Ventech’s Inside a VC Firm- How they really work
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Date & Time
Wed, Nov 19 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Address (map)
1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd. Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Venue (website)
Cabrillo Arts Pavillion
Inside a VC Firm: How They Really Work
📅 Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | 5:30–8:00 PM
📍 Cabrillo Pavilion | Santa Barbara, CA
How does a venture capital firm really work? How do investors decide where to place their bets, and what are they looking for in founders?
Join Ventech for an exclusive panel discussion offering a candid look inside the world of venture capital. Our panel of seasoned investors will share insights into how VC firms operate, make investment decisions, and vet potential portfolio companies.
Whether you’re preparing to raise your first round, refining your pitch, or simply curious about how the process works, this event will give you a clearer understanding of what goes on behind the scenes directly from those in the room where decisions are made.
Network with peers, connect with investors, and gain a valuable perspective on what it takes to earn a “yes” from a VC.
Moderated by Emily Arnold, Finance & Operations Executive, Founder MESA ADVISORS
Panelists:
Curtis Rodgers, Partner & Industrial Technologist, Brick & Mortar Ventures
Dr. Min-Yi Shih, PhD, MBA, Technologist & Business Leader, Asia Innovation Hub (AIH) Hub
Ethan Austin, Fintech Investor, Outside VC
FastPitch:
RazeMath presented by Evan McCall
Event Sponsors:
Mezcal Tastings provided by Licores Perros
Wine available from Longoria Wines
