Join leading financial and industry analysts for an interactive discussion of each of the segments that comprise the education technology market, including K-12, post-secondary, corporate training and consumer markets. Learn about unique features and trends shaping each market segment. There are still ways to make money in these tumultuous times. Come hear from the experts as they provide the insider's guide to success in these markets.

Moderator:
Jeffrey A. Fromm, President, KnowledgeQuest Ventures LLC

Panelists:
Trace A. Urdan, ThinkEquity Partners
Peter L. Martin, Senior VP, Equity Research, Jefferies & Company
Richard Close, SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Capital Markets

 

Hear from venture capitalists and corporate venture investors as they describe what makes one company stand out from another. Identify the essential elements of a successful education technology business. Regardless of your funding stage, learn key financing and industry trends that can help drive success.

Moderator:
Andy Kaplan, Partner,Quad Ventures

Panelists:
Joanne Weiss, Executive in Residence, New Schools Venture Fund
David Benoit, SVP Business Development, Sylvan Ventures

 

The education market is changing rapidly and "shake out" and "consolidation" are on the horizon. Hear from experts as they identify the market and legislative factors that are shaping this industry consolidation. Learn how to maximize your corporate value in this age of "eat or be eaten." Understand the characteristics of a successful business, as well as those of a successful merger or acquisition. This session will help you evaluate your long-term strategic options, including public offering, merger or sale.

Moderator:
Lou Pugliese, Partner, Novak Biddle

Panelists:
Hemang Dave, CEO, Thinq
Matt Pittinsky, President, Blackboard, Inc.
Barry O'Callahan, CEO, Riverdeep

 

Lunch & Keynote

Keynote:
The Honorable Thomas Kean, President, Drew University, Former Governor,
State of New Jersey, Partner, Quad Ventures

A broad group of investors including representatives from venture firms and financial institutions, market analysts and strategic investors will be on hand to hear formal presentations from a select group of potential future partners. Entrepreneurs won't want to miss this crucial opportunity to perhaps get the funding needed to launch or sustain a company.

Entrepreneurs -- Submit your business plan to be considered for this exclusive opportunity. All entries will be included in the conference materials provided to all participants. A select group will be invited to make a formal presentation. Using the Business Plan Form provided on the Forum Web site, register for your chance to make your best pitch.