A Guide to Getting Angel Investing April 9, 2013

Naval Ravikant, Co-founder, AngelList
Bill Clerico, CEO and Co-founder, WePay
Dave McClure, Founder, 500 Startups
Elad Gil, Serial Entrepreneur; Advisor; Investor

The Bay Area is a modern mecca for innovators and tech go-getters - all of whom are looking for a way to fund their newest concept. Amidst more common means of financial backing (via VC firms, bootstrapping, and the newly trendy crowd funding), angel investment has quickly earned a reputation as the most elusive and sought after source of capital. Budding entrepreneurs are wondering - what makes my startup an attractive investment? How do I secure the support of these angels? How do I maximize my pitch? An intersection of incubation and venture capitalism, angel investing represents a whole new set of opportunities for getting your idea off the ground and maximizing returns. Join us and learn what angels and successful startup founders have to say about getting the investments you need to succeed.

Location: SF Club Office
Time: 6 p.m. check-in, 6:30 p.m. program, 7:30 p.m. networking reception
Cost: Regular: $25 standard, $15 members, $7 students (with valid ID); Premium (includes reserved seating and premium reception with the speakers. Limited to 65 guests): $55 standard, $40 members

Location Blue Room, The Commonwealth Club

Official Website: http://www.commonwealthclub.org/events/2013-04-09/guide-getting-angel-investing