Day 2
The event was filled with exciting insights and practical takeaways from the team at Pegasus Tech Ventures for #startups and #investors alike. The day kicked off with a session on 10 key points on innovation, highlighting the shifts between old and new paradigms. The presentation provided a fresh perspective on how businesses can approach innovation in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.
Mary Jo Potter followed with excellent points on healthcare investments, outlining the crucial steps that both #investors and #startups need to take. The presentation underscored the importance of understanding the unique challenges and opportunities in healthcare, with a focus on collaboration between innovators and investors.
Legal experts from Morrison Foerster shared valuable insights on #mergers and #acquisitions, commercial agreements, and essential terms for startups and investors to be aware of. Their session was a deep dive into the legal intricacies that startups face, emphasizing the importance of sound legal strategy in scaling a business.
Martin Tantow discussed the top 10 mistakes corporations make, offering practical #lessons for businesses to avoid common pitfalls. His talk served as a useful guide for both established companies and startups looking to navigate the complexities of corporate growth.
Another engaging session on how to captivate investors using a unique analogy comparing investors to the human body. An emphasis the need to appeal to investors' #head, #heart, and #gut —showing that successful pitches need to engage both #logic and #emotion.
The discussion also touched on the importance of paying attention to market shifts, with AI being a key area to watch.
The event showcased how cultural shifts, like those seen with AirBnB during the 2008 housing crisis, and legal shifts, such as Ryanair benefiting from open borders, have shaped industry leaders. These examples highlighted the critical need for adaptability in today's business environment.
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