Get Investor Ready - an Angel Capital Overview workshop - Jan 19, 2010 Vancouver
Poor preparation is the #2 reason why investors reject entrepreneurs...
The only workshop with this content offered in BC, “Get Investor Ready” provides a real life overview of the angel investment process: Valuation, Due Diligence, Term Sheets and Post Investment Relationships. The workshop is comprised of a balance of expert presentations, panel discussions and small group case studies with networking time. "Great info, must have to complete a deal".
Boris Wertz, Nadeem Kassam, Basil Peters and Steven Lukas as experienced local investors, serial entrepreneurs and expert service providers are the panelists.
US Angel Investor of 2009 - Bill Payne is the seminar leader and active private investor, board member and advisor to entrepreneurs. He is an involved member of San Diego's Tech Coast Angels, Vegas Valley Angels and the Aztec Venture Network and has successfully founded or invested in 42 start-up companies. "Bill Payne has a particular knack of delivering his great knowledge of angel capital - worth the price of admission.
This workshop is almost mandatory for pre-revenue companies wanting to present at the next Angel Forum in May and was ranked 4.5 or better out of 5.0. 150+ people attended the first three workshops in this region. There are 25 current registrations; the next 19 seats are $295 vs final cost of $330 for this full day annual workshop on Jan 19 in downtown Vancouver. To register or get more info, click here Angel Capital Overview workshop. Bring a friend - 10% less for 2nd person on same registration.
Why attend? If you are planning to raise private equity within the next 12 months, ask yourself:
1 With volatile public company valuations, how do you correctly value a private company?
2 Do you have a good overview of the language and ramifications of a term sheet?
3 Are you familiar with the due diligence process?
4 What post investment activities (Board of Directors, Mentoring, Communication) are required?
Who should attend: Entrepreneurs raising money, Investors (angels, friends or family), and Advisors working with entrepreneurs or investors.
Sponsors: Fasken Martineau and TSX Venture Exchange