Madison Entrepreneurs to Meet Active Investors at FundingPosts VC and Angel Event on May 19, 2011

Madison, WI (PRWEB) April 22, 2011

On May 19, 2011, FundingPost (http://www.FundingPost.com) will host a panel discussion with local Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors at its "Madison VC and Angel Event," sponsored by Perkins Coie LLC. FundingPost has organized 180+ sold-out venture events over the past 10 years. Leading Venture Capital and Angel Investors are set to speak and coach entrepreneurs at the Madison FundingPost event on May 19, 2011. This event will allow entrepreneurs to both learn from these investors during the panel discussion and network with them during the cocktail party. To register for the FundingPost Madison event visit: http://www.FundingPost.com/breakfast/reg1.asp?event=187&refer=PR

Top Venture Firms and Angel Investors will gather at FundingPost's upcoming event to discuss trends in Early-Stage Investing, hot sectors, sectors that these local Angel Investors and VCs look at, things that are most important to them when they are considering an Investment, the best and worst things an entrepreneur can do to get their attention, additional advice for entrepreneurs, and, of course, the best ways to reach these and other Investors.

Speakers:

Bob Geras, President, LaSalle Investments

Jeff Weber, Angel Investor

Our first two Investor speakers have been announced with additional Angels and VCs to be announced shortly.

We are excited to be organizing an event in Madison, Wisconsin, for the first time, said Joe Rubin, Director, FundingPost. The economy for early-stage investing is improving. Our investor panels are excited to see the new dealflow, and the entrepreneurs seem enthusiastic about learning investors tips and responses helpful for improving and refining their pitches.

As with all FundingPost events, there will be pitching and plenty of networking time for the entrepreneurs to meet the investors! There is still space available, but seating is limited! The FundingPost National event calendar including the Madison event can be found here: http://www.FundingPost.com/events.asp

ABOUT FUNDINGPOST:

With over 9,500 CEOs and 650 Venture Capital Funds attending events in 20 cities nationwide; a Printed Dealflow Magazine; and a deal-exchange website with over 7,700 VC and Angel Investor members and over 133,000 companies, that has, on average, made an introduction of an Investor to an Entrepreneur every business day since its inception; FundingPost believes that it is important to reach investors in every medium possible - both online and offline. FundingPost has been responsible for Millions and Millions of dollars in Venture Capital Raised! For more information: http://www.FundingPost.com

Contact:

Heather Coull

FundingPost.com

800-461-5509

press@FundingPost.com

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Hampton Roads Business Networking Event At Town Point Club Benefiting Hurricane Irene Victims

Norfolk, VA (PRWEB) September 19, 2011

Optimizing Your Internet Ecosystem

Special Note: 15% of Event Proceeds will go to the American Red Cross for Hurricane Relief in the Hampton Roads Area

Town Point Club

101 W Main St,

Norfolk, VA 23510

Tuesday, October 4, 2011 from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM (ET)

Meet strategic professionals in this private seminar that will cover hands on techniques on how to take advantage of the current and evolving internet technologies driving business success today. We are going to do this over a light breakfast.

The format of this event is one half seminar and one half networking. This is not one of those seminars where you are told to get a website or a Facebook page. This is one of those rare seminars where you discover how tools on the internet work together and what processes are effective. This seminar will provide the same counsel given to Fortune 500 companies on these topics.

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Another Reason to Stay - Fall Event Season in Paso Robles, CA

Paso Robles, CA (PRWEB) August 04, 2011

The fall season is an idyllic time to visit Paso Robles. Warm, sunny days unfold into crisp, clear nights, long windy roads are lined with brilliantly colored trees and the fresh air smells of earth and wine during the thriving harvest season.The area is alive with a multitude of fall celebrations - from premier wine and beer tasting events to cowboy shows and the renowned Paderewski classical music festival.

Nestled in the coastal mountain range of central California mid-way between Los Angeles and San Francisco and just 30 minutes from the San Luis Obispo Regional Airport, Paso Robles is a centrally located respite for families, couples and groups of friends longing to enjoy a relaxing getaway. Boasting a vast wine region with more than 200 vintners, farm-fresh cuisine, a quaint downtown filled with local artisan shops and galleries and a wide selection of accommodations, Paso Robles offers something for everyone.

Below is a roundup of not-to-miss fall events. Visitors can plan their stay around the following activities, or just come and relax. For more information on attractions, dining and lodging in Paso Robles, visit http://www.travelpaso.com. For the latest news, visit http://blog.travelpaso.com.

SEPTEMBER -
9/1 - 9/30: California Wine Month

Various Locations

Ideal winegrowing conditions and proximity to the Pacific Ocean make Paso Robles a perfect place for the production of top quality wines. Currently with 200+ vintners, Paso Robles is one of the nations fastest growing wine regions. Throughout the entire month of September, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy educational winery tours and tastings, release parties, food pairing seminars and much more. For more information, visit http://www.pasowine.com.

9/10: Pajama Party Movie

Park Cinemas, 7 p.m.

Get cozy in your PJs and enjoy a fun with night watching a movie with friends or family. Prizes will be awarded for the best pajamas so be sure to wear your finest! Tickets are $ 10 and include popcorn and soda. For more information and to purchase tickets call (805) 238-4103 or visit http://www.pasoroblesdowntown.org.

9/10: Paso Robles Airport Day & Aviation Expo (free!)

Paso Robles Municipal Airport, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The skys the limit with fascinating air shows, aircraft and more! For more information visit http://www.pasoairshow.org.

9/16 & 9/17: Crush and Roll West

Sylvester Winery & River Oaks Pavilion, 6 p.m. on Friday through 5 p.m. on Saturday

Cigar enthusiasts and wine lovers will gather at Crush & Roll West to enjoy a variety of events, tastings, live music and educational seminars. Day passes are $ 60 if purchased before July 15 and $ 75 afterwards. For more information and to purchase tickets call (805) 474-1133 or visit http://www.crushandrollwest.com.

9/16 & 9/17: Outdoor Theater (free!)

Centennial Park Amphitheater, 6:30 pm

Local thespians will entertain you with their creative work as they present a musical production in the beautiful setting of the Centennial Park Amphitheater. Wine and beverages will be for sale, benefitting the REC Foundation. Pack a picnic dinner, a cozy sweater and a blanket for this end of summer treat. For more information visit prcity.com.

9/17: Taste of Downtown/Arte de Tiza

Downtown City Park, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Enjoy live music, art and the tastes of local cuisine and wine from more than 29 restaurants and 14 wineries. Arrive early to check out the creative artistry at the Arte de Tiza Chalk Art (8 a.m. - 10 a.m.). Tickets are $ 25. For more information and to purchase tickets call (805) 238-4103 or visit http://www.pasoroblesdowntown.org.

9/29 - 10/2: SAVOR the Central Coast

Santa Margarita Ranch

This four-day food and wine extravaganza showcases the rich agricultural and aqua-cultural bounty located throughout the California Central Coast with classes, seminars, dinners, celebrity chef book signings and demonstrations, a culinary garden and a two-day marketplace filled with tastings from local restaurants, chefs and culinary artisans. For more information and to purchase tickets visit http://www.savorcentralcoast.com.

OCTOBER -
10/4 - 10/6: Miss Rodeo CA Pageant

Various Locations

Experience the passion and drive it will take for Miss Rodeo California 2011 to promote the sport of professional rodeo and the western way of life as she competes in the areas of horsemanship, speech, modeling and personal and horsemanship interviews. Ticket prices vary. For more information and to purchase tickets call (805) 467-3032 or visit http://www.missrodeocalifornia.com.

10/8: Pioneer Day (free!)

Downtown City Park, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Visitors and locals alike with get a taste of what like was like back in the days of the early pioneers as they enjoy live music, a bean cook off, a pet show, a little cowgirl/cowboy contest, a car show and an exciting old fashioned parade through downtown. For more information visit http://www.pasoroblespioneerday.org.

10/21 - 10/23: Harvest Wine Weekend

Various Wineries

Harvest is a time of huge celebration in Paso Robles wine country, and throughout this weekend more than 130 wineries will host 150+ individual events. Enjoy special barrel tastings, blending seminars, grape stomping, food and wine pairings, live music and much more. For more information visit http://www.pasowine.com.

10/28 - 10/30: Paso Gathering

Pioneer Museum

Throw on those cowboy boots and hats and ride over to the Paso Gathering featuring western gear, trappings, art shows, and sales. Admission is $ 5. For more information call (805) 239-4556 or visit http://www.pasorobles-usa.com/Gathering.

10/19 & 10/30: PCCHA Futurity (free!)

Paso Robles Event Center, 8 a.m. daily

The second largest cutting horse futurity in the US, exhibitors come from all over the western United States to vie for $ 1million in prize money. For more information visit http://www.pccha.com.

10/31: Safe and Fun Halloween (free!)

Downtown City Park, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Ghosts and goblins will love this spooky event that includes trick or treating, a barbecue, pumpkin carving, and even the opportunity to have a photo taken with a witch. For more information visit http://www.pasoroblesdowntown.org.

NOVEMBER -
11/10 - 11/13: Paderewski Festival

Various Venues

Concerts of solo piano and chamber music, celebrations of local young musicians, an exhibit of Paderewski memorabilia and lectures by experts are planned to celebrate the famous composer's 150th birthday. For more information and for a schedule of events visit http://www.paderewskifest.com.

11/12: Elegant Evening Downtown (free!)

Downtown Paso Robles, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Kick-off the holiday season with an elegant evening strolling and shopping at downtown merchants while enjoying local cuisine and wines. For more information call (805) 238-4103 or visit http://www.pasoroblesdowntown.org.

11/12 - 11/13: Paso Garagiste Festival (new!)

Windfall Farms, 4710 Flying Paster Lane, Paso Robles, 12 p.m.

GARAGISTES (gar-uh-zhe-stuh)n, Fr. A term originally used in the Bordeaux region of France to denigrate renegade small-lot winemakers, sometimes working in their garage, who refused to follow the rules. Now a full-fledged movement responsible for making some of the best wine in the world. The Garagiste Festival features Paso Robles winemakers who produce less than 1200 cases of wine per year. For more information and for a schedule of events visit http://www.pasogaragiste.com.

11/25: Downtown Lighting Ceremony (free

CELEBRATING CHANGE Through MUSIC: Funk/Rock Band "A Warrior Nation" Headlines January 20th Event

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) January 16, 2009

On Tuesday, January 20, 2009, Los Angeles-based funk/soul/rock band, A Warrior Nation, will headline a special event in North Hollywood, in what will be one of the city's only celebrations of the Presidential Inauguration with live music performances and celebrity hosts.

The evening's celebrity hosts will kick things off: Jennia Fredrique, who played the role of "Brandy" in the 2008 film "Noah's Arc: Jumping the Broom"; and Roshawn Franklin, who can currently be seen on FOX's hit television series, "24".

The event's talented music lineup will begin with opening artist "Mdot," who won Best R&B Male at Urban Threshold's 4th Annual Underground Music Awards, in New York City, and has also won various awards in the NAACP ACT-SO competitions. Next up, will be hip-hop/alternative/trip-hop performer, Essential MC. Closing out the individual artists lineup, will be one of the world's most gifted vocalists, Kim Yarbrough.

The band lineup will follow, starting with Los Angeles-based alternative/rock/indie band, Wylde Bunch, followed by another local act, funk/soul/jam band, Pinot. Rounding out the band lineup, will be headliner, A Warrior Nation.

"We are very proud to be a cornerstone of this special event, celebrating a moment in history" said Marc Littlejohn, A Warrior Nation's manager. "The evening's lineup itself, represents the change that will come not only in 2009, but throughout President-Elect Obama's term in office. We're excited to be doing what we're doing, here and now."

North Hollywood lounge and live music venue, Blue Moon Nights, will host the evening's festivities, which begin at 8:00 PM (Pacific). The event, which is co-produced by Marc Littlejohn and Anthony Davis, is expected to see an attendance of about 500 people. All will be entertained not only by the live music performances, but also by the various inauguration balls and parties being broadcast from Washington D.C., and projected on the venue's 11 flat-screen televisions. In addition, a special guest DJ and dancing will enhance the celebration.

Admission for the evening is $ 10.00 per person, and a portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to The HUSH Foundation

Minoritymbas.com Supports Continued Education By Sponsoring Right Angles Taste of College Event

Norfolk, Va. (PRWEB) March 10, 2010

MinorityMBAs.com, the leading job board connecting high-performing minority MBA job seekers to hiring managers committed to diversity recruiting, is the corporate sponsor of an annual fundraiser benefiting Right Angle: A Noble Network program designed to give high-achieving high school students a taste of what college is like before they graduate from high school.

Right Angle is hosting its ninth annual "Taste of College" event on March 19, 2010, beginning 7 p.m. at Galleria Marchetti, 825 W. Erie Street in Chicago. The annual event serves as the organization's largest fundraiser. Alumni, current students of the program, and supporters will enjoy an evening of March Madness including a silent auction, open bar, games and food.

Owen Griffin, MinroityMBAs.com founder and CEO says, "At our core, we are committed to rewarding and supporting individuals who pursue opportunities for continued education. To be able to partner with a non-profit organization that also does this so well, from high school age until after graduation and then into college, is something really special and we are glad to be able to support Right Angle in this way."

Noble Network CEO and Right Angle founder Michael Milkie agrees, "The whole intent of this program is to get kids who otherwise might not go to college excited about that possibility. After a summer at a college campus, these students gain the confidence to reach for college and earning a college degree becomes an achievable goal. So, we are thankful to have MinorityMBAs.com on board as a corporate sponsor for this year's event."

For more information about the event or to purchase tickets please visit http://www.rightangle.org/purchase.asp

About Right Angle

Right Angle: A Noble Network Program is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide funding for summer college enrichment programs that increase access to higher education for low-income, inner-city high school students. Fundraising proceeds go to support students' attendance at summer college enrichment programs. In 2009, the Right Angle sent 98 students to colleges and universities across the country and around the globe. For more information about Right Angle: A Noble Network Program please visit: http://www.rightangle.org

About MinorityMBAs.com

MinorityMBAs.com is the leading online career community for talented diversity job candidates. Beyond hosting a database of MBA level jobs, MinorityMBAs.com provides diversity branding opportunities for companies, governments and non-profits committed to diversity recruiting. Its tools for job seekers include job alerts, online job applications, employer profiles and career coaching services. Based in Norfolk, Virginia, MinorityMBAs.com serves over 4,000 MBA job seekers representing a wide range of professional backgrounds, industries and minority groups. In 2009, it instituted an annual scholarship program to reward the efforts of talented minority MBA students. For more information, visit http://www.MinorityMBAs.com or email Contact(at)MinorityMBAs(dot)com.

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Biggest Northwest National Road Racing Event of the Year Set for Holiday Weekend at Portland International Raceway

Gresham, OR (PRWEB) July 3, 2010

The top road racing drivers in the northwestern U.S. and Canada converge this weekend at Portland International Raceway (PIR) for two rounds of Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) national championship competition.

The Flat Out Racing Double Nationals presented by Speed Sports and Fluge Global Adventures, features more than 100 of North America's best amateur men and women racers in five different racing groups.

They are attempting to score valuable points to earn starting births in the SCCA national championships. Competitors race in a variety of vehicles, ranging from specially-built sports racer and formula cars to GT, sedan, and touring race cars.

Among the many talented teams participating this weekend, Flat Out Racing has a stable of Spec Racer Ford drivers. The GT1 class marks the return to PIR of Rose Cup Champion Matt Crandall, who will be taking on a field of high speed GT1 cars lead by teammate Nick Fluge in his Mustang.

Qualifying kicks off Friday at 12:55 p.m. with the first National race of the weekend taking the green flag at 3:50 p.m. for the Spec Racer Ford class. Racing resumes Saturday and Sunday at 9:35 a.m.

Admission and parking are free, courtesy of Flat Out Racing, Speed Sports and Fluge Global Adventures.

Live Race Action

Race fans at Portland International Raceway and across the nation can follow all the race action Saturday and Sunday via Twitter and Facebook. Fans can access the Oregon Region Sports Car Club of America Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/orscca and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/orscca, or by texting Follow ORSCCA to 40404 in the U.S.

About Flat Out Racing LTD

Flat Out Racing provides service, support and rentals at Portland International Raceway and at racing destinations across North America. As one of the leading stables for Spec Racer Ford competition, many drivers either rent race cars or have theirs serviced and maintained by Flat Out Racing. The organization is an authorized dealer for Spec Racer Ford, Formula SCCA and MoTeC Data Acquisition. For further information please call 503-970-9871 or emailing flatoutpdx@comcast.net.

About Speed Sports

Speed Sports Automotive Dealership was founded on the principle of providing customers with quality vehicles at value pricing. One would be hard-pressed to find a more knowledgeable sales and service staff than at Speed Sports, which has combined people with specialized experience in identifying quality daily drivers with those who have intimate experience in selling and servicing high-line exotic cars, such as Lamborghinis and Ferraris. On top of that, Speed Sports fields championship-winning race cars, adding an element of automotive experience to Speed Sports not likely found elsewhere.

Speed Sports is located at 17317 SE Mcloughlin Blvd in Milwaukie, OR. Further information can be found at http://www.SpeedSports.net

About Fluge Global Adventures

Several years ago, Fluge's journey through life took new turns, leading him away from the realm of eCommerce development, to new arenas that included sitting in the seat of SCCA super-cars and playing next to Las Vegas card sharks at the World Series of Poker.

Among his many adventures, Fluge scored three firsts, a second and a third place finish in SCCA Regional and National race events on his way to the GT1 class points lead in the same Derhaag Corvette that Todd Harris piloted to first and second place finishes in the 2007 and 2008 Rose Cup feature races. He also entered the same car in last year's professional Trans-Am race at PIR.

For 2010, racing isn't the only adventure Fluge is organizing. He is currently assembling a team of 10 FGA members to pull a 50,000-pound fire truck for charity, and is considering either an Amityville Horror or Lizzie Borden overnighter without power or electricity. He also recently completed a Silversmithing Adventure in Argentina and a Photography and Art Adventure in France and Oregon,

Fluge hopes to return to France this September to further his artistic education and instruction, expects to be back in South America later in the fall for Python hunting in the Amazon, and is planning a duel in Death Valley.

For more information on these adventures, please visit http://www.flugeglobaladventures.com.

About Oregon Region SCCA

The Oregon Region of the Sports Car Club of America was established in the 1960's and has grown to its present membership of over 1,200 members. The Region obtained its charter from SCCA in 1962. It is a member oriented, member operated club with the primary purpose of "promoting, maintaining and improving automobile sports and interest in the ownership, operation of, and safety of sports cars."

The roots of SCCA and Oregon Region run deep in racing history. The origin of SCCA can be traced back to the pre-World War II "Auto Racing Club of America" which disbanded because of World War II. Originally, the State of Oregon was included in the territory of Northwest Region, SCCA (NWR), and it remained that way until the official creation of Oregon Region in 1962.

From its beginning, Oregon Region SCCA has been organizing and administering sports car/club racing events at Newport, Goshen (South of Eugene) and Portland's West Delta Park (now Portland International Raceway - PIR). The Region's first race was held at the Newport municipal airport (an ex-WWII air base) in 1962.

Currently, Oregon Region has active programs in Club Racing, Vintage Racing, Road Rally, Rallycross, and in Solo II - SCCA's autocross program where competitors compete against the clock in a controlled atmosphere. The Oregon region also provides workers and officials to major professional international racing competitions here in Oregon and across North America. Their Web site is http://www.oregonscca.com and may also be reached at 503.224.9469.

Portland International Raceway is owned and operated by the City of Portland through its bureau of Parks and Recreation. The raceway is operated as an Enterprise Fund, meaning that its operating expenses and capital improvements are covered by the revenues that it generates, as Portland International Raceway receives no general fund tax dollars. The raceway's varied, year round activities bring between 30 and 40 million dollars into the surrounding community each year.

Media/Marketing Contact:

Oregon Region SCCA: Randy Unsbee, ABC

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