Feb
21
8:00 AM08:00

Cafe Innovation

Although equity financing is the main source of funding for early-stage technology companies, debt financing can play a vital role in growing your business. Join us for a conversation with a panel of lenders who will describe their respective firms, their product offerings, and discuss why debt financing is generally less dilutive than equity capital.

REGISTER NOW

  • Coffee/tea and light breakfast will be provided.

  • Flexable Child Care is available. Reserve your spot via the registration link above.

    ADDITIONAL DETAILS

    Panelists include:
    Tom Gordon, Silicon Valley Bank
    Matt Klinger, Bridge Bank
    Wendy Jarchow, River SaaS Capital
    Melissa Withers, RevUp Capital
    Chris Julich, Escalate Capital Partners

    Moderated by: Dave Lishego, Senior Investment Associate, Innovation Works



    Thursday, February 21
    8:00 AM Coffee
    8:30 AM Panel Begins

    Location: Innovation Works
    Nova Tower 2
    Two Allegheny Center | Ste. 100
    Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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Mar
6
3:00 PM15:00

NAF Educational Session & Member Meeting

Member Meetings are held at Nova Place Conference Center (100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212), unless otherwise noted. Members must RSVP via Gust in advance.

  • 3-4 pm: Educational Session, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Mar
21
9:00 AM09:00

ASPIRE Conference

Smart Business is bringing its daylong ASPIRE Conference to Pittsburgh on Thursday, March 21, 2019, at The Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown.

ASPIRE is a coming together of top investors, dealmakers and entrepreneurs from the region for a one-day conference focused on identifying and optimizing opportunity in Greater Pittsburgh and beyond. ASPIRE has a dynamic roster of speakers and prominent event partners offering a powerful networking opportunity with the “who’s who” of the local business community.

Reserve your seat today at https://www.aspiredealmakers.com/pittsburgh/.  Use the promo code BLUETREE to receive $100 off your single ticket price.

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Apr
2
to Apr 3

3 Rivers Venture Fair

The 3 Rivers Venture Fair is the premier venture conference in the Ohio Valley region. Every 18 months, thousands of investors, entrepreneurs & top-tier service providers from around the world gather in Pittsburgh for this two-day meeting of ideas & money.

Location: Omni William Penn Hotel

Register: https://3rvf.com/

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Apr
3
3:00 PM15:00

NAF Educational Session & Member Meeting

Member Meetings are held at Nova Place Conference Center (100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212), unless otherwise noted. Members must RSVP via Gust in advance.

  • 3-4 pm: Educational Session, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Apr
9
5:00 PM17:00

Angels in the Evening: Session 2

Next Act Fund's Angels in the Evening educatonal series will help you explore the areas you should know more about before entering the angel investor world, plus give you a taste of what a pitch looks like. Read about each session below. Click here for more information and to register.

  • SESSION 1: Angel Investing 101 
    Jan 15 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: Learn about the fundamentals of angel investing: What exactly is an angel investor? Who wants to be an angel investor? How do I become an angel investor? Session led by Yvonne Campos, President of Next Act Fund...PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 2: Art of the Deal
    Apr 9 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: What does an angel investment actually look like? From learning how to identify a great opportunity to investing your money and everything in between. You will learn how to speak the language of angel investing, including: sources of funding, term sheets, screenings, due diligence, and exits. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 3: A Deep Dive into Due Diligence
    Sept 10 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: How does an angel investor look under the hood of a company? Building a balanced team of experts to analyze everything from the product & technology, management team, go-to-market strategy, financial projections, competitive landscape, and exit potential. How to assess the potential for success along with failure risks. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 4: What happens after the check is written?
    Nov 12 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: A look into what to expect after the investment is made. Topics will include: How angels make money from exits, follow-on rounds, how much "dry powder" do you need, when to cut your losses, and managing the angel-entrepreneur relationship. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

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May
1
to May 2

FUND Conference: Austin, TX

WOMEN INVESTING IN WOMEN program scheduled for May 1, 2019, 8:30 am - 2 pm.
This exclusive event is available to all exhibiting entrepreneurs, sponsors and only 100 general ticket holders. Secure your WiW tickets. REGISTER FOR FUND CONFERENCE HERE.

FUND Conference is the nation's connector of entrepreneurs, VCs, angel investors, and industry experts with a focus on curated deal flow, captivating content, and same day connections.

FUND's market-leading conferences have successfully hosted over 5,000 investors and entrepreneurs from all over the world. FUND alums have gone on to raise over $300M. Many of these companies have also been acquired. 

With the recent addition of new proprietary technology and an app, FUND is changing the way that entrepreneurs, investors and advisors get business done.

Learn more:  https://FUNDConference.com/ 

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May
3
9:00 AM09:00

Angel Venture Fair in Philadelphia

DETAILS AT THIS LINK

ANGEL VENTURE FAIR DAY ACTIVITIES

Each company will have a designated table/booth set for the entire day in the grand ballroom. Attendees walk around the exhibit floor throughout the day and meet with the companies. In the morning presentations are given in breakout rooms by non-university exhibitors only. These exhibitors will have a designated time to present and will be away from their table for approximately 15 minutes. Breakfast, lunch and a all day coffee, tea and water station is including for all guests and exhibitors. After lunch, awards are presented, followed by the guest speaker. The Venture Fair is a wonderful opportunity to meet innovative companies, connect with investors, network and learn something new.

7:30 a.m. – Doors open
7:30 a.m. to 8:10 a.m. – **Attendee check-in, networking, & breakfast
8:00 a.m. to 8:10 a.m. – Welcoming remarks
8:10 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. – All 34 companies give a 30 second pitch in Lincoln Hall
8:50 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – Presentations given by Non-University Companies in breakout rooms; Networking and visiting company booths/tables
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Lunch
1:00 p.m. – 1:10 p.m. – David Freschman Award presented
1:10 – 1:15 p.m. – Most Promising University Company award presented
1:15 p.m. to 1:55 p.m. – Keynote Speaker – Brian Cohen, followed by Q&A
2:00 pm. to 2:30 p.m. – All 34 companies give a 30 second pitch in Lincoln Hall
2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. – Networking and visiting company booths/tables
4 p.m. – Event concludes

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May
6
3:00 PM15:00

NAF Educational Session & Member Meeting

Member Meetings are held at Nova Place Conference Center (100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212), unless otherwise noted. Members must RSVP via Gust in advance.

  • 3-4 pm: Educational Session, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Jun
5
3:00 PM15:00

NAF Educational Session & Member Meeting

Member Meetings are held at Nova Place Conference Center (100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212), unless otherwise noted. Members must RSVP via Gust in advance.

  • 3-4 pm: Educational Session, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Jul
8
3:00 PM15:00

NAF Educational Session & Member Meeting

Member Meetings are held at Nova Place Conference Center (100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212), unless otherwise noted. Members must RSVP via Gust in advance.

  • 3-4 pm: Educational Session, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Sep
4
3:00 PM15:00

NAF Educational Session & Member Meeting

Member Meetings are held at Nova Place Conference Center (100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212), unless otherwise noted. Members must RSVP via Gust in advance.

  • 3-4 pm: Educational Session, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Sep
10
5:00 PM17:00

Angels in the Evening: Session 3

Next Act Fund's Angels in the Evening educatonal series will help you explore the areas you should know more about before entering the angel investor world, plus give you a taste of what a pitch looks like. Read about each session below. Click here for more information and to register.

  • SESSION 1: Angel Investing 101 
    Jan 15 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: Learn about the fundamentals of angel investing: What exactly is an angel investor? Who wants to be an angel investor? How do I become an angel investor? Session led by Yvonne Campos, President of Next Act Fund...PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 2: Art of the Deal
    Apr 9 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: What does an angel investment actually look like? From learning how to identify a great opportunity to investing your money and everything in between. You will learn how to speak the language of angel investing, including: sources of funding, term sheets, screenings, due diligence, and exits. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 3: A Deep Dive into Due Diligence
    Sept 10 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: How does an angel investor look under the hood of a company? Building a balanced team of experts to analyze everything from the product & technology, management team, go-to-market strategy, financial projections, competitive landscape, and exit potential. How to assess the potential for success along with failure risks. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 4: What happens after the check is written?
    Nov 12 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: A look into what to expect after the investment is made. Topics will include: How angels make money from exits, follow-on rounds, how much "dry powder" do you need, when to cut your losses, and managing the angel-entrepreneur relationship. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

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Oct
2
3:00 PM15:00

NAF Educational Session & Member Meeting

Member Meetings are held at Nova Place Conference Center (100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212), unless otherwise noted. Members must RSVP via Gust in advance.

  • 3-4 pm: Educational Session, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Oct
13
to Oct 15

National Women's Business Conference

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville-Riverfront
Jacksonville, Florida
October 13-15, 2019

Success is a combination of being at the right place, at the right time, and doing something about it. For entrepreneurs and women in general, that place and time is right now. Women business owners are starting and growing companies at a pace faster than ever before. They are at the table in more executive boardrooms, speaking out on more important personal and business issues and becoming key contenders and players in Washington, DC and in their state and local government offices. And they are paying forward this success by reaching down to the next generation and out to women around the globe to bring them up. Join hundreds of women entrepreneurs as we come together to capitalize on this incredible moment in time, and do something about it. Our time is now!

Keynote Speaker

Lisa Ling - Talk Show Host, Journalist

Click here to register

Interested in applying to be a speaker? Click here

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Nov
6
3:00 PM15:00

NAF Educational Session & Member Meeting

Member Meetings are held at Nova Place Conference Center (100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212), unless otherwise noted. Members must RSVP via Gust in advance.

  • 3-4 pm: Educational Session, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Nov
12
5:00 PM17:00

Angels in the Evening: Session 4

Next Act Fund's Angels in the Evening educatonal series will help you explore the areas you should know more about before entering the angel investor world, plus give you a taste of what a pitch looks like. Read about each session below. Click here for more information and to register.

  • SESSION 1: Angel Investing 101 
    Jan 15 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: Learn about the fundamentals of angel investing: What exactly is an angel investor? Who wants to be an angel investor? How do I become an angel investor? Session led by Yvonne Campos, President of Next Act Fund...PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 2: Art of the Deal
    Apr 9 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: What does an angel investment actually look like? From learning how to identify a great opportunity to investing your money and everything in between. You will learn how to speak the language of angel investing, including: sources of funding, term sheets, screenings, due diligence, and exits. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 3: A Deep Dive into Due Diligence
    Sept 10 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: How does an angel investor look under the hood of a company? Building a balanced team of experts to analyze everything from the product & technology, management team, go-to-market strategy, financial projections, competitive landscape, and exit potential. How to assess the potential for success along with failure risks. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 4: What happens after the check is written?
    Nov 12 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: A look into what to expect after the investment is made. Topics will include: How angels make money from exits, follow-on rounds, how much "dry powder" do you need, when to cut your losses, and managing the angel-entrepreneur relationship. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

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Feb
12
5:30 PM17:30

Hot in Pgh: Three 2018 Venture Deals and the Stories Behind Them

Kick off the new year with a PVCA reception and a trio of local tech CEOs who will share the stories behind their 2018 venture deals.

Learn how they positioned their deals, negotiated key terms, closed their rounds and what's next for them and their ventures. We hope you join us for this insightful panel.

Moderator 
Eric Kline - Partner of Pepper Hamilton LLP 

Panelists 
Tom Doyle - Founder & CEO of Aspinity
Andy Hannah - CEO of Othot, Inc.
Jessica Gibson - CEO of Ariel Precision Medicine  

Members$60
Non-Members$110 

RSVP by February 8th 
Walk-ins will be charged an additional $20 on top of the Member/Non-Member rate. 

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Feb
8
8:00 AM08:00

Special NAF Member Meeting - Company Pitch & Vote

Due to a full schedule of pitches at our Feb. 6th meeting, we are holding this special meeting to consider a fourth company: Cytoagents.

This company, led by NAF Member Teresa Whalen, pitched to BlueTree last week. BlueTree has voted to move forward into due diligence. Because several NAF members attended this pitch, this company can be fast-tracked in our process, skipping the initial screening meeting and going straight to a member meeting vote.

Teresa will present for 15 minutes, followed by 10 minutes of questions. Those on the call will then deliberate for another 10 minutes, and an electronic vote will be emailed and tallied. Only those on the call will be able to vote, so we encourage everyone to join by video conference or call in by phone if you can. The meeting should only last approximately 35 minutes. 

To Join this Zoom Video Conference Meeting:

  • Follow this link: https://zoom.us/j/407849592

  • Use your computer's audio/mic, or dial in by Phone: +1 646 558 8656

  • Meeting ID: 407 849 592


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Feb
6
3:00 PM15:00

NAF Educational Session & Member Meeting

Member Meetings are held at Nova Place Conference Center (100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212), unless otherwise noted. Members must RSVP via Gust in advance.

  • 3-4 pm: Educational Session, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Feb
4
5:30 PM17:30

Pgh Connecting Women

NOLA ON THE SQUARE
24 Market Square
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222

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Please join us for our monthly networking mixer.  The goal is to bring together a diverse network of professional women looking to foster stronger and more meaningful relationships with other professional women, as we seek to expand our reach and connections in the Pittsburgh region.  What is progressive networking? Each attendee will be encouraged to invite one or two women from their own networks to join the group for the next mixer. We want this network to grow organically from within, as each member brings their own unique perspective to the group.

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Jan
25
to Jan 27

She Innovates 2019: University of Pittsburgh Innovation Institute

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The Women in Computer Science (WiCS), School of Computing and Information, and Innovation Institute are delighted to bring you She Innovates, Pitt's only all-women hackathon.

The kick-off event will be on Friday, January 25, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. on the 3rd Floor of the Information Science Building.  The Project Expo and Closing Ceremony will take place on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. on the 3rd Floor of the Information Science Building.

Keynote for Opening Ceremony: Nicki Zevola Benvenuti, Founder & CEO, FutureDerm, Inc.

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Jan
18
to Jan 19

Big Idea Blitz: University of Pittsburgh Innovation Institute

FROM IDEA TO PITCH IN 24 HOURS!

REGISTER

When: January 18 & 19, 2019
Friday (5 p.m.– 10:00 p.m.) & Saturday (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

Where: Information Sciences Building

135 North Bellefield Ave, 3rd Floor (on Bellefield between Fifth Ave and Bayard)

Come attend an idea generating competition where you will be able to pitch your idea, form a team, work with entrepreneurs-in-residence, and win cash prizes.

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Jan
15
5:00 PM17:00

Angels in the Evening: Session 1

Next Act Fund's Angels in the Evening four-part series will begin on January 15, 2019. We'll help you explore the areas you should know more about before entering the angel investor world, plus give you a taste of what a pitch looks like. Read about each session below. Click here for more information and to register.

  • SESSION 1: Angel Investing 101 
    Jan 15 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: Learn about the fundamentals of angel investing: What exactly is an angel investor? Who wants to be an angel investor? How do I become an angel investor? Session led by Yvonne Campos, President of Next Act Fund...PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 2: Art of the Deal
    Apr 9 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: What does an angel investment actually look like? From learning how to identify a great opportunity to investing your money and everything in between. You will learn how to speak the language of angel investing, including: sources of funding, term sheets, screenings, due diligence, and exits. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 3: A Deep Dive into Due Diligence
    Sept 10 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: How does an angel investor look under the hood of a company? Building a balanced team of experts to analyze everything from the product & technology, management team, go-to-market strategy, financial projections, competitive landscape, and exit potential. How to assess the potential for success along with failure risks. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

  • SESSION 4: What happens after the check is written?
    Nov 12 | 5 - 7pm | AlphaLab Gear: A look into what to expect after the investment is made. Topics will include: How angels make money from exits, follow-on rounds, how much "dry powder" do you need, when to cut your losses, and managing the angel-entrepreneur relationship. PLUS, example pitches from women entrepreneurs.

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Jan
7
4:00 PM16:00

NAF Member Meeting

This Member Meeting will be held at Catalyst Connection (2000 Technology Drive, Floor 2, 15219), unless otherwise noted. Members must RSVP via Gust.

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Nov
29
6:00 PM18:00

TEDx Pittsburgh Women: Showing Up

TEDxPittsburghWomen is back as an independently organized TEDx event celebrating women pushing boundaries and creating change with the power of their ideas. 
Join us on Thursday, November 29 at 6 p.m. at the Ace Hotel for an evening of game changing ideas including live speakers and followed by a networking reception and a livestream of TEDWomen 2018: Showing Up. 

TEDxPittsburghWomen 2018
Thursday, November 29
6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 

REGISTER NOW

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Nov
8
5:30 PM17:30

Ben Franklin Venture Idol (& PAN Luncheon)


November 8th Event Also Features a High-Stakes Deal Making Simulation

Ben Franklin Venture Idol is a cross between Shark Tank® and American Idol® that illustrates a significant way in which entrepreneurs obtain seed capital for their early-stage firms. The Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania will host its annual Ben Franklin Venture Idol on Thursday evening, November 8.

After earning their way through a round of judging in the afternoon prior to the evening event, three start-up technology entrepreneurs seeking funding will be selected to present at Venture Idol. Following short critiques from a panel of investors, the audience members will “fund” the companies. With $100 of “Ben Bucks,” each guest will distribute his or her “investment dollars” in whole or part among the three finalists. Ben Franklin will award $15,000 in real dollars to the companies based on the audience vote.

At this year’s Venture Idol, the keynote presentation will be a negotiation simulation. A common impression among viewers of Shark Tank is that if an agreement is reached during the program’s negotiations, it will be executed on those terms. Actually, only 27% of the “deals” on-air happen at the agreed-upon terms. Investment banker and Lehigh University professor, Dale Falcinelli, will facilitate a “deal negotiation” between investor, Doug Petillo, General Partner, Leading Edge Ventures, and founder, Michael Stocker, CEO, Only Sky Inc.

  • PA Angel Network In-Person Meeting & Lunch, 11:45am - 1:45pm

PAN will be having an in-person meeting before the BFTP NE Venture Idol
Event <https://nep.benfranklin.org/ben-franklin-venture-idol-november-8/>
on Thursday November 8th, 11:45 am to 1:45 pm.  Lunch will be provided and
sponsored by J.P. Morgan
<https://am.jpmorgan.com/private-bank/public/gl/en/home> .  Meeting will be
held at the Ben Franklin TechVentures facility located at 116 Research
Drive, Lehigh University Mountaintop Campus, Bethlehem, PA 18015.   This
will be a great opportunity to network, discuss deal flow, best practices,
trends, resources, etc.  If you have a topic that you would like have on the
agenda please let me know.   Please RSVP to STEVIE by Tuesday October 30th if you or someone from your group will be able to attend the PAN portion of the events.

  • Ben Franklin Venture Idol: Thursday evening, November 8, 2018

Networking – 5:30 pm

Program – 7:00 to 8:30 pm

Ben Franklin TechVentures, 116 Research Drive, Bethlehem

Directions: http://nep.benfranklin.org/about/contact/directions-ben-franklin-techventures-and-headquarters/

  • Investor Panelists: 

Dr. Clark DeHaven, SoundBoard Angel Fund
Mark Kramer, Private Investors Forum
Liz Sigety, Delaware Crossing Investor Group
Brett Topche, Red and Blue Ventures

Company contestants were selected competitively. The 2018 Ben Franklin Venture Idol competitors are listed at http://sites.ennect.com/e5895/p26043.aspx

  • Ben Franklin Venture Idol registration is available to the public at http://sites.ennect.com/e5895 — $40 in advance and $50 on the day of the event.

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Nov
7
3:00 PM15:00

NAF Member Meeting

Member Meetings are held at Catalyst Connection (2000 Technology Drive, Floor 2, 15219), unless otherwise noted.

  • 3-4 pm: Educational Session, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 4-5 pm: Company Pitch, Guests/Non-Members Invited

  • 5-6 pm: Members-Only Meeting

Guests/Non-Members must RSVP via this link.

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Nov
6
to Nov 8

ACA Leadership Workshop

ACA Members – Join Us In Irvine, CA for the 2018 Leadership Workshop 
November 6-8, 2018 
 

Join ACA in Irvine, CA for a truly unique event for experienced ACA members and leaders of angel organizations.  The Leadership Workshop provides a deeper dive into advanced topics for angel investors and networking opportunities for members to build connections with angels from across North America.

Share your voice!  The 2018 Leadership Workshop will have a special focus on the inside look into ACA’s strategies where we seek your feedback to help shape the future of ACA. 

It will also include a new optional pre-program seminar on term sheets, concentrated tracks for seasoned angels and leaders of angel groups and platforms and networking events, including a special election night reception to celebrate ACA’s public policy wins.  Attend the reception to help ACA’s work in Washington, DC.  Each attendee will take home a library of in-demand materials and toolkits.

Key agenda items include:

  • Optional Pre-Programs – special discount available for angels attending the pre and main programs.  These programs are aimed at new angels, but this is your chance to vet these seminars to bring to your community.

  • Networking reception on election night – Celebrating ACA’s Public Policy Wins - with special guest: Rep. Lou Correa (D-CA)

  • Track for Seasoned Angels

    • Angel Portfolio Strategy from Construction to Advanced Concepts

    • The Best Ways to Make Follow-On Decisions

    • From Marriages to Irreconcilable Differences – How to Deal with Inter-Founder Relationships

    • Should Angels be Able to Force Exits? A New Look in 2018

  • Track for Leaders of Angel Groups & Platforms

    • How to Tighten and Speed Up Your Group’s Deal Decisions – and Improve Your Reputation and Deal Flow

    • Importance of Collecting Data – and How to Get Companies to Treat You Like a Major Investor

    • Knowing When to Exit – How Perfect Can Become the Enemy of Good Enough

    • Modernize and Invigorate Your Member Recruitment in the New Angel Landscape

  • Sessions for All

    • Top Easily Avoidable Due Diligence Mistakes that Killed Companies (including Theranos)

    • ACA’s Strategic Initiatives – Add Your Voice

    • Before You Write that Term Sheet – Minimum Standard Terms and Strategies for Successful Syndication

  • Plenary and Keynote Speakers – Deborah Magid, Director of Software Strategy, IBM Venture Capital Group

All paying Leadership Workshop attendees will receive a $100 discount to attend the 2019 Summit in Chicago on April 24-26, 2016.  Hotel and lodging information coming soon! 

Register Now

Event and Registration Details:

Venue:  The COVE at the University of California, Irvine
Hotel:    Coming soon
$350   Leadership Workshop (Nov 7-8)
$125   Fundamentals of Angel Investing Seminar (Nov 6)
$125   Term Sheet Basics Seminar (Nov 6)
$425   Combo of Leadership Workshop and one seminar ($50 savings)
$  50   Reception Celebrating ACA's Public Policy Work (Nov 6)

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Nov
5
5:30 PM17:30

Pgh Women Connecting Women- Networking Event

Join Us for Progressive Networking! 

Please join us for our monthly networking mixer.  The goal is to bring together a diverse network of professional women looking to foster stronger and more meaningful relationships with other professional women, as we seek to expand our reach and connections in the Pittsburgh region.  What is progressive networking? Each attendee will be encouraged to invite one or two women from their own networks to join the group for the next mixer. We want this network to grow organically from within, as each member brings their own unique perspective to the group.

REGISTER NOW

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Oct
25
4:00 PM16:00

Pgh Tech Council 2018 Tech 50 Awards

REGISTER HERE

Each year, the Pittsburgh Technology Council celebrates the most successful and innovative companies in Southwestern Pennsylvania. 

Now in its 22nd year, this is your annual opportunity to connect with the Pittsburgh region’s hottest companies.

Cocktails, dinner, and networking round out the night to make this a must-attend event for your team. 

2018 Tech 50 Event Agenda (subject to change):

4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Showcase of Innovation & Cocktail Reception

6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Dinner, followed by Awards Presentation

8:00 - 9:00 p.m. Showcase of Innovation & Cocktail Reception 

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Oct
18
5:00 PM17:00

She Creates

The University of Pittsburgh’s Innovation Institute, School of Computer Science, Pitt Career and Development Center, CMU Project Olympus, Chatham, and Innovation Works are proud to present a panel of women CEO’s from Pittsburgh’s leading startups.

They will discuss the challenges around women as tech leaders and as founders in startups including the gender investment gap and the lack of women in founder-roles.  Learn and get inspired by these ambitious female founders and learn why you should be a part of the revolution!

REGISTER

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Oct
17
5:00 PM17:00

The Secret of Success for Startups: Best Use of Investment Capital

There are many paths for an entrepreneur to pursue their dream of starting and growing their own business. One of these paths is utilizing outside capital. While the entrepreneur will view an infusion of cash as validation, understanding the expectations of investors and the best use of their capital will lead to a successful long-term business and relationship with investors.

Our expert panel will discuss past successes and mistakes that they have witnessed once entrepreneurs have received funding from an investor.

Moderator Joe Slezak - CliftonLarsonAllen 

Panelists Yvonne Campos - Next Act Fund
Frank Demmler - Carnegie Mellon University
Joe Marks - Carnegie Mellon University  

Members$60
Non-Members$110 

RSVP by October 15th 

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Oct
17
5:00 PM17:00

University of Pittsburgh 2018 Innovation Showcase

The University of Pittsburgh Innovation Institute is proud to invite you to view a variety of the University of Pittsburgh's latest innovations in healthcare, assistive technologies, Internet of Things, information technology, human performance and more at the annual Innovation Showcase.

Several of the featured innovation teams are competing in the Michael G. Wells Student Healthcare Competition and the Kuzneski Innovation Cup. The winner of those competitions will be announced just prior to the showcase.  See full schedule of events.

At this first look, you will have the unique opportunity to network with these inventors and founders, as well as with local entrepreneurs, investors, and community leaders.

2018 Innovation Showcase, October 17, 5-7 p.m.

Alumni Hall, Oakland, PA

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Oct
17
7:15 AM07:15

MID-ATLANTIC ANGEL CAPITAL EXPO

THE PREMIER GATHERING OF THE ANGEL CAPITAL COMMUNITYSM
Accredited Angel Investors, Venture Capital Principals, Private & Family Wealth Professionals, and other members of the private equity community are cordially invited to join us at our 6th Angel Capital Expo on Wednesday, October 17, 2018.  The Expo is Keiretsu Forum’s signature event bringing together investors and entrepreneurs looking for funding.  

Click here to register.   

EXPO: Wednesday, October 17, 2018 – 7:15am to 6:30pm
The Union League, Lincoln Ballroom, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102

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Oct
16
to Oct 17

Innovation Works: Demo Day + Investor Day

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Demo Day

  • Tuesday, October 16th 5:00 PM: Innovation Works' top-ranked accelerators, AlphaLab and AlphaLab Gear have been the starting point for some of Pittsburgh's fastest growing startups. Join the Pittsburgh community to hear the exciting pitches first-hand and meet these new, high impact companies!

    Doors open @ 5:00 pm, presentations begin at 6:00 pm.

    Location: Stage AE - 400 North Shore Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15212


Investor Day

  • Wednesday, October 17th at 9:00 AM: We're calling the day after Demo Day: Investor Day. We're scheduling meetings for the visiting investors to connect with the accelerator and IW seed-funded companies they've identified as a potential fit. This is a private event for investors and IW invested companies only.

    Location: AlphaLab - 6024 Broad St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206


Head over to innovationworks.org/pghdemoday to review the full list of companies. Reach out to dlishego@innovationworks.org to set up one-on-one meetings with companies.


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Oct
11
6:00 PM18:00

The Power of Immunotherapy- Women in Bio

The P.O.W.E.R. of Immunotherapy

Thursday, October 11, 2018/ 6:00-8:30 p.m.

University Club, 23 University Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15260 (Oakland Campus)

Pittsburgh’s Outstanding Women Entrepreneurs Rally (P.O.W.E.R) is an annual celebration of the contribution

local women are making to life sciences and healthcare. The fifth edition, P.O.W.E.R. 2018, will showcase an

emerging trend in healthcare – Immunotherapy. Immunotherapies aim to harness the power of our immune

system to treat and cure disease via cellular therapies, vaccines, antibodies and much more. Our speakers will

share how immunotherapies are shaping the fields of cancer, transplantation and others.

REGISTER: https://www.womeninbio.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1137370&group

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Oct
9
6:30 PM18:30

Founder Institute Demo Day

The Founder Institute is the world’s most challenging and effective program to start a company. Join us for the Graduation of the latest Pittsburgh cohort, where you can see presentations from the newest Graduates that are building great startups on October 9th at 6:30pm at Truefit, 501 Grant Street, 11th floor. Mark DeSantis is our keynote speaker delivering tips and tricks on how to building a company in Pittsburgh, and ask Graduates about their experience in the Founder Institute program. Angels, venture capitalists, media, mentors and the general public are invited to meet the most recent Graduates of the Founder Institute and learn about the diverse businesses that they are building. I hope you will join us, you can register here https://fi.co/e/170861.

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Oct
9
6:00 PM18:00

The Impact of AI in Pgh and Beyond

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Join us as a panel of local experts explore the promise of artificial intelligence and how it is shaping business, education and economics in Pittsburgh and beyond, in a way that is relevant to high school and college students and their parents. The event will be hosted in the new McIlroy Center for Science and Innovation and attendance is free to the Shady Side Academy and Pittsburgh communities.

Space is limited; please RSVP by Oct. 3 using the form below.

Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018 • 6-8 p.m.
McIlroy Center for Science and Innovation
Shady Side Academy Senior School 
423 Fox Chapel Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Schedule

6 p.m. - Registration and light refreshments
6:30 p.m. - Panel and Q&A

Panelists

Dr. Tuomas Sandholm
Professor of Computer Science, Carnegie Mellon University 
Shady Side Academy Parent
Learn more about Tuomas Sandholm

Dr. Shiv Rao ’97
Executive Vice President, UPMC Enterprises
Learn more about Shiv Rao

Eben Adams ’89 
Vice President, Growth and Partnerships at LegalSifter
Shady Side Academy Parent
Learn more about Eben Adams

Dr. Katerina Fragkiadaki
Assistant Professor of Machine Learning, Carnegie Mellon University
Learn more about Katerina Fragkidaki

Moderator

Ann Gibbons Scherlis
Author and Science Magazine Correspondent
Shady Side Academy Trustee and Past Parent

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