Reflections on a Game-Changing Discussion at DC Startup & Tech Week (Formerly DC Startup Week)! Last week, Outpost Ventures hosted a roundtable on "The Future of U.S. Economic Strategy: Pros and Cons of Establishing a Sovereign Wealth Fund". The roundtable was comprised of some of the brightest minds in finance, policy, and tech innovation, where we took a deep dive into the potential and challenges of creating a U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund (#SWF). Here's what we explored: 🔹 Opportunities for Future Generations: How an SWF could support future economic growth and innovation. 🔹 Public Finance Perspectives: Balancing risks and rewards in adopting a new strategy for national wealth. 🔹 Impact on Tech Innovation: How strategic investment can drive sustainable tech development. We’d like to thank everyone again who contributed their insights and expertise. This discussion could truly shape the future of U.S. economic strategy, and we’re thrilled to see where it takes us. If you’re interested in connecting or continuing the dialogue, let’s keep the momentum going—reach out to Dave Harden at dave@outpostventures.com. And a huge shoutout to Seema Alexander at #DCStartUpWeek #SovereignWealthFund #InvestmentStrategy #PublicFinance #TechInnovation #EconomicDevelopment #RoundTableRecap #FinanceCommunity #Networking
Outpost Ventures
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Do good, make money.™ | We fund big ideas that change our nation for the good.
About us
Outpost Ventures is a deep technology investor that grows our nation’s most innovative dual-use defense tech companies. OV capitalizes on the capital structure tailwinds resulting from the Government’s grant-and-matching program for defense companies. Our distinct approach, existing deal flow, and reputation for executing complex private and government-backed transactions make us uniquely positioned to capitalize on these market opportunities. OV works closely with The Outpost, a dual-use, deep tech accelerator specializing in advancing next-generation technology companies at the intersection of national security and commercialization. Learn more about The Outpost at https://theoutpost.cloud.
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outpostventures.com
External link for Outpost Ventures
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- Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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- 2-10 employees
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Employees at Outpost Ventures
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Ben Strub, CFA
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Marti Golon
Creative Director at The Outpost, Outpost Ventures, and ScaleWolf. SBIR/STTR & Creative Acquisition Expert
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Jonathan Frank
Investor Development Rep @ Outpost Ventures || Strategic Partnership Representative @ The Outpost
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Ella Rose Harden
Student at University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business
Updates
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Hey DC Economists, Investors, Policymakers, Financial Experts, Thought Leaders and Academia! DC Startup & Tech Week (Formerly DC Startup Week) is right around the corner, and this is your chance to be part of an extraordinary roundtable event on: The Future of U.S. Economic Strategy: Pros and Cons of Establishing a Sovereign Wealth Fund! Outpost Ventures - a U.S.-based investment firm specializing in early-stage and growth-stage startups in the technology sector - is hosting an exclusive roundtable during the DC Startup & Tech Week—a space known for gathering the industry’s best innovators, disruptors, and game-changers to share their insights and make meaningful connections. If you’ve got the expertise to have an impactful discussion on whether the United States should establish a sovereign wealth fund (SWF), apply now to claim your chance to be seated at the roundtable. But heads up—spots are limited and require approval! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to network and shape the future of tech. Event Details: Date: Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 Time: 10-11:00 AM Location: International Square Conference Center (BOARD ROOM)- take the elevator down Address: 1875 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006 If you are interested and qualified to contribute to this conversation, register here: lu.ma/qw0gw9pf #DCStartupTechWeek #OutpostVentures #SovereignWealthFund #TechInnovation #EconomicStrategy #StartupCommunity #RoundTableEvent #SWFDiscussion #EarlyStageInvesting #GrowthStageStartups #TechLeaders #Innovators #Disruptors #FutureOfTech #NetworkingOpportunity
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Welcome to Outpost Ventures Summer Interns! Ella Rose Harden is a rising Freshman at University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business studying Finance. As a Venture Capital Analyst Intern at Outpost Ventures, Ella Rose engages in due diligence prep for companies the firm is looking to potentially invest in, facilitating industry research, and collaborating with pipeline companies that qualify for dual use tech investment. We look forward to Ella Rose's contributions and can't wait to see the amazing things she will accomplish here at Outpost Ventures. Here's to a summer of learning, growth, and success! #FinanceFuture #USCDarlaMoore #VentureCapital #AnalystIntern #OutpostVentures #IndustryResearch #DualUseTech #RisingFreshman #BusinessStudent #FinanceMajor #InternshipExperience #InvestmentResearch #TechInvestment #StudentSuccess