Event Calendar

Emerging Business and Entrepreneur

Presented by the NVTC Emerging Business and Entrepreneur Committee

Date:
April 24, 2007

Time:
7:30 am Registration & Networking
8:00 - 9:30 am Program
Bootstrapping - Forget the Fancy Stuff … It's Basic Block and Tackle

At a time when commodity computing, open source software and viral marketing are making it easier than ever to fund a start-up on a credit card or a loan from a rich uncle, the decision to forgo venture capital is becoming more common. "Here come the bootstrappers!" They use their own funds and finesse to start businesses. They fund their growth through sales. They are resourceful in finding work, customers and advice. And they don't want venture money!

Our panel shared personal experiences and advice to help guide you through the processes relating to

  • Starting your own business
  • Seeking or not seeking venture funding
  • Business structuring
  • Creating a plan to help you accelerate your business
Panelists:
Jim Wolfe, CEO of J Street Consulting and Entrepreneur in Residence at the School of Management at George Mason University
Andy Forbes, "serial" entrepreneur and Owner of The Andy Forbes Files.com
Brandon Labman, entrepreneur and CEO of R.O.C.S. Staffing

Moderator:
Ian Mooers, Coordinator for Entrepreneurial and Business Development Programs at George Mason University

Silver Sponsors: Access National Bank; Aronson & Company; Grant Thornton LLP
Location Sponsor: Rainfield Group

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Location:
2070 Chain Bridge Road
Conference Center, Lower Level
Vienna, VA
Directions to 2070 Chain Bridge Road

Cost:
Member: No Charge
Non-Member: $ 70.00

Walk-in Prices:
Member: No Charge / Non-Member: $ 80.00

Walk-ins will be accepted on a space-available basis.

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