| << | May, 2008 | >> | |||||
| Su | Mo | Tu | W | Th | Fr | Sa | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 1 | 2 | 3 | « W |
| 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | « W |
| 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | « W |
| 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | « W |
| 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | « W |
Thursday, May 1, 2008
8 am – 5 pm
$75 per person
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
varies - see web site
Intellectual Property Professionals will be presenting on the topic of "The Nuts and Bolts of IP Due Diligence, what the venture capitalist and entrepreneur should ask for and what they should expect."
The panelists: John Boger, Heslin, Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti, Bela Musits, High Peaks Venture Partners, and Chuck Rancourt, RPI Office of Technology will discuss the three main areas of focus when IP due diligence is performed on behalf of a buyer, investor or start up company. These focal areas include:
1. Whether one has the freedom to operate in a certain market place and is clear to sell a certain product, as well as what the competitive landscape appears to be;
2. Whether the IP that the buyer is considering to purchase or venture capitalist is contemplating investing in is valid and enforceable and what the scope of coverage is for the issued patents;
3. Determination of who the owners are for the IP under consideration.
Further discussion will include what one should expect the deliverables to be following the performance of an IP due diligence project and the strategy one might employ to best use these deliverables.
The event will also offer an opportunity to personally network with Upstate and NYC capital providers; legal and accounting firms; and others interested in venture and private equity transactions.
Entrepreneur's Minute
Entrepreneurs looking for funding will have an opportunity to make a one-minute presentation during the "Entrepreneur's Minute". Companies interested in an opportunity to present at the "Entrepreneur's Minute" should sign up on line when registering to attend the event. There is no additional cost to present if you are selected.
Who should attend:
- Established businesses seeking growth capital
- Capital Providers looking to invest in upstate New York companies
- Students interested in private equity
- Professional advisors seeking to gain information to help clients
- Angel Investors seeking partners for future investing
- Entrepreneurs seeking capital for their ideas
- Students with new business ideas, looking for funding
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
3:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Yes
The SmartStart & UNYTECH Venture Forum is a combined event of the SmartStart Venture Forum, a forum for venture-ready companies interested in getting their company in front of interested venture funds, and the UNYTECH Forum for university spin-out companies to showcase their technologies and attract investment partners. This unique event displays the very best early-stage companies from throughout the entire state of New York. Venture capital funds, seed investment funds and angel groups and investors can meet with and learn more about these company's teams, technologies and plans for succeeding in the marketplace. Additionally, experienced entrepreneurs are exposed to upcoming companies for their potential involvement, and many of the venture company service providers will also be on hand at this showcase event.
Investors -- Venture Capitalist, Corporate Investor, Angel Investor, or Lender. Register here or call 518-465-8975 ext. 228. Fees are as follows:
| Early registration | $350.00 |
| Late registration (after April 18, 2008) | $450.00 |
| On-site registration | $495.00 |
Media -- You qualify to attend as a media representative if you are a credentialed member of the business press. Register here or call 518-465-8975 ext. 228.
All Other Attendees -- Register here or call 518-465-8975 ext. 228. Fees are as follows:
| Early registration | $350.00 |
| Late registration (after April 18, 2008) | $450.00 |
| On-site registration | $495.00 |
Presenting Company -- If you are seeking funding and wish to apply to participate in the Venture Forum, refer to the Application Information. If selected, you will receive two complimentary admissions to the event. If you wish to send additional employees there will be a charge of $150.00 per person. Please call 518-465-8975 ext. 228. **This section should only be used after your company is a confirmed presenter.**
Sponsoring Companies -- Each sponsor level includes complimentary admissions (this will vary depending on the sponsor level). Additional attendees can attend for a discounted rate of $200.00. Please call 518-465-8975 ext. 228.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Yes
The SmartStart & UNYTECH Venture Forum is a combined event of the SmartStart Venture Forum, a forum for venture-ready companies interested in getting their company in front of interested venture funds, and the UNYTECH Forum for university spin-out companies to showcase their technologies and attract investment partners. This unique event displays the very best early-stage companies from throughout the entire state of New York. Venture capital funds, seed investment funds and angel groups and investors can meet with and learn more about these company's teams, technologies and plans for succeeding in the marketplace. Additionally, experienced entrepreneurs are exposed to upcoming companies for their potential involvement, and many of the venture company service providers will also be on hand at this showcase event.
Investors -- Venture Capitalist, Corporate Investor, Angel Investor, or Lender. Register here or call 518-465-8975 ext. 228. Fees are as follows:
| Early registration | $350.00 |
| Late registration (after April 18, 2008) | $450.00 |
| On-site registration | $495.00 |
Media -- You qualify to attend as a media representative if you are a credentialed member of the business press. Register here or call 518-465-8975 ext. 228.
All Other Attendees -- Register here or call 518-465-8975 ext. 228. Fees are as follows:
| Early registration | $350.00 |
| Late registration (after April 18, 2008) | $450.00 |
| On-site registration | $495.00 |
Presenting Company -- If you are seeking funding and wish to apply to participate in the Venture Forum, refer to the Application Information. If selected, you will receive two complimentary admissions to the event. If you wish to send additional employees there will be a charge of $150.00 per person. Please call 518-465-8975 ext. 228. **This section should only be used after your company is a confirmed presenter.**
Sponsoring Companies -- Each sponsor level includes complimentary admissions (this will vary depending on the sponsor level). Additional attendees can attend for a discounted rate of $200.00. Please call 518-465-8975 ext. 228.
Submit an Event
View short descriptions
Print this event
RSS Options
Event detail