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Summerfest Networking and Pitch Extravaganza
June 12, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Come join us in Tysons Corner, VA for a CONNECTpreneur Forum Event like you've never seen before! Space is very limited at this venue, and we expect another Sold Out crowd, so there will be no on-site registration. All attendees must be pre-registered.
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Winning Strategies for Raising Money in a Brutal Market
June 20, 2025 | 11:30AM - 12:30PM
In today’s fast-moving investment landscape, raising capital is more competitive than ever. Whether you're preparing for your first seed round or scaling toward Series A, this session will arm you with the knowledge, credibility, and confidence to raise capital effectively — and close with conviction.
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Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking
June 26, 2025 | 11:00AM - 12:30PM
Our popular Virtual Rocket Pitch event returns in June! Whether you’re looking to pitch or expand your network, this dynamic event offers the perfect platform to engage with investors and industry leaders.
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Secrets to Unlocking IP Value for Founders and Investors
June 27, 2025 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Join a select group of ambitious founders and savvy investors for a high-impact master class designed to give you an insider edge. This is a deep dive into the real-world IP tactics used by high-performing startups—what to pursue, what to avoid, and how to wield IP as both a defensive shield and a growth engine.
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Saltenna Private In-Person Investor Dinners
June 5, 2025 | 5:30 pm PDT
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Saltenna's technology enables wireless connectivity under water, through ice, and inside tunnels and buildings. The company has already secured $7 million with government customers and is gaining huge traction with Fortune 100 companies.
| | | Intrommune Private In-Person Investor Dinners | | Intrommune’s core technology enables immunotherapeutic agents to be delivered in a specially formulated toothpaste designed to incorporate and stabilize allergenic proteins, representing a new therapeutic approach for the treatment of peanut and other food allergies. | | |
June 23, 2025 | 5:30 pm PDT
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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June 24, 2025 | 5:30 pm PDT
Location: San Francisco, CA
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Life Sciences Investor Reception
June 16, 2025 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Start your BIO Week with the best networking opportunity connecting healthcare and life sciences investors with leading biotech and life sciences entrepreneurs.
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CONNECTails: Cool Rooftop Summer Networking for Entrepreneurs & Investors
July 22, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
CONNECTails is where our community comes together to meet, greet, learn about new opportunities, network, imbibe, and relax in a lively professional atmosphere.
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Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking
July 31, 2025 | 11:00AM - 12:30PM
Our popular Virtual Rocket Pitch event returns in July! Whether you’re looking to pitch or expand your network, this dynamic event offers the perfect platform to engage with investors and industry leaders.
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CONNECTpreneur is proud to co-host The Silicon Valley Investor Conference, a 1-day in-person and live webinar conference co-hosted by the Marketing Completion Fund and Medtech Investing Forum.
Join 500+ investors and founders for an exclusive, one-day gathering showcasing cutting-edge investment opportunities across sectors like AI Agentic, Biohacking, Consumer Products, Longevity, Medtech, Space, Sustainability, and Tech.
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Be at the forefront of national innovation at AFCEA's TechNet Emergence on July 15 and 16 in Reston, VA! This event is your gateway to the technologies shaping the future of defense, intelligence and homeland security. Connect directly with key leaders representing each of the focus areas before, during and after keynotes and panel presentations.
Register via the event website to learn more about TechNet Emergence. Sponsorships are also available.
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List your Awesome Opportunity on our Website
We have a Listing Page on our website featuring companies that are currently raising. Check it out below!
Interested in being listed? Contact Skylar Rallison:
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Want to PRESENT or SPONSOR at one of our In-Person or Virtual Events?
We’re always looking for dynamic speakers and sponsors to partner with. If you’re interested in showcasing your company or event, we’d love to hear from you!
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Call for Ambassadors!
Do you want to be a community ambassador? Help us spread the word about our events and initiatives, and get exclusive perks in return.
Interested?
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If you’re working on a major fundraising round, our Private Investor Platform can help connect you with the right investors.
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Stay CONNECTed!💡
As always, thank you for being part of our community. We’re looking forward to seeing you at our upcoming events in 2025, and to all the exciting opportunities this year will bring. Let’s make it a fantastic year together!
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