
About this Event
Two powerful days. Three game-changing sessions. One goal: help founders raise capital with clarity and confidence.
Get ready to pull back the curtain on how deals actually get done. We’re bringing together Atlanta’s top VCs, legal experts, and startup insiders for an immersive workshop series designed to get your startup funding-ready.
Whether you’re prepping your first data room or gearing up for a Series A, this is where you get the real playbook, straight from the people who’ve done it.
Day 1:
Session 1 - Capital Conversations Panel
Thursday, 10:00–11:15 AM
Data Room Deep Dive: What VCs Really Want to See
Sponsored by Silicon Valley Bank (SVB)
Kick off Day 1 with an unfiltered conversation featuring leading venture capitalists from Atlanta Ventures, Noro-Moseley Partners, Fulcrum Equity, and more.
They’ll reveal exactly what makes investors say yes, what sends them running, and how to build a data room that demands attention.
This is your chance to get inside the investor mindset, before they ever open your deck.
Session 2- Founders Legal Workshop
Thursday, September 18, 11:30–12:30 PM
Pre-Seed Funding Essentials
Next, dive into the legal side of fundraising with David Pierce, Partner at Founders Legal.
He’ll break down the crucial building blocks of early-stage funding, from term sheets and equity structures to investor agreements, so you can raise with confidence and avoid costly mistakes.
Day 2:
Session 3- Founders Legal Workshop
Friday, September 19, 10:00-11:30 AM
Seed & Series A Strategy
Come back for Part 2 as David Pierce goes deep on the advanced strategies behind larger rounds.
Learn how to negotiate valuations, set up your board, protect your rights, and navigate the legal complexities of scaling your company with institutional capital.
💥 One ticket gets you access to ALL sessions
Seats are limited, secure yours now and get funding-ready.
Featured Experts:
A.T. Gimbel, Partner at Atlanta Ventures
Elizabeth Stephens, Principal at Noro-Moseley Partners
Junior Gaspard, Principal, Investor with Fulcrum Equity
Ekram B. Taufiq, Sr. VP, Relationship Manager at Silicon Valley Bank
David Pierce: Partner at Founders Legal

Thank you to our sponsors at Silicon Valley Bank.
Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First Citizens Bank, is the bank of some of the world’s most innovative companies and investors. SVB provides commercial and private banking to individuals and companies in the technology, life science and healthcare, private equity, and venture capital industries. SVB operates in centers of innovation throughout the United States, serving the unique needs of its dynamic clients with deep sector expertise, insights and connections. SVB’s parent company, First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA), is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
3423 Piedmont Rd NE, 3423 Piedmont Road Northeast, Atlanta, United States
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