StartOut and Merrill Lynch are thrilled to invite you to an evening of networking and discussion with some of Chicago's top angel investors! Grab a drink, make amazing connections, and learn the ins-and-outs of attracting angel investors and becoming an angel investor.
Panelists will include ::
Paul Grossinger, President & CEO, Gaingels - Paul is the founder of Gaingels, the world’s first syndicate investing in startups with LGBT founders and executives. Paul is a born and bred Chicagoan and currently based in New York City. As an angel investor, Paul has invested in more than in 80+ companies with Gaingels. Gaingels has chapters in New York, Los Angeles, London, and Washington DC.
Jeff Grinspoon and Jon Foley – VIA PHONE FROM ASPEN, CO - Jeff and Jon are private venture capital investors who will share their experiences specifically investing in LGBT related businesses.
Rusty Sproat, President & CEO, FIGO Pet Insurance - Just like the name states, FIGO is a three year-old company in Chicago focusing on Pet Insurance. FIGO began at 1871, Chicago’s premiere co-working space and center for Technology and Entrepreneurship. Mr. Sproat will share his personal experience and perspective on raising capital.
Emily Beswick, Bank of America, SVP Relationship Manager, Business Banking - Emily will discuss and share Bank of America’s new funding initiative regarding startups.
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