Raising Capital: How Early-Stage Founders Find the Right Investors

Thursday, December 10, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Ringwood Public Library, 30 Cannici Dr, Ringwood, NJ 07456

Raising capital starts with finding the right investors. This in-person workshop walks early-stage founders through a simple, step-by-step approach to finding investor matches and building relationships that can lead to investment.

What You'll Learn

• How to understand an investor's focus and spot a good fit
• Where to research potential investors and why their newsletters matter
• How to reach out and secure meetings
• How to prepare an effective pitch deck
• What investors look for and what to expect during fundraising

Who Should Attend

Early-stage founders and entrepreneurs getting ready to raise capital.

Accessibility & Photography: Accommodation requests can be made at the registration table. Questions? Call (973) 720-4166 or email wpu@njsbdc.org. Photos may be taken during this event; please let a staff member know if you'd prefer not to be photographed.

Disclaimer: This training event is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and Executive Order 14218 'Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders' (February 19, 2025).