From the basics of how venture capital works to a detailed breakdown of the investing landscape in Northeast Ohio, this workshop is designed to help any founder thinking about equity-based fundraising, no matter what stage you are in.

You’ll hear directly from investors making deals in NEO, find out what they look for in a company and get a chance to learn more about their due-diligence processes.

What is venture capital?
Venture capital is capital invested, in exchange for equity, in a project in which there is a substantial element of risk, typically a new or expanding business. Companies receiving venture capital are usually in high growth technology industries such as biotech and software.