Rockies Venture Club


Want to learn more? Please visit our main website: 

www.rockiesventureclub.org

Upcoming Events

    • Tuesday, July 30, 2024
    • 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    • Jake Jabs Center for Entrepreneurship (1475 Lawrence St, Denver, CO, 80202)
    Register


    RVC Summer 2024 Equal Access HyperAccelerator® Demo Day

    Tuesday, July 30th, 2024

    Jake Jabs Center for Entrepreneurship

    or virtual via Zoom

    RVC's HyperAccelerator® is a unique program with all the content, mentors and workshops of a 12 week accelerator packed into six action filled days. RVC HyperAccelerator® graduates work hands-on with investors, Fractional CFOs, and various mentors to hone their financial and business strategies in order to have a deep and coherent set of strategies that make their pitch solid and just the tip of the iceberg with all the crucial steps for Venture Capital readiness in place.

    Angel Investors and VCs will have a chance to see pitches from venture capital ready companies and to meet after the pitches and discuss the opportunities with other investors. 

    This Demo Day is free and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC with in-person and virtual attendance options!  

    After an extraordinarily intense week the cohort of RVC's Equal Access HyperAccelerator® program will have the chance to pitch in front of the community. If you want to learn more about the RVC HyperAccelerator® program check out www.rockiesventureclub.org/hyper.


    Meet the Cohort!

    Ojje is leading a transformative movement in storytelling by blending education, entertainment, and cutting-edge technology to address literacy issues. Using AI, Ojje creates an interactive library of learning.

    ojje.com

    TreadShare’s mobile app links drivers and riders heading in the same direction so they can carpool in the driver’s vehicle while sharing the associated costs. This aims to reduce traffic, save money, and help protect the environment.

    treadshare.com


    RenewRx is the digital ally for prenatal care providers, revolutionizing the patient experience while reducing provider workload and burnout. By integrating remote monitoring, and AI, RenewRx enhances outcomes for modern moms-to-be.

    renewrx.health


    Gridlock is a mobile crypto wallet bringing in the next wave of crypto users with a simple, safe, and universal design that supports all chains and types of users. The consumer product is live and moving upmarket.

    gridlock.network

    mpaqt powers a network that connects partners that need warehousing and distribution with those that can provide it. By targeting the warehouse and distribution market, mpaqt makes an impact with both the “hosts” and the “merchants”.

    mpaqt.io



    Pomarium introduces a groundbreaking technology that enables financial advisors to collaboratively create portfolios with their clients on demand.

    getpomarium.com


    Sustainable Chemicals helps brands offer sustainable packaging solutions without the price premium or performance penalty of other bioplastics. Our products are engineered for optimal circularity, supporting both mechanical and advanced recycling processes.

    sust-chem.com


    Event Agenda:

    3:00pm to 3:15pm Networking
    3:15pm to 3:30pm Introduction
    3:30pm to 5:30pm Pitch Block
    5:30pm to 6:30 pm HyperAccelerator Investor Forum
    • Tuesday, August 06, 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Hybrid: In-Person at Mile High United Way, 711 Park Ave W, Denver, CO 80205 or Online - Zoom Virtual Meeting
    • 20
    Register

    RVC Pitch Academy in partnership with Mile High United Way


    The August 2024 Pitch Academy is run by Rockies Venture Club in partnership with Mile High United Way. 
    Mile High United Way’s United for Business program supports women- and minority-owned small businesses to strengthen under-resourced communities. Through free consulting services, workshops and classes, Mile High United Way is helping Metro Denver small business owners achieve their dreams of growth.

    The RVC Pitch Academy is a half-day workshop designed to do much more than just polish a founder’s pitch and presentation skills. From delivering a compelling presentation to negotiating a successful deal, this workshop will prepare founders to understand many of the terms and processes used by VCs and sharpen their venture strategy.

    Key topics include:

    • Preparing a business for a deal
    • Designing a deck
    • Delivering the pitch
    • Communicating the value for venture funding
    • Balancing pitching a product vs. pitching a company
    • Raising equity vs. convertible debt
    • Communicating risks that don’t raise red flags
    • Understanding investor psychology
    • Following up with interested investors

    RVC’s Pitch Academy instructors have years of experience working with angel + venture capital investors; the Pitch Academy content reflects deep and useful insights about investor priorities and interests. Multiple instructors ensure one-on-one engagement, including pitch practice with real-time feedback.

    Founders: please bring a five-minute pitch deck and laptop to practice. If you registered for free under the Equal Access Registration option please note your attendance is "lecture only" although we may have the opportunity to have you participate in pitch practice as the schedule permits.

    Note: To pitch to investors at an upcoming RVC Investor Forum, you must apply to pitch and be accepted by the RVC investment screening committee. 

    Hybrid Event: Hybrid: In-Person at Mile High United Way, 711 Park Ave W, Denver, CO 80205 or Online - Zoom Virtual Meeting

    • Thursday, August 08, 2024
    • Thursday, August 29, 2024
    • 3 sessions
    • Virtual via Zoom
    Register

    FREE TO RVC ACTIVE INVESTOR MEMBERS

    ARE YOU "ANGEL CURIOUS"? JOIN THE FIRST SESSION FOR FREE!


    Accelerated Course on Angel Investing
    Starting: Friday, June 7th | 10:00am to 12:00pm MST

    This eight week series will be hosted from June 7th, 2024 through August 15, 2024.

    If you are an accredited investor interested in attending this workshop, please email adam@rockiesventureclub.org to join the first session for free.

    How does someone learn how to be a successful Angel Investor?

    Engage in the RVC Angel Accelerator program to acquire the necessary skills for successful angel investing. Without such training, new investors might spend years and over $250,000 to learn effective investment strategies on their own. The program offers significant benefits including a promising return on investment, potential tax advantages, insights into cutting-edge innovation, and opportunities to connect with fascinating individuals.

    The Angel Accelerator program enhances angel investor education through practical exercises, mentorship from seasoned investors, and comprehensive materials and resources essential for proficient angel investing.

    Become an RVC Active Investor Member to receive the full workshop and a toolkit full of angel investing resources. With RVC Active Investor Membership, you also receive free access to the 140+ events we host annually, which include Monthly Investor Forums, Industry Investment Nights, and Angel Capital Summit. Investor benefits also include Wisdom of Crowds, Industry Leading Due Diligence, and High Quality Deal Flow.


    Become an RVC Active Investor Member


    Topics Covered Include:

    • Week #1 (Friday, June 7, 2024) - Introduction to Angel Investing & Lunch @ The Cherry Cricket (this session is free for non-members, in-person attendance encouraged!)

    • June 2024 Investor Forum (Wednesday, June 12th, 2024) - Attend your first investor forum to discuss the opportunities and risks of the presenting companies! (this event is open to the public, register here). 
    • Week #2 (Thursday, June 20, 2024) - How to "read" a pitch. Find out what to look for in a great pitch and don’t get lured in by the entrepreneur’s excitement or an emotional hook.

    • Week #3 (Thursday, June 27, 2024) Exit Strategy Canvas. Learn the six things that smart investors know how to look for in a great exit strategy. Remember - the exit is the only way Angels get their money back!

    • Week #4 (Thursday, July 11, 2024) - How to Analyze a Proforma Financial Statement and determine whether it is "believable" or not. Finance Strategy: find out if you're going to get diluted out of a profit, or if future raises will give you a smaller piece of a bigger pie and great returns!

    • Week #5 (Thursday, July 18, 2024) - Capital Strategy

    • Week #6 (Thursday, July 25, 2024) How to Value a Pre-Revenue Company. Learn five methods to determine value and make sure you don’t pay too much (or too little).
    • Week #7 (Thursday, August 8, 2024) - Term Sheets and Negotiation: how are Angel Deals negotiated? What are the key terms? What are the benefits of equity vs. convertible debt, or even SAFE
    • Week #8 (Thursday, August 22, 2024) - Lead Investor
    • Week #9 (Thursday, August 29, 2024) - Serving on Board
    • Thursday, August 08, 2024
    • 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    • Virtual Attendance available via Zoom
    Register

    MyUTI Investor Deep Dive



    MyUTI is dedicated to addressing one of the most common medical conditions in the United States—Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs). We aim to transform the $6 billion pelvic health market with innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes and set new standards in managing pelvic health issues. At the core of our approach is accessible, comprehensive diagnostic testing that accurately identifies pathogens and provides evidence-based treatment recommendations, ensuring patients receive the most appropriate care. Our platform prioritizes convenience, allowing patients to access these services from home. 

    The MyUTI platform collects extensive data, including patient symptoms, detected pathogens, antibiotic recommendations, and treatment outcomes, creating a robust & proprietary feedback loop. These comprehensive datasets serve as real-time inputs for multiple MyUTI machine learning platforms that support both individuals and clinicians. Recognizing that the CDC cites that 50% of antibiotics for UTIs are inappropriate or ineffective, MyUTI clinical support tools benefit all stakeholders in the healthcare ecosystem - including payors, health systems, and caregivers. By providing fast and accurate diagnostics with evidence-based treatment recommendations, reducing the burden of UTIs on healthcare systems and improving patient care quality. MyUTI is seeking to close the remaining $350k available for this SAFE round, allowing them to access $250k in non-dilutive OEDIT grant funds while achieving key milestones- including large payor partnerships and pilot programs in the state of Colorado.

    MyUTI Pitch Deck

    MyUTI Investor Response Report

    The purpose of this meeting is to meet face-to-face with the company executive leadership team in order to get crucial questions answered.  The Deep Dive will take place virtually and will cover all the major due diligence questions such as IP, competition, leadership, funding strategy, exit strategy, use of funds, milestones, etc.

    The format for the Deep Dive will be as follows:

    Company Long-Form Pitch & Q&A w/ Investors (45 Minutes)

    Outstanding Questions w/ Company (15 minutes)
    Optional - Investor Only Discussion (30 Minutes)

    _____________________________________________

    Investor Deep Dive

    Date: Thursday, August 8th

    Virtual Attendance available via Zoom

    Time: 3:00pm to 4:30pm MST

     __________________________________________

    To attend, you must be an accredited investor (net worth of at least one million US dollars, not including the value of one’s primary residence, or have made at least $200,000 each year for the last two years [or $300,000 together with his or her spouse if married] and have the expectation to make the same amount this year). We do not require a minimum investment.

    • Wednesday, August 14, 2024
    • 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Hybrid: In-person at Thrive Workplace - Ballpark (1415 Park Ave. W. Denver, CO 80205) or Virtual via Zoom
    Register



    RVC August 2024 Investor Forum & Happy Hour

    In-person highly encouraged 
    (Thrive Ballpark - Workplace 1415 Park Ave. West, Denver, CO 80205)

    (Virtual option via Zoom available for first part of meeting)

    Please join us downtown for a quick investor update, pitches from a few great companies, followed by a social gathering of happy hour food and drinks to compare notes, talk about what we’re seeing in the world of angel investing, socialize, and just get to know one another better. The personal side of the RVC community is part of our secret sauce, and we're hoping to see as many of you as possible in-person to make this a great event.

    RVC Investor Forums bring together accredited angel investors interested in fast-growing, early-stage companies in Colorado. These forums serve to pool the wisdom, expertise, and capital of many individual angels. At this forum, investor members will hear pitches, and afterwards the founders are excused and investors discuss the merits and risks of each venture. There is no requirement to invest and each investor has an opportunity to indicate interest in following or leading a specific deal. Both new and experienced investor members are welcome at forums -- this is the best way to learn hands-on about angel investing! 

    Following pitch presentations, RVC investors members are invited to join us for happy hour with further discussion on angel investing and networking with other RVC investor members.


    Meeting Agenda:

    Welcome and Introductions

    3:00pm to 3:15 pm

    Company Pitches

    3:15 pm to 4:15pm

    Investor Only Discussion

    4:15 to 4:45pm

    Deal-in-Play Discussion

    4:45pm to 5:00pm

    Investor Member Happy Hour (Cherry Cricket)

    5:00pm to 6:00 pm


    Presenting Companies


    DifferentKind is the dental patient experience and outcomes leader, producing data and insights that drive improved oral health outcomes for patients, practices, and payers. 


    Digit's mission is to get the 5.3M SMB manufacturers worldwide into the digital age. It's become obvious that there is no modern off-the-shelf software empowering SMB manufacturers to manage both inventory and production. Digit is the modern off-the-shelf inventory and manufacturing software.

    {2 more companies to be confirmed}


    To attend this event, you must be accredited: Net worth of at least one million US dollars, not including the value of one’s primary residence, or have made at least $200,000 each year for the last two years [or $300,000 if jointly filing] and have the expectation to make the same amount this year. We do not require a minimum investment.

    • Tuesday, August 20, 2024
    • 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    • Virtual via Zoom
    • 99
    Register

    Gruvi Investor Update

    August 20th, 2024

    3:00 - 4:30 PM MST

    Virtual via Zoom


    Grüvi offers a line of non-alcoholic craft beers and single serve wines. The company has 5 varieties of beers and 2 wine options, allowing consumers to enjoy non-alcoholic drinks without sacrificing the taste. These products are currently sold direct-to-consumers through retail distribution partners and via the company’s e-commerce website: https://www.getgruvi.com/On the retail side, Grüvi sells directly to independent shops and restaurants, as well as through five major chains including Total Wine, Whole Foods, Target, Sobeys and BevMo. Join Rockies Venture Club for the Gruvi Update to learn more about the companies progress, meet the executive team, and discuss the opportunity alongside existing RVC investors. The Investor Update will take place virtually and will cover all the major due diligence questions such as IP, competition, leadership, funding strategy, exit strategy, use of funds, milestones, etc.



    Review the Gruvi Investor Deal Page


    The format for the Investor Update will be as follows:


    Company Long-Form Pitch & Q&A w/ Investors (60 Minutes)

    Optional - Investor Only Discussion (30 Minutes)


     __________________________________________

    To attend, you must be an accredited investor (net worth of at least one million US dollars, not including the value of one’s primary residence, or have made at least $200,000 each year for the last two years [or $300,000 together with his or her spouse if married] and have the expectation to make the same amount this year). We do not require a minimum investment.
    • Wednesday, August 21, 2024
    • 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Thrive Workplace Arvada (5610 Ward Rd STE 300, Arvada, CO 80002)
    • 17
    Register

    The Women Investors Network (WIN) and the Women of Mergers and Acquisitions Network (WoMAN) invite you to join us for our next networking and education event focused on women investors. This event is open to all investors, so please bring a friend or colleague! Men welcomed too. The more diverse our investor community, the better the outcome of our investments.

    The August event will be a panel discussion: “Ask an Angel” - Angel Investing Demystified. Our moderator and panelists are active investors and mentors within the early-stage venture community here in the Rocky Mountain Region.

    We’ve booked extra time for this event, allowing for lots of networking and one-on-one questions with our panelists. So, block your calendar and plan to join us August 21, 4:30-7 pm at the Thrive Workplace in Arvada.

    We welcome any qualified investor, or potential investor. Please bring a colleague who may not yet be involved in early stage investing, and remember to register in advance.

    • Wednesday, August 28, 2024
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • TBD
    Register

    RVC x EDA Friends and Family

    Funding Pitch Event

    Before companies come to angel groups like RVC for venture funding, they typically raise between $10,000 and $250,000 in “friends and family money” contributed from friends and family, or from the founders themselves from savings, a second mortgage, credit cards, or other ways of getting capital to build prototypes, MVPs, and initial market testing.

    There are many founders who are underserved by investors and do not have access to this sort of capital. These founders may be from rural areas, or they may be in other under-funded groups such as Black, Hispanic, or female founders. This means that it is extremely difficult for them to get started, much less look for angel funding, Series A or beyond.

    With the help of the EDA, RVC is hosting the Friends and Family Funding Pitch Event on August 28th, 2024. Founders who are underserved should apply to pitch by following the link listed below.


    Apply to Pitch

    Applications due August 14th!


    Presenting Companies:

    TBD


    As an investor attending this event, you'll have the opportunity to invest in these promising companies. Unlike a traditional RVC raise, there is opportunity to work directly with founders on your own investment terms. With the selected early stage companies, investments as little as thousands of dollars can make an substantial impact. Even if you are not a potential investor, RVC encourages you  to attend and support this new effort and promising entrepreneurs.

    If you know of a company who may not be aware of the upcoming Friends and Family Funding Pitch Event, please share this opportunity!

    • Tuesday, September 03, 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Hybrid: In-Person at Thrive Workplace, 1415 Park Ave W, Denver, CO 80205 or Online - Zoom Virtual Meeting
    • 25
    Register

    The RVC Pitch Academy is a half-day workshop designed to do much more than just polish a founder’s pitch and presentation skills. From delivering a compelling presentation to negotiating a successful deal, this workshop will prepare founders to understand many of the terms and processes used by VCs and sharpen their venture strategy.

    Key topics include:

    • Preparing a business for a deal
    • Designing a deck
    • Delivering the pitch
    • Communicating the value for venture funding
    • Balancing pitching a product vs. pitching a company
    • Raising equity vs. convertible debt
    • Communicating risks that don’t raise red flags
    • Understanding investor psychology
    • Following up with interested investors

    RVC’s Pitch Academy instructors have years of experience working with angel + venture capital investors; the Pitch Academy content reflects deep and useful insights about investor priorities and interests. Multiple instructors ensure one-on-one engagement, including pitch practice with real-time feedback.

    Founders: please bring a five-minute pitch deck and laptop to practice

    Note: To pitch to investors at an upcoming RVC Investor Forum, you must apply to pitch and be accepted by the RVC investment screening committee. 

    Hybrid Event: In-person at Thrive Workplace, 1415 Park Ave W, Denver, CO 80205 or Online - Zoom Virtual Meeting. 

    • Wednesday, October 16, 2024
    • 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Hybrid: In-person at Thrive Workplace - Ballpark (1415 Park Ave. W. Denver, CO 80205) or Virtual via Zoom
    Register



    RVC October 2024 Investor Forum

    In-person highly encouraged 
    (Thrive Ballpark - Workplace 1415 Park Ave. West, Denver, CO 80205)

    (Virtual option via Zoom available for first part of meeting)

    Please join us downtown for a quick investor update, pitches from a few great companies, discuss what we’re seeing in the world of angel investing, socialize, and just get to know one another better. The personal side of the RVC community is part of our secret sauce, and we're hoping to see as many of you as possible in-person to make this a great event.

    RVC Investor Forums bring together accredited angel investors interested in fast-growing, early-stage companies in Colorado. These forums serve to pool the wisdom, expertise, and capital of many individual angels. At this forum, investor members will hear pitches, and afterwards the founders are excused and investors discuss the merits and risks of each venture. There is no requirement to invest and each investor has an opportunity to indicate interest in following or leading a specific deal. Both new and experienced investor members are welcome at forums -- this is the best way to learn hands-on about angel investing! 

    Meeting Agenda:

    Welcome and Introductions

    3:00pm to 3:15 pm

    Company Pitches

    3:15 pm to 4:00pm

    Investor Only Discussion

    4:00 to 4:30pm

    Deal-in-Play Discussion

    4:30pm to 5:00pm

    Presenting Companies

    TBD

    To attend this event, you must be accredited: Net worth of at least one million US dollars, not including the value of one’s primary residence, or have made at least $200,000 each year for the last two years [or $300,000 if jointly filing] and have the expectation to make the same amount this year. We do not require a minimum investment.

    • Tuesday, October 22, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Thrive Workplace - Ballpark (1415 Park Ave. West, Denver, CO 80205
    • 40
    Register

    Colorado Business Incentives | Advanced Industries | OEDIT

    Colorado OEDIT AI PITCH ACADEMY

    THIS EVENT IS ONLY FOR THOSE WITH THE 
    OEDIT REGISTRATION CODE

    The AI Pitch Academy is run by Rockies Venture Club in cooperation with the Colorado OEDIT. The Pitch Academy is a half-day workshop designed to polish your investor pitch, sharpen your strategy and provide a background on what investors are looking for, connecting with your audience, and negotiating a successful deal. This pitch academy is specifically for Advanced Industries entrepreneurs.

    Key topics covered include: 

    • Focus your 5 minute pitch
    • How to present
    • Effective pitch deck design
    • How to pace your presentation
    • How to communicate the value of your company in a way that doesn't close doors
    • How to communicate your "deal"
    • How to balance pitching your product vs. pitching your company
    • Understanding investor psychology
    • Raising equity vs. convertible debt
    • Communicating risks in such a way that investors are put at ease
    • What to do to follow-up after the pitch 

    The RVC Pitch Academy is unique in that it is taught by instructors who work one-on-one with dozens of angel and venture capital investors in order to determine what it is that they want. Graduates of the pitch academy receive funding at over ten times the national rate for those who are seeking venture investment.

    All participants are encouraged to have their pitch deck ready and you will get a chance to pitch virtually and receive expert feedback and input from your peers.

    Schedule:

    10am - 12:15pm -- Pitch Academy Workshop

    12:15 - 12:45pm -- Lunch Break

    12:45 - 4:00pm -- Pitch Practice (3-4 break-out rooms)


    • Tuesday, December 10, 2024
    • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Thrive Ballpark - 1415 Park Ave West, Denver CO


    Come join Rockies Venture Club to celebrate the holiday season!

    As we quickly approach the end of 2024, RVC will be hosting our annual gathering to relax and enjoy good company. This event is free and open to all of our members, partners, and friends in the RVC community, but space is limited and you must register to attend. We’ll provide drinks, light snacks, and merriment.

    WHEN:

    Tuesday, December 10th, 5:00pm – 8:00pm


    WHERE:

    Thrive Workplace Ballpark, 1415 Park Ave West, Denver, CO  80205


    DRESS:

    Casual, and holiday garb encouraged!

    WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW? 

    We’ll again be hosting a sock drive to donate to charity.  If you’re so inclined, please bring a pair of new socks (or other warm clothing), and RVC will see that it is donated to those in need.

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