The Elevator Pitch Roundtable April 2, 2008

The VC Taskforce Elevator Pitch Roundtable is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to network with investors and other CXOs, present their company and idea, and hear first-hand what it takes to raise early-stage capital in 2008. Each of our events has consistently drawn an excellent entrepreneur-to-investor ratio.

If you are an entrepreneur in a startup and currently seeking capital, come prepared with your best 60-second elevator pitch.

If you are an investor come and listen to entrepreneurs' pitches. You never know where you'll find your next deal. Find out how our panel of investors rate the entrepreneurs' pitches; which VCs pass and for what reasons; and, which entrepreneurs other VCs want to talk to ASAP. Please let us know if you would like to participate on one of our Elevator Pitch Roundtable panels or Workshop panels.

During the evening, a select number of entrepreneurs will present their pitch to the entire room. Our distinguished panel of early stage investors will ask questions and provide brief feedback. Please note that pitching time limits will be strictly enforced!

Our lively panel discussion and Q&A will also provide critical insight into what it takes to raise capital today.

Moderator: Ron Weissman, Venture Partner, Apax Partners

Panelists:
Gary Benton, Partner, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman
Satya Patel, Investment Professional, Battery Ventures
Stephen Bernardez, Principal, Onset Ventures
Larry Marcus, Managing Director, Walden Venture Capital

If you wish to give your pitch, please register and then email Rich Weingart, Partner, Sweet & Baker Insurance Brokers, Direct Phone (415) 512-2122, who will provide you with further instructions and advice.

Elevator Pitch Roundtable Chair: Steve Bengston, Director, PricewaterhouseCoopers

If you have any questions please contact
Rich Weingart, Partner, Sweet & Baker Insurance Brokers, Direct Phone (415) 512-2122

$35 VC Taskforce, $45 Non-Taskforce member.

Official Website: http://www.VCTaskForce.com