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SUMMARY:The Founder's Checklist for Early-Stage Financing
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of the 20Fathoms Access to Capital event series.\n\n\nBefore launching the next financing round for your startup\, make sure you have your bases covered in this lunch-and-learn presented by business law attorney\, Matthew Bower. We’ll be covering important considerations that help ensure a smooth closing\, how to vet and disclose material information to investors\, and what you need to know about “finders” who can introduce you to investors. \nThis event is hosted by 20Fathoms in partnership with Varnum.  \nEvent format:\nThis is an in-person event and lunch will be provided. There is no charge to attend.  \nSpace is limited. Please register.  \nWho should attend:\nFounders and startup leadership team members \nYou will learn:\n\nThe founder’s checklist for early-stage financing rounds \nYour disclosure obligations to your investors \nHow to use “finders” to find capital\n\nAbout the presenter:\nMatthew Bower is a Business Law Attorney at Varnum. He serves as outside general counsel to emerging and middle market companies\, particularly in the tech industry.  \nMatt advises emerging companies on capital fundraising\, including SAFE financing\, convertible debt\, preferred equity financing\, as well as securities law compliance. He works closely with companies from cradle (formation and organization) to liquidity (sale or merger) and all stages of development in between. Matt’s experience in the early-stage capital markets includes fund representation\, fund formation and investments. He also works with middle market companies on general internal corporation matters including shareholder agreements\, corporate governance\, equity incentive plans\, investor relations\, general contract matters and other day-to-day business transactions. \nMatt also has extensive experience in a broad range of intellectual property matters particularly protection and commercialization\, including development\, licensing\, and SaaS agreements. \nMatt is a member of Varnum’s Business and Corporate Practice Team\, and participates in the Intellectual Property\, the Data Privacy and Cybersecurity\, and the Venture Capital and Emerging Companies practice teams. He is also the lead partner of the firm’s Ann Arbor office. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/the-founders-checklist-for-early-stage-financing-2/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 East Traverse Highway\, #Ste 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lean Methodologies and Practices
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of the series\, “Building Value for Your Business\,” presented by 20Fathoms and Breneman Advisors\n\n\nIn this event\, learn how to apply Lean methodologies and practices in your business to build value\, foster innovation\, and create agility.  This session will outline practical applications for transforming your business. It is the first in a series of events about building value for your business.  \nThis event is hosted by 20Fathoms in partnership with Breneman Advisors. \nEvent format:\nThis is an in-person event and there is no charge to attend.  \nSpace is limited. Please register.  \nWho should attend:\nBusiness owners\, idea-stage entrepreneurs\, and early-stage entrepreneurs \nYou will learn:\n\nThe fundamentals of Lean\nHow Lean can transform your business and build value\nHow Lean fosters innovation and agility\n\nAbout the presenter:\nDr. Patricia Malone is a CPA\, CMA\, and Certified Professional Facilitator. She works primarily with organizations and individuals to help them reach their highest potential through the practices of organization development\, strategy facilitation\, leadership\, and operational excellence.  \nDr. Malone has served as CFO\, COO\, and SR Transformation leader in both small and large private equity and publicly held organizations and has worked with teams all over the world to develop strategy\, streamline and manage business processes\, facilitate\, and implement lean projects\, and create and drive operational excellence programs. Her dissertation research was focused on developing a theory and emergent framework for creating strategic capacity\, which is defined as the ability of an organization or individual to obtain its vision\, mission\, and goals. To that end\, she helps individuals and organizations create purpose and meaningful results for positive change.  \nShe earned a Doctorate in Business (DBA) from Lawrence Technological Institute\, an MBA in Finance and Marketing from The Ohio State University\, and a BA in Accounting and Finance from Wright State University. In her free time\, she adventures with her husband of 25 years and her two children\, bikes\, meditates\, gardens\, and hikes. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives.
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SUMMARY:TC Women in Tech Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Women in Tech Meetup at Earthen Ales\n\n\nWomen in Tech is a Northern Michigan social group hosted by 20Fathoms for those working in or interested in the tech industry or tech-related roles.  \n\nBuilding local connections\, professional growth\, and supporting women entering and advancing in technology careers\nInformal meet-up\nOpportunity to discuss additional programming needs\nRegistration requested to ensure ample seating\, but walk-ins are always welcome\n\nJoin us for a fun evening!  Questions? Drop us a line at gretchen@20fathoms.org
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/tc-women-in-tech-meetup-11/
LOCATION:Earthen Ales\, 1371 Gray Drive\, ##200\, ##200\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
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SUMMARY:20Fathoms Open House
DESCRIPTION:Connect at 20Fathoms\n\n\nYou’re invited to visit\, network\, and connect at our monthly 20Fathoms open houses. \nIf this will be your first time visiting 20Fathoms\, our team will be happy to give you a tour and answer your questions about our programs and coworking space. \nOur open houses are also a great networking opportunity for friends new and old.  \nWe’ll have beer from Earthen Ales\, wine from Rove Estate\, and sparkling water.  \nStop in and enjoy great conversation with Traverse City’s innovators\, meet some new people\, and learn what’s new. We can’t wait to see you!
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/20fathoms-open-house-6/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 East Traverse Highway\, #Ste 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
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