- New Enterprise Forum
Since 1986, we’ve linked entrepreneurs to management expertise, potential joint venture partners, mentors, business services, capital, and other critical resources Since its founding, NEF has been a model for similar groups and a magnet for entrepreneurs and investors throughout Michigan, the Midwest, and beyond Our success has captured national media attention and is unique among
- New Enterprise Forum | Events
New Enterprise Forum will be presenting Skip Simms, former Ann Arbor SPARK vice president and Michigan Angel Fund managing member, with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his substantial contributions to the startup ecosystem in the state of Michigan
- New Enterprise Forum | Pitch Pit Competitions
While the hallmark of New Enterprise Forum is our signature investor presentation pitch coaching, we also know that there are many early-stage companies that are just starting off and need practice telling their story and networking within the community So, NEF also conducts four Pitch Pit Competitions throughout the year A Pitch Pit Competition is a wonderful opportunity to vet a business
- New Enterprise Forum | Tool Kit
New Enterprise Forum has many partner sponsors, who are dedicated, along with us, in helping entrepreneurs and their startup companies Please visit our Sponsor Directory to learn more about how these organizations can help you
- New Enterprise Forum | About
The core mission of New Enterprise Forum is to coach startups, help perfect their investor pitches and connect entrepreneurs with investors Our hallmark offering is our showcase presentation pitch coaching, but we also have other tools and activities, including expert panel discussions, pitch pit competitions, business readiness assessments and pitch tune-ups We are comprised of a team of
- Investors - New Enterprise Forum
Connecting Entrepreneurs and Investors is a key element of our NEF mission Angel Investors, Angel Groups, and Venture Capitalists are important members of the entrepreneurial community and are important stakeholders for NEF Investors participate in NEF events to learn about new opportunities, make connections, and share their expertise in panel discussions NEF helps entrepreneurs that we
- Panel: “Do You Even Need to Impress Investors in Today’s Fundraising . . .
Jeff has been a passionate catalyst for entrepreneurship in the metro Detroit ecosystem In addition to his role of Entrepreneur in Residence with TechTown, Jeff sits on the board of the New Enterprise Forum and is a co-founder of Commune Angels, a Michigan-based angel community bridging capital for diverse founders and funders
- Showcase Presentation and Fireside Chat: Pre-Seed Fundraising
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