Slattery IT is hosting Funding Connect Tasmania on Thursday 4th March, 2010; from 12 noon to 6:30pm. This event will enable a greater understanding of the ins and outs of funding, as well as providing an excellent opportunity for networking.

Specifically designed to allow attendees to gain an insight into the processes of securing funding, guests will have the opportunity to meet investors, learn how to find the right investment sources and to win their support. Leading entrepreneurs will also be on hand to offer inspiration on growing your business and the best ways to seek capital. Speakers include:

• Darren Alexander, Chief Executive Officer, Autech
• Bill Bartee, Managing Director, Southern Cross Venture Partners
• Emily-Jayne Drew, Senior Program Manager, Business Programs, Department of Economic Development, Tourism and The Arts
• John Dyson, Investment Principal, Starfish Ventures
• David Henderson, Managing Director, UniQuest
• Polly McGee, Business Development Manager, University of Tasmania Research Office Commercialisation Unit
• Matthew Michalewicz, CEO, SolveIT Software
• Fiona Pak-Poy, General Partner, Innovation Capital
• Rachel Slattery, Director, SlatteryIT
• Me!

Funding Connect will help the attendee make informed decisions about everything from when to seek an investor, to meeting, attracting and obtaining financial support, providing a wealth of information/advice to help focus your plans for 2010 and beyond.

DETAILS: Thursday 4th March, 2010; from 12 noon to 6:30pm at CSIRO Tasmanian ICT Centre Auditorium, Castray Esplanade, Battery Point, Hobart, Tasmania. Cost $220 inc. GST (50% discount for entrepreneurs and employees of public funded research institutions & start-ups) Register Online here.