Looking for Early-Stage Capital in Georgia?

One of the things that entrepreneurs constantly lament on is the lack of capital in soft markets such as Atlanta. However, the money is out there – it is simply a matter of bridging to it. If you are an entrepreneur, angel investor (wannabe or otherwise), or early-stage venture capitalist looking for deals in Georgia read on:

Through our collaborative effort at StartupLounge.com, we are very pleased to announce our very first quarterly “Capital Connections” networking event. This first event will be held on Wednesday, May 16th, so mark your calendars. You can read more about the event here.

We are still finalizing the venue (still sifting through several interested corporate location sponsors), although it will be located on the north-end of the perimeter (for convenience). The cost will be free, but space will most likely be limited, so apply for consideration as soon as possible.

We already have a number of VCs from outside of Georgia who have expressed their interest (and in some cases already, their intent) to be there, as well as many angel investors here in Atlanta. These are individuals who are actively seeking deals in Georgia.

Right now, our estimate puts projected attendance at somewhere around 75-100 people.

In order to keep the focus squarely on connecting early-stage deals with money, service providers (including capital brokers or other fee-based services), later-stage private equity funds, consultants, job seekers, and other such parties will not be allowed to attend. We do have a few reserved spaces for qualified “observers” – so contact me if you feel you have a vested interest in attending.

Finally, spread the word! Feel free to send a link to this post to other entrepreneurs, angels, and VCs that would have a vested interest in attending.

This is certainly not the final answer to all that ails the early-stage market here, but we’re hoping it will be a sufficient start!

Cheers.

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1. 

   GeeMaxine · April 12, 2007 at 2:41 pm

   What a great concept and count me in!

   -GM
2. 

   Rob Patterson · April 13, 2007 at 9:04 am

   Oh man I am so there. Any idea on where the final location will be?
3. 

   D. Bragg · April 18, 2007 at 9:11 pm

   Please let me know the time, date and location of this event.
4. 

   John Fedack · July 11, 2007 at 2:32 pm

   Scott,

   I am trying to find angels to help me with my Book/audio book/radio series/screenplay. Character is Atlanta based and I have received great reviews – any thoughts on how to find an angel interested in multi media. I have spent $85K of my mmoney and am working the family & friends circuit.

   Many thanks,
   John
5. 

   Scott Burkett · July 12, 2007 at 11:08 pm

   Hi there, John. Finding angel capital for a book, screenplay, etc. is much different than finding an angel investor for a technology company (or some other fast-growth opportunity.)

   Friends and family are the obvious first stop (which it sounds like you’ve already utilized).

   While this article focuses on fast-growth startups, there are some salient parts for you, in particular, the part on high-net-worth individuals:

   Click here

   Cheers.
   Scott
6. 

   emmett e childress · July 13, 2007 at 9:59 am

   john,
   who is the target audience for your project? Have you considered building and audience via the web? I’m sure you could find some media outlet that would be willing to pick up the screenplay if your project met the needs of specific demographics.

   my $0.02,

   Emmett