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SBC: The Bid & the Ask - Building Investor Relationships

November 6, 2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CST)

Description

The Bid & the Ask:
Building Investor Relationships

What makes a business investable, and how do you communicate its potential to an investor? Learn what investors look for, strengthen your pitch, and build meaningful connections!

Are you looking to fund your next stage of growth, launch a startup, or explore angel investing? Join the Overland Park Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Social Balances, for an interactive program featuring Paul Epp and Jacob Bosch.

Paul Epp, who is currently raising capital, will share a founder's perspective on preparing an investment pitch, communicating potential returns, and building investor relationships. Through a live fundraising demonstration and opportunities to practice, learn how to communicate your business's value and answer a key investor question: "How will I get my money back?"

Get a firsthand look at how investment conversations unfold, with opportunities to practice your pitch, ask questions, and connect with founders and investors over lunch!

Event Agenda

- Doors Open for Lunch & Networking | 11:00 AM

- Welcome & Introductions | 11:15 AM

- Investor Insights | 11:20 - 11:40 AM

- The Bid & the Ask: Live Fundraising Demonstration | 11:40 AM - 12:05 PM

- Pitch Practice & Audience Q&A | 12:05 - 12:20 PM

- Networking & Connections | 12:25 - 1:00 PM

Lunch provided. Registration required to attend. Registration Deadline: November 5th, 5:00 PM. 

Registration includes access the educational program, networking opportunities, and lunch. Participation does not guarantee an investor introduction, individual investor meeting, or funding. Any facilitated introduction depends on mutual interest and separate consent to share relevant information.

Thank you to our 2026 Small Business Council Series Sponsor:

Time

11:00 AM | Doors Open for Lunch & Networking

11:15 AM | Program Begins

11:20 AM | Investor Insights 

11:40 AM | Live Demonstration

12:05 PM | Audience Q&A and Practice

12:25 - 1:00 PM | Networking & Connections

Pricing

Registration is required to attend. This event is free for OP Chamber members and $15 for non-members. Lunch is provided. 

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Contact Information

Name: Imani Lemon
Phone: (913) 766-7605
Email: ilemon@opchamber.org

Chamber members: to register for this event, you must be logged into your Member Info Hub account. If you need assistance with your login credentials or need to create a Member Info Hub account, please contact Imani Lemon at ilemon@opchamber.org or call (913) 766-7605

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