The CAPITAL Conversations

You need money but what kind?

Join us for curated workshop designed for founders building companies with the potential for high growth. Whether your financial practices are a work-in-progress or you're hustling hard to scale, our Capital Conversations workshop, in partnership with Proven Ventures and Omaha 100, is your springboard to success. Dive deep into strategic planning, financial forecasting, and team building, all while exploring financing options tailored to elevate your business.

Thursday, May 16

11:30 am to 4 pm

Proven Ventures HQ (1004 Farnam Street, 3rd fl)

Do I need Venture or a Loan?

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    Emerge with a clearer vision of your business's future, equipped with a practical business model canvas, a robust 1-3 year financial forecast, and a strategic plan for team growth.

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    Gain an in-depth understanding of various financing options for your growth, including debt equity solutions from Proven Ventures and microlending opportunities from Omaha 100.

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    Through workshops and mentorship sessions, you will foster relationships that can provide ongoing support, advice, and potential partnerships well beyond the duration of the program.

Planning for growth

Make your company capital ready!

Part #4: Aligning Your Team to Growth

Your team is the backbone of your company adn typically the largest line item on your profit-and-loss statement. To wrap, we take time to focus on the who's who of your current and future team. Learn to structure roles and responsibilities to develop the right talent to achieve your vision.

Part #1: Starting with the End

The form of capital you opt to take will influence how the company grows, what your role is in that growth and more. During this strategic workshop, you’ll pencil out the future vision for your business. It’s a necessary step to make a smart money move for growth.

Part #2: Match the Model to The Vision

With your long-term vision set, it's time to map out the business model that will get you there. This is all about constructing a robust business model canvas, identifying your value proposition, customer segments, revenue streams, and more. We’ll work through milestone based growth decisions to help you plan strategically.

Part #3: Forecasting Your Vision

A clear financial forecast is crucial for both planning and attracting investment. It’s more than a spreadsheet, it is your business’ growth story. Learn to develop a realistic 1-3 year financial forecast that aligns with your business model and vision. Discover financing options that fit your growth trajectory, with insights from our partners at Proven Ventures and Omaha 100.

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Thursday, May 16

11:30 am to 4 pm

Proven Ventures HQ (1004 Farnam St, 3rd Fl)

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • Designed for founders of lifestyle companies who aspire to scale their business into a high-growth venture. Whether you're in the early stages of developing your business idea or already managing a growing startup seeking to refine your financial practices and explore financing options, this series offers valuable insights and tools for success.

  • Defining a long-term vision for your company and understanding the importance of starting with the end in sight.

    Developing a robust business model canvas that aligns with your vision.

    Creating a 1-3 year financial forecast to support your business goals.

    Identifying key team roles and strategies for building your future team.

    Each workshop component is designed to be interactive, providing both strategic insights and practical tools.

  • This is a free workshop that is designed for a limited number of participants.

  • This is likely not the best workshop for your company if you are not yet launched or have not yet generated revenue. The content is designed to be highly beneficial for those who are looking to scale what they’ve already built.

  • Through the workshop, you'll explore various financing options, including debt equity with Proven Ventures and microlending with Omaha 100. You'll gain insights into what financiers look for in potential investments and how to prepare your business for funding discussions.

  • Take a single afternoon and work through some key considerations for your growth. There will be a little bit of pre-work ahead the workshop, so plan accordingly.

  • Yes, one of the key benefits of the Community Capital Conversations series is the opportunity for one-on-one mentorship. Participants will have access to individual sessions with experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, and financial advisors.

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