Venture Debt: Everything you need to know to get funded
Event Information
About this Event
Debt financing and growth capital is an increasingly important part of the venture landscape. We have put together a panel of leading technology lenders and a few companies who have “been there” to discuss the ins and outs of debt funding.
We'll Discuss
- Debt vs. equity financing considerations
- Key metrics lenders are looking for
- Rates & covenants in today's market
- When you should consider debt financing
- Pitfalls to avoid
Charles Plant, serial entrepreneur, MaRS alumni, and UofT Senior Fellow will be presenting his latest findings on what it takes to build a world-class company; and who should (and shouldn't) take VC financing. Charles is a leader in Canadian innovation and entrepreneurial thinking, you won't get insights like his anywhere else.
Who Is This Event For?
When: June, 27th, 2019
Where: Collaboration Centre Cafe, Mars Discovery District
Casual lunch and refreshments will served courtesy of CIBC.
Schedule
12:10-12:15 - Opening Remarks, Roy Kao, MaRS
12:15-12:45 - Market Presentation: “What it Takes to Build a World-Class Company” with Charles Plant, Senior Fellow, Impact Center UofT
12:45-12:55 - Q&A with Charles Plant
12:55-1:00 - Panel Introduction, Roy Kao, MaRS
1:00- 1:30 - Venture Debt Panel Topic:
1:30 1:45 - Q&A with panel
1:45-2:00 + Networking
Note: Photos may be taken during the event and published online. If you would prefer not to have your photo taken, please let organizers know.
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