If you plan to raise money in the coming year, come to this all-day workshop to learn what it takes to be investor ready. (And yes, it is quite possible for Oregon startups to raise money - but it takes the right preparation!)

Our presenters will include Steve Morris, Executive Director of OTBC, and Dennis Powers, Chair of OEN's Portland Angel Network. Dennis and Steve have helped a number of Portland-area startups close investment funding. And to give you an extra advantage, you'll meet a number of local investors.

We'll review the preparation required to get serious attention from investors, and significantly increase your odds of obtaining investor funding. At the end of the day, you will understand how to:

• Verify that your business concept can provide a sufficient return for angel or venture capital investors
  
• Validate your market - be sure you're building something people want
  
• Validate your pricing - if you build it, will they pay for it?
  
• Develop financial projections
  
• Protect your intellectual property
  
• Reduce the market, technology, finance and team risk to present a strong investment opportunity
  
• Develop a concise, compelling elevator pitch
  

And thanks to sponsor Credit Suisse, we'll wrap up with a reception where you'll have more chances to mingle with Portland area investors.

Increase your odds of getting funded. Join us on June 2 to learn how to get investor ready.

When: Tuesday, June 2, 2009 from 8am to 5:30pm followed by a reception with investors
Where: OTBC, 12725 SW Milikan Way, 3rd floor Training Room Directions
Cost: $75

Event Sponsors
Credit Suisse
Oregon Entrepreneur Networks
Davis Wright Tremaine