Jane Holl Lute, Former Deputy Secretary and COO, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Internationally-regarded cybersecurity expert, Lute was responsible for formulating the DHS position on cybersecurity and advocating for a greater role for private industry in finding solutions to cyber challenges.

Chip Paucek, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, 2U

Groundbreaking education technology company 2U is partnering with top-tier universities to leverage technology to deliver online the rigor, quality and learning opportunity that students experience on-campus.

Stephen McHale, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Explorys

Mr. McHale will discuss his company’s aim to use healthcare data in new ways, aggregating and leveraging “high velocity data” from the health care industry.
 

Gary Parsons, Chief Executive Officer, NextNav LLC

Mr. Parsons, one of the founders of XM Satellite, will talk about the latest in hyperlocal mobility and NexNAV’s revolutionary positioning of technology that has the potential to reshape retail purchasing, consumer advertising, as well as E911 and emergency response.

Introduction Video from Capital Connection on Vimeo.

 
Capital Connection™, a MAVA premier event, is designed for seasoned executives, entrepreneurs, and investors at all stages to come together under one roof to expand their innovations, create industry connections, or grow their enterprise. It is one of the nation's most respected industry conferences with more than 800 attendees each year who share a common goal of enhancing our technological ecosystem.

Unmatched Networking Opportunities

• Connect with seed, growth and late stage companies & investors to enhance your network of peers

Focused Programming

• Learn the latest market intelligence specifically designed for each sector

Key Technology Resources

• Meet with corporate customers and partners who are potential acquirers & influencers

Investment Capital Across All Stages

• Angel
• Private Equity
• Debt and Alternative Capital
• Institutional VC
• Family Offices
• Corporate Investors
• Growth Capital

"Capital Connection'12 was my third opportunity to present and I was thrilled to see MAVA organize such a successful event. Especially in the context of a tough economic climate, I thought the event showcased a surprising number of exciting companies (with impressive presentations) and a strong ecosystem that is helping them succeed. This exceptional event was a great reminder of the role that MAVA plays as a key enabler for innovator and investor partnerships in our region."

Wayne Jackson
CEO, Sonatype

"The energy at this year's Capital Connection was remarkable and a real testament to the vibrant entrepreneurial community here in the Mid-Atlantic."

Kay Parry
SVP - Venture Banking, Square 1 Bank

"This year's theme was returning the focus back on the entrepreneur. I was most excited to see the response from the entrepreneurs, the quality of those presenting their businesses, and the engagement of those just attending; which is what will ultimately keep this conference as the MUST-ATTEND event in the mid-atlantic for VCs, entrepreneurs, corporate and professional partners."

Thanasis Delistathis
Managing Partner, New Atlantic Ventures