We’re excited to be supporting partners of Utah Tech Week, coming Jan 27 - Feb 1, 2025! Utah Tech Week is a week-long, grassroots celebration of Utah’s tech and startup ecosystem. You can register at utahtechweek.com to get access to the master calendar.
Mastering M&A: Preparing for Success in Transactions
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. MT
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Learn the essentials of transaction readiness, navigate the M&A process, and achieve your goals with insights from industry-leading experts in wealth management, legal, tax, M&A advisory, and financial strategy.
This event will have have two one-hour workshops. We recommend attending both workshops for a total of two hours.
- Part 1 focuses on preparation you should do PRIOR to starting the process to sell your company.
- Part 2 delves into the details of running an M&A the process.
You'll walk away from this event with tailored knowledge on what you need to do to maximize the outcome of a transaction whether that be in 2025 or beyond.
Hosts of this event are:
- Premara Group
- Ampleo
- Bernstein Private Wealth Management
- Tanner
- Wilson Sonsini
Preparing for an Exit: Tax Minimization and Asset Protection Strategies for Entrepreneurs
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. MT
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Preparing for an Exit: Tax Minimization and Asset Protection Strategies for Entrepreneurs
Join for lunch at Gracie’s to explore critical aspects related to minimizing exit transaction taxes and the protection of both corporate and personal assets.
This curated event features legal and financial experts who will provide their insights and practical advice into strategies that will allow you to maximize the net proceeds from the sale of your business while legally protecting your assets from creditors.
Please Note: MUST BE 21
Agenda:
11:30 a.m. – Doors Open, Networking
12:00 p.m. – Lunch Served
12:30 p.m. – Welcome & Introductions by Forbes Partners
12:45 p.m. – Panel Discussion
1:15 p.m. – Audience Q&A
1:30 p.m. – Networking
2:30 p.m. – Event Ends
Hosts of this event are:
- Tanner
- Forbes Partners
- Wilson Sonsini
- UBS
- Park City Angels
- Green Street GA
Rising VC - Utah Tech Week Mixer
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. MT
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Wilson Sonsini and Signal Peak Ventures are excited to invite you to "Rising VC - Utah Tech Week Mixer" on Tuesday, January 28th from 7:00pm - 9:00pm in Salt Lake City.
Whether you’re here to meet new investors or reconnect with old friends, come enjoy food and drinks while networking with others at your level. Feel free to stay for the entire evening or drop by for a few minutes.
Please register through Luma and we will approve attendance as seating is limited.
Note: This event is for any non-partner level investors from in-state and out-of-state VC firms. Please register only if you are currently employed at a venture or growth firm.
What’s on the Horizon for AI?
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. MT
Roundtable Discussion followed by Lunch
Kiln SLC at the Gateway
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Join us during Utah Tech Week for an insightful discussion on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of AI. Industry leaders will explore the latest trends, challenges and fundraising strategies shaping the market.
Moderator: Barath Chari Partner, Wilson Sonsini
Panelists:
- Ryan Anderson, Co-Founder & CEO, Filevine
- Tim Chaves, Co-Founder & COO, Jump
- Blake Modersitzki, Managing Partner, Pelion Venture Partners
- Brandon Tidwell, Co-Founder & General Partner, Signal Peak Ventures
Innovate, Connect, Recharge: Beyond the Magic
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. MT
The Gateway SLC
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Join Wilson Sonsini and Women Tech Council (WTC) for an afternoon of inspiration, connection, and renewal. Featuring a captivating keynote with Cydni Tetro (President, Women Tech Council) on harnessing a disruptive mindset for innovation and growth, dynamic networking opportunities, and a calming sound bath experience, this event is designed to ignite creativity and leave you recharged for the future.
Spaces are limited to ensure high-quality interactions and meaningful connections.
Agenda:
- 3:00-3:15 p.m. Check in
- 3:15-3:45 p.m. Keynote, Cydni Tetro, President & Co-Founder, Women Tech Council
- 3:45-4:15 p.m. Structured small groups networking (2 rotations)
- cultivate a culture that thrives on adaptability
- turning everyday moments into breakthrough ideas
- 4:15-5:00 p.m. Sound Bath
- 5:00-6:00 p.m. Social Hour