POTOMAC, Md., Feb. 5, 2019 — PitchMasters™, a workshop-style event for entrepreneurs preparing for their first institutional capital raise, held its 2019 Kick Off and Alumni Event on Jan. 30, 2019. Four emerging startup companies, Skipiit, Trove Therapeutics, Uplift and VERALOX Therapeutics, practiced their pitching skills and gained insights from experienced entrepreneurs, investors, industry influencers and fellow PitchMasters™ alumni.
PitchMasters™ formed as a partnership between NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers and Newport, LLC, as both organizations recognize the vast, innovative talent in the DC region and throughout the East Coast. New in 2019, PitchMasters™ announced that the Maryland Tech Council has joined as a sponsor of the program and future events will expand to include Baltimore and New York locations.
“From building attention to securing funding, founders are faced with many high-stress situations when delivering their pitch. It’s exciting to have investors and serial entrepreneurs offering advice in an environment where companies can learn, grow and succeed,” said Anthony Millin, chair of NEXT.
Newport Partner Art Medici echoed similar sentiments. “Newport is delighted to partner with Shulman Rogers NEXT to advance the cause of rising entrepreneurs in the DMV,” he said.
Tien Wong, founder of the DC-based CONNECTpreneur event series, has been active with the event since its formation in 2017. He brings experience as an entrepreneur, investor and pitch showcase organizer.
“With so many innovative entrepreneurs looking for guidance and funding to fuel their ideas, PitchMasters™ is filling a very important need in our community. Kudos to NEXT and Newport for creating yet another platform to encourage and support the success of startup companies,” Wong said.
The next PitchMasters™ event will be held in late February 2019 in Baltimore. Entrepreneurs interested in participating or individuals interested in more information can contact Lisa Friedlander at lfriedlander@shulmanrogers.com.
Lori Swim | Media Relations
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About NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers
The NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers platform is the future of startup law, offering legal and business advisory services through fixed-price packages and fixed monthly pricing. NEXT maximizes predictability for entrepreneurs by providing an affordable and sustainable model via state-of-the-art technology and seasoned business lawyers. Shulman Rogers is one of the largest law firms in the Washington Metropolitan area, offering clients a full range of business and personal legal services. Additional information on NEXT and all of the firm’s practice areas is available at ShulmanRogers.com.
About Newport, LLC
Newport is a national professional services firm that provides expert advice to CEOs, boards and investors whose companies are navigating major inflection points. The firm delivers its services through its partners, all of whom are experienced executive leaders with deep knowledge of capital markets, strategy and operations. More information on Newport can be found at NewportLLC.com.
About Maryland Tech Council
The Maryland Tech Council is a collaborative community, actively engaged in building stronger technology and life science companies by supporting the efforts of our individual members. As the largest technology trade association in the state of Maryland, they support member companies who are driving innovation through advocacy, education, workforce development, cost savings and connecting entrepreneurial minds. For more information, visit MDTechCouncil.com.
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