Fueling Startups
How to Build Your Network to Attract, Fund, Scale, & Succeed
Join us at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs on October 24 from 3-6 pm for an education and networking event focused on helping entrepreneurs. Serial startup pros from MN Cup and former 2016 winner of the MN Cup will share advice from their entrepreneurial journey – from tips to building your network to key challenges startups face to work-life balance. Plus, practical tips from SagePresence on communicating with investors and leading productive networking conversations.
Timeline:
2:45 | Check-In
3:00 | Tips from Two Serial Startup Pros
3:45 | Q+A
4:00 | Communicate with Clarity & Confidence
4:30 | Networking Reception
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Panelists
Scott Litman | MN CupÂ
Scott co-founded MN Cup and over the past 20+ years has been involved in building extremely successful businesses, from startups to successful exit events. Along the way, he has worked with companies in solving their marketing and technology challenges.
Ping Yeh | VOCxi Health
Ping co-founded VOCxi Health, after surviving cancer, where he now focuses on commercializing a breath sensor platform to support the needs of patients. He has helped builded a world-class team of interdisciplinary thinkers and creators focused on transforming medicine.
Allison Kaplan | Twin Cities Business | Moderator
Allison is editor-in-chief at Twin Cities Business magazine and can often be seen moderating events. Her ability to zero in on what matters to people, with advice and humor, has made her a sought after speaker.
PresentersÂ
Dean Hyers | SagePresence
Dean is a dynamic speaker and award-winning author of three books. He co-founded SagePresence to help professional service firms rise to the challenge of communicating differentiated value as they pitch their idea, develop business, and represent their company.
Ellen Ruiters | SagePresence
Ellen has helped domestic and international organizations raise over one billion dollars and bring those proven strategies and structures to her clients. Ellen’s unique first-hand experience in cross-cultural leadership has empowered diverse teams to articulate a common goal.
