The Power of Mentorship: A Conversation with Brad Feld
Join us at the brand new Lilly Gateway Labs in La Jolla to connect with innovation leaders featuring an engaging fireside chat with Brad Feld whose most recent book Give First: The Power of Mentorship, explores how mentorship and generosity strengthens entrepreneurial ecosystems and accelerates innovation. Brad is the co-founder of Techstars, a venture capitalist, entrepreneur, serial mentor, and author of many influential books on startups and innovation communities.
Brad will share some insights on the Give First philosophy which encourages individuals to give their time, resources, and expertise to others without expectation of immediate return. This creates positive feedback loops that impact not only individuals but also entire communities.
Following the fireside chat, enjoy a networking reception sponsored by our hosts Lilly Gateway Labs with leaders, founders, and innovators from across the life sciences and technology community. This will be a unique opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and continue the discussion.
A special thanks to event sponsor Stifel Bank for providing a copy of "Give First: The Power of Mentorship" for all attendees.
AGENDA:
5:00 – 5:30 PM: Registration and Pre-Event Networking
5:30 – 5:40 PM: Welcome to Lilly Gateway Labs by Kathleen Lin, Site Head of Lilly Gateway Labs San Diego & Welcome by The Alliance for SoCal Innovation
5:40 – 6:10 PM: Fireside Chat with Brad Feld
6:10 – 6:30 PM: Q&A and Closing Remarks
6:30 – 8:00 PM: Book Signing + Networking
About Brad
Brad Feld is Managing Director of Foundry Group, a Boulder, Co-based venture capital firm focused on early-stage technology investment, participating in select growth rounds, and identifying and supporting the next generation of venture fund managers.
Brad has been an early stage investor and entrepreneur since 1987. Prior to co-founding Foundry Group, he co-founded Mobius Venture Capital and, prior to that, founded Intensity Ventures. Brad is also a co-founder of Techstars. In addition to his investing efforts, Brad is active with several non-profit organizations. He currently is chair of the National Center for Women & Information Technology and the Global EIR Coalition and is on the boards of Path Forward, the Kauffman Fellows, and Defy Ventures. Brad is a writer and speaker on the topics of venture capital investing and entrepreneurship. He’s written a number of books as part of the Startup Revolution series and writes the blogs Feld Thoughts and Venture Deals. Brad holds Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Management Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Brad is also an art collector and long-distance runner. He has completed 28 marathons as part of his mission to finish a marathon in each of the 50 states.