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Monday March 17, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Virginia is a great place to start a scalable business. This panel features a diverse range of perspectives from key funders and funding sources, offering valuable insights into the VVP Investment process, SSBCI funding availability, and the Commonwealth Commercialization Fund grant process. These insights will provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the funding landscape in Virginia, empowering them to navigate the funding process effectively and access the resources needed to grow their businesses.

In addition to funding strategies, the panel will delve into the role of the Small Business Finance Authority and the development of an exciting collaborative resource with Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation. This resource promises to offer new opportunities for small business startups, providing them with the support and guidance needed to succeed in Virginia's dynamic business environment.

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Note: This conference session is a ticketed event. To create your event schedule here on Sched you must first purchase your tickets on Eventbrite. Click here to purchase your tickets. All Conference badges also have a Pay-What-You-Can Scholarship Option.

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A special thank you to our sponsors:  The 12th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, Virginia Tourism, RL Beyer Custom Homes, and Ludwig Kuttner.  This Technology for Good Track at the TOGETHER Conference is presented with UVA Health.

Speakers
avatar for Joe Benevento

Joe Benevento

CEO, Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
avatar for Derren Burrell

Derren Burrell

Managing Partner, Veteran Ventures Capital
Derren Burrell, Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) has 30 years’ experience as a professional financial manager in both public and private sectors. He is the Founder & Managing Partner of Veteran Ventures Capital. In this capacity, he oversees all aspects of the company operations and... Read More →
avatar for Jim Cheng

Jim Cheng

Cofounder, CavAngels
Jim has been working with the Pamunkey Indian Tribe in establishing their Government contracting efforts. In early 2019, he formally joined PIE-PS (Pamunkey Indian Enterprises-Professional Services) as a senior advisor. PIE-PS recently received SBA Tribal 8a certification, it’s... Read More →
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Caren Merrick

Secretary of Commerce and Trade, Commonwealth of Virginia
Caren Merrick is an entrepreneur, board director, advisor and executive with over 25 years of experience launching new companies, reinventing companies, leading business improvement transformation, and overseeing change management. She and one of the companies she co-founded were... Read More →
avatar for Himalaya Rao-Potlapally

Himalaya Rao-Potlapally

Founder and Managing Partner, BFM Fund
Himalaya loves learning and being in roles that challenge me to continuously improve and reiterate. She has a passion for bringing that knowledge to BIPOC communities with the goal of creating access and empowerment. Her interest and passion has led her to many different roles and... Read More →
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Joe Shearin

CEO, Virginia Small Business Finance Authority
Experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. Seasoned leader with a proven 40+ year track record and a history of strong community involvement. Skilled in Budgeting, Financial Institutions, Commercial Lending, Retail... Read More →
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Monday March 17, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Common House North Room

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