Special Events

I2I OTC Seminar Series – Preparing for Pre-Seed: How to Attract Early-Stage Investors

Name: I2I OTC Seminar Series – Preparing for Pre-Seed: How to Attract Early-Stage Investors
Start: 2024-11-20T12:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-20T13:15:00-05:00
Location: Warwick Evans Conference Room – Georgetown University Medical Center – Building D4000 Reservoir Road Northwest Washington, DC 20007

Join us for an informative seminar designed specifically for researchers, inventors, and graduate students who are looking to successfully attract early-stage investors for their entrepreneurial projects.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers while gaining insights into the pre-seed funding landscape, including investor expectations and effective strategies for securing investment.

The seminar will feature Lydia McClure, CEO of Research Bridge Partners, as the keynote speaker. Dr. McClure brings a wealth of experience in academic innovation and investment, having previously led initiatives at the National Science Foundation.

Participants can expect to learn essential practices for preparing for pre-seed funding and how to position their innovations attractively to potential investors.
This event is open to Georgetown-affiliated members and individuals from universities in the DMV area who are eager to explore how their research can translate into real-world impact through entrepreneurship.

Lunch will be provided. Participation is free, but registration is required.