Winter 2009
Calling All Northwest Angels: Join AoA for the 2009 Angel Capital Association Regional Meeting
The national organization of angel investor groups, the Angel Capital Association, will convene its Northwest meeting in Seattle on February 24th. Accredited investors from throughout Washington and the surrounding region are invited to join host Alliance of Angels to discuss trends in angel investing and to participate in a special workshop offering tips for lead investors.
The morning session will feature a presentation by Sarah Dickey of ACA, who will share recent angel group statistics and current trends. Participants will also hear the latest news on regional investment programs, including updates from Bruce MacCormack, chair of Bellingham Angel Group, and David Verrill, founder of Boston Hub Angels and chair of the ACA Syndication Committee. The morning will conclude with a panel discussion, "Angel Investing in a Downturn," in which experienced angels, including Mike Crill, managing partner at Atlas Accelerator, and angel fund manager Basil Peters of the Vancouver and Bellingham angel groups, will offer their perspectives on the impact of the current economic climate on startup companies and investors.
The afternoon will be devoted to a lead investor clinic presented by Alliance of Angels' most active and experienced deal leads, including AoA program chair Dan Rosen and Geoff Entress, managing member of Rolling Bay Ventures. Participants in this interactive, case-based workshop will gain insights into syndicating a consortium of investors; due diligence; negotiating term sheets; and investment stewardship.
Members of ACA enjoy the full day of programs on February 24th and are also invited to attend an exclusive networking reception the evening of February 23rd for $125. Half-day registration for ACA members' choice of the February 24th morning or afternoon session only is $75.
Accredited investors who are not members of ACA may attend the full day of programs on February 24th for $175, or choose to attend either the morning or afternoon session for $100.
Don't miss the chance to connect with fellow angels and stay on top of best practices in early stage investing. Register today by calling Katy Tollefson at 206.389.7259.
Verdiem CEO Jeremy Jaech Takes the Helm at the TA, Welcomes Bill McAleer of Voyager Capital and WBBA President Chris Rivera
Experienced entrepreneur and technologist Jeremy Jaech began a two-year term as chair of the Technology Alliance board in January. Jaech, currently CEO of PC power management software developer Verdiem, is committed to working with our volunteers, partners and policy leaders to advance Washington's long-term competitiveness.
One of Jaech's first duties in his new role was to welcome the latest additions to the TA's roster of dedicated, visionary leaders: Bill McAleer, managing director at Voyager Capital, and Chris Rivera, president of the Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association.
Rising to the Challenge, Seizing the Opportunity: Technology Alliance Urges State Policy Leaders to Chart a Course for Long-term Economic Success
Wrestling with a multi-billion dollar deficit, policy makers in Washington State face a daunting task in crafting a budget for the next biennium.
While acknowledging that tough choices will have to be made, Technology Alliance leaders have made clear that our state must not sacrifice our future economic prosperity in its quest for a short-term fix.
Searching for Knowledge? Look No Further than the Science & Technology Discovery Series!
The Technology Alliance is pleased to welcome Brian Bershad, site director for Google's Seattle research and development office, on March 13th - the latest in a fascinating lineup of speakers featured at our breakfast program that brings you up close and personal with researchers from Washington's preeminent institutions and innovative companies.
Important Dates
- March 3
- Alliance of Angels 10 Minute Pitch Clinic
- 2:00 - 4:30 pm
- Seattle
- March 13
- Seattle Discovery Series: Brian Bershad, Google
- 7:30 – 9:00 am
- Seattle
- March 20
- Spokane Discovery Series: Suzanne Lindsey, Recodagen
- 7:30 - 9:00 am
- Spokane
- April 7
- Alliance of Angels 10 Minute Pitch Clinic
- 2:00 - 4:30 pm
- Seattle
- April 17
- Seattle Discovery Series: Peter Ward, University of Washington Department of Earth & Space Sciences
- 7:30 – 9:00 am
- Seattle
