Venture Roadtrip USA
VENTURE ROADTRIP USA: THE ONLY NYC TECH WEEK EVENT WORTH THE MILEAGE
Bored of the same coastal echo chambers? Put your networking GPS on "adventure mode" and merge onto something completely different!
🚗 FASTEN YOUR SEATBELTS: WE'RE TAKING THE ROAD LESS VENTURE-D 🚗
Daring Ventures invites you to ditch the Silicon Valley traffic jam and join us for a cross-country expedition to the beating heart of America's overlooked tech hubs. No compass necessary—just bring your appetite for disruption and authentic BBQ!
WHY STAY IN YOUR LANE when you can swerve into the fast-growing tech scenes beyond the coasts?
Our all-star lineup of non-coastal VCs will be your tour guides through the technological landmarks you've been missing:
Columbus, OH – Where innovation doesn't require an ocean view
Milwaukee, WI – Brewing up startups that'll make you say "cheese!"
Atlanta, GA - Where startups rise faster than the summer heat
Austin, TX – Where your funding round comes with a side of queso
PANELISTS:
Christy Johnson (Fireroad Ventures)
Jennifer Abele (VC 414)
William Leonard (Valor Ventures)
Anish Zuté (Drive Capital)
FUEL UP with a mouthwatering spread of authentic regional delicacies that'll make your typical catered NYC event seem like a sad highway rest stop vending machine.
WARNING: Attending other Tech Week events after ours may cause severe withdrawal symptoms. Side effects include constantly mentioning "this amazing founder from Wisconsin" and unconsciously calculating how your funding would stretch 3x further in Kansas City.
THE SCENIC ROUTE IS THE ONLY ROUTE: In one night, you'll meet more genuine innovators than in a week of standard NYC elevator pitches. We promise fewer PowerPoints and more powerful connections.
DRESS CODE: Highway chic (coastal elite outfits will be politely tolerated)
Pack light, but bring plenty of business cards—this is one roadtrip where you'll actually want to pick up hitchhikers.
RSVP before we leave you in the dust!
SHOUT OUT TO OUR ROADTRIP COMPANIONS
Startups often face fragmented financial systems, limited visibility, and the urgent need to become investor-ready. These challenges are compounded by operational complexity and evolving business needs.
Rova provides comprehensive support across accounting, strategic finance, and operations. We design and implement reliable systems, establish clear financial processes, and develop investor-ready reporting infrastructure. By connecting finance and operations, we help founders gain financial visibility, improve decision-making, and build a foundation for sustainable growth.
From early growth through major transactions, we bring precision and structure to every stage of the journey.
Offit Kurman is a full-service Am Law 200 firm with more than 280 attorneys providing comprehensive legal counsel across 30+ practice areas.
Since its founding in 1987, the firm has served dynamic businesses, individuals, and families—helping them maximize business value and protect personal wealth through innovative, entrepreneurial legal solutions.
The firm is distinguished by the quality, breadth and global reach of its legal services and a unique operational structure that encourages a culture of collaboration. For more information, visit https://www.offitkurman.com.
Victor Balladares, a Principal at Offit Kurman, is thrilled to join New York Tech Week as a proud sponsor of the exclusive "NYTW Kickoff & Networking Mixer", bringing together visionary tech founders, influential investors, and industry leaders. With extensive experience advising funds, entrepreneurs, and disruptors navigating complex business and legal challenges, Victor fosters connections that drive innovation forward. At this year's event, Victor proudly sponsors an exclusive gathering uniting leading tech founders and influential venture capitalists, offering unparalleled networking opportunities in an engaging atmosphere filled with interactive displays and immersive technology experiences.
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