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.