Register Now for BVC 2008
Celebrating its fifth year, Bend Venture Conference has established itself as the major regional event connecting seed and early stage companies with investment opportunities. The annual conference attracts nearly 300 entrepreneurs, investors and service providers and gives attendees the opportunity to network with the best of the Northwest.
Rich Karlgaard, Keynote Speaker
This year’s keynote speaker is Rich Karlgaard, publisher of Forbes, the magazine’s “Digital Rules” columnist, entrepreneur, and author of The Wall Street Journal best seller, Life 2.0 – How People Across America Are Transforming Their Lives by Finding the Where of Their Happiness. Before joining Forbes, Mr. Karlgaard cofounded the 5,000 member non-profit Churchill Club, Silicon Valley’s premier business and technology forum. He also started two magazines and sits on several boards. Mr. Karlgaard is a graduate of Stanford University with a B.A. in political science.
BVC 2008 highlights include:
• Pre-conference networking reception• Keynote speaker and presentations by top industry executives
• Early stage company presentations
• Distinguished and experienced venture investor panel
• Closing reception
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Calling for Companies
Companies seeking seed or early stage funding are encouraged to apply to present at BVC 2008. Applications are due no later than September 12.Click here for details.

