NVCA produces webcasts at least quarterly on topics of high interest to the venture community. Below is a listing of recent webcasts that are available for members and non-members. Members are offered free access to these programs (members will be prompted to log-in to access the link). Non-members can purchase the recording for $275.
Before purchasing a webcast archive, you will be prompted to log-in to our online product catalog. Non-members who have never registered for a NVCA event or purchased a product will need to first create a profile. For archives that are less than 12 months old, a link and access information will be emailed to you once the purchase has been completed. For archives that are more than 12 months old, a CD of the audio presentation will be mailed to you after the purchase has been made. Please allow 2 weeks for delivery.
Recorded on April 5, 2012
This program details the specific provisions of the JOBS Act that have direct implications for venture capital firms and emerging growth companies, including the cost of going public, how companies can now communicate with the investment community and research coverage of emerging growth companies.
This program is complimentary. Click here to listen to the recording.
The NYSE Euronext also hosted a webcast on the JOBS Act implications for capital market professionals, Pre-IPO companies and private offerings. To view their webcast, please click here.
Recorded on March 16, 2012
A growing number of venture capitalists are finding themselves working with or expanding their relationships with a wide variety of corporations. Whether the motive is finding strategic investors for current portfolio companies or a possible exit path, being well educated in the benefits and challenges of working with corporates is increasingly important. This webcast features a dynamic discussion among three leading corporate strategic investors and covers important topics such as deal origination, managing conflicts between financial return and strategic goals, deal terms, and challenges of the long term nature of venture vs. the short term demands within a corporation.
Sponsored by Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
NVCA Members may access this program free through the members-only section. Log-in on the top of this page and then click on "available online"
Fee: Free for NVCA Members (available online); $275 for non-members (via the Product Catalog).
Recorded on January 27, 2012
Listen to this webcast to hear from several LPs on their outlook for the future of the venture capital industry, what needs to happen before the fundraising environment can turnaround, and what venture fund strategies are most attractive to them.
Sponsored by DLA Piper
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Fee: Free for NVCA Members (available online); $275 for non-members (via the Product Catalog).
Recorded on December 9, 2011
During this presentation, SecondMarket’s Chief Strategy Officer, Jeremy Smith, and Managing Director, Adam Oliveri, present their views on the evolution of the secondary market, the public policy debate surrounding it and the underlying transaction process and mechanics of private company marketplaces.
Sponsored by SecondMarket
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Fee: Free for NVCA Members (available online); $275 for non-members (via the Product Catalog).
Recorded on November 4, 2011
As new opportunities present themselves, venture capital firms have to adjust their strategy and team in order to deliver strong returns to their investors. However, each venture capital firm is different and different strategies have proven successful. Listen to this webcast and hear from an industry veteran (Ed Colloton of Bessemer Venture Partners) and an LP (Gabrielle Zadra of Cliffwater) about the decision processes, team changes and other considerations needed as a venture firms enter/exit new sectors, stages and geographies.
Sponsored by Dow Jones & Company
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Fee: Free for NVCA Members (available online); $275 for non-members (via the Product Catalog).
Recorded on September 23, 2011
Considering the volatility in the public markets, many venture capitalists are contemplating the impact on the IPO market for venture-backed companies for the remainder of 2011. This timely webcast features a discussion of the current state of the capital markets, an outlook, and best practices for getting portfolio companies ready for an IPO.
Sponsored by Proskauer LLP
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Fee: Free for NVCA Members (available online); $275 for non-members (via the Product Catalog).
Recorded on April 29, 2011
With an increase in the number of secondary transaction options available for private company securities, and in light of the significant scrutiny of this phenomenon in the media and by the SEC, venture capitalists and their portfolio companies need to know the legal and practical considerations. This webcast discusses the following topics:
Sponsored by Davis Polk LLP
Fee: Free for NVCA Members and non-members
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Recorded on March 18, 2011
This webcast provides an overview of the current state of the M&A market for venture-backed companies, the forecast for the remainder of 2011, trends in transaction terms and structure, and the viability of alternatives to M&A.
Sponsored by Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati LLP
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Fee: Free for NVCA Members (available online); $275 for non-members (via the Product Catalog).
Recorded on January 21, 2011
Listen to this timely and important discussion on the latest strategies needed for a successful fundraising effort. With many traditional capital sources reducing their allocations to the venture capital industry, venture capital firms need to be increasingly savvy to retain their investor base and to attract new investors. This webcast includes the perspective of GPs who have recently closed a new fund and LPs who are deploying capital to the venture capital asset class.
Sponsored by DLA Piper LLP
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Fee: Free for NVCA Members (available online); $275 for non-members (via the Product Catalog).
Recorded on November 12, 2010
This webcast covers a discussion of recent courts rulings that are impacting venture-backed companies in a variety of sectors including: Business Method Patents, eBay vs. MercExchange and Open Source Software.
Sponsored by Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati LLP
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Fee: Free for NVCA Members (available online); $275 for non-members (via the Product Catalog).
Recorded on September 17, 2010
Today, many start ups go global from day one. The decision where to expand internationally is one that requires a great deal of consideration. This webcast discusses many locations and their respective environments that could be attractive to venture-backed companies and could help enhance investors' return on investment as well as lessons learned by investors and entrepreneurs who have built emerging growth businesses around the globe.
Sponsored by KPMG LLP
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Fee: Free for NVCA Members (available online); $275 for non-members (via the Product Catalog).
Recorded on July 28, 2010
This webcast covers the results of the Deloitte/NVCA Annual Global Survey results. The program covers key global trends, including venture capital market consolidation, deal volume versus deal quality, targeted industries and how legislative and regulatory frameworks impact the investment environment and venture capitalists outlook. There is no charge to listen to this program.
Fee: Free for NVCA Members and non-members
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Recorded on April 9, 2010
With the IPO market in a prolonged drought and the number of M&A transactions down and yielding lower multiples, sellers have been increasingly focused on deal terms that can have a material impact on returns and legal exposure. Our expert panel discusses the latest deal term trends impacting returns as well as their outlook for the remainder of 2010.
Sponsored by Proskauer Rose LLP
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Fee: Free for NVCA Members (available online); $275 for non-members (via the Product Catalog).
