Connect at the Top: Startup Investing 101 with Kristen Cooper

Curious about startup investing? Join us for a practical conversation on the fundamentals of investing in early-stage companies. Learn how startup investing differs from traditional investing & philanthropy and what it means to be an accredited investor and how to evaluate whether this type of investing is right for you. We’ll also explore what to look for when evaluating an early-stage company and why women-owned scalable businesses are often overlooked and underfunded. Our conversation will be led by Kristen Cooper, Founder & CEO of The Startup Ladies, a professional membership organization dedicated to educating, connecting, and increasing investment in women founders building scalable companies. Since founding The Startup Ladies in 2014, Kristen has led more than 500 programs, built a 100+ lesson eLearning platform, and helped prepare founders across the country to launch, grow, and raise capital. More than $1 million has been invested in Startup Ladies member companies. Kristen brings nearly two decades of experience in fundraising, technology, corporate partnerships, sales, and economic development, along with recognition from organizations including NAWBO, IBJ, TechPoint, and Nasdaq.