Oct 22, 10:00 PM – Oct 23, 1:00 AM (UTC)
The Yard: Herald Square, 106 West 32nd Street, New York, 10001
Join us on Tuesday, October 22nd to learn how Sumeet Shah built venture capital firms that accelerate consumer product innovation—and how you can apply his strategies to your own endeavors. Whether you're looking to start a VC fund or scale a consumer product startup, discover insights that can help you create lasting impact in the industry.
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Many investors aspire to not just fund innovation but to cultivate it from the ground up. Founders, too, often wonder how they can contribute to their industry beyond their own startups.
But what does it take to build a venture capital firm that truly accelerates consumer product innovation?
This is the path Sumeet Shah chose when he established VHS Ventures, leveraging his extensive experience in investing and supporting consumer startups.
How do you overcome the challenges of launching a VC firm focused on consumer products and infrastructure? What insights can help both investors and founders thrive in this competitive landscape?
Join us on Tuesday, October 22nd for an eye-opening conversation with Sumeet Shah. He'll share his journey of building venture capital firms dedicated to fostering innovation in the consumer sector.
Whether you're aiming to start your own VC fund or you're a founder in the consumer product and infrastructure space, this event will offer valuable perspectives on creating lasting impact.
Learn how to navigate the complexities of venture investing, support groundbreaking products, and build the networks that drive success.
Tickets for this event include food and drinks, as well as exclusive access to this entrepreneurial VC who will show you how to build venture capital firms that foster consumer product innovation, and provide actionable strategies for both founders and investors to thrive in the competitive market.
You'll also meet dozens of other high-performing entrepreneurs who are creating their next big thing. Seriously, it's some of the best founder networking in the city.
Getting a ticket guarantees admission. No long lines outside. No waitlist.
We're meeting LIVE AND IN-PERSON at The Yard, a coworking space at the intersection of innovation, creativity, design, & play -- with locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Philly, and DC -- with a variety of shared and private workspace options. If you are interested in learning more or scheduling a visit, you can do so here.
And don't miss our recurring founder social events over coffee or cocktails. It's a great opportunity for operators to network with each other to share best practices and find new resources to build your startup the right way. See the full event lineup here.
October 22 – 23, 2024
10:00 PM – 1:00 AM (UTC)
10:00 PM | Networking with food and drinks |
11:00 PM | Conversation with Sumeet Shah |
11:45 PM | Community shoutouts |
12:00 AM | More founder networking |
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