This special event offers valuable perspectives from leading panelists on connecting the vital ecosystems of the Washington, D.C., Silicon Valley and Boston markets. Our panelists will discuss the techniques they used to generate customers, vendors, talent and funding both inside and outside their home region, and also provide crucial information on how you can leverage regional strengths to accelerate your company’s growth.
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Join us for our annual Startup Challenge. A panel of judges comprised of business executives as well as venture capitalists will evaluate 8 startups with a specific list of criteria; however, the winners will be chosen by you, the audience.
There's an interesting new trend we're seeing, as a number of startups are focusing their efforts on improving society in some way. Whether it's the core focus of their business or a byproduct, startups are making an effort to positively impact the world around us. Join this exciting group of startups as they discuss this trend and why they've chosed their own particular company missions.
This session is part of the New Ventures track at the DCWEEK Core Conference. A variety of speakers will give brief overviews of the various resources available for entrepreneurs across the region. Even if you're an experienced entrepreneur, you don't want to miss this as there will most certainly be some new options you didn't know about.
Getting funded may seem like an impossible task. Learn about your options, how to approach funding and ask the experts your biggest funding questions.
The most challenging time for a startup isn’t necessarily starting up - it’s getting to the next level. Listen to a panel of experienced entrepreneurs talk about the challenges and their solutions to getting beyond early-stage.
Join Andrew Ray, Stephanie Hay, Michelle Madhok and David Steinberg as they talk about what it took to get from being just an idea to a thriving business.