We're committed to working with entrepreneurs.
MAVA has a long history of entrepreneurial outreach. Clearly, seasoned and aspiring entrepreneurs alike play an important role in the venture lifecycle: the success of all venture capitalists depends on steady and cutting-edge entrepreneurial activity.
Now we're solidifying the relationship between entrepreneurs and VCs in the region with two affiliate programs, VentureLink and CEOConnect. Designed for a select group of entrepreneurs, these MAVA initiatives provide a strategic access point between entrepreneurs and investors.
Isn't it time we connected?
Through VentureLink and CEOConnect, company executives gain greater access to experienced investors, while VCs gain greater access to quality deal flow and top management talent.
If you're a skilled entrepreneur with a solid track record, we can help you forge closer ties with:
- leading venture capitalists, and other investment professionals
- other successful entrepreneurs
- experts in your industry sector
Join a select group of your peers.
If you are CXO-level with a company in the region and fit any of the following criteria, we invite you to apply to the VentureLink program:
- currently CXO-level with a venture-backed or pre-venture company
- an emerging entrepreneur who has received angel and/or friends & family funding
- a serial entrepreneur (whether or not you're currently with a venture-backed company)
- a MAVA venture fair alum (Capital Connection, BioConnection, Mid-Atlantic Bio)
Select VentureLink applicants with CEO- or ex-CEO status will be eligible to participate in the CEOConnect program (if you're a CEO and you're interested in participating in CEOConnect, be sure to note that on your application to VentureLink).
All interested participants must formally apply and be accepted. We will review all applications and determine program eligibility on a case-by-case basis. Selection criteria varies across the two initiatives, and participation is on an individual, rather than on a company basis.
Enjoy these program benefits.
Apply for Venture Link or CEOConnect
Application Process:
Applications are reviewed prior to acceptance. Upon acceptance, MAVA will send notification and applications will not be processed until payment is received.
- Applicants must meet all on-line criteria for affiliation noted above.
- Applicants must complete the application for approval.
- Once notified of application approval, you will be eligible for benefits.
- Fees are calendar year and are due upon receipt.
- Annual fees are $100 for Venture Link and $1,000 for CEO Connect.
Download the application and email it to Carmen@mava.org. A MAVA staff member will contact you soon.
