What Makes a Startup Actually Investable

​Join for a candid conversation on what investors really look for when evaluating startups.

​Drawing from their experience advising founders, supporting startup growth, and making investment decisions, our panelists will share practical perspectives from both sides of the table. Having worked closely with early-stage companies across different industries, they have seen firsthand what helps startups gain investor attention and what often holds them back.

​Key Discussion Topics

​Featuring Insights From

​Zach Tran: Head of Growth & Partnerships at Bouken Capital.

​Ron Wiener: CEO & "Chief Mechanic" at Venture Mechanics.

​Dave Cotter: Fractional COO/CFO at Kelsor Ventures.

​About Us

​Bouken Capital is a Silicon Valley-based ecosystem catalyst dedicated to bridging the gap between technical innovation and venture-scale growth. We don't just invest; we architect the frameworks for long-term success through our three core pillars: Smart Capital, Deep Advisory and Community Leverage.