• 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 Bill and Peter Walker, Head of Insights at Carta, as they break down the latest trends shaping startups and venture capital. Backed by Carta’s data […]

  • Founder Lounge

    Venture Connect 2025
    Lounge 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Join us in our a Private AMA (Ask Me Anything) Lounge - a space designed just for founders to connect, ask candid questions, and get real-time advice from experienced founders + operators.

  • Early Stage Investor Reverse Pitch

    Venture Connect 2025
    Memorial Auditorium 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC - North Carolina

    Early-stage startups navigate some of the most uncertain waters, in search of their true north star of innovation. Let's hear it from a few of the best groups to see if they'd be a great partner for startups building in these early innings.

  • Tech Investor Lunch

    Venture Connect 2025
    Meymandi Lower Lobby 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    We are excited to host an invite-only Tech Investor Lunch during Venture Connect. This is a unique opportunity to network with fellow tech investors over lunch and engage in insightful conversations. Thank you to Rockefeller Capital Management for sponsoring this lunch!

  • Lunch Break: Connect & Recharge

    Venture Connect 2025
    Meymandi Upper Lobby 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Take a break, grab a bite, and connect organically with fellow attendees. This unscripted, unstructured lunch is your time to step outside, spark new conversations, and build relationships in a relaxed setting. Whether you're diving into a deep discussion or simply recharging for the afternoon sessions, this is your opportunity to network, unwind, and fuel […]

  • Founder Lounge

    Venture Connect 2025
    Lounge 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Join us in our a Private AMA (Ask Me Anything) Lounge - a space designed just for founders to connect, ask candid questions, and get real-time advice from experienced founders + operators.