, with the aim of helping newcomers to the market, gain a real insight, to what makes a tech start-up successful, and what setbacks are to be expected and overcome, throughout their initial journey towards becoming a profitable and exciting company to work for.

This is a 1 hour and 30 minutes online meeting, with an unlimited number of attendees able to join, so please feel free to share this with your friends/colleagues, if they are looking for a really interesting conversational based event, which allows time for Q and A with Directors/CEO's at established and profitable tech start up companies, and a few presentation slots for Owners/Founders to really provide a great understanding of how to make a success out of starting up in the technology industry.

Topics of conversation are to be confirmed and updated, closer to the time of the event, and our main goal is to bring entrepreneurial minded individuals together, who may be struggling or excelling, to share ideas, concepts and visions towards succeeding in such a highly competitive market, allowing those less experienced, to ask questions and gain insight on how to approach setting up as a technology company in the U.K/Europe.

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Monday, December 2, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT - Online

Startup Pitch Practice: Share Your Idea and Get Expert Feedback

To launch a great startup, it is critical to get feedback on your ideas from entrepreneurs who have been there and done that. On this live online event, we will gather several startup experts ready to provide feedback for aspiring entrepreneurs. The event will start by providing guidelines to create a compelling elevator pitch, and then attendees will have the opportunity to share your pitch with other entrepreneurs, advisors, and investors at virtual tables for instant feedback. Even if you don't want to share your pitch, you can still join to hear other startup ideas and witness how the experts review a pitch.

What You'll Learn:

• How to give a concise, yet compelling, elevator pitch

• What investors are looking for in a startup pitch

• Specific advice and feedback on your pitch and startup ideas
  

To get the most out of this Pitch for Feedback event:

• Come ready for live video networking.

• Prepare by starting with your one-sentence pitch. See how it's done using our Madlibs format.

• Fill out our Elevator Pitch Worksheet.

To access all of the networking features of this event, please join using Chrome or Firefox from a desktop or tablet, or download the Airmeet Mobile App.

Additional Resources:
Find more Startup Events, discover Pitch Deck formats, and join an InfoSession to learn more about FI's Core Program.

About Founder Institute:
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.

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Sunday, December 1, 2024

4:30 AM - 5:30 AM IST Webinar

Build a gpt, chatgpt, openai or gpt3 model

Want to leverage AI to grow your business and overcome the competition?
Tired of cheap ML/AI "experts" who overpromise and over engineer, but don't deliver business results?
Don't want to babysit the freelancer and want them to take responsibility as it's their own project?

As a business-oriented Machine Learning Engineer, who brought over $10M to enterprises and startups, I am focused on helping startups and enterprises leverage AI to boost revenue. I can help your business with:

⭐️ Creating market-winning GPT-3 based applications
⭐️ End2end implementation of advanced chatbots
⭐️ Integrating AI with your existing applications
⭐️ Building full-stack GPT applications

Want to work with somebody with a proven track record and excellent business/technical skills? I'm the right person:

Experience with implementing AI solutions for enterprises (brought over $10M for $9.6B technology company, $4.6B retail company, $2.4B fintech company)
Experience with building AI solutions for top-world startups (backed by Y combinator, the #1 world accelerator, and tier-1 VCs, such as Khosla Ventures and Thiel Capital)
Excellent business skills, building AI startup at Amazon (over $100k raised)

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Thursday, November 21, 2024

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking

CONNECTpreneur’s Virtual Rocket Pitch – The world’s largest investor pitch events.
Come learn, connect with others, and be inspired!

CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World’s Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.

This will be our 121st event (59th Virtual) over the last 13 years.

CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 25,000+ business leaders over the past 13 years. Our events are cited as “The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic” by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.

Program Highlights:

– “Virtual Networking” pre and post-program – via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms

– We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.

– Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.

– “Rocket Pitch” Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.

– These are virtual “Meetings” NOT “webinars”. All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.

– Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.

– We will publish a full list of all registrants – name, title, and company name to enhance networking.

All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

AGENDA

All times are Eastern Standard Time – EST

11:00 – 11:05 am VIRTUAL NETWORKING (via Private Message)

11:05 – 11:15 am WELCOME and INTRODUCTIONS

11:15 – 12:00 pm ROCKET PITCH SESSION

Promising Early Stage Companies will present.

12:00 – 1::00 pm PRESENTING COMPANY BREAKOUT ROOMS and VIRTUAL NETWORKING (via Private Message)

Each Presenting Company will host a Breakout Room for deeper dive conversations. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at any time.

PREVIOUS INVESTOR PARTICIPANTS (partial list)

Blackstone, Intel Capital, Kleiner Perkins, Sequoia Capital, Revolution Ventures, Carlyle Group, NEA, Technology Crossover Ventures, Google Ventures, TPG, US Venture Partners, Y Combinator, Columbia Capital, True Ventures, Sterling Partners, HIG, Grotech, UPDATA, Koch Industries, Saudi Aramco, Garage Technology Ventures, In-Q-Tel, Motley Fool Ventures, New Atlantic Ventures, PROOF.VC, Edison Ventures, SWaN & Legend Venture Partners, Hercules Technology Growth Capital, Silicon Valley Bank, Venturehouse, Kinetic Ventures, Core Capital, Boulder Ventures, TDF Funds, Ballast Point Ventures, Multiplier Capital, Saratoga Investment Corp., Maryland Venture Fund, New Markets Venture Partners, Camber Creek, 500 Startups, Novak Biddle, Amplifier Venture Partners, DFW Capital Partners, Farragut Capital, NextGen Angels, CIT GAP Funds, TEDCO, BluVenture Investors, Leeds Novamark, 1776, Private Access Network, CAV Angels, Riverbend Capital, K Street Capital, Select Venture Partners, Cranbrook Capital, Baltimore Angels, SaaS Ventures, Acceleprise, Blue Marlin Partners, US Boston Capital, VentureCross Partners, Dingman Angels, Neuberger & Co. Ventures, Angel Venture Forum, Paras Ventures, Noblestar Capital, Grindstone Partners, New Vantage Group, New Dominion Angels, Early Light Capital, Enhanced Capital, MTECH Ventures, Mosaic Capital, Opus8, Blue Heron Capital, Duncaster Investments, Lancaster Angel Network, Ruxton Ventures, Fortify Ventures, MIT Alumni Angels, and Conscious Venture Labs.

EVENT PARTNERS

NEXT, powered by Shulman Rogers
AEG
PWC Economic Development
Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Maryland Tech Council Venture Mentoring Services
Shulman Rogers
Refraction
Startup Grind
Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO)
Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. (FITCI)
Keiretsu Forum
Blu Venture Investors
Dingman Center Angels
Citrine Angels
MIT Alumni Angels
Baltimore Angels
New Jersey Angels
Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative
Wharton DC Innovation Summit
Founder Institute
Ryan & Wetmore
Monte Jade Science & Technology Association
National Association of Business Owners and Entrepreneurs (NABOE)

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Monday, November 18, 2024

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PDT | Zoom Event

Web3 Nexus - Demo Day

​Join us for an exciting pitch event featuring our Web3 Nexus cohort as they present their businesses to a panel of investors. These founders are working at the forefront of sectors such as payment systems, entertainment, IoT, civic engagement, and gaming, bringing fresh innovation to the Web3 space. Don’t miss this chance to hear firsthand from emerging companies building on Solana!

​About Web3 Nexus: Powered by the Solana Foundation and developed by M Accelerator, Web3 Nexus is a 12-week program designed to turn bold ideas into viable businesses. The program fosters global collaboration and aims to scale impactful Web3 projects for real-world application.

​About M Accelerator: M Accelerator supports founders, enterprises, and institutions by fostering entrepreneurship and innovative growth. With a deep focus on startup development, we offer specialized programs for startups at every stage, as well as custom-built acceleration programs for large enterprises, private equity, and government institutions globally.

​#Web3Nexus #SolanaFoundation #MAccelerator #Startups #Innovation #InvestorPitch #TechEvents

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Thursday, November 14, 2024

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM AST

$100,000 Veteran Pitch Competition, featuring Jason Calacanis (Angel Investor and Host of All-In Podcast)

Pitch your startup to Jason Calacanis to win a $100,000 investment from The Veteran Fund

The Veteran Fund & the Founder Institute are excited to host our annual $100,000 Veteran Pitch Competition. During this live, online event, you can watch promising veteran and military spouse-founded startups pitch to a group of investors for a chance to win a $100,000 investment from The Veteran Fund. Jason Calacanis, Angel Investor and host of All-In Podcast, will join the event as a guest judge to help select the winner. Join hundreds of angel investors, venture capitalists, and entrepreneurs to watch the next generation of military-connected entrepreneurs pitch their startups. Apply to pitch here: http://fndri.com/100k

About the Competition:

Apply to pitch your startup to Jason Calacanis, one of the world's greatest angel investors, to win a $100,000 investment from The Veteran Fund.

Apply to pitch here: http://fndri.com/100k

Any U.S.-based startup that has a service member, veteran, or military spouse on the executive team, who has raised less than $4M in funding is eligible to apply to pitch by the application deadline on Sunday, October 20th, 2024.

All founders who apply will be eligible to receive a "JPMorganChase Scholarship" to the Founder Institute's Veteran and Military Family Accelerator, powered by JPMorganChase.

Seven semi-finalists will be reviewed by our selection committee and three finalists will be selected to give their 3-minute pitch live at the online event on November 14th to Jason Calacanis and the investor panel. All three finalists will be considered for investment outside the competition.

The pitch competition winner will receive a $100,000 investment from The Veteran Fund. Terms of the investment will be based upon the company's current financing round as an equity investment or as a SAFE Note, with the ability to invest up to $500,000.

About the keynote, Jason Calacanis:

Jason Calacanis is a world-renowned technology entrepreneur, top angel investor, and the world's greatest moderator of the number one podcast, All-In. Jason is also the host of the leading technology podcast, This Week in Startups, and the CEO of the LAUNCH Accelerator.
As a “scout” for top-tier Silicon Valley venture capital firm Sequoia Capital and later as an angel investor, Jason has invested in 150 early-stage startups including 4 that have achieved billion-dollar valuations (so far). 

Jason is also the author of the best-selling book "Angel: How to Invest in Technology Startups: Timeless Advice from an Angel Investor Who Turned $100,000 into $100,000,000".

Investor Panelists:

Mike Sherbakov is the Co-founder and General Partner at The Veteran Fund, a venture capital firm that invests in exceptional founders from the military community, with a focus on dual-use, national security, and defense. Mike is also the Managing Director of Founder Insitute San Diego and runs the FI Veteran and Military Family Accelerator.

Ryan Micheletti is Head of Global Operations for Founder Institute and a General Partner at The Veteran Fund. He has helped launch thousands of startups worldwide and actively invests in veteran-led startups.

Tim Hsia is the Founder and Managing Partner at Context Ventures a venture fund that invests in consumer startups and also in military veteran founders. Tim’s startup investments include Workflow (acquired by Apple), Morning Brew (acquired by Business Insider), The Hustle (acquired by HubSpot), Thredup (IPO), and Proterra (SPAC). Tim is a board member at Service to School (co-founder) and the Marine’s Memorial Association (Marine Memorial Club and Hotel in San Francisco).

Who Should Attend?

• Angel investors and early-stage venture capitalists looking to invest in startups

• Anyone interested in technologies and innovation from the military veteran community

• Alumni, mentors, and friends of the Founder Institute

• Early-stage founders, looking to connect with the world's largest startup accelerator, Founder Institute.

About Founder Institute:
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 8,000 entrepreneurs raise over $2BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.

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Wednesday, November 13, 2024

12:00 PM GMT - Online Event

Get Seed Funding for Your Tech Startup in 4 Months

Free MasterClass : ‘Get Seed Funding For Your Tech Startup in 4 Months' 💰

Are you the visionary founder of an early-stage tech-driven venture, eager to transform your AIoT dreams into reality? Seeking pre-seed and seed investment to power your innovative project forward? Look no further! ✨

Our goal is to help you create compelling pitches and business plans in order to get funding for your early stage, pre-product startup.

In this webinar you will learn:
What are the options for getting your AIoT project funded
How to present your proposition in a way investors can’t say no to
How to find the right investor for you
How to strike the right deal that will get your project off to a great start

Don’t let your AIoT project stall due to lack of funds. Join us and supercharge your journey towards success. Reserve your spot today and be part of the AIoT revolution! 🤖🚀

📅 Save the Date: Wednesday September 11th, 12 PM (GMT)
🌍 Location: The comfort of your own office or home
💼 Hosted by: Greg Smart, CEO & Founder with over 20 years experience of Software Delivery
💻 Event Format: Online - You’ll receive the Zoom link via email after registration

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Thursday, November 7, 2024

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM IST Virtual Event

Climate Tech Pitch #Malaysia

📢 Are you a climate tech startup ready to take on the challenges of climate change and decarbonization in Southeast Asia?
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🌍 An unprecedented opportunity to showcase your solution and connect with Investors, VCs, CVCs, and family offices in our Climate Tech Coalition.
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🎯 If you're based in Malaysia and working on green or net-zero solutions that can make an impact in the Southeast Asian market, we want to hear from you.
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🚩 Each Country:
→ 5 Climate Tech Startups
→ 5 mins pitch + 5 mins Q&A
→ 5 Judges from leading VCs/CVCs
→ 500+ Audiences from our Coalition
→ $1.2 Billion Capital Available
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Why?:
✅ Investor Access: Connect with 500+ active climate tech investors
✅ Pitch Opportunities: Showcase your solution to 1,000+ audience members.
✅ Feedback: Receive feedback from our judges & coalition members.
✅ Funding: Access $1.2 billion in potential capital for climate tech companies
✅ Investor Matchmaking: Facilitated meetings with potential investors.
Global Reach: Opportunities to enter or expand into the global market.
✅ Networking: Expand your network for collaborations and partnerships.
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📢 Ready to make your mark (or) know someone who'd be a great fit?

🚀 Startups interested in presenting at our upcoming event:

👉🏽 Apply Here: https://tinyurl.com/ClimateTechPitchSEA

Thanks to The Atlas Capital & Climate Tech Coalition for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.

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