CHAIR
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SPEAKER
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Dr. Jim Healy, MD, PhD, General Partner, Sofinnova Ventures
Scott Salka, CEO, Ambit Biosciences, Inc.
Timothy Wollaeger, Managing Director, Sanderling Ventures
Laura Shawver, PhD, President & CEO, Phenomix Corporation
Description
Committing time and money into a company is often like selecting someone to date. This panel of likable entrepreneurs will explore the really important aspect of courting a VC: developing that relationship.
Objectives:
Learn tips and techniques to make your company a more attractive "catch" for the investor.
Learn how to address the personal aspects of establishing relationships with venture capitalists.
Gain a deeper understanding of how to strengthen relationships with investors and pitfalls to avoid.