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Angel Investing "Get it Right the First Time"

Our Mission:
The Western New York Venture Association's mission is to elevate the economic growth of the region by proactively increasing the size and sophistication of the angel investors base, and the quality of investments opportunities, throughout Western New York.

The WNYVA, founded in 1989, is the only not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a business opportunity and investment forum to the Niagara region. The association holds a series of networking meetings throughout the year to facilitate the exchange of information between investors and entrepreneurs.

Upcoming Events:

Thursday, October 23, 2008
Angel Investing
"Get it Right the First Time" — Navigating the minefield of structuring an angel investment
8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
The Saturn Club
977 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, New York

Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Regular Venture Forum
Featuring presentations by companies to be announced.
7:30 - 9:00 A.M.
The Buffalo Club
388 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, New York

Future Forum Dates:
December 3, 2008

CALL FOR PRESENTERS