Johnson Innovation Speaker Series

Schedule

Wed Nov 18 2026 at 12:15 pm to 01:30 pm

UTC-05:00
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George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business and Economics | Spartanburg, SC

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About this Event

Join us for an engaging conversation with Matt Dunbar, Co-Founder and Managing Director of VentureSouth, one of the largest angel investment networks in the Southeast. Drawing from his experience as an entrepreneur and investor, Matt will share practical insights on building innovative ventures, attracting investment, and why adaptability is a critical advantage for entrepreneurs and business leaders alike.

VentureSouth has deployed over $100 million in more than 130 early-stage companies, and the group has been recognized numerous times as a top 10 angel group in North America by the Angel Capital Association.

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George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business and Economics, 160 East Saint John Street, Spartanburg, United States

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