Sci/Tech Startup Workshop:Managing Finances in a Sci/Tech Venture February 23, 2011

Focused on: Life Science/technology entrepreneurs, non-finance managers/professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge/skills in financial management

Building a science or technology start-up requires a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a solid foundation. A solid foundation encompasses a detailed developed business plan, a finance and funding strategy, as well as marketing and sales considerations will greatly support your future start-up efforts while potentially creating greater opportunities.

In line with our company's mission to support the vital processes underlying the development and commercialization of novel life science innovations into cutting-edge products and services, this workshop will serve to support science and technology entrepreneurs by providing a focused hands on experience on the theory and implementation of key elements supporting new venture creation.

Financial Management Block: A critical corner stone of any successful development and/or commercialization project begins with solid financials. Whether it's conducing financial due diligence/analysis, developing a funding strategy, or management of financial resources during the development process, finance is a key resource to any new venture.

This workshop will focus on presenting those elements in the context of real world application so as to best incorporate them into the foundation of your start-up plan. Workshop will provide attendees an introduction into strategic business planning and financial management of science and technology focused ventures. Topics covered will include:
* An overview of financial and accounting concepts
* Seeing your venture from a "finance perspective"/Challenges facing life science ventures
* Strategic business planning/Tools to monitor operating results to achieve long-term financial goals
* An overview of potential financial resources for Mass life science ventures

Light food and refreshments will be provided.

Official Website: http://scitechfinanceworkshop.eventbrite.com