Wealth Gap Gala Cloudcelerator

We're fast-tracking M&A for investors in cybersecurity, AI, biotech, and more.

By CloudPatch

Date and time

Sunday, October 27 · 11am - 11pm PDT

Location

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, Miramontes Point Road, Half Moon Bay, CA, USA

1 Miramontes Point Road Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 30 days before event
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

11:11 AM - 1:11 PM

Cloudcelerator Orientation


Connect with fellow attendees, build relationships, and explore potential partnerships.

1:11 PM - 5:55 PM

Pitch Competition


By flipping the traditional pitch model, this reverse pitch event has the potential to be a game-changer for both tech companies seeking funding and qualified purchasers looking for promising investm...

About this event

  • 12 hours

CloudPatch Wealth Gap Gala: Cloudcelerator Program

Bridging the Gap, Igniting Innovation

CloudPatch is proud to present the Wealth Gap Gala's Cloudcelerator program, a revolutionary event designed to connect high-growth tech companies with qualified investors.

Revolutionizing Deal Sourcing: A Reverse Pitch Approach

This exclusive gala breaks the mold. Forget endless pitches – tech companies take center stage. Here's how:

  • 30 Qualified Purchasers: Venture capitalists, investment bankers, and leading funds seeking the next big innovations.
  • 250 Curated Tech Companies: Seed to IPO stage trailblazers in biotech, cloud, cybersecurity, AI, and semiconductors (identified by TechCrunch).
  • Reverse Pitch Format: Investors pitch their investment theses to curated tech companies seeking funding.

Benefits for Tech Companies:

  • Effortless Exposure: Meet multiple investors in a single event, maximizing your funding potential.
  • Targeted Audience: Interact only with investors aligned with your specific sector.
  • Focus on Growth: Spend less time pitching, more time building your company.

Benefits for Qualified Purchasers:

  • Streamlined Sourcing: Efficiently evaluate a diverse pool of promising tech companies.
  • Pre-Vetted Talent: Focus on TechCrunch-identified companies, saving valuable time.
  • Stand Out: Showcase your expertise to high-potential startups.

The Cloudcelerator Advantage:

  • Investapp Matching: A sophisticated platform connects you with the perfect partner based on investment focus and company stage.
  • In-Depth Discussions: Q&A sessions foster deeper connections after each pitch.
  • Nurturing Opportunities: Post-event support facilitates communication and builds lasting relationships.
  • Merger and Government Contracts: Following the Deloitte-advised merger, CloudPatch will consolidate founders into a single, industry-leading entity. This powerhouse company will then leverage its combined expertise to secure lucrative government contracts.

Don't Miss Out!

Space is limited. Secure your spot and unlock the future of investment.

Join the CloudPatch Ecosystem and Be a Part of Something Revolutionary.

P.S. Space is strictly limited. Secure your spot and unlock the future of investment.

Here's a breakdown of what makes a company qualify for each stage based on the funding ranges provided:

Early-stage (Seed/Series A): $10M - $50M

Companies at this stage are typically developing their core technology or product and validating their business model. They may have a minimum viable product (MVP) but haven't achieved significant market traction yet. Investors at this stage are looking for companies with a strong founding team, a disruptive technology or innovative idea, and a large addressable market.

Qualifying factors for Ai, biotech, cloud computing, cybersecurity, or semiconductor companies at this early stage:

  • Strong founding team with relevant experience and expertise in their field.
  • A differentiated technology or product with the potential to disrupt the market.
  • A clear understanding of the target market and a go-to-market strategy.
  • Early traction with customers or users, even if limited.
  • A solid intellectual property (IP) portfolio.

Mid-stage (Series B/C): $50M - $500M

Companies at this stage have a proven product-market fit and are scaling their operations. They are typically generating revenue but may not yet be profitable. Investors at this stage are looking for companies with a clear path to profitability and a large potential market share.

Qualifying factors for Ai, biotech, cloud computing, cybersecurity, or semiconductor companies at this mid-stage:

  • A proven product-market fit with a growing customer base.
  • A strong track record of revenue growth.
  • A clear path to profitability.
  • A scalable business model.
  • A team with the experience to execute on the company's growth plans.

Late-stage (Pre-IPO): $500M - $5B+

Companies at this stage are preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) or a major acquisition. They are typically generating significant revenue and may be profitable. Investors at this stage are looking for companies with a dominant market position and a sustainable competitive advantage.

Qualifying factors for Ai, biotech, cloud computing, cybersecurity, or semiconductor companies at this late stage:

  • A dominant market position with a large and loyal customer base.
  • Strong financial performance with high revenue growth and profitability.
  • A sustainable competitive advantage.
  • A proven management team with a history of success.
  • A clear path to an IPO or a major acquisition.

It's important to note that these are just general guidelines, and there can be some variation depending on the specific industry and company. Some companies may raise larger rounds of funding at earlier stages, or they may go public with less funding.

Frequently asked questions

Refund policy

Refunds must be claimed before September 20th 2024

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