Application available at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2019ACGFloridaFastpitch
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The Value Proposition:
Are you an entrepreneur or owner of a middle-market company looking for the resources to grow your business? Do you need a business partner with the capital, knowledge, expertise and relationships to help you grow? Are you looking for an exit strategy or a joint venture partner? Then the 2019 Florida ACG Capital Connection may be your answer.
By applying to participate in our "FastPitch” competition you will receive the opportunity to meet and develop relationships with private equity/venture capital/mezzanine funds and other funding sources from around the country, as well as experienced accountants, attorneys and other transaction professionals.
Presenting companies will also be provided with online and other resources, including the opportunity to schedule meeting with prospective investors and other financial sources, as well as deal professionals, at the Conference.
Applicants will compete for a cash prize of $5,000. The competition winner will also receive valuable in-kind prizes contributed by our sponsors including time from attorneys, accountants, insurance consultants, investment bankers and other professionals. The winner may receive awards having an aggregate value of $25,000 or more.
Competition Criteria:
If you meet one or more of the following criteria for applicants, you may find your capital connection at our Conference:
- Strong market position and sustainable competitive advantage
- Multiple avenues of growth; diversified product lines
- Stable, recurring net positive cash flows
- Capital expenditure requirements keyed to growth
- Favorable industry trends for your business and product or service
- Strong management team
- Multiple options to create value for participating investors
- Innovative or disruptive strategies in your business sector
- History of earning above market returns for investors
- Potential for robust job creation
- Projected 2019/2020 revenues of approximately $10,000,000
The FastPitch selection committee will consider companies that are poised for profitability or profitable companies focused on growth. All presenting companies must have a corporate presence in Florida, or establish a corporate presence within 90 days after selection.
Cost to apply:
Your application must be accompanied by a non-refundable application fee of $150 that can be applied to the discounted cost for corporate attendees of the Conference, including the CEO Panel and Reception on Wednesday, November 20th.
Upon acceptance of your application, we will request a company logo and a headshot of the presenter for the Conference marketing materials. Your submission of an application will constitute your consent to use of your provided materials and information for purposes of marketing of the Conference. You will also be required to agree to comply with applicable securities and other laws in connection with your presentation. Materials marked “confidential” will not be viewed outside of the FastPitch committee and the Conference’s staff, each member of which will be instructed to hold such information confidential.
Other Information:
The FastPitch selection committee is comprised of representatives from private equity firms, investment bankers, accountants, attorneys and other deal professionals. The committee will select from the applications submitted, five applicants to present at the Conference. At the Conference, the finalists will have an opportunity to make their “pitch” in a five to ten minute presentation. The FastPitch event will also include a panel presentation from our deal professionals offering valuable information for businesses seeking to grow and advance to the next level.
All applicants are invited to attend the FastPitch competition on Tuesday, November 19th at 2 pm. As mentioned above, the application fee can be applied to the discounted cost to corporate attendees of attendance at the full Conference.