2007 Bend Venture Conference to Award $100,000 Investment to Top Company
July 18, 2007-BEND, OR- For the second year in a row, the BVC Investor LLC will award an investment of at least $100,000 to one early stage business that delivers the most compelling business opportunity at this year’s event.
Four companies, selected by the BVC committee, and one wild card company winner selected by conference attendees, will pitch their entrepreneurial visions to an audience of angel investors and venture firms.
“We’re thrilled to bring back this amazing opportunity,” states Bruce Juhola, BVC board member. “Last year’s $100,000 winner [Ed Boyle, MD, CEO, PleuraFlow] received great benefit from the additional investment toward his company.”
Regional companies, from both high-technology and low-technology business sectors seeking funding and partnerships, will gain direct exposure and feedback from an expert panel of seed and early stage venture investors willing to share their insight into key elements that lead to successful funding. Those not chosen to present will still gain access to investors through one complimentary conference registration as well as a brief company bio in the event program.
This fourth annual event continues to provide investors and business leaders a unique forum to learn about emerging investment opportunities. The conference will be held Friday, October 19 from 8:30am to 4:30pm at the Tower Theater, located in downtown Bend.
Companies and entrepreneurs interested in applying to present may reference the website at www.bendvc.com. The application deadline for presenting companies is September 14, 2007.
For more information and to register as an attendee, visit the Bend Venture Conference website at www.bendvc.com. Early registration fees are only $149 (a $50 dollar savings) through September 14. Registration includes a continental breakfast, lunch and post-conference networking reception.
