2006 Bend Venture Conference to Award $100,000 Grand Prize to Top Presenter
August 22, 2006-BEND, OR- The 2006 Bend Venture Conference will host selected regional companies eager to present their ideas to a panel of angel investors. The business that provides the most compelling pitch stands to win a $100,000 grand prize. This is the first ever grand prize of its kind to be offered by BVC.
“This investment fund is going to be an incredible bonus for the winning company,” states Dan Hobin, BVC board member. “We’re excited to be able to offer an award of this magnitude.”
Companies from both the 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 who are not chosen to present will still gain access to investors through one complimentary conference registration as well as a brief company bio in the conference program.
In its third year, this outstanding event continues to provide investors and business leaders a unique forum to learn about emerging investment opportunities. As in past years, the event enjoys the continued support of the Oregon Entrepreneurs Forum and Economic Development for Central Oregon. This conference will be held Friday, October 20th from 8:30am to 4:30pm at the Tower Theater, located in downtown Bend.
For more information and to register to attend, visit the Bend Venture Conference website at www.bendvc.com. Early registration fees are only $149 through September 15th. Registration includes a continental breakfast, lunch and post-conference reception. Companies and entrepreneurs interested in applying to present may reference the website or send email to presenters@bendvc.com. The application deadline for presenting companies is September 15, 2006.
