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SUMMARY:TFC Des Moines Founder Prep Webinar #2
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				  \n					  \n					  \n					  \n						   Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep July 21\, 2026 - July 31\, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm America/Detroit Zoom\n					  \n					  \n					 \n				  \n		  \n				  \n			  \n				\n			\n				Join the Webinar\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What if I can't attend?\n				No worries at all. We understand that your schedules are very busy. We’ll be sure to introduce you on your behalf and share the recording with you afterward. If you have specific questions you’d like to ask\, please let us know ahead of time. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What will we cover?\n				We’ll have each Founder introduce themselves and their companies\, hear from past Funders\, and Q&A.
URL:https://www.thefounderschair.com/event/tfc-des-moines-founder-prep-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:For Founders,Information,Virtual
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SUMMARY:TFC Des Moines Funder Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				  \n					  \n					  \n					  \n						   Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep July 21\, 2026 - July 31\, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm America/Detroit Zoom\n					  \n					  \n					 \n				  \n		  \n				  \n			  \n				\n			\n				Join the Meeting\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What is this for?\n				We want to ensure our Funders are feeling as prepared as our Founders. During this 30-minute session\, we’ll run through any questions you have and update you on what’s coming up next.
URL:https://www.thefounderschair.com/event/tfc-des-moines-funder-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:For Funders,Information,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="The Founder's Chair":MAILTO:james@thefounderschair.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260721T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260731T180000
DTSTAMP:20260701T014115Z
CREATED:20260624T210805Z
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UID:25989457-1784620800-1785520800@www.thefounderschair.com
SUMMARY:Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				  \n					  \n					  \n					  \n						   Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep July 21\, 2026 - July 31\, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm America/Detroit Zoom\n					  \n					  \n					 \n				  \n		  \n				  \n			  \n				\n			\n				Select A Time Slot
URL:https://www.thefounderschair.com/event/des-moines-founder-presentation-prep/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:For Founders,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTSTAMP:20260701T220613Z
CREATED:20260624T203038Z
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UID:25989110-1785283200-1785455999@www.thefounderschair.com
SUMMARY:TFC Des Moines Lounge Opens to Funders
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				  \n					  \n					  \n					  \n						   Des Moines Founder Presentation PrepJuly 21\, 2026 - July 31\, 2026 Zoom\n					  \n					  \n					 \n				  \n		  \n				  \n			  \n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What kind of information will I see?\n				Each company’s landing page will include an overview\, traction\, milestones\, and fundraising goals. The goal is to give you a clear snapshot so you can prepare thoughtful\, targeted questions. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How long will I have access to The Lounge?\n				Your access doesn’t end when the event does. All profiles remain available during the entire deal window\, so you can revisit opportunities as conversations progress. Not to mention\, we’ll be keeping up with each Founder and will provide you with updates as they become available. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Can I connect directly with Founders through The Lounge?\n				The Lounge is designed to prepare you for in-person conversations. Following the event\, you’ll have the ability to continue engaging with Founders through TFC’s curated introductions.
URL:https://www.thefounderschair.com/event/tfc-des-moines-lounge-opens-to-funders/
CATEGORIES:For Funders,Information
ORGANIZER;CN="The Founder's Chair":MAILTO:james@thefounderschair.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260701T015836Z
CREATED:20260624T201456Z
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UID:25989111-1785888000-1786147199@www.thefounderschair.com
SUMMARY:TFC Des Moines 2026 Event
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				  \n					  \n					  \n					  \n						   Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep July 21\, 2026 - July 31\, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm America/Detroit Zoom\n					  \n					  \n					 \n				  \n		  \n				  \n			  \n				\n			\n				Join Virtually\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Hotel Information\n				We’ve selected the Hotel Fort Des Moines \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What do Founders need to bring?\n				Aside from yourself and a positive attitude\, we request that Founders print 25 copies of their company’s cut sheet – something that highlights your mission\, important data and numbers\, plans for growth\, and any other critical information that you’d like the Funders to have on-hand. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What do Funders need to bring?\n				Funders only need to bring their vetting tools. Think laptops\, notebooks\, and important questions.
URL:https://www.thefounderschair.com/event/tfc-des-moines-2026-event/
LOCATION:Hotel Fort\, 1000 Walnut St\, Des Moines\, 50309\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Attendees,In-Person,Information
ORGANIZER;CN="The Founder's Chair":MAILTO:james@thefounderschair.com
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UID:25989115-1786147200-1791590340@www.thefounderschair.com
SUMMARY:TFC Des Moines Deal Window
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				  \n					  \n					  \n					  \n						   Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep July 21\, 2026 - July 31\, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm America/Detroit Zoom\n					  \n					  \n					 \n				  \n		  \n				  \n			  \n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What is a "Deal Window"?\n				The 30-60-day deal window after a TFC event is a dynamic\, fast-paced period that requires Founders to stay organized\, responsive\, and strategic. From follow-ups and due diligence to negotiations and legal formalities\, every step is crucial in converting initial interest into a finalized deal. \nFor Founders\, understanding this process and preparing accordingly can make all the difference. It’s not just about sealing the deal; it’s about laying the foundation for a successful partnership that will propel your venture to new heights.
URL:https://www.thefounderschair.com/event/tfc-des-moines-deal-window/
CATEGORIES:All Attendees,Information
ORGANIZER;CN="The Founder's Chair":MAILTO:james@thefounderschair.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260822
DTSTAMP:20260701T015846Z
CREATED:20260624T200751Z
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UID:25989117-1787270400-1787356799@www.thefounderschair.com
SUMMARY:TFC Des Moines Debrief Docs Sent
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines Founder Presentation Prep\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				  \n					  \n					  \n					  \n						   Des Moines Founder Presentation PrepJuly 21\, 2026 - July 31\, 2026 Zoom\n					  \n					  \n					 \n				  \n		  \n				  \n			  \n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What’s included in my Document?\n				Typically\, the following sections are discussed: \nOVERVIEW & HIGH-LEVEL FEEDBACKSTRENGTHS & WHAT RESONATEDKEY CONCERNS & AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENTRECOMMENDATIONS & ACTIONABLE NEXT STEPSCONCLUSION & FOUNDER FOLLOW-UP \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Who reviews this with me?\n				We’ll provide the document to you via email and will give you the opportunity to book a meeting to discuss any concerns or plans for next steps. Remember\, your time with us doesn’t end after the event!
URL:https://www.thefounderschair.com/event/tfc-des-moines-debrief-docs-sent/
CATEGORIES:For Founders,Information
ORGANIZER;CN="The Founder's Chair":MAILTO:james@thefounderschair.com
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