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| FUNDING CONNECT SA 2008 - program

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1.30pm	Registration
1.45pm	Welcome
2.00pm	Do you need an investor? Why and when does your business need an investor? Our speakers will describe how they have grown their company, if and when they took on funding and provide their perspectives on the pros and cons of the different journeys you can take to build your business. Moderator: Susan Andrews - Industry Development Manager, ICT, Electronics & Digital Content, Department of Trade and Economic Development Panellists: Peter Vroom - Co-founder, NetPriva; David Landers - CEO, Allen & Buckeridge Emerging Technologies Fund; Rahmon Coupe - CEO, YourAmigo
2.50pm	What does the Investor Want/Look for? A workshop to help attendees understand the process, requirements and expectations of the Investor. Facilitator: Rachel Slattery - Director, SlatteryIT Panellists: Fiona Pak-Poy - General Partner, Innovation Capital; Amanda Heyworth - CEO, Playford Capital
3.30pm	Getting an investor on board You want an investor – but where do you find them? This panel will discuss how to find and meet investors. How do you approach investors and convince them to invest in your company? How do you best prepare to ensure you win them over? Moderator: Mike Richards - Manager, Venture Capital SA Panellists: John Ballard - Chairman, BioAngels; Shane Cheek - Investment Manager, Playford Capital; Nick McNaughton - CEO, Blue Cove Ventures
4.10pm	SA Angels Update Ron Langman AM, Chairman, SA Angels will provide an update on the angel network a year on from its establishment.
4.20pm	Afternoon Tea
4.40pm	Funding Strategy How do you work out how much money you need and when you need it? This panel will explain how different rounds of funding are needed during the life cycle of a company. The panel will also discuss valuations and their perspectives on exits. Moderator: Nick McNaughton - CEO, Blue Cove Ventures Panellists: Alan Noble - Engineering Director, Google; Fiona Pak-Poy - General Partner, Innovation Capital; Frank Grasso - Managing Director, eChannel On Line
5.20pm	Funding Connect close
5.30pm	Resolutions for 2009 and Beyond! Successful entrepreneurs will share what they are dreaming, planning and scheming for 2009! What should you look out for? What are the market opportunities for companies operating in the tech sector both here and overseas? Rahmon Coupe - CEO, YourAmigo; Frank Grasso - Managing Director, eChannel On Line; Alan Noble - Engineering Director, Google
6.15pm	Drinks and Networking

* Please note this program is subject to change