Spark Series: Tips and Resources for Building a Technology-Based Company in Oklahoma

This program is designed to provide practical and strategic advice for early-stage companies or individuals looking to take their innovations or technology to market.

Over the course of the afternoon, you'll hear from experienced entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals that manage, fund, and advise startups in multiple fields.

The program will also include a series of short presentations that survey some of the resources available to assist in starting and growing your business. A networking reception will follow the program.

1 p.m. - Opening Remarks

1:15 p.m. - The Corporate and Investment Lifecycle

2 p.m. - Avoiding Intellectual Property Diligence Pitfalls

3 p.m. - Local Startup Resources and Visions for Oklahoma’s Future

4 p.m. - Stories of Success From Entrepreneurs and Investors

5 p.m. - Networking Reception

Complimentary onsite parking is available.

Additional Presenters:

John Hanak, Executive Director, Office of Innovation and Corporate Partnerships, University of Oklahoma

Tom Wavering, Executive Director, Tom Love Innovation Hub

Kristin Garcia, Strategic Development and Operations Director, The Verge OKC

Katy Boren, President and CEO, Oklahoma City Innovation District

David Kinsinger, Executive Director, Entrepreneurial Law Center, University of Oklahoma

James Spann, Founder and Managing Partner, Boyd Street Ventures                   

Gerald Sewack, VP of Scientific Operations, RA Capital

Rich Cilento, CEO, GlycosBio, Inc.

Max De Long, Director and Senior Principal, Individualized Medicines, Genentech

Deborah Moorad, Founder and CEO, JAX XII Holdings

Mike Moradi, General Partner, Cortado Ventures; Co-Founder and CEO of Sensulin

Craig Shimasaki, President and CEO, Moleculera Labs, Inc.

Meredith Wilkerson, PhD, Venture Advisor at i2E, Investment Principal at Plains Ventures

Questions? Email Susan Haag or call 574-514-6543