Traditional Forum
Traditional Forums bring together many of the region's top high-tech minds in a unique forum that showcases the business plans of local start-ups, along with their proposed growth strategies. As part of the presentation, a panel of business experts then offers their own critique/analysis of the strategy before an audience of other entrepreneurs, financiers and other high-tech executives.
Downlink
The MIT Enterprise Forum headquarters in Cambridge puts on three
events per year where a nationally renowned speaker or panel takes on a
topic or issue of significance for entrepreneurs. These events are
broadcast live by satellite to the local MIT Enterprise Forum chapters
who participate interactively during the Q&A segment of the program.
Special Event
A few events each season will focus on other entrepreneurship
topics presented in a unique and interactive format. One such event, is
the popular “Elevator Pitch” where emerging and high growth companies
are pre-screened and then selected to have the opportunity to present
their company to a panel of investors and entrepreneurs in 90 seconds.
If you are seeking funds, the exposure and experience is tremendous. If
you are an investor, you could find a new opportunity. At the very
least, you will hear how other investors make quick decisions on whether
or not to "take a meeting."
