Market Opportunities and Investing Trends for the Internet of Things (IoT) . Is this the next evolution of the Internet?

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This event is colocated with the two day conference INTERNET OF THINGS WORLD. on June 17-18 in Palo Alto This program is produced by Angel Launch and takes place the night before as a kickoff party for all attendees; but is also open to those not attending the summit. If you purchase a ticket to this event but decide to attend the summit, we will fully refund your money for this program since its included in the summit ticket.

Understand how to attract investors and develop business strategies to become successful, and tap into emerging markets for IoT. What are new trends and how can you take advantage of business opportunities:
•What are critical factors to assess and build valuation for startups in this market?
•How can Fortune 500 companies form partnerships with startups and investors to identify new areas for R and D?
•What are strategies to identify and pitch angels and secure funding?

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ABOUT INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT)

Last year over 150 IoT companies raised more than $1 billion in early-stage capital and the market is growing. IoT refers to technologies that connect to the Internet and to each other through sensors, wireless networks as well as other “machine to machine” methods. Their are two key markets: consumer and commercial. Examples of consumer products and hardware are Fitbit, August, Pebble and Nest. On the other end of the spectrum, the commercial opportunities connects assets to software to increase the efficiency of every industry.

Software on the Internet connects servers to physical objects such as cars, appliances, machines, devices, component. The smart phone is used by consumers to connect and control these devices. This creates new opportunities for hardware manufacturing and software design.

Here are some examples we will address;
•Home Automation & Energy Management Controlling energy, security and other basic functions in homes or commercial spaces. Smart grid and smart cities'
•Automotive and Connected Cars
Connecting software and hardware in the car thru a wireless network
Transportation

•Networks, Wearables, Sensors & Platforms – Provide network, sensor and/or platform-based systems for a variety of applications. Sensor driven thermostats or sensors that track how you sleep or eat.
•Healthcare and Patient Monitoring
Remote patient monitoring or machine-to-machine products for the healthcare industry, for use by physicians, patients, or home health providers. •Monitoring and Tracking
Monitor and track different objects and goods.
•Quantified Self Tools to monitor your body, exercise, habits, medical conditons, or biological functions.
•Network Data and Security
Security on Data
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SCHEDULE 4pm-9pm

4:00-4:30 Registration

4:30-5:00 Analyst Perspective on Market Opportunities

5:00-6:45 Investor Panel followed by startup pitches
Hear panel of angels, investors, VCs, and corporate investors discuss market opportunities.
This panel is followed by startups giving 5 minutes pitch with comments from judges.

6:45-9:00 Networking, Demo tables, Kickoff Party for Summit
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Who Should Attend: Startups, tech, investors, consumer electronics, enterprise, web development, chip design,venture capitalists, angels, small business owners, media and entertainment professionals, retail owners, entrepreneurs, mobile, Internet, digital media, startups, service providers, legal, financial services. STARTUPS Register to Pitch (THESE SPOTS SELL OUT QUICKLY)
For this event, startups must be relevant to the Internet of Things categories. If you are not sure, send us an email. [masked]
Startups can register to pitch for 3 to 5 minutes on relevant session; followed by 2 to 4 minutes comments from judges. The judges evaluate the pitches and investment prospects for the company. Each session consists of a one hour panel by investors and startups, and 50 minutes of venture pitch presentations for 3-5 minutes each. In order to pitch, register for DEMO PITCH item above.

INVESTORS OR TECH EXPERTS APPLY TO SPEAK:
Investors, Startups, Corporate Execs can apply to speak on our panels. We are seeking investors, angels, VCs, strategic investors and successful entrepreneurs for a panel discussion. Send email with bio and areas of expertise to [masked].

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HOST A DEMO EXHIBITOR TABLE OR SPONSOR $95 Host a demo table during networking to meet investors; customers, and partners. Includes Wifi and electrical outlet Purchase on links above. Demo tables offered from 6-9pm Who should demo: Startups, tech solution providers for products, services or applications such as: consumer electronics, software, computers, hardware, eCommerce, payment and billing solutions, recruiters, outsourcing, legal, apps, digital media, devices, digital asset management, 3D, mobile, cameras, video, equipment, hardware, software, services, applications, editing, web services, broadband applications, devices, games, research firms, and professional service providers.

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Refund Policy: We do not issue refunds, but tickets may be used by others or used as credit for the amount you paid to a future event.

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