Venture Capital 101: The Basics of Venture Investing
Schedule
Tue Apr 08 2025 at 12:00 pm to 01:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Dirksen Senate Office Building | Washington, DC

About this Event
Join NVCA and the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business for an insightful session on the fundamentals of venture capital, including:
• How the venture capital model works
• VC’s essential role in the private capital ecosystem
• VC’s impact on innovation, economic growth, and job creation
This event will provide a deep dive into the current VC landscape and its influence on entrepreneurship. Attendees will include congressional staff, industry executives, policymakers, and other stakeholders looking to better understand venture capital’s role in shaping the future of business and technology.
Featured Speakers:
• Les Alexander, Endowed Professor & Professor of Practice, UVA Darden School of Business, and Partner, Jefferson Capital Partners
• Bobby Franklin, President & CEO, National Venture Capital Association (NVCA)
Lunch will be provided. For a smooth check-in, please register using your name as it appears on your ID. Additional details will be shared upon registration.
Where is it happening?
Dirksen Senate Office Building, Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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