Jamie David, Regional Director at the SBDC – Iowa out of Creston shared the following information:

The event is this week and, even with the short notice, it should be an exciting program for those interested in growing and developing better business practices for their own business or startup.


How to Raise Venture Capital for Your Startup

In-Person Workshop Series
presented by Kaylee Williams, Investment Director at InnoVenture Iowa

Calling all visionary founders and entrepreneurs in Iowa’s heartland: are you ready to take your startup to new heights? Join InnoVenture Iowa for this exciting and informative workshop.

In this free 90-minute session, we’ll dive deep into venture capital, what it all means and what it could do for your business.

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Why Attend?

  • Forge Connections: Network and build lasting connections within the startup community.
  • Empower Your Startup: Gain the knowledge and confidence to secure the funding your startup deserves.
  • Hands-On Workshop: Walk away with tangible tools and strategies to implement for your startup immediately.

What to Expect:

  • Insider Strategies: Uncover the insider strategies used by successful founders to attract investment.
    Learn how founders create compelling narratives to captivate investors.
  • Navigating the Funding Landscape: Demystify the funding landscape, gain clarity on seed funding to
    series rounds, cap tables, term sheets, proformas, valuations, projections and everything in-between.
  • Pitch Perfect: Learn what makes a great pitch that resonates with investors.
  • Interactive Networking: Connect with fellow founders in your community.
  • Real-life Success Stories: Hear about founders who successfully navigated the venture capital landscape
    right here in Iowa and how InnoVenture Iowa, the state’s first public VC fund helped get them there.

The Creston, IA event time & Details:

Thursday May 2, 2024 | 9.00am – CRESTON, IA (Southwestern Community College, 1501 W. Townline, Creston IA 50801) Event will be in the Performing Arts Center Building (co-located with the Southern Prairie Family Fitness Center)

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