August 
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2023 F Suite Venture Financing Virtual Forum

00:00am – 00:00pm

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12 pm

Welcome and Introductions

Location: Blue Room

Our VP of Product Marketing, Ingrid Wantuch, kicks off the event with a welcome message.

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August 
10
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2023
9:00AM
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1:30PM
2023 F Suite Venture Financing Virtual Forum
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Teaming Up: How GCs and CFOs Can Weather Venture Financing Challenges During Economic Uncertainty

January Clubhouse

Today's pressures require innovative approaches to venture financing. Join The F Suite and TechGC for a virtual forum where experts will share their insights into effective strategies for CFOs and GCs to succeed in this dynamic landscape. We'll explore alternative paths to funding, effective collaboration between CFOs and GCs, and best practices for managing reduced runway, providing practical knowledge on how to stay the course today and get ahead tomorrow.

*Limited to CFO/ Head of Finance from high growth companies and venture funds. By Invitation Only. Non-transferable.


Forum Co-Chairs

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Kelly Gold

Chief Financial Officer

CAMP4 Therapeutics

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Jesse King

General Counsel & Chief of Staff

Kleiner Perkins

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Inna Barmash

General Counsel & Chief of Staff

Amplify

 

Forum Co-Chairs

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Kelly Gold

Chief Financial Officer

CAMP4 Therapeutics

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Jesse King

General Counsel & Chief of Staff

Kleiner Perkins

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Inna Barmash

General Counsel & Chief of Staff

Amplify

Member & Guest Speakers

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Rebecca Lucia

CFO

5AM VENTURES

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Gregg Goldstein

General Counsel

CART.COM

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Thommy Guerrero

CFO

Branch

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Rakib Azad

SVP of Finance

CHAINALYSIS

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Miranda Zolot

GC & Secretary

OYSTER HR

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Anil Ranavat

CFO

HOMEBOUND TECHNOLOGIES

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Jesse King

General Counsel

KLEINER PERKINS

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Arezou Arefi-Afshar

General Counsel (former)

SECURONIX

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Arezou Arefi-Afshar

General Counsel (former)

SECURONIX

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Thommy Guerrero

CFO

Partner Speakers

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Ashish Walia

Co-founder & COO

LAWTRADES

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Gary Schall

Partner

WILMER HALE

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William Gu

Partner

COOLEY

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Ariel Soiffer

Partner

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Agenda (PT)

9 am

Welcome & Opening Remarks from the Co-Chairs

Inna Barmash, GC & Chief of Staff, Amplify
Kelly Gold, CFO, Camp4 Therapeutics

Jesse King, GC & Chief of Staff, Kleiner Perkins

Kelly Gold, CFO, Camp4 Therapeutics

Inna Barmash, GC & Chief of Staff, Amplify

Jesse King, GC & Chief of Staff, Kleiner Perkin

9:10 am

Small Group Discussions: AI - How is It Affecting / Does it Affect Fundraising?

Location: Pink Room

The transformative power of AI in venture capital cannot be overstated. As AI technology continues to evolve, we're seeing new and innovative ways to source deals, perform due diligence, and manage portfolios. Industry experts will provide practical examples of how AI is affecting fundraising in general, as well as examine ethical considerations like privacy, bias, and transparency that arise when using AI.


Discuss these issues with your peers and leave with invaluable insights into the cutting-edge technologies and strategies that are shaping the future of venture capital.

10:10 am

Alternative Paths to Capital: Navigating the Funding Landscape in a Challenging Market

Location: Orange Room

Whether you're a tech startup or an established business, securing funding in this economic climate can be a daunting task, especially with traditional sources becoming more difficult to access. This session will examine alternative paths to capital, offer innovative solutions to sustain operations and ensure future readiness.


Learn about non-traditional funding sources, creative financing strategies, and navigating regulatory changes.

11:15 am

Making Every Dollar Count: Best Practices for Managing Dwindling Runway

Location: Blue Room

Every single dollar counts when managing a dwindling runway. So how can you efficiently maximize your resources? With the current fundraising landscape becoming increasingly challenging, it's more important than ever to strategically manage both your investors and your capital. Our panelists will provide practical advice on what portfolio companies should be doing now to save money, as well as strategies for being cautious with capital.


We'll also discuss what investors are looking for, how to build trust, and best practices to tell compelling stories for fundraising. If you're not raising now, we'll provide insights into what to look out for in future raises.

12:10 pm

Post-Investment Governance: Navigating Board Dynamics

Location: Blue Room

Explore the crucial roles of CFOs and GCs in managing board relationships and communication after securing venture financing. Understanding these complementary roles is essential to maintaining an upward trajectory. This session will tackle head-on the hot topics in venture financing, including effective communication strategies, navigating conflicts of interest, and aligning investor interests with those of the company.


Learn from seasoned professionals who have successfully managed board relationships with the C-Suite to build a more balanced and sustainable business.

12:45 pm

Closing Remarks

Location: Blue Room

Kelly Gold, CFO, Camp4 Therapeutics

Inna Barmash, GC & Chief of Staff, Amplify

Jesse King, GC & Chief of Staff, Kleiner Perkin

Special Thanks to our Sponsors

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We'll gather at [DINNER VENUE] at 6:00pm for cocktails and networking before sitting for dinner.  


Agenda

1:00pm ET

Welcome & Introductions

Get to know your Peers who are leading the discussion.

1:15pm ET

Discussion

Raise your "hand" and come off mute to join the conversation.

2:30pm ET

Wrap-up

Share-out from attendees and hear final thoughts from the speakers.

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About

The F Suite

F Suite (formerly TechCFO) is a private, invitation only, organization for CFO and Heads of Finance of leading venture capital firms and high growth technology companies. Our mission is to drive innovation, education and mentorship in the finance industry while creating a strong peer group and community that supports each other for many years to come.


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