Artificial Intelligence- Is it a Bubble or an IPhone Moment?Thursday, October 5, 1:00p - 2:00p ETDelve into the heart of the current AI surge, guided by the insights of a seasoned software engineer. This session will dissect the unique facets propelling today's AI evolution, distinguishing it from previous waves. We'll explore whether AI's current momentum is fleeting or if it truly mirrors game-changing innovations akin to the iPhone's introduction. While our exploration is grounded in software development, we promise a journey free from overly technical jargon. Join us for an enlightening, behind-the-scenes perspective on AI's modern trajectory, arming you with insights crucial for informed investment decisions. In this session, you can expect to:
Speaker: John Steele, Founder and CEO of Series Code Angels as MentorsTuesday, October 24, 12:00p -1:00p ETWhether you are a new or seasoned angel, effective mentoring of start-up founders is a critical skill. Effective mentoring relationships can lead to positive financial outcomes for both the angel and the founder. Mentoring relationships can also help an angel hone the skills and promote confidence to step into a Board advisor or Board director role. So attend this webinar to discover why you need to mentor before you invest! This webinar will introduce the concept of mentoring and how you spot the blind sides of the business case and the founder team before deciding to invest. The webinar will cover a set of efficient tools and techniques to learn more about your mentee’s ambition, passion and learning styles and how you communicate with your mentee. Upon completion of this webinar, you will learn:
Speaker: Thomas Hørdam, Founder of WeLoveMentors Protecting Innovation: Your Trade SecretsWednesday, November 13, 12:00p - 1:00p ETAccording to Ocean Tomo, intangible assets now comprise 90% of the value of S&P 500 companies. Of those, many of them are protected by various Intellectual Property (IP) rights but are not currently insured. Trade secrets are the often overlooked “fourth” category of intellectual property, the only type of IP that is not registered and officially approved as yours, even though the digital economy is driven by trade secrets, more so than any other type of IP. Trade secrets can come in many forms and provide your company its key competitive advantage, driven largely by its secrecy. Today, trade secret litigation is often unsuccessful because the vast majority of companies do not have a formal Trade Secret Asset Risk Management (TSARM) process. Most companies tend to focus almost solely on those assets that are earmarked for a future patent (or other IP) protection, though a company’s TSAs can be far more valuable that its patents. This is demonstrated by dramatic increases in both frequency and severity of verdicts in trade secret cases over the past seven years, since the passage of the Defend Trade Secrets Act. Several cases in the past three years have exceeded $1 Billion, and these are the ones we know about! Regulatory and legislative changes also make trade secret risk management more urgent. The FTC’s proposed ban of non-competes makes trade secrets more vulnerable to theft by former employees, and increasing pressure by the SEC to disclose details of any security breach could mean that public companies will have to notify investors of theft of trade secrets if done as part of a cyber breach. During the session we will discuss practical risk management strategies to protect these valuable assets. Webinar learning outcomes will be:
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Revenue-Based FinancingRevenue-based financing has grown in popularity over the past few years as a tool for investors unlock returns with a shorter time horizon to traditional angel investments. Revenue-based financing (RBF) is an investment vehicle in which the company pays the investor a percentage of monthly revenue until the investor has been repaid their original investment plus an agreed upon multiple. RBF can help investors diversify their portfolio and increase their returns by enabling returns to start flowing much sooner than a traditional equity investment. Learn more about revenue-based financing and how you can integrate it into your investment strategy from our experts. Live Air Date: Wednesday, March 9, 12:00 to 1:00p EasternSpeakers: Kevin Learned, Sage Growth Capital; Gary Kocher, K &L Gates; Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Investing in the Future of FintechThe fintech industry has seen an enormous amount of innovation over the last few years. With companies disrupting banking, payments, lending, capital markets and more, this is an exciting time to invest in this industry. These disruptions are also driven by the surge of web and cryptocurrencies, which weve only starting to scratch the surface. Join our experts to learn more about the investment trends in Fintech. Live Air Date: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 Speakers: Jillian Willams, Principal at Cowboy VC; Todd Johnson, Director of Product Management at SoFi Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Diversifying Your Deal FlowCompanies led by diverse teams are proven to provide better returns. Although many investors implicitly understand this, their investments into Black-led companies are still paltry. Many investors lack the networks and access to find and invest in these founders. In honor of Black History Month, this webinar will discuss strategies and opportunities for angel investors to source and invest in high-growth potential companies led by Black founders. Live Air Date: February 9, 2022 Speakers: Himalaya Rao-Potlapally, Managing Director of Black Founders Matter; Renee King, Founder & CEO of FundBlackFounders Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Angel Group Best PracticesManaging an angel group can feel like herding cats. Effective angel groups have consistent, high-quality, and thesis-aligned deal flow that's presented to an actively investing membership on a regular basis. Managing an active angel group requires sourcing, due diligence, pitch nights, and any investment vehicles for the deals, as well as recruiting and engaging individual members. Join our experts with extensive experience building active and thriving angel networks to learn how you can effectively manage your angel group. Live Air Date: January 26, 2022 Speakers: Elaine Bolle, RTP Capital; Todd Federman, North Coast Ventures; Joann MacMaster, Desert Angels; Rich Curtin, Silicon Catalyst Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Angel Exit StrategiesAngel investors should always make investments with exits in mind. Although a company’s path is likely to deviate from their initial strategy, you should understand the paths to exit, potential acquirers, and the timeline. As the company progresses, these strategies should be iterated to align with the company’s current status. Join our experts to understand different exit strategies and how you can support portfolio companies along that path. Live Air Date: December 8, 2021 Speakers: Peter Adams, Rockies Venture Club Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Crypto: What is it and How Can you Effectively Invest in the Asset Class?Crypto investing has become all the rage for angel, retail, and institutional investors. But which crypto platforms and currencies are legit and which are just hype? Join our experts to dive into the industry, understand trends, and discuss strategies on investing in the asset class. Live Air Date: November 17, 2021 Speakers: Stefan Kyntchev, Queen City Angels; Joshua Rosenthal, The 6ixth Element Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) How to Raise and Manage a Angel SideCar FundMany angel networks have launched side car angel funds to activate and deploy more capital. Learn more about how an angel network can activate their members to launch a fund, how to think about fund sizes and strategy, and how to maximize it's impact. Live Air Date: November 3, 2021 Speakers: Emily Klein, Rockies Venture Club and John Habbert, Queen City Angels Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Cleantech 2.0: Trends & Insights for Early-Stage InvestorsThe cleantech industry is experiencing various strong tailwinds that are driving investments, growth, and exits. Policy changes, new technologies, and an increased focus on the sector across the globe are driving capital into the industry. Join us for the “Cleantech 2.0” webinar to learn about key trends in the industry from our experts. Live Air Date: October 20, 2021 Speakers: Jean-Noel Poirier, Partner and Executive Managing Director at Clean Energy Venture Group Eric Berman, Board Director of Element 8. Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Overview of Risks in Angel InvestingStartup investing offers the potential for significant returns, but it comes with many significant risks. Before investing, angels need to understand the kinds of risks they'll be facing. After reviewing major types of startup investing risks, ACA Vice Chair and webinar leader, Ron Weissman, will describe how to build a Risks Canvas to organize, perform diligence and mitigate systematically the key investment risks that angels face. For investors who would like to learn more about assessing risk in angel investing, please also register for the ACA's new Angel University course on Risks, offered on September 21st. Learn more at Angel University. Live Air Date: September 15, 2021 Speaker: Ron Weissman, Band of Angels Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) What Does the Biden Administration Mean for Startups and Investors in the US?The Biden Administration is pushing forward several initiatives that are likely to have lasting implications on angel investors and their portfolio companies. Trillions of dollars in federal spending coupled with a new budget resolution, tax reform, and infrastructure upgrades will result in threats and opportunities for our community. These new policies will have resounding impact across our society, and it's critical for angels to understand how it may influence investment strategy. Join us for this essential webinar for all members of the ecosystem with ACA Public Policy Committee Chair, Clay Rankin, and Greg Mesack, Senior Government Affairs Consultant for Gray Robinson, as we take a look at what the future may hold. Live Air Date: Wednesday, August 25 at 12:00 pm ET Speakers: Clay Rankin, North Coast Venture; Greg Mesack, GrayRobinson Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Cultivating your PipelineConsistent, quality deal flow is at the heart of being a successful angel investor. With more and more competition at the pre-seed and seed stages, angels need to find new, innovative strategies for sourcing deals. Live Air Date: Wednesday, August 4th at 12:00 pm ET Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Angels & VC'sHistorically, angel investors and networks had limited engagement with venture capital firms. However, the early-stage investment ecosystem is changing: venture capital firms are investing at the earliest stages and angel investors are getting access to later-stage deals. The overlap between angel investors and venture investors will continue to increase, therefore, it’s imperative for angel investors to develop effective strategies to engage, co-invest, and build mutually beneficial relationships within the venture capital industry. Live Air Date: Wednesday, July 28, 2021 from 12:00 to 1:00 pm Eastern Speakers: Lorenzo Thione, Gaingels; Leyla Seka, Black Venture Institute Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) The Rise of Startup ValuationsStartup valuations have been steadily increasing during the last decade and that trend has only accelerated over the past year. Valuations have reached such historic levels that unicorns, the once rare badge of success that startups and investors sought, have become average in 2021. Angel investors are feeling the same upward pressure on startup valuations, with seed round valuations today mirroring series A valuations a decade ago. There are different reasons underlying these shifts, including macroeconomic conditions, an increased amount of capital in the ecosystem, and the recent surge of SPACs, to name a few. Join us for this webinar on "The Rise of Startup Valuations" to hear our experts discuss valuation trends and their thoughts for the future. Live Air Date: Wednesday, July 14, 2021 from 12:00 to 1:00 pm Eastern Speakers: Ron Weissman, Band of Angels; Ashley Flucas, Gaingels Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) The SPAC Boom: Is the Hype Real?In 2020, it seemed like there were several new SPACs announced each day. Investors were clamoring to launch these blank check companies that were targeting companies from space tech to retail. Although the hype around SPACs has slightly dampened in 2021, there is still a massive opportunity for both investors and entrepreneurs to leverage these vehicles to take their companies public. Join us on Wednesday, June 30th to speak with Izzy Dawood, Chief Financial Officer at Paysafe Group, a company that recently went public via SPAC, to learn about more about these companies. Live Air Date: Wednesday, June 30, 2021 from 12:00 to 1:00 pm Eastern Speaker: Izzy Dawood, PaySafe Group Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Angel Investing Post-Covid2020 was a transformative year for angel investing. Angel groups were forced to pivot their entire membership into a virtual format and navigate the process of sourcing, vetting, and investing in companies without ever meeting in person. As the world begins to reopen and individuals can return to in-person activities, angel investors will pivot once again. Join this webinar on “Angel Investing Post-Covid” to hear from angel group leaders on how they’re planning to manage the transition to a hybrid investment ecosystem. Live Air Date: Wednesday, June 9, 2021 from 12:00 to 1:00 pm Eastern Speakers: Eli Velasquez, Investors of Color Network; Jason Burke, TBD Angels Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Investing for Good: Innovative Investment Models to Maximize Impact and ReturnsAs Angel Investors, we’re often driven to invest not only for returns, but because we’re passionate about Join us for the next webinar on “Angel Investing for Good: Innovative Investment Models to Maximize Impact and Live Air Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2021 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern Speakers: Betty Francisco, Boston Impact Initiative; Margaret Bradley, Benjamin Franklin Technology; Bella Gangnes, First Capital Partners, LLC; Maggie Cutts, Prime Coalition Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) The American Rescue Plan ExplainedPresident Biden signed into law the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan (ARP). Join ACA’s public policy team at GrayRobinson to learn about the ARP and what the plan means for angel investors and portfolio companies. The GrayRobinson team will also preview other legislation that Congress and President Biden will be working on this year that could impact angel investors. *ACA Webinars are always free to members. There is a small fee for non-members to attend and receive the archive. Live Air Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2021 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern Speakers: Blair Hancock, Federal Legislative Consultant; Chris McCannell, Senior Government Affairs Consultant; Greg Mesack, Senior Government Affairs Consultant; Adam Winter, Clarus R+D Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) The Role of Early Stage Board of Directors in Raising and Closing the Next Round.Your portfolio company will need to fundraise soon. What’s the role of the Board in securing capital? Who should fundraise? What is the CEO’s role? Your role as a Director? How do you deal with insider rounds? What are smart practices in negotiating with follow-on investors to achieve a fair deal? What are the risks and pitfalls to avoid in managing fundraising as a Director? ACA Board member Ron Weissman, Vice Chair of the ACA’s Education and Smart Practices Committee and the author of Angel University’s course on startup boards will lead an interactive webinar on your role as a Director across the fundraising cycle, from initial capital forecasting through diligence, negotiation and the closing of the round. Increase your odds of success and minimize headaches by learning how professional angel investors best leverage boards to increase the odds of fundraising success. Live Air Date: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 from 12:00 to 1:00 p Eastern Speakers: Ron Weissman, Band of Angels; Theresa Sedlack, Entrepreneurship Educator Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Introduction to Term Sheet BasicsAll angel investments begin with the terms proposed by the entrepreneur and agreed to by the angel investor (or proposed by the angel and agreed to by the entrepreneur). A summary of these terms is presented in the “term sheet,” the basic document of angel investing. Long time angel investor and ACA Board Member, and Lead Instructor for the ACA Workshop Term Sheet Basics, Kevin Learned will review the fundamentals of a term sheet for novice and newer angel investors. This is an introductory webinar and will set the angel up to take the ACA Workshop "Term Sheet Basics.” Live Air Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021 from 12:00 to 1:00 p Eastern Speaker: Kevin Learned, Sage Capital Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Demystifying Angel Investing: An Introduction to the World of Early-StageAngel investors are high net worth individuals who invest their own money into seed stage startup companies, providing Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with leading experts to explore the basics of angel investing, including three Make a difference: Angels leverage their expertise to help new businesses grow and succeed, changing the Spend 60 minutes with us and you will walk away with a solid understanding of this exciting, game-changing investment Live Air Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2020 from 1:00 to 2:00 p Eastern Speakers: Marcia Dawood, Vice Chair; Kristina Montague, The JumpFund; Alden Zecha, SideCar Angels Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) PPP Round 2: New Funding Available for Startups and Small BusinessesIn this webinar, we’ll explore the changes to the PPP program created by the new stimulus bill signed into law What changed for PPP forgiveness? Live Air Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2020 from 1:00 to 2:00 p Eastern Speakers: LJ Suzuki, CFOshare; Chelsie Kugler, CFOshare Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Demystifying Angel Investing: An Introduction to the World of Early-StageAngel investors are high net worth individuals who invest their own money into seed stage startup companies, providing much-needed capital to bring new companies to market. Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with leading experts to explore the basics of angel investing, including three reasons to consider angel investing as part of your well-balanced portfolio: Make a difference: Angels leverage their expertise to help new businesses grow and succeed, changing the economic future of an entire region by investing in small startup companies that eventually employ dozens or hundreds of people. Angels often join the boards of their portfolio companies, using their experience and knowledge to directly impact the future of the company, and in turn, make their own investment more successful. Spend 60 minutes with us and you will walk away with a solid understanding of this exciting, game-changing investment class. Featured panel speakers include: Live Air Date: Thursday, January 14, 2020 from 1:00 to 2:00 p Eastern Speakers: Marcia Dawood, Vice Chair of the ACA; Christopher Mirabile, Launchpad Venture Group; Nicole Washington, Investor in Ohio Tech Angel Fund Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Introduction to Cap TablesAn important part of any equity financing is the proforma capitalization table (referred to as the “cap table”). Cap tables are typically prepared as an excel spreadsheet, and while these can be daunting for new angels and entrepreneurs to understand, they play a critical role in such financings. This highly informative webinar provides an overview of cap tables, their purpose, and how they are used. Learn what a simple cap table looks like, the investor conventions used in creating cap tables, what happens when new money comes into the company and the impact of offering various classes of stock. This is a great introduction webinar; register for ACA’s Advanced Workshop on Capitalization Tables to really gain deeper insight into this topic. Live Air Date: Wednesday, January 13, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speakers: Kevin Learned, Sage Growth Capital and Laura McCoolidge, Strada Education Network Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Apocalypse NOT: COVID-19 and the Early Stage Funding Environment in 2020ACA Board member Ron Weissman will discuss the early stage investing environment for angels and VCs over the course of 2020, comparing predictions of COVID’s impact on investors with today’s funding realities. This talk will discuss the results of the ACA’s groundbreaking Q3 survey of angel groups and their response to COVID and will place these results within the context of the broader seed, angel and venture ecosystem. Ron also will highlight key lessons learned so far for angel investing best practices during times of crisis. Live Air Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speaker: Ron Weissman, ACA Board Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) New Exits Data Reinforces Angel Investment StrategyNelson Gray, long time Scottish angel, will relay outcomes of a new report on Exits in the UK. This report looks at 3,000 UK exits since 2011. The results parallel what we know of exits in the US. Nelson will share his thoughts on how exit data shapes pre and post investment strategies, to the advantage of founders as well as investors. Live Air Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speakers: Nelson Gray, Fifth Ventures Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) ACA 2020: Fall Angel Forum - An Hour Dive to Maximize your Forum TakeawaysThe Angel Capital Association is launching a new style of event this fall, the ACA 2020 Fall Angel Forum, which provides two days of thought leadership and community building to give today’s investors unparalleled insights into emerging investor trends, the latest angel research, and an opportunity to exchange reactions/perspectives. Join experts leading attendees through stimulating conversations that will turn data into information, and then knowledge, in the ultimate journey toward maximizing investor wisdom. Live Air Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speakers: Pat Gouhin, ACA CEO; Clay Rankin, North Coast Angel Fund; Juliana Garaizar, Independent Investor; Marcia Dawood, ACA Vice Chair; Ted Zoller, UNC Chapel Hill. Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Why Is Data Collection Vital to Angel Investor Success? Part One - What You Need to Know About Financial Data and InvestingWhy is it critical for angel investors to track their investments and data? Angel groups that document Live Air Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speakers: Rick Timmins, ACA Data Chair and CTAN Member Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Successfully Securing an Angel Investor Tax Credit in Your State.....Key Tips, Do's and Don’tsDuring the current challenges, angel investing is more important than ever. Investors in the private sector writing personal checks to create jobs and stimulate economic development are fundamental to success. Hear from Mike Eckert, one of the leaders of a successful effort in Louisiana, on how you can successfully influence legislation in your state. Live Air Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speakers: Mike Eckert, NO/LA Angel Network and Marcia Dawood, ACA Vice Chair Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) US Open for Business Executive Roundtable powered by Established, featuring NIH, NSF, TRISH, & AFWERXJoin ACA to hear from funding leaders from NIH, NSF, TRISH, and AFWERX on government funding opportunities for companies in your portfolio, spanning R&D, feasibility studies and commercial contracts for a broad range of technologies. This deep-dive is based on a popular hot topic from the 2020 ACA Summit - register now to learn from the experts. Live Air Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speakers: Joey Arora, AFWERX/U.S. Air Force; Andrea Belz, NSF; Jennifer Consalvo, Co-CEO, Established; James Hury III, TRISH; Matt McMahon, NIH; Chiara Renella-Brooks, ACA. Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) How Blockchain and Crypto are Eating the World: An Investor's OverviewBlockchain technology, and relatedly, cryptocurrency, continue to gain market momentum as many identify blockchain as the next wave of technology disruption. An early investor in bitcoin and cofounder of Hong Kong-based blockchain venture fund Kenetic, we are excited to welcome Jehan Chu to share his insights into the market. As an industry thought leader, Jehan will discuss industry trends he is closely watching and how seed stage companies are approaching market disruption. Live Air Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2020 from 11:00 - 12:00 p Eastern Speaker: Jehan Chu, Kenetic Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) How to Successfully Invest in the Cannabis IndustryCannabis industry growth continues to ramp up as new markets open, creating more opportunity for angels to take advantage of this emerging market. Kimberly Kovacs, CEO of Arcview, alongside Jeffrey Finkle, CEO of Arcview Ventures, will share with angels the lessons they've learned over the last decade investing in the cannabis industry, and how their approach to vetting cannabis startups differs from a typical investment process. Live Air Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speakers: Kim Kovacs, Arcview Ventures and Jeffrey Finkle, Arcview Ventures Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Startup Fundraising & Effective Startup Governance in Time of CrisisWhat’s the outlook for startup funding in today’s COVID-dominated investment climate? And what are best Board practices in helping portfolio companies who are cash-strapped? Ron Weissman, ACA Board member and author of the ACA’s Angel University Startup Board of Directors course, will review the latest findings on capital markets as background to discussing the ways Boards can help startups navigate through troubled times. Learn what it means for a Board to set a crisis agenda, to help companies replan their businesses and how effective directors mentor startup teams with honesty and with empathy. Whether you’ve taken the ACA’s Boards course or interested in how to be effective during the current crisis, you’re sure to learn key best practices by attending this webinar. Live Air Date: Thursday, June 11, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speaker: Dr. Ronald Weissman of Band of Angels Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Advising Cash - Strapped Portfolio CompaniesAs angel portfolio companies try to navigate today's uncertain environment, some companies are left with extremely short cash runways. LJ Suzuki, startup CFO, will share the playbook he developed for advising startup companies through a 13 week cash crisis and what advice angels can give their companies when it comes to adjusting the forecast, managing AR/AP/debt/payroll and more. Speaker: Live Air Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speaker: LJ Suzuki of Fractional CFO Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Supporting Portfolio Companies During COVID-19
Live Air Date: Friday, March 27, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Speakers: Victor Gutwein of M25 and Pat LaPointe of FrontierAngels Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Public Policy Breaking News - Covid-19 and Capitol HillChris McCannell and Greg Mesack of GrayRobinson discussed on the evolving economic changes during the global COVID-19 crisis. Chris and Greg shared the latest updates from Washington DC, including the emergency declaration to “to provide relief from tax deadlines to Americans who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 emergency” and the response to ensure all businesses have the resources they require. Live Air Date: Friday, March 20, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Deciding to Write the Second CheckAn angel’s decision to make a follow-on investment in a portfolio company should be easier than writing the initial check – right? After all, there is more data, more time with the management team, and more execution to interpret. Hear from experienced angel investor and past ACA Chair John Huston of Ohio TechAngels Funds why follow-on round participation decisions may actually be more difficult than the original investment decision. John will discuss unconscious biases, ego, and other factors that affected the multiple checks he’s written to his 60+ portfolio companies, plus will provide a vetting template to help mitigate these risks. Live Air Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Investor Friendly Convertible NotesIs it ever possible for convertible notes to work in favor of the investor, or should angels avoid notes altogether? Startup attorney, angel investor and founder of Enterprise Legal Studio, Bart Dillashaw will walk us through a review of the fundamental terms of convertible notes, which terms are company or investor friendly, along with a discussion of the pluses and minuses of notes. Live Air Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) The Next Gen of CodingMachine learning, AI, IOT, are just a handful of the tech buzz words angels hear when startups pitch. Taylor Clauson of Abstraction Capital will share with us the next gen landscape of tech development and its impact on angels. Live Air Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) How to Invest (Successfully) in Medical Device StartupsRegulatory risk, lengthy product development timelines, capital intensive, long sales cycles and slow market adoption are just a few of the reasons why angels avoid investing in medical device startups. A key leader on acquisitions for big players such as Medtronic and Covidien, Dave Giarracco will share with fellow angel investors what it takes for medical device companies to win big and how angels can diligence whether the risk is worth the potential reward. Live Air Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Funding for Innovation in Your RegionJoin us for a conversation about how to access funding to help strengthen your regional innovation economy. EDA's Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship will explain the Regional Innovation Strategies program, including some important changes for FY 2020 funding program (currently set for $30 million in the House and $31 million in the Senate). Live Air Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2020 from 12:00 - 1:00 p Eastern Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) How to Invest (Successfully) in Marketplace StartupsNew York-based seed fund FJ Labs boasts a portfolio of 400+ startup companies, 100+ exits and an investment strategy focused nearly entirely on marketplaces. While many angels shy away from investing in companies with two, or three-sided markets to tackle, Jeff Weinstein (FJ Labs Principal and Kauffman Fellows member) will share his experiences in seed stage investing and why marketplace companies are worth a second-look. Live Air Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2019 from 12:00 -1:00 p Eastern Access the Recording (members will be asked to login and redirected to the archive page) Should Angels Be Able to Force Exits?When the majority of startup companies do not return capital to angel investors, is it a good idea to force a portfolio company to exit? Diving into the reasons angels may or may not want to force exits, our speakers will discuss the methods used for forcing exits, such as redemption rights, dividends, note maturity, board voting, etc., as well as an exploration of the positives and consequences of each method. Live Air Date: Wednesday, November 6th, 2019 from 12:00 -1:00 p Eastern
Startup BoardsServing as a Director of an early stage angel-backed company is a serious responsibility. This webinar will review smart practices in forming boards, managing board meetings and serving as a Director—all with the goal of creating an effective governance structure for startups. Key topics will include the legal obligations and risks faced by Directors, how to deal with conflicts of interest and how to navigate trouble zones such as M&A, over the course of a company’s journey from initial investment through exit. Learn how to add value while staying out of trouble! Live Air Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2019 from 12:00 -1:00 p Eastern
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ACA Members Only Forum & Update
Live Air Date: Wednesday, May 25, 2016 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Marcia Dawood, Chris McCannell, and Greg Mesack
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Sourcing Great Deals Outside Silicon Valley
Live Air Date: Wednesday, April 27, 2016 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Moderator: Kevin Learned, Loon Creek Capital
Speakers: Allan Johnson, 49th State Angel Investor Network; Liz Marchi, Founder, Frontier Angels; David Russick, Gopher Angels
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Angel Investing Strategies: Finding and Maximizing Returns
Live Air Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2016 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Panelists: Super angel Mario Martinez; TK Kuegler of Wasabi Ventures; Kiki Tidwell, Advisor for Element8 Angels
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Beginner’s Guide to Term Sheets
Live Air Date: Wednesday, March 23, 2016 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Arlene Bender, Partner, Foley Hoag; Paul Silver, Seattle Angel Fund, and Shareholder, Karr Tuttle Campbell
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Building Great Boards
Live Air Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2016 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
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Perform Due Diligence Like the Pros
Live Air Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2016 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
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ACA Store DEMO: Seraf Portfolio Management Tool for Angel Investors
Live Air Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 from 12:00 to 12:30p Eastern
Speaker: Ham Lord, Seraf Investor
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Investor Experiences with Online Equity Platforms
Live Air Date: Wednesday, January 13, 2016 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Moderator: Bill Carleton, attorney with McNaul Ebel Nawrot & Helgren. Bill is a key member of the ACA public policy advisory committee and author of a recent article about accredited equity investing. Here is a link to the article.
Investor speakers: Rany Raviv, VP Business Development and M&A Iberdrola Renewables, Sarit Rozycki, President at SLR Associates, both highly experienced investors who have invested using a variety of platforms including OurCrowd.
Entrepreneur: Shai Magzimof, CEO & Co-Founder of NextPeer, who received equity funding through the OurCrowd platform.
Platform executive: Jonathan Medved, CEO & Founder of OurCrowd, a leading equity based crowdfunding platform.
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Best Practice Series: Valuation of Early Stage Companies
Live Air Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2015 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Bill Payne, Angel Resource Institute; Marcia Dawood, BlueTree Allied Angels and GoldenSeeds
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ACA Member Forum & Update (Members Only)
Live Air Date: Wednesday, December 2, 2015 from 12:00 to 12:30p Eastern
Speakers: Christopher Mirabile, ACA Chair; Marianne Hudson, ACA Executive Director, Marcia Dawood, ACA Board; Matt Dunbar, ACA Board; and Sarah Dickey, Membership Director
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Best Practice Series: The Key Points of Term Sheets
Live Air Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2015 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Katherine O'Neill, Executive Director, JumpStart New Jersey Angel Network; Ben Straughan, Partner, Perkins Coie; Jim Carroll, Counsel, Perkins Coie
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Structuring Exits for Competitive Returns
Live Air Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: David Gitlin, Emerging Technology Practice Co-Leader, Greenberg Traurig LP; Alexandra LaForge, Director of Strategic Programs, Investors' Circle; Dave Bisson, CEO Big City Farms; Aner Ben-Ami, Managing Director, Pi Investments
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Best Practice Series: Angel Portfolio Strategy
Live Air Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2015 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Victoria Barnard, Rising Tide Fund and Women’s Capital Connection; Angela Jackson, Portland Seed Fund and Portland State University Business Accelerator; Bill Payne, Frontier Angel Funds
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Decision Making for Expert Entrepreneurs
Live Air Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2015 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Rob Wiltbank, CEO of Galios, Professor of Entrepreneurship at Willamette University and author of 2007 Returns to Angel Investors in Groups.
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What Angel Investors Can Expect for Returns
Live Air Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2015 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Rob Wiltbank, CEO of Galios, Professor of Entrepreneurship at Willamette University and author of 2007 Returns to Angel Investors in Groups.
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How Top VCs Work with Angels to Achieve Success
Live Air Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2015 from 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: William Bryant, Partner, DFJ Ventures and active angel investor, and Geoff Entress, Venture Partner, active angel investor and Voyager Capital, have hundreds of investments between them in both capacities.
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Member Update Call with Christopher Mirabile
Live Air Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Christopher Mirabile, ACA Chair; Linda Smith, ACA Vice Chair; and Sarah Dickey, Membership Director
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Accelerators and Angels: A Perfect Match
Live Air Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Patrick Riley, CEO, Global Accelerator Network, GAN
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Grassroots Public Policy: How to Tell the Angel Story When Legislators are Home
Live Air Date: Wednsday, June 17, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Mike Eckert, ACA Public Policy Chair and NO/LA Angel Network, Linda Lorraine Smith, ACA Public Policy Vice Chair and Sierra Angels, Chris McCannell, Director in APCO Worldwide (ACA’s government affairs representative
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What FG Angels Learned in its First Year as a Syndicate on AngelList
Live Air Date: Wednsday, June 10, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Brad Feld, Managing Director, Foundry Group
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What Effect Do Angel Investments Have on Entrepreneurs Success?
Live Air Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Josh Lerner Ph.D., the Jacob H. Schiff Professor of Investment Banking at Harvard Business School, and Chair of the Entrepreneurial Management unit.
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Impact Investing: Doing Well by Doing Good
Live Air Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Moderator: Tanya Prive, Co-Founder and CEO Onevest
Panelists: Bonny Moellenbrock, Exective Director, Investors’ Circle, Michael “Luni” Libes, Founder and Managing Director of Fledge Accelerator and Kick pre-accelerator
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Savvy Syndication - Pitfalls and Possibilities
Live Air Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Moderator: Matt Dunbar, Managing Director, Upstate Angel Network & South Carolina Angel Network; Board Member, Angel Capital Association
Panelists: Faz Bashi, Life Science Angels; Dick Reeves, Angel Syndicates Central; Jamie Rhodes, Alliance of Texas Angel Networks
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ACA Member Update
Live Air Date: Monday, March 16, 2015 11:00-12:00p Eastern
Speakers: David Verrill, ACA Chair;: Marianne Hudson, ACA Executive Director; Loretta McCarthy, Golden Seeds; Steve Flaim, ACA Summit Committee Chair; and Sarah Dickey, Membership Director
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Seven Exits: Lessons Learned for Angels, Entrepreneurs and Deal Facilitators
Live Air Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Dušan Stojanovic, European Angel of the Year 2013, Founder and Director of True Global Ventures
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What’s Ahead for the Lean LaunchPad?
Live Air Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Allan May, Vice Chair, Angel Resource Institute and Chair, Life Science Angels
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Betting on the Right Jockey – the Number One Indicator of Investment Success
Live Air Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Tony Shipley, Queen City Angels and Jason Kos, Consultant, Culture Index
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How Working With Your Local University Can Lead You to the Next Google
Live Air Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Jamie Rhodes, Founder, Central Texas Angel Network, CEO National NanoMaterials and ACA Board Member; Steve Flaim, Past Chairman of Tech Coast Angels, Senior Special Advisor, National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, NIH and ACA Board Member
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Investment Tax Strategies for Angels and Entrepreneurs
Live Air Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: All representing McGladrey LLP: Glenn L. Martin, CPA, PFS, Partner; Mark S. Blawas, National Leader, Credits and Incentives, State and Local Tax; Ed Decker, Director, Washington National Tax; Charles F. Schultz, Partner, Washington National Tax
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Top 10 Do’s and Don’ts for Raising Capital from Angel Investors
Live Air Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Jim Connor, Board Member, Sand Hill Angels and Angel Capital Association; Catherine Mott, founder and CEO of BlueTree Capital Group and BlueTree Allied Angels.
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Update on Accredited Investor Definition and Established Angel Group Certification
Live Air Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: David Verrill, ACA Chairman and Managing Director,Hub Investment Group, Marianne Hudson, ACA Executive Director, Mid-America Angels, and Women's Capital Connection
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Top 10 Things You Need to Know Before Your First Investment
Live Air Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 12:00-1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Troy Knauss, President and Board member, Angel Resource Institute
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Successful Early-Stage CEO Growth
Live Air Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Dr. Jana Matthews
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JOBS Act Update: New Deals on the Horizon (Led by The Deal)
Live Air Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2014 1:00 - 2:00p Eastern
Speakers: Marianne Hudson, Angel Capital Association; Ronald Orol, The Deal; Brian S. Korn, Pepper Hamilton LLP; Gregory J. Nowak, Pepper Hamilton LLP
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Driving Angel Investor Returns
Live Air Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: James Geshwiler, Common Angels
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What Makes an Investable Company?
Live Air Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Susan Preston, Angel Resource Institute
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How to Build a Great Angel Portfolio
Live Air Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Moderator: John Huston, Ohio Tech Angels
Speakers: David S. Rose, Founder and CEO, Gust; Dan Rosen, President, Alliance of Angels
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Protect Angel Startup Funding: Important Public Policy Update
Live Air Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Moderator: Jean Peters, Golden Seeds, ACA Board Member
Speakers: Mike Eckert, ACA Public Policy Chair/ NO/LA Angel Network; Joe Wallin, Davis Wright Tremaine; Evan Burfield, 1776 Incubator; Kevin Laws, AngelList; Elizabeth Hess, TRX Systems; Barbara Roper, Consumer Federation of America
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Best Practices in Deal Screening
Live Air Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Christopher Mirabile, Managing Director of Launchpad Venture Group in Boston, ACA Board Member
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Fast Pitch Webinar - ACA Summit Winning Companies
Live Air Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Presenters: Winning companies from the 2014 ACA Summit
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Post-Investment Engagement - Building Portfolio Company Success
Live Air Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2014 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Moderator: Zach Lawrence, CFA, Director, Ohio Tech Angel Funds
Speakers: Mark Rainosek, CEO, FD Venture Farm; Rachael Qualls, CEO, Venture 360; Raymond Luk, CEO, Hockeystick
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Ready Fire Aim! "Gotchas" to Avoid for Individual Investors
Live Air Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2014 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Paul Singh (Founder at Disruption Corporation, Former partner at 500 Startups, Entrepreneur in Residence with the White House Office of Science and Technology)
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Top 10 Success Factors for Early Stage Companies
Live Air Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2014 12:00 to 1:00p Eastern
Speaker: Dave Berkus (President at Berkus Tech Ventures, LLC, Chairman Emeritus of Tech Coast Angels, ACA Member)
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A Look at Exit Alternatives: Recent Market Place Innovations that Give Shareholders Pre-IPO Liquidity
Live Air Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Tim Ryan (Managing Director and VP, OTC Markets and ACA Partner), Nelson Griggs (Senior Vice President, Global Corporate Client Group, NASDAQ OMX)
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Online Syndicates – How Remote Investing may Change Your Next Round
Live Air date: Wednesday, January 15, 2014 12:00 - 1:00p Eastern
Speakers: Naval Ravikant (Co-Founder, AngelList), Matt Dunbar (Upstate Carolina Angel Network, ACA Board of Directors)
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Crowdfunding: New Rules, New Risks, New Opportunities
Live Air Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Speakers: Rory Eakin (COO - CircleUp), Sherwood Neiss (Principal, Crowdfund Capital Advisors), Sara Hanks, (CEO - Crowdcheck), Jean Peters (Golden Seeds, ACA Board of Directors)
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Wall Street Journal Spreecast - How to Become an Angel Investor
Live Air Date: Monday, December 2, 2013
Speakers: Sarah Needleman (Wall Street Journal), Dave Berkus (Tech Coast Angels), Brian Cohen (New York Angelss), and Marianne Hudson (Angel Capital Association)
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Finding the Next Pinterest - A Conversation with Brian Cohen and Dan Rosen
Live Air Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Speakers: Brian Cohen (Launch.it/ Chairman - New York Angels), Dan Rosen (Chairman, Alliance of Angels)
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JOBS Act Update for Angels - A View from Washington, DC
Live Air Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Speaker: US Representative David Schweikert (Arizona) and Marianne Hudson (ACA Executive Director)
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Alternative Investment Strategies – an Interview with Bob Rice
Live Air Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Speakers: Bob Rice (Tangent Capital/ Author of The Alternative Answer) and John Huston (ACA Chairman Emeritus, Ohio TechAngel Funds)
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Not Just Fun and Games - How Gaming Technology will Change the Education Landscape
Live Air Date: October 9, 2013
Speakers: Jim Connor (Sand Hill Angels) Esteban Sosnik (co.lab at New Schools Venture Fund), Jason Singer (Gobstopper), Jessie Woolley-Wilson (DreamBox Learning), Jan Zawadski (Hapara)
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JOBS Act Rulemaking – What Entrepreneurs and Startup Supporters Should Know
Live Air Date: October 3, 2013
Speakers: Sara Hanks (CrowdCheck), Jason Mendelson (Foundry Group/ Global Accelerator Network), Jean Peters (ACA Board, Golden Seeds), David Verrill (ACA Chair), and Peggy Wallace (Golden Seeds)
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M&A the Right Way - The Process and its Tricks and Traps
Live Air Date: September 11, 2013
Speaker: Peter Rosenblum (Foley Hoag LLP)
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Understanding the JOBS Act (sponsored by VC Experts)
Original Air Date: May 4, 2012
Speakers: Joseph Bartlett (Sullivan Worcester), William Carleton (McNaul Ebel Nawrot Ebel), Dan Hansen (Montgomery Hansen), and Dan Rosen (Alliance of Angels)
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Corporate Governance for Startups – A Guide for Growing Companies (sponsored by PwC)
Original Air Date: October 6, 2011
Speakers: Anne-Marie Vitale (PwC), Eric Jensen (Cooley LLP), and John Huston (Oho TechAngel Funds)
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Nuts and Bolts of Executing Successful Exits (sponsored by Foley Hoag)
Original Air Date: March 2, 2011
Speaker: Peter Rosenblum (Foley Hoag LLP)
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Case Studies in Syndication Deals – Lessons Learned
Original Air Date: June 23, 2010
Speakers: Peggy Wallace (Golden Seeds), Teresa Esser (Silicon Pastures), Barry Rosenbaum (Akron Regional Change Angels), and David Verrill (Hub Angels)
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Conducting and Sharing Due Diligence for Syndication (sponsored by Spinner Technologies)
Original Air Date: May 26, 2010
Speakers: Troy Knauss (Piedmont Angel Network), Andrea Alms (Jefferson Corner Group), Ben Kirk (Puget Sound Venture Forum), Bruce MacCormack (Bellingham Angels), and Dan Quigg (North Coast Angel Fund)
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Negotiating and Harmonizing Term Sheets for Syndication
Original Air Date: April 28, 2010
Speakers: Frank Peters (The Frank Peters Show), James Geshwiler (CommonAngels), Michael Gruber (Cornerstone Angels), and Katherine O’Neill (Jumpstart New Jersey Angel Network)
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The Growing Trend of Syndication Between Angel Groups – Why, How, and When (sponsored by LK+S, and McCarter & English)
Original Air Date: March 3, 2010
Speakers: David Verrill (Hub Angels), Paul Silva (River Valley Investors), Ray Wenig (Ariel Southeast Angel Partners), Mike Napoli (Tech Coast Angels), Michael Cain (Wilmington Investor Network)
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Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Sidecar Funds (and Get to Ask) (sponsored by Foley Hoag)
Original Air Date: October 22, 2009
Speakers: James Geshwiler (CommonAngels) and Peter Rosenblum (Foley Hoag LLP)
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Angel investors are high net worth individuals who invest their own money into seed stage startup companies, providing much-needed capital to bring new companies to market. Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with leading experts to explore the basics of angel investing, including three reasons to consider angel investing as part of your well-balanced portfolio: Make a difference: Angels leverage their expertise to help new businesses grow and succeed, changing the economic future of an entire region by investing in small startup companies that eventually employ dozens or hundreds of people. Angels often join the boards of their portfolio companies, using their experience and knowledge to directly impact the future of the company, and in turn, make their own investment more successful. Spend 60 minutes with us and you will walk away with a solid understanding of this exciting, game-changing investment class. |
Historically, angel investors and networks had limited engagement with venture capital firms. However, the early-stage investment ecosystem is changing: venture capital firms are investing at the earliest stages and angel investors are getting access to later-stage deals. The overlap between angel investors and venture investors will continue to increase, therefore, it’s imperative for angel investors to develop effective strategies to engage, co-invest, and build mutually beneficial relationships within the venture capital industry. Join us on Wednesday, July 28th at 12:00 pm ET to hear from experienced angel investors and venture capital investors on their strategies for engaging across the capital stack. |
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Companies led by diverse teams are proven to provide better returns. Although many investors implicitly understand this, their investments into Black-led companies are still paltry. Many investors lack the networks and access to find and invest in these founders. In honor of Black History Month, this webinar will discuss strategies and opportunities for angel investors to source and invest in high-growth potential companies led by Black founders. Speakers: |