Our very own Don Baker is leading a panel discussion on best practices for startups and early-stage companies in raising investment capital.  Most entrepreneurs find capital fundraising to be daunting and a huge strain on the already difficult task of launching a new product or service.  Even when potential funding sources are identified, there can still be painful negotiations concerning valuation, price, and terms.  The whole process, however, can be made streamlined and accelerated by developing and following a capital fundraising plan.  Don has developed a program to help entrepreneurs develop just such a plan.

The panel discussion will take place on February 9, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.  South Oakland County location to be determined.  The cost $20 in advance and free for students registered by January 30th.  After January 30^th, the cost is $30 and $5, respectively.

All participants can get a full copy of Don’s article on the topic — the introduction for which can be found here.

The event contact is Andrea Reese at andrea.reese@yahoo.com and (586) 945-3306.

–Matt