New Enterprise Forum Since 1986, we’ve linked entrepreneurs to management expertise, potential joint venture partners, mentors, business services, capital, and other critical resources Since its founding, NEF has been a model for similar groups and a magnet for entrepreneurs and investors throughout Michigan, the Midwest, and beyond Our success has captured national media attention and is unique among
New Enterprise Forum | Events New Enterprise Forum will be presenting Skip Simms, former Ann Arbor SPARK vice president and Michigan Angel Fund managing member, with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his substantial contributions to the startup ecosystem in the state of Michigan
Investors - New Enterprise Forum Connecting Entrepreneurs and Investors is a key element of our NEF mission Angel Investors, Angel Groups, and Venture Capitalists are important members of the entrepreneurial community and are important stakeholders for NEF Investors participate in NEF events to learn about new opportunities, make connections, and share their expertise in panel discussions NEF helps entrepreneurs that we
New Enterprise Forum | Pitch Pit Competitions While the hallmark of New Enterprise Forum is our signature investor presentation pitch coaching, we also know that there are many early-stage companies that are just starting off and need practice telling their story and networking within the community So, NEF also conducts four Pitch Pit Competitions throughout the year
New Enterprise Forum | News New Enterprise Forum (NEF) has announced the names of the five Michigan entrepreneurs who have won awards in recognition of their achievements during the past year The awards will be presented to the winners at the NEF Annual Awards Event on February 17, 2022 The online event is open to the public with free registration
Awards Celebration and Showcase Presentation - New Enterprise Forum NEF ANNUAL AWARDS PRESENTATION Join our members and celebrate the accomplishments of the outstanding startup entrepreneurs being recognized by New Enterprise Forum NEF Startup Community Champion This award recognizes an individual who has made a huge positive impact by devoting their time and energy to building a robust startup community in our region and who has directly and indirectly
New Enterprise Forum | About The core mission of New Enterprise Forum is to coach startups, help perfect their investor pitches and connect entrepreneurs with investors Our hallmark offering is our showcase presentation pitch coaching, but we also have other tools and activities, including expert panel discussions, pitch pit competitions, business readiness assessments and pitch tune-ups We are comprised of a team of
New Enterprise Forum | Tool Kit New Enterprise Forum has many partner sponsors, who are dedicated, along with us, in helping entrepreneurs and their startup companies Please visit our Sponsor Directory to learn more about how these organizations can help you
The Michigan Startup Scene: Past, Present, and Future | New Enterprise . . . Join us for an in-depth look at Michigan’s Startup Scene: Past, Present, and Future, where we’ll explore the transformation of the state’s entrepreneurial landscape - from a region once plagued by “brain drain” to a thriving hub of innovation and growth Pete Martin will unpack why it’s historically been harder for Midwest founders, how that tide is turning thanks to Michigan grit
Pitch Pit and Showcase Presentation | New Enterprise Forum At the end of the evening, the person with the highest score will receive the opportunity to receive a Business Readiness Assessment coaching session with New Enterprise Forum coaches