"I learned more about the equity investment process, procedures, what is truly valued and expected in one day than I have in several months of stumbling through the process." -Triad growth company entrepreneur

Learn from Experienced
Investors & Entrepreneurs

Becoming an Investor-Ready Entrepreneur is designed to educate and prepare growth-oriented entrepreneurs to successfully engage private equity investors. The program was developed with direct input from experienced entrepreneurs, angel investors, angel networks / fund executives, and venture capitalists, and provides an "insider's look" into the world of equity funding. By understanding what investors look for, entrepreneurs can reduce barriers to funding, navigate the process more easily, and increase the chances of obtaining funding for their business.

RTP Event Details

On October 29, the following investors and entrepreneurs will lead the Investor-Ready Entrepreneur program:

• Jenni Ammirati, WCSR – transactional attorney
  Bill Warner & Rick Kramerik, IMAF-RTP – entrepreneurs & angel fund executives
  John Cambier & Lister Delgado, NC IDEA – fund managers
  Tim Janke, SBTDC / IMAF – investor & early stage fund executive
  Bill Parrish, SBTDC – consultant, entrepreneur & investor
  

LUNCHEON KEYNOTE

Eric Buckland, Founder/CEO, Bioptigen

How to Register

The Becoming an Investor-Ready Entrepreneur™ registration fee is $295; however, you are eligible for a special scholarship rate of $95 courtesy of our state and local sponsors. Space is limited, so registrations are being accepted on a first come, first served basis.

REGISTER ONLINE

Sponsors

Statewide Title Sponsor	Event & Host Sponsors