Arizona Founders Only

Venture RAISE Explore – September 2026

By Stephanie Sims | August 16, 2026

An introduction to the Venture RAISE program, open to any Arizona founder weighing outside capital. Ninety minutes covering how to assess funding readiness, how investors evaluate companies at the earliest stages, and which capital path fits your business: equity, non-dilutive, or neither. Virtual. Free to attend. Developed and delivered for the Arizona Commerce Authority.

Venture RAISE Explore – October 2026

By Stephanie Sims | August 16, 2026

An introduction to the Venture RAISE program, open to any Arizona founder looking for funding. Ninety minutes covering how to assess funding readiness, how banks and investors evaluate companies at the earliest stages, and which capital path fits your business: bootstrapping, borrowing or betting. This virtual event is free to attend thanks the Arizona Commerce…