Lifecycle Financing: 2005
June 9, 2005
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Financing options for emerging technology companies are increasing. We would like to share our perspectives on the debt/equity markets and discuss the financing opportunities that are available. In particular, we will focus on the most appropriate forms of financing based on the company's stage of development. The panel will include virtually every type of financing available to growing companies. Take the opportunity to meet these financing resources and learn more about the financing options available in today's market. Topics will include:
- How to find and access debt/equity financing
- The current market for debt and equity financing
- Working capital management
- How to position your company to raise capital
- Examples of recent transactions by each of the speakers
- Criteria for qualifying for each type of financing
- Terms, Cost, Timetables
Moderator:
Pam Martinson, Partner, Bingham McCutchen
Panel:
Andrew Kahn, Managing Director, Partners for Growth
Chris Stedman, Division Manager, Silicon Valley Bank
David Ketsdever, CEO, SVB Alliant
John Pritchard, Managing Director, Vencore Solutions LLC
Kathy Ryan, COO, Macias & Ryan
Mike Guthrie, Director, Garnett & Helfrich Capital
Sean Lynden, Managing Director, Goldhill Venture Lending
Place:
Bingham McCutchen
1900 University Avenue, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Doors open: 6:00 p.m. for informal networking
Panel Discussion: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Registration Fee: $45 VC Task Force members, $55 Affiliates, $65 General
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VC Task Force was established in 2001 to create a variety of programs that provide information and insight on current strategic and tactical concerns of the venture capital community and the management of venture-backed companies. VC Task Force provides the venture capital community and their portfolio companies a forum for real-time information exchange and dialogue through panels, workshops, and roundtable meetings conducted by business/industry experts. We strive to identify and be responsive to the ongoing and changing needs of our members. The VC Task Force holds informational and networking events throughout the year to benefit its member community.
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