Before the Pitch: Preparing to Meet Angel & Early-Stage Investors

​Presented by Acumen Analytics, Ballard Spahr, EisnerAmper, Robin Hood Ventures, and WorldUpstart Impacts.

​Whether you're building your first deck or gearing up for your first investor meeting, knowing what angels and early-stage investors actually look for can make all the difference. 

​Join us for an intimate breakfast panel during Philly Tech Week 2026, where Acumen Analytics, Ballard Spahr, EisnerAmper, Robin Hood Ventures and WorldUpstart Impacts bring together a panel of investors, founders, and advisors to pull back the curtain on the funding process. We'll cover what investors evaluate before writing a check, what founders consistently get wrong, and how to put yourself in the best possible position before stepping into that room.

​This event is designed for early-stage tech founders and entrepreneurs who are preparing to raise their first round of outside capital. 

​Light breakfast will be provided. Space is limited. 

​Featured Panelists

• ​Ellen Weber, Robin Hood Ventures

• ​Karina Sotnik, WorldUpstart Impacts

• ​Kathleen Brunner, Acumen Analytics, Broad Street Angels

• ​Ryan Udell, Ballard Spahr

• ​[Moderator] John Pennett, EisnerAmper

​Agenda

​8:30 AM | Doors Open, Breakfast, and Networking

​9:00 AM | Panel

​10:00 AM | Networking

​10:30 AM | Close