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OC Technology Influencer Mixer & Summit 2011

Tech Coast Venture Network

The caliber of the organizations and individuals participating with TCVN in this inaugural summit speaks volumes as to what I believe we will achieve,” commented TCVN Chairman Ciaran Foley. said Kevin McDonald, President of TCVN. About TCVN. Press Release TCVN News' REGISTER AT: [link]. 714-501-0674.

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Financing a Start-Up

Tech Coast Venture Network

Once you have some skin in the game, if you personally can’t get to some level of revenues in the business, or at a minimum, pre-sales or letters of intent, then on to round two – asking family and friends for help. If you are pre-revenue, have pre-sales, letters of intent and/or customer commitments. www.WINopp.com.

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Raising Seed Capital Now: 10 Tips

Tech Coast Venture Network

To help you get a jump-start with fundraising, I’ve gathered tips from active early-stage investors and entrepreneurs who managed to beat the odds by raising capital during and after the Great Recession. Let investors help you refine your pitch. “Most have a strong desire to mentor and help build companies.”

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