Curious about how venture capital (VC) firms identify and invest in the next big idea? During this immersive, two-day Professional Edge training, you'll explore the structure and inner workings of a VC firm, understand how to evaluate companies based on their stage (early stage), and develop a research-backed case for investing in a startup.

You'll work individually and in teams to tackle real-world scenarios, apply what you learn immediately, and receive feedback from an industry expert.

Whether you aspire to join a VC firm or simply understand how investors think, this experience will give you the tools and confidence to navigate the venture capital landscape.

You'll learn to:

• Build a networking strategy for sourcing deals that aligns with ethical and reputational best practices.
• Assess a startup's market size, competitors, and growth potential to determine whether it's a good fit for investment.
• Synthesize research into an investment memo.
• Present and defend an investment case.
• Understand the key terms in an investment term sheet.
• Map out a career roadmap in venture capital with actionable goals for one, three, and five years.
   

Schedule

• Friday, April 10, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (in-person)
• Friday, April 17, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (in-person)
   

Earn a Microcredential

Participants who attend both days of this program and fulfill all requirements are eligible to earn a Venture Capitol Essentials microcredential. This portable, verifiable credential can be shared on platforms like LinkedIn, showcasing your expertise to potential employers and offering tangible proof of in-demand competencies.
 

About the Instructor

Nathan Apsel is the COO, CFO, and partner at Maveron, where he uses his experience and thought leadership to provide meaningful insights across areas of finance, operations, and strategic projects. Prior to joining Maveron, Apsel served as the CFO at Paradigm and 8VC. He has also held a role as a senior manager at PwC. Apsel received his MAcc and BS from the University of Oregon.