Lean budgets. Limited IPO exits in uncertain markets. Shrinking venture capital. Hypervaluations for megastars like Facebook and LinkedIn; mediocre values for most others. The path to financing in today's economy can be uncertain and out of focus. Despite these challenges, funding opportunities still exist.

Through a series of panel discussions, we will advise an audience of technology company executives, investors, and advisers on how to successfully position a company for financing.

Session topics will include:

• Venture Capital Financing in Today's Market — Trends and Challenges
• Commercial Financing and Venture Debt — What Every Entrepreneur Should Be Thinking About
• To SharesPost and Beyond — Secondary Sales for Private Company Shares
• What's Hot in M&A — How to Build and Position Your Company for Sale

There is no cost to participate in this program, but pre-registration is required. To participate, please use the Register Today button above, the Yes I Can Attend Button below, or simply register here.

Please contact Cheryl Winkowski at cwinkowski@foley.com or visit Foley.com/ETCSV for more information.

James C. Chapman is the Foley attorney responsible for the content of this program.