Raising Capital Seminar Series
Your great idea is coming to life. You own a startup company. You're on the verge of big things. But there's one problem: you need money in order to take your business to the next level — you need to raise capital. If this is you, you've come to the right place.
There isn't just one right path to raising funds; it's a challenge with many ways through it. Know your options. From capitalization tables to equity compensation and managing the investment close, learn more about the seminar and other resources to help you build your startup to be successful. Past attendees of this seminar have raised over $45 million in capital. The 2025 Raising Capital Seminar Series took place on Thursday, May 1 at the Greater Des Moines Partnership in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).
Topics covered in the 2025 seminar:
- The Process of Raising Capital
- The Financial Model
- The Capitalization Table
- The Pitch
- The Term Sheet
- Alternative Forms of Capital
The Raising Capital Series is produced by The Partnership. Light continental breakfast, lunch, and light refreshments will be provided. The event is capped at 40 participants due to room capacity.
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Contact Us
For more information about the Raising Capital Seminar Series, contact Diana Wright, Startup Community Builder at the Greater Des Moines Partnership.