VetsinTech VetCap + Los Angeles Chapter Meetup

Join VetsinTech for an evening discussion focused on capital for veterans and networking with Lessons from a Serial Entrepreneur

What:

An evening of discussion and networking featuring two sessions: Lessons from a Serial Entrepreneur, with perspectives on defense, national security, and scaling in regulated markets, and VetCap, focused on educating veterans and military spouses on where and how to raise capital while connecting them to a network of funding sources. The event brings together veterans, operators, and builders across defense and tech to share practical insights on leadership, growth, and execution at scale.

Join a panel of investors and lenders across major capital categories for discussions on accessing capital and effectively pitching. Veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs are encouraged to participate and will have the opportunity to present their startups to the panel.

VetCap is focused on educating veterans and military spouses on where and how to raise capital, and also connecting veterans to a network of financial sources.

Partners: Association of Veterans at UCLA Anderson, DAUM Commercial Real Estate Services

Hosted by Nooks

Sponsors: JP Morgan, Sitreps 2 SteerCos

Moderator: Suzanne Sullivan

Special Guest: Sean Gilfillan

When:

May 14, 2026

5:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Where:

Pacific Coast Towers

100 N Sepulveda Blvd

El Segundo, CA 90245

Event Flow:

5:00 – 6:00 PM: Social reception + light hors d’oeuvres

6:00 – 6:30 PM: Moderated discussion with Sean Gilfillan

7:00 - 8:00 PM: VetCap Panel (Sponsored by JPMorgan)

• Steve Kiser (VVC)
• Connie Shih (JP Morgan)

8:00 – 8:30 PM: Drinks and open networking