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Real Talk from Real VC’s

February 15, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Join us for a candid fireside chat on venture capital and its role in supporting and growing innovative startups.

Real Talk from Real VC’s

Our panel of experienced venture capitalists will candidly share their insights on the current state of the industry, what they look for in potential investments, and how they work with founders to help their companies succeed.

Topics include:

  • What VC’s wish founders knew
  • Why venture capital may not be right for you
  • Is your idea venture fundable
  • Who will likely get funded, who doesn’t, and why
  • How not to pitch a VC
  • How to become a venture capitalist

Panelists include:

Lenny Saizan, Managing Partner, Urban Capital Network – Moderator

Zachary Ellis, Jr., CEO and Managing Director, South Loop Ventures

Pilar Johnson, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Deput Capital

Jason Norman, Partner, Concrete Rose

BlackStreet is a month-long series of Black History Month events in the Ion District to celebrate and spotlight the contributions of Black innovators.

Parking Instructions

Visitor Parking Lot: Enter 4200 Fannin Street into your GPS for directions directly to the visitor parking lot, located in front of The Ion building.

Overflow Parking Instructions:
Enter 4203 Fannin Street into your GPS for directions directly to this parking lot, located across the street from The Ion building.

Details

Date:
February 15, 2023
Time:
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-talk-from-real-vcs-registration-520525123657

Venue

The Ion
4201 Main Street
Houston, TX 77002 United States

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