Upcoming Events

AuraVax Private Investor Meeting Dinner - In Person
Dear Investors,
Join us for an in-person investor presentation on April 3rd at 5:30pm EDT to learn about AuraVax Therapeutics, Inc.—pioneering a first-in-class solution for respiratory viruses.
Why AuraVax Matters
AuraVax is developing NanoSTING, a groundbreaking broad-acting treatment and prevention for respiratory pathogens, including influenza, SARS-CoV-2, and RSV. Unlike existing treatments, NanoSTING works even against evolving strains and could protect high-risk populations like seniors, immunocompromised individuals, and those with chronic diseases.
Key Highlights
✅ First-in-Class: Broad-acting treatment for multiple respiratory viruses—unaffected by mutations.
✅ Biodefense + Public Health: Military and civilian applications unlock multiple funding sources.
✅ Accelerated Pathway: BARDA contract awarded for H5N1 vaccine candidate; part of the BARDA Vital Hub accelerator.
✅ Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with Codagenix and Defender Pharmaceuticals to develop intranasal vaccines and military countermeasures.
✅ Market Potential: $20B addressable market with high growth potential.
✅ First Clinical Trials: Planned for 2026.
The Opportunity
Respiratory viruses cause over $25B in annual economic loss in the U.S. NanoSTING offers a unique dual-use solution for seasonal outbreaks and biodefense, ensuring military readiness and public health resilience.
Technology Pipeline
NanoSTING-001 – Targets mild-to-moderate infections in high-risk groups; potential for military biodefense applications under the FDA’s Animal Rule.
NanoSTING-002 – First-in-class mucosal adjuvant for intranasal vaccines, improving immunity and blocking transmission.
Investment Details
🔹 Raising $4.5M via SAFE
🔹 Minimum investment: $100K.
🔹 Potential Exit: Licensing NanoSTING to vaccine partners and for biodefense applications within 3–4 years.
Why Now
With dual-use potential and strategic government backing, AuraVax is positioned to disrupt a $20B+ market. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this high-growth opportunity.
Event Details – Limited to Select Investors
📍 Location: Fogo de Chão
1775 Tysons Blvd Suite 50,
Tysons, VA 22102
📅 Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:30PM ET
⚠️ Exclusive Invite-Only Event – Seats Are Extremely Limited ⚠️
This invitation is extended only to accredited investors, family offices, and investment advisors. RSVP now to secure your place.
For details, or to request the executive summary or investment deck, please contact Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.
Secure your spot today. Spaces are limited and subject to review. We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of high-impact investing, powerful insights, and the future of prevention for respiratory pathogens.
Best regards,
Tien Wong
CEO
Opus8, Inc.

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 11:00am EDT
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of April 23rd, as well as the morning of April 24th.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 130th event (64th Virtual) over the last 14 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 30,000+ business leaders over the past 14 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 11:00am EDT
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of May 28th, as well as the morning of May 29th.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 131st event (65th Virtual) over the last 14 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 30,000+ business leaders over the past 14 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

NeuroEM Private Investor Meeting Dinner - In Person
Dear Investors,
Imagine a world where Alzheimer’s isn’t a life sentence but a treatable condition. NeuroEM is on the verge of making that a reality, and we invite you to be part of this breakthrough.
Join us for a private investor dinner on Thursday, March 27 at 5:30PM ET in Tysons Corner, Virginia, where you’ll gain early access to an opportunity poised to disrupt the $300B Alzheimer’s market.
Why You Should Attend
✔ First-Mover Advantage – Meet NeuroEM’s visionary team and discover how their FDA-designated Breakthrough Device is transforming Alzheimer’s treatment.
✔ A Game-Changing Solution – Backed by 10+ years of university research, 2 NIH grants, and 9 issued patents, this non-invasive device has clinically demonstrated cognitive improvement in Alzheimer’s patients within just two months.
✔ Network with Elite Investors – Connect with top-tier investors, family offices, and industry pioneers in an intimate, high-caliber setting.
The Science Behind NeuroEM
NeuroEM’s TEMT-RF (Transcranial Electro-Magnetic Treatment using Radio Frequencies) has shown remarkable success in clinical trials:
- 7 of 8 Alzheimer’s patients experienced cognitive improvement within just two months.
- Disrupts Alzheimer’s at its core by detoxifying the brain, reducing inflammation, and restoring cellular energy (ATP)—a trifecta never before achieved in Alzheimer’s treatment.
- 10 additional patents pending worldwide, with deep scientific validation from leading institutions and the NIH.
Why This Opportunity is Unique
The Alzheimer’s market is at a tipping point, and NeuroEM is first in line to redefine it.
- Raising $5M Seed Preferred (attractive pre-money valuation: $15M).
- Planned $5-10M Series A in 2025
- 55M+ patients worldwide, with healthcare systems spending 3x more on Alzheimer’s patients.
With the FDA’s Breakthrough Device designation, NeuroEM is positioned as an industry leader—offering a scalable, cost-effective alternative to pharmaceuticals with far superior results.
Event Details – Limited to Select Investors
📍 Location: Tysons Corner, VA (venue will be confirmed upon Registration)
📅 Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:30PM ET
⚠️ Exclusive Invite-Only Event – Seats Are Extremely Limited ⚠️
This invitation is extended only to accredited investors, family offices, and investment advisors. RSVP now to secure your place.
For details, or to request the executive summary or investment deck, please contact Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.
Secure your spot today. Spaces are limited and subject to review. We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of high-impact investing, powerful insights, and the future of Alzheimer’s treatment.
Best regards,
Tien Wong
CEO
Opus8, Inc.

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network
Thursday, March 27, 2025, 11:00am EDT
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of March 26th, as well as the morning of March 27th.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 129th event (63rd Virtual) over the last 14 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 30,000+ business leaders over the past 14 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Forum
CONNECTpreneur Forums are bi-monthly in person networking mashups, which have been attended by over 30,000 business leaders over the past 13 years.
Space is very limited at this venue, and this will another Sold Out in person event, so there will be no on-site registration.
All attendees must be pre-registered.
Program Highlights:
- We are capping attendance at 150+ business leaders, including 75+ angels and private investors, family offices, etc.
- Showcase of Emerging tech companies: A dedicated session for companies to showcase their groundbreaking ideas and innovations to a captivated audience of investors and industry experts.
- Heavy networking before, during, and after the event
Beverages and light fare will be provided.

ICaPath Private Investor Meeting - Virtual
Dear Esteemed Friends and Investors,
We are thrilled to invite you to a virtual Private Investor Presentation on Tuesday, March 4, at 11:30 AM EST, where we’ll introduce ICaPath—a company at the forefront of transforming cancer treatment.
In this exclusive session, you will get a first-look at one of the most disruptive immunotherapy delivery platforms in the Biotech industry. ICaPath is tackling the long-standing challenges of systemic delivery and targeted therapy failures in metastatic solid tumors, with an innovation poised to transform cancer care.
Why Attend?
ICaPath’s approach is a game-changer in the immunotherapy space, offering a novel drug-delivery platform with the potential to reverse decades of treatment failures. By attending this presentation, you’ll be among the first to learn about this revolutionary technology and its future potential.
As we approach our Series A round, we are offering exclusive access to this early investment opportunity. Seats are limited and demand is high—don’t miss your chance to get in early on this groundbreaking biotech venture.
ICaPath is already seeing significant momentum in the industry. The company has secured $8.5 million in funding and major institutional backing, with a lead investor committing $3 million to the Series A round. Their partnerships with top-tier clinical sites, including Johns Hopkins’ NCI-designated program, further validate the credibility and potential of this company.
With a $70 billion market opportunity, ICaPath’s innovations aim to tackle some of the most challenging cancers—Melanoma, Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Renal Cell Carcinoma, with plans to address pediatric cancers. Your investment doesn’t just promise financial returns—it could also transform the lives of millions of cancer patients worldwide.
Key Investment Highlights
Revolutionary Drug Delivery Platform: ICaPath is the only company offering systemic delivery of cytokines through PLGA nanoparticles, a unique approach that enhances treatment effectiveness while reducing side effects.
Massive Market Potential: With a total addressable market (TAM) of $70 billion, ICaPath’s solution is ideally positioned for combination therapies, further expanding its reach and efficacy.
Unmatched IP & Licensing Potential: The company holds a global “Composition of Matter” patent for cytokines loaded in PLGA nanoparticles. ICaPath’s strategic licensing plans are poised to generate millions in non-dilutive revenues from big pharma, with additional funding for FDA trials in key oncology indications.
Expert Leadership: The ICaPath management team brings decades of expertise in drug development, clinical trials, and licensing deals. Led by a CEO with an exceptional track record of successfully guiding biotech companies to IPO or strategic acquisition, ICaPath’s leadership is committed to delivering exceptional shareholder returns.
Near-Term Exit Potential: ICaPath is targeting a liquidity event within 2-3 years, offering the potential for early returns through a public offering or strategic acquisition.
A Proven Track Record of Success
Funding Commitment: With $8.5 million already invested, ICaPath is currently raising an additional $5 million in Series A funding, with a committed lead investor contributing $3 million. $2 million of this round is still available—position yourself now to join an already-oversubscribed round.
Accelerated Path to Clinical Trials: The company has secured GMP manufacturing for its IND submissions and has partnered with Johns Hopkins for first-in-human trials, ensuring a fast track for clinical development.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this industry-transforming opportunity.
We look forward to your participation on March 4. Secure your spot today and position yourself for the next wave of investment success!
Location
Online via Zoom
If you would like more information such as the Company's executive summary and/or investment deck, please email Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.
We will provide a confirmation email and a calendar invitation after you register.
Thanks much and all the best,
The Opus8 Team

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network
Thursday, February 27, 2025, 11:00am EST
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of February 26th, as well as the morning of February 27th.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 127th event (62nd Virtual) over the last 14 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 30,000+ business leaders over the past 14 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

SEEN AI Private Investor Meeting Dinner - In Person
Dear Investors,
We are thrilled to invite you to an Exclusive Private Investor Dinner on Thursday, February 13, at 5:30 PM PST, featuring SEEN AI, a groundbreaking AI platform revolutionizing television production for major studios.
This is your opportunity to engage with industry-leading innovators behind iconic shows like Survivor, The Apprentice, and Dancing With the Stars. Discover how SEEN AI is poised to disrupt a $70 billion industry and unlock vast potential in adjacent markets.
Why Attend?
✔ Exclusive Access: Gain insights directly from the visionary leaders of SEEN AI.
✔ Be Part of the Next Wave: Explore the future of AI-driven television production.
✔ Network with Peers: Join an intimate gathering of highly qualified investors and industry leaders at one of LA’s premier venues.
About SEEN AI
Founded and led by former TV Network Presidents and Executives, SEEN AI has developed proprietary technology that transforms television production from an inefficient, labor-intensive process to an agile, cost-effective solution—reducing costs by up to 80%.
With utility patents granted and pending, the platform integrates cutting-edge AI across every stage of production:
Mobile Casting: Talent and story discovery through an AI-powered social app.
Robot Filming: Autonomous mobile cameras, guided by AI.
AI Editing: Story-driven video assembly with event and emotion recognition.
SEEN AI has already garnered traction with major studios like MGM, Lionsgate and Fremantle Media, positioning itself as the business-to-enterprise solution for an evolving entertainment landscape.
Investment Opportunity
SEEN AI is seeking $1.5M in its Series Seed Round to scale its technology and integrate it across productions in:
Legacy Television
Digital & Social Platforms
Branded Content & Retail
Market Potential
TV Production Studios: $70B TAM
OTT Platforms (e.g., Netflix, YouTube, Roku): $10B TAM
Major Brands & Retail: $120B TAM
Why Invest in SEEN AI?
Proven Leadership: Founders and executives with an unparalleled track record in creating global TV hits.
Strong Investor Base: Backed by leaders from Apple, Nest Labs, and Paramount Television.
Patented Technology: Proprietary solutions addressing the entertainment industry’s most pressing challenges.
Event Details
📍 Location: Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse
10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 1700
Los Angeles, CA 90067
📅 Date: Thursday, February 13
🕔 Time: 5:30 PM PST
Limited Availability – RSVP Today
Attendance is exclusive to accredited investors, family offices, and investment advisors. Spaces are limited and subject to review. Secure your spot now to receive a confirmation email and calendar invitation.
For more details, including the executive summary or investment deck, please contact Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.
We look forward to welcoming you to this exclusive evening of insights, innovation, and opportunity.

Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Baltimore Forum - Feb 6th IN PERSON
Come join us in Baltimore, MD for a CONNECTpreneur Forum Event like you've never seen before! This event is set to be a smaller and more exclusive gathering, tailor-made for premium networking and connecting entrepreneurs with seasoned investors. With CONNECTpreneur's track record of fostering valuable connections and driving investment opportunities, attendees can expect an unparalleled platform to fuel their business growth.
Tickets will go FAST, as we only have a VERY limited number available!
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup, which has been attended by over 30,000 business leaders over the past 13 years.
Space is very limited at this venue, and we expect another Sold Out crowd, so there will be no on-site registration.
All attendees must be pre-registered.
Continental breakfast and unlimited coffee will be provided.
Program Highlights:
- We are capping attendance at 200 business leaders, including 75+ angels and private investors, family offices, etc.
- Investor and VIP Speakers who are deeply rooted in our community, sharing their insider knowledge and showcasing the innovation thriving in our region.
- Heavy networking before, during, and after the event
Company Showcase:
We will have a Rocket Pitch session with 8-12 emerging tech companies: A dedicated session for companies to showcase their groundbreaking ideas and innovations to a captivated audience of investors and industry experts.

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 11:00am EST
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of January 29th, as well as the morning of January 30th.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 125th event (61st Virtual) over the last 13 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 30,000+ business leaders over the past 13 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

CONNECTails Signature: Networking for Entrepreneurs & Investors
Join us for CONNECTails networking event, a joint production of CONNECTpreneur and Group 3D. CONNECTpreneur is the premiere networking and professional development organization for over 25,000 Entrepreneurs, VCs and angels, CEOs, and other business leaders in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
CONNECTails is where our community comes together to meet, greet, learn about new opportunities, network, imbibe, and relax in a lively professional atmosphere.
The event is a great opportunity for Life Sciences start-up companies seeking funding to introduce themselves, meet with potential investors, network with future employees, and connect with quality service providers.
Registration:
Attendees: Entrepreneurs Seeking Funding & Students - $35 in advance
Attendee: Investors, Government - $45 in advance
Attendee: Vendors and Service Providers - $75 in advance
Metro: Between Rosslyn and Court House stations on the Orange Line
Parking: Street, and Colonial lot at 1776 Wilson Boulevard (entrance on N. Quinn Street)
Includes: First drink ticket, hot appetizers, swag, one door prize chance
Dress: Professional casual
Music: Classic Rock and Jazz
Vibe: Select, friendly, positive, professional
Bring: Your own name badge from a previous event or conference. To this last point, a modest prize will be given to the attendee with the most improbable, random, or interesting name badge, subject entirely of course whims of the event organizers.
Our Honorary Hosts for the evening include Deb Hemingway, Managing Partner of Ecphora Capital. The Good Doctor Deb is an investor, entrepreneur, research scientist, strategic advisor, mover, shaker, and proven champion of start-ups in our region.
Our Host Committee is boosted this month by James Quigley, Entrepreneur in Residence at Osage Venture Partners. OVP believes disruptive innovation in work and education fuels human achievement. James works with present and future Osage companies to grow and develop healthy corporate cultures.
Also new to the Host Team this month is Jennifer O'Daniel of Virginia Venture Partners (formerly CIT GAP Funds). Jennifer leads pre-seed and seed-stage investments in tech companies.
And (drumroll) special thanks to DC’s one and only Mark Walsh, rejoining our Honorary Host cadre. Mark is a veteran broadcaster, serial entrepreneur, Presidential appointee, humanitarian, angel & venture investor, Rush Chair, and he’ll be damn glad to meet you.
Rounding out our awesome Honorary Host team are the Touchdown Twins Marty and Sotti Koev, founders of Koev Brothers Private Investor Group. The Koev Brothers focus on top performing early and later stage private operating companies and funds. They have expertise in private equity, bridge loans, capital introductions, and turnarounds.
All our Honorary Hosts look forward to meeting all attendees, talking shop, exploring investment opportunities, and enjoying a fun evening.
Big THANKS to our Sponsor
Life Science Wealth - Provides wealth consulting and financial advice exclusively to life science founders, executives and professionals. We use our proprietary methodology to create tailored Roadmaps of Success to achieve personal goals.
Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP - Finnegan is one of the largest IP law firms in the world. With offices around the world, the firm practices all aspects of patent, trademark, and copyright law, including counselling and litigation.
Kudos to our Exhibitors
...to be announced soon!
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Sponsorship and Entrepreneur Exhibitor slots are available. Send an email to Hank Dearden (hankd@iiid.com) for details and we'll take care of you right away.
Bring plenty of business cards, register today, we look forward to seeing you there!

Healthcare Investor Brunch @JPM Week
Don't miss this awesome JPM Week Kickoff investor networking brunch featuring dozens of healthcare and life sciences investors, and biotech and life sciences entrepreneurs and companies.
This "Sunday Brunch" is hosted by CONNECTpreneur, JP Morgan Chase & Co., First Republic Bank, and will be held Fogo de Chão in San Francisco, CA.
Light fare and unlimited coffee will be served.
Active accredited investors may attend at no cost.
For additional information regarding the event, or exhibiting or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Skylay Rallison at srallison@opus8.com

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network
Thursday, December 19, 2024, 11:00am EST
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of December 18th, as well as the morning of December 19th.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 123rd event (60th Virtual) over the last 13 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 25,000+ business leaders over the past 13 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

CONNECTpreneur Holiday Networking and Pitch Extravaganza
Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Forum
IN-PERSON
December 16th, 2024
Come join us in Tysons Corner, VA for a CONNECTpreneur Forum Event like you've never seen before!
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup, which has been attended by 25,000+ business leaders over the past 13 years and Is cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Space is very limited at this venue, and we expect another Sold Out crowd, so there will be no on-site registration.
All attendees must be pre-registered.
Program Highlights:
- Showcase of emerging tech companies: A dedicated session for companies to showcase their groundbreaking ideas and innovations to a captivated audience of investors and industry experts.
- We are capping attendance at 200 business leaders, including 75+ angels and private investors, family offices, etc.
- Speakers who are deeply rooted in our community, sharing their insider knowledge and showcasing the innovation thriving in our region.
- Heavy networking before, during, and after the event
Special Guests and Speakers:
TIEN WONG, Founder and Host, CONNECTpreneur
WILL CHOI, Assurance Partner, Forvis Mazars

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network
Thursday, November 21, 2024, 11:00am EST
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of November 20th, as well as the morning of November 21st.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 121st event (59th Virtual) over the last 13 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 25,000+ business leaders over the past 13 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

Orion Private Investor Meeting Dinner - In Person
Dear Friends and Investors,
Please join us for a special Private Investor Dinner on Wednesday, November 6 at 5:30 PM EST featuring Orion Biotechnology. Orion Biotechnology is developing next generation GPCR targeted therapeutics for metabolic disorders.
This meeting is only for accredited investors, investment advisors, and potential partners of the company.
OPPORTUNITY:
Current obesity drugs (e.g. Ozempic) have proven the market but induce negative side effects and have important clinical limitations. Leveraging a new approach and proprietary drug discovery platform to target G Protein-Coupled Receptors (GPCRs), Orion Biotechnology Canada Ltd. is advancing multiple obesity drug candidates with novel mechanisms of action that have the potential to overcome these limitations and become next-generation obesity drugs.
KEY INVESTMENT CONSIDERATIONS
Potential Blockbuster Lead Obesity Program - Orion’s GPR75 obesity program has a novel mechanism of action which could overcome the limitations of currently available treatments and become the next-generation obesity drug.
Proven Leadership Team - Orion is backed by a world class management team and board with proven track record, more than $3B in prior successful exits, and highly recognized scientific leadership including a Nobel prize winner that has three major biotech exits based on his research.
First Mover Advantage – Orion ‘s GPR75 obesity program is one of the most advanced in the industry targeted to be in the clinic in 2025.
High Potential Return - other companies with similar programs have demonstrated that Orion’s GPR75 obesity program has a multi-billion-dollar valuation potential.
Proprietary GPCR Technology – Orion has developed a novel approach and proprietary drug discovery platform (PROcisionXTM) designed to effectively target valuable GPCRs with industry leading efficiency.
Strong Risk Mitigation - Orion’s platform technology provides the company with multiple “shots on goal” and its drug candidates can be monetized at early stages of development without being fully commercialized.
Short-Term Return Potential - Orion has validated its technology and is poised to reach critical value inflection milestones over the next 12-24 months.
DEAL HIGHLIGHTS:
Funding History: Orion has raised over $39.6M of funding to date, which includes the award of over $5.5M in prestigious grants.
Fundraise: $5M Series A Extension - the company recently closed and oversubscribed a $15M Series A round of financing and currently has an open $5M extension of the Series A round.
Fundraise/Terms: priced round, $1.70/share, participating preferred shares offered with a 1x Preference
Pre-money Valuation: $50M
Lead Investor: Keiretsu Capital
Location
The Tower Club
8000 Towers Crescent Dr
Suite 1700
Vienna, VA 22182
If you would like more information such as the Company's executive summary and/or investment deck, please email Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.
We look forward to seeing you on November 6!
We will provide a confirmation email and a calendar invitation after you register.
Your attendance will be subject to client review and availability.
Thanks much and all the best,
The Opus8 Team

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network
Thursday, October 31, 2024, 11:00am EDT
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of October 30th, as well as the morning of October 31st.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 120th event (58th Virtual) over the last 13 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 25,000+ business leaders over the past 13 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

SEEN AI Private Investor Meeting Dinner - In Person
Dear Friends and Investors,
Please join us for a special Private Investor Dinner on Wednesday, October 30 at 5:30 PM EST featuring SEEN AI: An AI-integrated platform that automates television production for major TV studios. SEEN is a scalable AI-driven platform that provides opportunity for near unlimited growth and returns in a massive sector.
This meeting is only for accredited investors, investment advisors, and potential partners of the company.
ABOUT SEEN AI
Facing competition from streamers and online platforms for advertising revenues, TV networks and Hollywood studios are making lower-cost production a strategic priority.
SEEN AI is the B2B solution that will revolutionize the paradigm of television production. By integrating emerging AI technologies into an intelligent proprietary platform that automates almost every part of a studio workflow, SEEN AI reduces unscripted television production costs by over 80%.
PROPRIETARY TECHNOLOGY
SEEN AI brings together a suite of new technologies to optimize each stage of the production process:
• Mobile casting apps generate content, stories and user metadata.
• AI facial tracking systems govern patented robot cameras.
• AI editing powered by event recognition, emotion recognition and LLM story analysis.
Delivering huge cost efficiencies from casting through to delivery, SEEN AI is a licensable and scalable platform that is already gaining significant traction with major studios and is set to transform the way television is made.
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
The opportunity is to be part of the most disruptive technological shift in television since the digital revolution, transforming an inefficient and labor-intensive industry into an agile and cost-effective sector ready for the era of AI.
SEEN AI is seeking $1.5m as part of a Series Seed Round. Use of funds includes integration of SEEN AI tech within high-volume television productions in three content verticals.
HUGE MARKET POTENTIAL
The efficiencies of the SEEN AI platform are the declared strategic priority within two massive sectors, both of which are seeking access to lower-cost premium originals:
• TV Production Studios such as Disney, MGM, Warner, Sony Pictures, NBC Universal…
TAM: 250B
• OTT Platforms such as Tubi, Amazon Prime, Netflix, Roku, YouTube, Snap…
TAM: 100B
INVESTOR HIGHLIGHTS
• Executed development deals and significant traction with major studios including MGM, Lionsgate and Fremantle Media
• Leadership includes Founder of iconic Hollywood Studio 3 Ball Entertainment, former President of Paramount Television, Executives behind TV’s biggest shows including The Apprentice, Big Brother, Survivor, Dancing With the Stars, Shark Tank and Survivor.
• Investors include Former Director of Environmental Technology at Apple, Founder of Nest Labs Business Development Group, President of multiple international TV Networks, Founder and CEO of $100m+ unscripted Hollywood studio.
• Tech is proprietary, utility patents granted and pending.
Location
The Capital Grille
1861 International Dr.
McLean, VA 22102
If you would like more information such as the Company's executive summary and/or investment deck, please email Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.
We look forward to seeing you on October 30!
We will provide a confirmation email and a calendar invitation after you register.
Your attendance will be subject to client review and availability.
Thanks much and all the best,
The Opus8 Team

Healthcare Investor Cocktail Reception
Opus8 cordially invites you to a Healthcare Investor Cocktail Reception featuring dozens of healthcare and life sciences investors, and biotech and life sciences entrepreneurs and companies.
This Healthcare Investor Cocktail Reception is powered by CONNECTpreneur and sponsored by JP Morgan Chase & Co. Space is limited to 100 guests, so register now!
Location
Fogo de Chão
201 3rd St Suite 100,
San Francisco, CA 94103.
Light fare and refreshments will be served.
Active accredited investors may attend at no cost. All attendee and exhibitor registrations are subject to Organizer approval.
For additional information regarding the event, or exhibiting or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Skylay Rallison at srallison@opus8.com
20/20 GeneSystems Private Investor Dinner
Dear Friends and Investors:
Please join us for a Private Investor dinner on October 10, at 5:30pm EDT featuring 20/20 GeneSystems, Inc.
About 20/20 GeneSystems:
20/20 GeneSystems, Inc. is a clinical laboratory test developer based in Maryland with a primary focus on AI-powered blood tests for early cancer detection. We are currently the #2 market leader in the U.S. for multi-cancer early detection (MCED) blood tests. Our flagship product, OneTest™ for Multiple Cancers, is seeing rapid adoption in the MCED marketplace with ten consecutive quarters of sales growth.
Minimum investment is $100,000.
Key Highlights:
· 10 consecutive quarters of cancer testing revenue growth w/ line-of-sight to profitability
· Huge Market Potential: Medicare reimbursement for MCEDs expected by 2028 opening the door to a $2 billion revenue opportunity for OneTest
· Sophisticated Shareholder Base: Including Fujifilm (via acquisition), PingAn Ventures, Morgan Stanley (via Acquisition), Brevet Capital, Keiretsu Capital, and leading Family Offices
· IPO Ready w/ PCAOB audits, board processes, etc.
· $5M+ in research grants/contracts from National Cancer Institute (NCI) and other government agencies.
· Ranked #134 on 2023 Inc. 5000 list of the “Fastest Growing Companies in America” (#1 in Maryland)
· Team has 100+ years of experience in diagnostics and life sciences. Multiple big exits in diagnostics and MedTech by management team and board
· New longevity blood test to launch this year
Opportunity:
20/20 offers a very unique investment opportunity combining the big upside and impact of biotech coupled with a strong likelihood of near-term ROI due to our commercial traction and large, growing addressable market. With a proven track record of revenue growth, strong partnerships, and market leadership, 20/20 is poised to capture a large share of the growing MCED market. By offering a more affordable, accessible, and accurate blood test for multiple cancers, 20/20 is creating a new standard of care that can benefit millions of people worldwide.
The Investment / Investor Returns:
We are raising $10 million in two tranches: a $3 million tranche with a royalty repayment add-on followed by $7 million tranche. Investors in this round can look forward to relatively quick exits as we are an early and successful entrant into a market that many large diagnostics and lab companies will seek to enter ahead of Medicare reimbursement in 2028. 20/20 is IPO ready with public company audits completed since 2019 and the requisite Board processes in place should we decide to go public when the small cap markets rebound, as expected, in 2025.
Location
Tysons Plaza Conference Center
First Floor Main Lobby (entrance is adjacent to American Prime Restaurant)
1420 Spring Hill Road
McLean, VA, 22102
If you would like more information such as the Company's executive summary and/or investment deck, please email Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.
We look forward to seeing you on October 10!
We will provide a confirmation email and a calendar invitation after you register.
Your attendance will be subject to client review and availability.
Thanks much and all the best,
The Opus8 Team
Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Baltimore Forum
Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Baltimore Forum
IN-PERSON
October 8th, 2024
Come join us in Baltimore, MD for a CONNECTpreneur Forum Event like you've never seen before! This event is set to be a smaller and more exclusive gathering, tailor-made for premium networking and connecting entrepreneurs with seasoned investors. With CONNECTpreneur's track record of fostering valuable connections and driving investment opportunities, attendees can expect an unparalleled platform to fuel their business growth.
Tickets will go FAST, as we only have a VERY limited number available!
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup, which has been attended by over 30,000 business leaders over the past 13 years.
Space is very limited at this venue, and we expect another Sold Out crowd, so there will be no on-site registration.
All attendees must be pre-registered.
Continental breakfast and unlimited coffee will be provided.
Program Highlights:
- We are capping attendance at 200 business leaders, including 75+ angels and private investors, family offices, etc.
- Investor and VIP Speakers who are deeply rooted in our community, sharing their insider knowledge and showcasing the innovation thriving in our region.
- Heavy networking before, during, and after the event
Company Showcase:
We will have a Rocket Pitch session with 8-12 emerging tech companies: A dedicated session for companies to showcase their groundbreaking ideas and innovations to a captivated audience of investors and industry experts. Companies will be introduced by:
MARK HAAS, CEO, Association for Enterprise Growth
ANTHONY MILLIN - Founder and Co-Chair, NEXT, powered by Shulman Rogers
Presenting Companies will be announced on October 1, 2024.
SPEAKERS
S. TIEN WONG - CEO, Opus8; Founder, Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Forum
ALEX TRIANTIS, DEAN, Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
KEVIN ANDERSON, Secretary of Commerce, Maryland Department of Commerce
KELLY SCHULTZ, CEO, Maryland Tech Council
TROY LEMAILE-STOVALL, CEO, TEDCO
DEBORAH HEMINGWAY, Managing General Partner, Ecphora Capital
URVASHI BHATNAGAR, Managing General Partner, The Good Science Fund
JACK MINER, Chief Investment Officer, TEDCO
ELIZABETH CHO-FERTIKH, Managing Partner, MEDA Ventures
CONNECTails Signature: Networking for Entrepreneurs & Investors
Join us for CONNECTails networking event, a joint production of CONNECTpreneur and Group 3D. CONNECTpreneur is the premiere networking and professional development organization for over 25,000 Entrepreneurs, VCs and angels, CEOs, and other business leaders in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
CONNECTails is where our community comes together to meet, greet, learn about new opportunities, network, imbibe, and relax in a lively professional atmosphere.
The event is a great opportunity for start-up companies seeking funding to introduce themselves, meet with potential investors, network with future employees, and connect with quality service providers.
Registration:
Attendees: Entrepreneurs Seeking Funding & Students - $35 in advance
Attendee: Investors, Government - $45 in advance
Attendee: Vendors and Service Providers - $75 in advance
Metro: Between Rosslyn and Court House stations on the Orange Line
Parking: Street, and Colonial lot at 1776 Wilson Boulevard (entrance on N. Quinn Street)
Includes: First drink ticket, hot appetizers, swag, one door prize chance
Dress: Professional casual
Music: Classic Rock and Jazz
Vibe: Select, friendly, positive, professional
Bring: Your own name badge from a previous event or conference. To this last point, a modest prize will be given to the attendee with the most improbable, random, or interesting name badge, subject entirely of course whims of the event organizers.
Our Honorary Hosts for the evening include Deb Hemingway, Managing Partner of Ecphora Capital. The Good Doctor Deb is an investor, entrepreneur, research scientist, strategic advisor, mover, shaker, and proven champion of start-ups in our region.
Joining Deb is Urvashi Bhatnagar, Managing Director of The Good Science Fund. This is an early stage venture fund investing in privately held healthcare and climate focused companies that will drive wellness for future generations.
We’re happy to have Jean-Luc Park join our impressive cadre of Honorary Hosts. Jean-Luc is Senior Director of Social Impact Funds at TEDCO, has been in the impact investing space for decades, and is an elite member of the regional People Who Know a Lot of Helpful People club.
Rounding out our awesome Honorary Host team are the Touchdown Twins Marty and Sotti Koev, founders of Koev Brothers Private Investor Group. The Koev Brothers focus on top performing early and later stage private operating companies and funds. They have expertise in private equity, bridge loans, capital introductions, and turnarounds.
All our Honorary Hosts look forward to meeting all attendees, talking shop, exploring investment opportunities, and enjoying a fun evening.
Kudos to our Exhibitors and Sponsors!
Anantyx Cloud Command - Anantyx Cloud Command simplifies cloud management and democratizes cloud access, saving organizations time, money, & personnel while increasing efficiency, user experience, and market competitiveness.
World Tree Technologies - World Tree offers nature-based solutions to global challenges. They develop carbon forestry projects for the purpose of native forest protection, renewable timber production and carbon sequestration.
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Sponsorship and Entrepreneur Exhibitor slots are available. Send an email to Hank Dearden (hankd@iiid.com) for details and we'll take care of you right away.
Bring plenty of business cards, register today, we look forward to seeing you there!

Big Idea CONNECTpreneur PREMIUM- August 8th IN PERSON in DC
Big Idea CONNECTpreneur
Washington DC - IN PERSON
August 8, 2024
A Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Forum Event like you've never seen before!
ATTENDANCE IS LIMITED to 150 Guests, mostly Investors and Founders/Entrepreneurs.
This event is a smaller and more exclusive gathering, tailor-made for premium networking and connecting entrepreneurs with seasoned investors. With CONNECTpreneur's track record of fostering valuable connections and driving investment opportunities, attendees can expect an unparalleled platform to fuel their business growth. This will be our 60th consecutive SOLD OUT event.
Tickets will go FAST, as we only have a VERY limited number available for this premium event!
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- 250 business leaders, including 120+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 100+ angels & VCs
- ROCKET PITCH SHOWCASE of 10 promising Emerging tech companies
- Panel of All Star VCs and investors
- Heavy NETWORKING throughout
Wine & Cheese Reception in the Atrium
Speakers
S. TIEN WONG - CEO, Opus8; Founder, Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Forum
NISHAUD RAJCOOMAR - General Manager, The City Club of Washington
MARK HAAS, CEO, Association for Enterprise Growth
ANTHONY MILLIN - Founder and Chair, NEXT, powered by Shulman Rogers

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network
Thursday, July 25, 2024, 11:00am EDT
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of July 24th, as well as the morning of July 25th.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 115th event (56th Virtual) over the last 13 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 25,000+ business leaders over the past 13 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

CONNECTails Signature: Networking for Entrepreneurs & Investors
Join us for CONNECTails networking event, a joint production of CONNECTpreneur and Group 3D. CONNECTpreneur is the premiere networking and professional development organization for over 25,000 Entrepreneurs, VCs and angels, CEOs, and other business leaders in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
CONNECTails is where our community comes together to meet, greet, learn about new opportunities, network, imbibe, and relax in a lively professional atmosphere.
The event is a great opportunity for start-up companies seeking funding to introduce themselves, meet with potential investors, network with future employees, and connect with quality service providers.
Registration:
Attendees: Entrepreneurs Seeking Funding & Students - $35 in advance
Attendee: Investors, Government - $45 in advance
A ttendee: Vendors and Service Providers - $75 in advance
O OtherMetro: Between Rosslyn and Court House stations on the Orange Line
Parking: Street, and Colonial lot at 1776 Wilson Boulevard (entrance on N. Quinn Street)
Includes: First drink ticket, hot appetizers, swag, one door prize chance
Dress: Professional casual
Music: Classic Rock and Jazz
Vibe: Select, friendly, positive, professional
Bring: Your own name badge from a previous event or conference. To this last point, a modest prize will be given to the attendee with the most improbable, random, or interesting name badge, subject entirely of course whims of the event organizers.
Shout out to our Honorary Host, a big champion of DC regional start-up companies, angel and venture investor, AOL OG, and Rush Chairman who is Damn Glad to Meet You our own Mr. Mark Walsh.
Also joining us as Honorary Host is Deb Hemingway, Managing Partner of Ecphora Capital. Deb is an investor, entrepreneur, research scientist, strategic advisor, and proven champion of start-ups in our region. We’re happy to have her join us!
We Welcome our Exhibitors!
FireBot Technologies - FireBot makes products that can stop half of all residential fires and stop half of all water leak damage. Equal to Billions and Billions of dollars per year. Insurance Companies Love Us.
Our hosts look forward to meeting all attendees, talking shop, and enjoying a fun evening!
MORE ANNOUNCEMENTS SOON!
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Entrepreneur Exhibitor slots are available. Send an email to Hank Dearden (hankd@iiid.com) for details and we'll take care of you right away.
Bring plenty of business cards, register today, we look forward to seeing you there!

Healthcare Investor Brunch
Don't miss this awesome investor networking brunch featuring dozens of healthcare and life sciences investors, and biotech and life sciences entrepreneurs and companies.
This "Sunday Brunch" is hosted by CONNECTpreneur, JP Morgan Chase & Co., First Republic Bank, and will be held at Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse in San Diego, CA.
Light fare and unlimited coffee will be served.
Active accredited investors may attend at no cost.
For additional information regarding the event, or exhibiting or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com

IMEROPEX Private Investor Dinner
Dear Friends and Investors:
Please join us for a special IMEROPEX Private Investor Dinner on Tuesday, May 28 at 5:30 PM EST featuring IMEROPEX™.
This is for accredited investors and potential partners of the Company. IMEROPEX provides public and private crisis and risk managers with a Persistent Environment for Experimentation and Rehearsal (PEER) that immerses their operators in crisis action scenarios and then decomposes them to understand causality. The IMEROPEX service will help crisis managers anticipate risks while determining optimum mitigation strategies. IMEROPEX also advances the use of the patent pending Full Dive VR Units (FDVUs) that will give customers a multi-sensory experience almost indistinguishable from the real world. The Company is currently raising $1.5 million for product development and growth through the planning and execution of a pilot IMEROPEX event on School Safety
Key Investment Considerations
Huge Market
The market for crisis risk prediction and mitigation in both the public and private sectors is huge. IMEROPEX will intersect and shape the following global markets: the $8.1 Billion Crisis Management Insurance Market; $12.7 Billion modeling and simulation market; the $132.4 Billion Crisis Management Market; and the $22 Billion Virtual Reality Market. Target clients include public and private crisis/emergency managers; first responders; private security firms; and crisis management insurance brokers and underwriters. The IMEROPEX beachhead will be school safety—with an initial focus on Texas. But that beachhead will expand to other states and themes in the coming years.
Differentiators
The Company offers a fully immersive and integrated “Full Dive” VR experience provided by its Full Dive Virtual Reality Units (FDVUs). Google, Apple, Meta (Reality Labs), Microsoft, Unity, and other vendors are all developing and marketing selected VR system components such as headsets, treadmills, haptic gloves, body suits, and game engines but none are currently offering a fully immersive and integrated “Full Dive” VR experience. Multiple Federal Contractors and VR studios are also offering VR services for operational training, but very few provide VR as a service for risk analysis and crisis mitigation.
World Class Team
The IMEROPEX team includes software/hardware engineers, mathematicians, and medical professionals with over ten decades of VR development, modeling and simulation, and data science experience.
The Investment
IMEROPEX founder has invested $500,000 to date and is currently raising $1.5 million for product development and execution of a significant pilot event with a major customer. Minimum investment size is $100,000.
Investor Traction: IMEROPEX is a member of the Microsoft Startup Hub and has the equivalent of $200K in engineering support and Azure cloud credits. IMEROPEX also executed a term sheet and SOW with KiwiTech for collaborative development and has verbal commitments from two investors.
This is for ACCREDITED INVESTORS and Investment Advisors ONLY
Location
Tysons Conference Plaza
1420 Spring Hill Road
McLean, VA, 22102
If you would like more information such as the Company's executive summary and/or investment deck, please email Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.
We will provide a confirmation email and a calendar invitation after you register. Here is the link to register: https://IMEROPEXMayDinner.eventbrite.com
Thanks much and all the best,
The Opus8 Team

MediMergent Private Investor Dinner
Dear Friends and Investors:
Please join us for a special Private Investor Reception on Tuesday, May 21 at 5:30 PM EDT featuring MediMergent (the "Company"), a Real-World Data (RWD) and Evidence (RWE) company committed to humanizing healthcare by unifying patient engagement, proprietary digital technologies, and predictive analytics.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
We produce actionable RWE for diverse healthcare stakeholders through the collection, integration, analysis, and interrogation of multiple sources of RWD from the context of the patient. These sources include medical records, pharmacy and insurance data, laboratory and images, genomics, and importantly, information directly from the “Voice of the Patient”, unfiltered by any third party. Our solutions are utilized to manage diverse research designs that revolutionize product development and commercialization, increase value-based care for payers and providers, and generate insights for improved decision-making across the entire healthcare ecosystem.
We turn data into value through the deployment of AI-driven technologies including applications using synthetic virtual humans and biosensors. Advanced analytics applied to the disparate patient-centric data sources produce adjudicated, reliable, and truthful information that is collected across the healthcare product and service delivery life cycle. By putting the patient at the center of the narrative, our interoperability provides holistic 360-degree views capturing a range of human differences, geographies, diseases and treatment modalities.
Founded as an outgrowth of a long-term collaboration with the Food and Drug Administration, the Company is a mature start-up, revenue-generating, and profitable across the last two years. We have emerging customers from pharma, academia, health insurers/plans, and other healthcare service companies. The founders of our Company have developed ground-breaking therapies and technologies that enable healthcare stakeholders to deliver solutions that improve patients’ lives. Although multiple competitors offer segments of our digital solutions, to our knowledge, there are no competitors, at this time, that integrate all of our software, applications, and service components.
Our “secret sauce” is the development and deployment of virtual humans, customized to incorporate the physical characteristics of caregivers with whom they would feel most comfortable based on sex, age, race, and ethnicity. The AI-driven algorithms track facial expressions, perceived attitudes, comprehension, intent, and overall comfort with the interactions and make adjustments accordingly. Distribution of the data to pre-defined caregivers is managed by the patient via secure, HIPAA-compliant operating systems and procedures. MediMergent owns all of the Intellectual Property and the highly valuable data. Revenue is generated via fee-for-service, licensing of our applications, and subscription agreement for access to data.
FUND INFORMATION
The ASK: $3 million
Uses of Funds:
• Develop the platform from script-based to generative AI
• Conduct a pilot to validate technology
• Sign a minimum of 3 licensing agreements to commercialize the platform
• Expand development staff
NOTE: This Presentation/Reception is for Accredited Investors who can invest $250,000 and Investor Representatives only.
Location
Tysons Plaza Conference Center
First Floor (adjacent to American Prime Restaurant)
1420 Spring Hill Road
McLean, VA, 22102
Light fare, wine, and other refreshments will be served. If you would like more information such as the Company's executive summary and/or investment deck, please email Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.
We will provide a confirmation email and a calendar invitation after you register. Here is the link to register: https://MediMergentMay21.eventbrite.com
Thanks much and all the best,
The Opus8 Team

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of March 27th, as well as the morning of March 28th.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 109th event (49th Virtual) over the last 12 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 25,000+ business leaders over the past 12 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.

Big Idea CONNECTpreneur PREMIUM Forum - March 14th IN PERSON in DC
A Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Forum Event like you've never seen before!
ATTENDANCE IS LIMITED to 150 Guests, mostly Investors and Founders/Entrepreneurs.
This event is a smaller and more exclusive gathering, tailor-made for premium networking and connecting entrepreneurs with seasoned investors. With CONNECTpreneur's track record of fostering valuable connections and driving investment opportunities, attendees can expect an unparalleled platform to fuel their business growth. This will be our 60th consecutive SOLD OUT event.
Tickets will go FAST, as we only have a VERY limited number available for this premium event!
CONNECTpreneur Forums are bi-monthly in person networking mashups, which have been attended by over 25,000 business leaders over the past 12 years.
Space is very limited at this venue, and we expect another Sold Out crowd, so there will be no on-site registration.
All attendees must be pre-registered.
Program Highlights:
- Updates from Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development, District of Columbia; George Washington University, and the Golden Triangle Business Improvement District
- We are capping attendance at 150+ business leaders, including 75+ angels and private investors, family offices, etc.
- Showcase of Emerging tech companies
- Heavy networking before, during, and after the event

Cuebric Private Investor Dinner - In-Person
Please join us for a special Private Investor Reception on Wednesday, March 6 at 5:30 PM ESTfeaturing Cuebric (the "Company"), one of the most disruptive AI technologies we have seen, with an unlimited opportunity for growth and tremendous returns. Currently being used by the world’s top movie studios and media companies including Apple, NVIDIA, and SONY, the Company's technology is establishing a new standard in the format for content creation. This meeting is only for accredited investors, investment advisers, and potential partners of the Company.
OPPORTUNITY
The opportunity is to be part of a paradigm-shifting proprietary technology that revolutionizes the way we work and will impact millions of people in the coming years. Cuberic puts all the most essential creative AI tools under one roof, enabling a 5:1 time savings and disruptively increased efficiency. The Company is currently raising $4 million this round for growth and expansion. $500k has been circled so far.
KEY INVESTMENT CONSIDERATIONS
Massive market: $1 Trillion TAM expected to grow to $2.6T by 2030.
Major traction: Current customers include Sony, Apple, NVIDIA, WPP, and several film studios.
Highly disruptive affordable web-based software: Generates 5-10x cost and time savings. Professional users drive and influence mass adoption.
World-class team: Combination of AI, technology, sales, and marketing with hundreds of years of combined experience at Fortune 500 companies including Google, Apple, Amazon, Meta, Publicis, AOL, Jet Blue, TikTok, Intel, Airbnb, GAP, Hummer, Cadillac, Nike, Coca-Cola and J.Crew.
HUGE MARKET POTENTIAL
Cuebric is playing in a trillion-dollar market and can be used in nearly every industry.
TAM 2023: $1.23 T
TAM 2030: $2.46 T
SAM 2023: $1.19 T
SAM 2030: $2.35 T
TRACTION
Company has raised $1.5m to date, with no debt. Company has already circled $500k for this current round
Cuebric has already signed Enterprise Accounts: Apple, NVIDIA, WPP, and Sony.
NVIDIA Invested $100K while they were building MVP.
Currently Generating Income Pre-Launch
This is a plug-and-play product, the company’s MVP is perfected.
Through a SaaS subscription model, customers can work on any computer.
NOTE: This Presentation / Reception is for Accredited Investors with the ability to invest $100,000 and Investor Representatives only.
Location
Tysons Plaza Conference Center
First Floor (adjacent to American Prime Restaurant)
1420 Spring Hill Road
McLean, VA, 22102
Light fare, wine, and other refreshments will be served. If you would like more information such as the Company's executive summary and/or investment deck, please email Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.
We will provide a confirmation email and a calendar invitation after you register. Here is the link to register: https://CuebricMarch6.eventbrite.com
Thanks much and all the best,
The Opus8 Team

Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur
We will email you the LINK to this special event on the evening of February 28th, as well as the morning of February 29th.
About this Event:
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the greatest number of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
This will be our 107th event (48th Virtual) over the last 13 years.
CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup that has been attended by 25,000+ business leaders over the past 12 years. Our events are cited as "The Best Networking Events in the MidAtlantic" by independent media as well as over 70% of surveyed past attendees.
Program Highlights:
- "Virtual Networking" pre and post-program - via Private Message, and Breakout Rooms
- We feature Breakout Rooms after the Pitch portion of the events. Each Breakout Room is hosted by a Presenting Company. Attendees will be able to enter and leave any Breakout Room at their convenience.
- Who will be online? We expect 400+ business leaders, including 150+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 150+ angels & VCs from around the USA.
- "Rocket Pitch" Showcase of promising emerging tech companies.
- These are virtual "Meetings" NOT "webinars". All attendees can see and direct message all other attendees.
- Investor Polling: Investors can indicate their interest in each Presenting Company for post-event follow-up.
- We will publish a full list of all registrants - name, title, and company name to enhance networking.
All attendees must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite site.