Venture Connect 2025

Tech Investor Reverse Pitch

Memorial Auditorium 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC - North Carolina

We're turning the tables as we put our investors on the hot seat! Hear from growth stage tech investors as they walk us through their firm, team and investment focus.

Venture Connect 2025

GrepBeat’s Venture Connect After Party

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium 328 West Morgan Street, Raleigh, NC

Join GrepBeat as they hoist a glass to celebrate Venture Connect and the Triangle’s entrepreneurial spirit. Connect, unwind, and spark new ideas! RSVP is required. Sponsored by Fourscore Law and Big Pixel.

Venture Connect 2025

Investor Dinner

A private, invite-only dinner offers a chance for our regional VCs to connect directly with out of region funds in an intimate setting at an undisclosed location. A big thank […]

Venture Connect 2025

Live Oak’s Investor After-Party

Whiskey Kitchen 201 W Martin St, Raleigh, NC, United States

Join Live Oak Bank for an exclusive Investor After-Party at Whiskey Kitchen, right after Venture Connect day one and the invite-only Investor Dinner wraps up! Hosted by Live Oak Bank, […]

Venture Connect 2025

Day Two | Doors Open & Morning Welcome

Memorial Auditorium 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC - North Carolina

Start your second day at VC25 with registration and a light continental breakfast. Grab a coffee, reconnect with fellow attendees, and get ready for another day of impactful conversations and […]

Venture Connect 2025

Partnering & Investor Meetings

Carolina Room 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

Looking to accelerate your business growth? Bookable meeting spaces are available for one-on-one conversations with investors, partners, and key ecosystem resources. Whether you're seeking capital, strategic guidance, or industry connections, […]

DAY TWO KICKOFF | The Power of Ownership: Equity, Exits & Startup Trends

Memorial Auditorium 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC - North Carolina

When Bill Spruill sold Global Data Consortium to the London Stock Exchange in 2022, 21 employees became millionaires. His philosophy? Shared equity drives better alignment—and benefits the entire community. Join […]