2024 FishFund Venture Summit and Venture Presentations
You are cordially invited to our FishFund Venture Summit & Presentations
Hear from thought leaders and investors in the innovation space and learn about new projects helmed by Psi Upsilon brothers.
Significant others and guests are welcome!
Wednesday, April 3rd, 2023.
Coffee and Afternoon Sessions 2-5:30
Ticketed Reception and Presentations 6 PM – 9PM.
3 Embarcadero Center
San Francisco, CA 94111
Tickets:
Reception Fee:
New Graduates (2018+) $30
♦ Alumni $65 ♦ Sponsors $300
Dress is business attire
Heavy Appetizers & Full Bar
Business Casual
To qualify to present, the startup must have a fully developed and working product.
A founder, C-Suite leader or key investor must be a Psi Upsilon brother.
Founded in 2021, the Psi Upsilon FishFund is designed to Honor, Support, Educate, and Facilitate the projects and skills of venture-minded brothers of Psi Upsilon. Learn more at www.psiu.org/fishfund/
MADE POSSIBLE BY GENEROUS SUPPORT OF OUR HOSTING BROTHERS
•Oliver V. Smith, Beta Alpha ’93 (Miami University of Ohio)
•Patrick J. Gilrane, Psi ’83 (Hamilton College)
•James T. Volpentest, Theta Theta ’90 (University of Washington),
•Joseph P. Cillo, PhD, Delta ’61 (New York University)
Make a Donation Here or Text GIVE to (317) 399-4318 to make a tax-deductible suggested donation of $25+ to the Foundation & support our programs, operations and outreach efforts like this.
PROGRAM INCLUDES
| Speaker | |||
| 2:00 | Coffee and networking. Afternoon welcome | ||
| 2:45-3:45 | Free presentation: The Power & Magic of Humor: A Practicum | Karen Buchanan | |
| 4:00-5:30 | Free presentation: AI for Everyday Use Everyone is talking about AI, but what can it really do for you? (Tips and practical Workshop) | Dr. Tamara Powell, PhD Jeanne Beatrix Law, PhD |  |
| 5:45-9:00 | Ticketed event and Reception begins | ||
| Welcome | |||
| Keynote | |||
| Risks, Opportunities, and Valuations in the Craft Beverage Distillation sector with a focus on Madrona Distillery | Tom Allan IV, Theta Theta 89‘ (Washington) |  | |
| FishFund Alumni Company Updates | Jonathan Chaffin, GT’00 | ||
| The Internet of Experiences: NFC infused clothing and art with and a focus on XtremeSignPost, Inc. | Dr. Monto H Kumagai (Joseph P. Cillo, PhD, Delta ’61 is a key partern) |  | |
| Remarks | Alex Senchak, Eta ‘06 | ||
| Closing Showcase |  |
Keynote & Moderator
TBA