Pismo Ventures

Pismo Ventures is hosting its Global Startup Symposium, a virtual pitch event from December 9-12. Startups at pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages can connect with investors, angels, VCs, and family offices worldwide. This event offers networking opportunities for startups and investors actively seeking partnerships. Sign up early to participate! JJ Richa https://lnkd.in/gzMeuEjF

The Global Startup Symposium is in less than 6 weeks. We have some great companies lined up and more than 85 investors already registered. A 4-Day Online Only Virtual Conference Attracting Startups and Investors from all over the Globe - December 9, 10, 11, & 12, 2024 - For Startups at the Stages of Pre-Seed, Seed and Series A - Life Science, AI/ML, DeepTech, & All Other Technologies. Startups, register today and don't miss out on a great opportunity to present, connect & get funded. Many of the companies that participated previously were able to raise funding due to the exposure they received. Our 50% off sponsored promotion is still going! You may want to grab a ticket. https://lnkd.in/g6kzt4xU Investors, register today for great source of deal flow and connect with innovative and disruptive companies. https://lnkd.in/g6kzt4xU Thank you again to everyone who has made this event successful including the Pismo Ventures' team, our sponsors and huge network of investors including but not limited the following: Quan Nguyen | NGUYEN TARBET IP Law | David Friedman | TCA Venture Group | TCA Venture Group Orange County | Amy Wood | Pepperdine Graziadio Business School | Brian Mac Mahon | Expert Dojo | Anshuman Sinha | Startup Steroid - Deal Flow | SPVs | Demo Day Platform | TiE SoCal Angels | Jerry Heikens | Ashish Saboo | Xandra Laskowski | OSEA Angel Investors | Kelly O’Connell | 360 Venture Collective | Golden Seeds | Band of Angels | 37 Angels | Charla Triplett | Min-Yi Shih | Faisal Mushtaq | TechCon SoCal | Max Shapiro | PeopleConnect Staffing | Dr. Paul M. Wendee | Ray Chan | Scott Fox 🦊 | Orange County OC Startup Council | Amy Duncan | Amy Wu | Benton Moore | NuFund Venture Group | Brenda A. McCabe, MBA | Laurel Mintz | Doron York | Jay Goth | June W Choi #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Founders #Angels #Investors #VentureCapital #TechLeadership #CommunityBuilder #FamilyOffices #PitchEvent #InvestorConference #StartupConference #PitchCompetition #Connect #Partners #Disrupt #Innovate #LifeScience #AI #ML #DeepTech #ClimateTech #Cybersecurity #Web3 #Blockchain #InnovativeLeadership #Networking #BusinessGrowth #Partner #BookAppointment #BookMeetings #Chat #Opportunities #DealFlow   

🌟 Meet the Power Selection Committee ! 🌟 We’re thrilled to introduce the expert selection committee for the Startup Innovation Showcase at TechCon SoCal 2025! These leaders are here to discover and elevate the most innovative startups of the future: ✨ Ashok Kamal – Executive Director & Co-Fund Manager, NuFund Venture Group ✨ JJ Richa – CEO, Pismo Ventures ✨ Misti Cain – Investment Manager, Techstars ✨ Neal Bloom – Managing Partner, Interlock Capital ✨ Jordan Wahbeh – Managing Partner & Executive Director, Silicon Valley Ventures With years of expertise in venture capital, startup growth, and investment management, this panel is ready to shape the next generation of tech startups. Their insights will be key in identifying the most promising ideas and businesses at TechCon SoCal! Don’t miss your chance to witness the future of innovation in San Diego, January 17-18, 2025. This is where bold ideas meet opportunity! 🚀🌟 Register now 👉 www.techconsocal.com Watch our teaser video to see what’s in store at TechCon SoCal 2025! https://lnkd.in/d9WqxpY2 Leah Price Williams Serhat Pala Neal Bloom  Sufyan Subzwari Jonah Peake 🐺 NuFund Venture Group Startup Steroid - Deal Flow | SPVs | Demo Day Platform Interlock Capital OPEN Silicon Valley Orange County OC Startup Council SDSU College of Sciences Cross Ocean Ventures Spark Growth Ventures Startup Steroid - Deal Flow | SPVs | Demo Day Platform Anshuman Sinha Stephen Flaim, Ph.D., FACC, FAHA Jeff Draa #TechConSoCal2025 #TechConSoCal #IndustryExperts #TechConference #InnovationSummit #TechTalks #Innovation #Technology #Networking #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalHealth #Robotics #startups #vc #SandDiegoStartup #Founders #ConsumerTech

🎃👻 Join Us for a Spooktacular Startup Event! 👻🎃 Calling all #healthcare & #lifescience founders! This Halloween, #catalyzeclub invites you to a fang-tastic free event designed to help you sharpen your #pitch and refine your decks. Whether you're looking to impress investors or simply want constructive feedback, this is the perfect opportunity to turn your pitch from spooky to spectacular! RSVP today and let’s make this Halloween frightfully productive. 🎃💡 📅 Date: October 31st 🕒 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 📍 Location: Online 🔗 https://lu.ma/caa84il1 #StartupSuccess #PitchPerfect #HalloweenEvent #Entrepreneurship Blink Ventures Pismo Ventures JJ Richa

🚀 Join Us for an Essential Online Event: Navigating FDA Regulations for MedTech Entrepreneurs! 🚀 🛣️ Are you a startup founder in the #medtech industry looking to better understand the intricate world of #FDA regulations? 🌟 Join us as we host Kristen Mittal, RAC, PMP from Mittal Consulting for an enlightening online event where you will gain invaluable insights and practical tips to successfully navigate the medical device regulatory landscape. Don't miss this opportunity to empower your startup with the knowledge you need to thrive! 🗓️ Date: Oct 30th, 2024 ⏰ Time: 12pm PST 📍 Location: Online 🔗 Register: https://lu.ma/jj27w427 Secure your spot today! #MedTech #FDARegulations #Startups #Entrepreneurship #MedicalDevices JJ Richa Mridul Mittal Pismo Ventures Blink Ventures

🌟 Attention #LifeSciences and #Healthcare startup founders - there is still time to join us Thursday at 10am PST! 🌟 Navigating the complexities of building your dream company can be challenging, especially when it comes to #hiring, #equity distribution, and #governance. If you're pondering when to bring on new talent, how to structure equity and compensation for advisors, or the distinctions between an advisory board and a board of directors, you're not alone. These decisions can significantly impact your startup's trajectory. 🗓️ Join the conversation tomorrow with with JJ Richa and I as we share insights and strategies for success. 🚀 #StartupSuccess #Entrepreneurship #Leadership 📅 Date: 10/17/24 🕒 Time: 10 am PST 🌐 Venue: Online - https://lu.ma/4qx6sxkb Register here! #LifeSciences #HealthcareStartups #TeamBuilding #AdvisoryBoards

🚀 Join Our Exclusive Session: Building a Winning Team and Advisory Board! Are you an early stage #lifescience or #healthcare startup founder looking to fundraise? Having a strong team and advisory board can make all the difference as you raise your next round. Learn how to empower your startup with the right team and advisory board to achieve your vision. We look forward to seeing you there! 🤝 📅 Date: October 17th, 2024 🕒 Time: 10am PST 📍 Location: Online 🔗 Register now: https://lu.ma/4qx6sxkb JJ Richa Pismo Ventures Blink Ventures #HealthcareInnovation #StartupSuccess #TeamBuilding #AdvisoryBoard

Join us next week for #catalyzeclub open office hours where the topic is building a team and advisory board. This is a great workshop for early stage #lifescience and #healthcare startups! JJ Richa and I will be there to answer all your burning questions! Be sure to click the event link to register and get the zoom link. Learn: 💡How to define Co-founder Roles and Responsibilities 💡When to hire vs. using outside contractors 💡When to bring in an outside CEO 💡How do you find the right advisors and compensate them 💡What roles lend themselves to fractional positions 💡Difference between an advisory board and a board of directors

End the Year with a Bang by Attending the Global Startup Symposium by Pismo Ventures. Event Dates: December 9, 10, 11, & 12, 2024 Target: Startups at the Stages of Pre-Seed, Seed and Series A Sectors: Life Science, AI/ML, DeepTech, & All Other Technologies We invite you to this year's 6th annual Global Startup Symposium as it takes on a new shape. Many of the companies that participated in the Startup Symposium events were able to raise funding due to the exposure they received. As with our previous successful events, the Global Start Symposium provides startups at the stages of pre-seed, seed and series A with a unique opportunity to connect, network, and engage with investors, angels, venture capital firms and family offices from all over the world actively looking for investment opportunities in companies that fit their investment thesis and needs. As has been the case with all Pismo Ventures events and Startup Symposiums, tickets and registrations go very quickly. If you are interested in presenting, register as soon as possible since we have limited spots for companies to present. Yes, limited spots because time is always of the essence. Startups and Investors Register Here: https://lnkd.in/g6kzt4xU Thank you to our sponsors and partners: Quan Nguyen at NTIP We welcome and appreciate the support of our investor community TCA Venture Group, TCA Venture Group Orange County, TCA Los Angeles, TiE SoCal, Okapi Venture Capital, MEDA Angels, Pasadena Angels, Expert Dojo, Cove Fund, NuFund Venture Group, David Friedman, Anshuman Sinha, Ashish Saboo, Larry Uhl, Thomas Richter, Grant Van Cleve, Mike Krebs, Ray Chan, David Friedman, Pat Hwang, Kyle Hudson, OSEA Angel Investors, Xandra Laskowski, Faisal Mushtaq, PeopleConnect Staffing, Scott Fox 🦊, Orange County OC Startup Council This event will include opportunities for startups to connect with investors and for investors to partner with innovative startups over a 4-day period using many tools including: Text chat 1-on-1 with others or in a group setting Video chat 1-on-1 with others or in a group setting Initiate your own chat room and discussion topic Book appointments with other investors and founders Join virtual round tables with dedicated deep discussion topics Access before the event starts Access after the event ends Startups upload pitch deck Startups pitch to investors Access panels and webinars Access to live startup pitches Find the companies or investors you're looking for with ease Investors discover new deals and exciting opportunities Investors judge companies, speak or serve on panels Startups create a mini data room using our virtual exhibit booth Live 24-hour tech support during the event #startups #startups #entrepreneurs #angels #investors #VCs #capitalraise #investing #founders

An incredible company TCA would like to spotlight is Veterinary Care Plans. VCP achieved a remarkable 20X IRR exit, thanks to the outstanding leadership of former President & CEO, Bob Richardson. For the first time ever, Bob shares his insights in an exclusive interview. #TCAventuregroup #AngelInvesting #Entrepreneurship #fundraising #startup