Summit Welcome Mixer

Kick off the Midcon VC Summit with our Welcome mixer at 8:00 PM at Meteor Guitar Gallery! Open to all, this event promises live music and a vibrant night of networking and new connections. All guests receive two drink tickets to enjoy the evening. Dress code: VC casual. Doors open at 7:30pm! See you there

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Ecosystem Breakfast

Enjoy a complimentary summit breakfast before starting your exploration activities.

Innovation Bus Tour Group A

• 10:00am – Thaden School Tour
• 11:00am – Museum of Native American History (MONA)
• 12:15pm – Head to Lunch

Innovation Bus Tour Group B

• 10:00am – Momentary Exhibit
• 11:00am – Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
• 12:15pm – Head to Lunch

Lunch at 8th Street Market

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Lunch will be held at 8th Street Market, home to an array of restaurants and food trucks. We encourage guests to explore the diverse culinary offerings and shopping available at your own expense. We look forward to seeing you there and hope you enjoy this opportunity to indulge in Bentonville’s culinary delights.

FARM TO FORK

About This Event

Location: Brightwater in 8th Street

Event Descripton: Join Chef Travis McConnell as  talks through seasonal, locally sourced food that includes Arkansas seasonal produce, local pasture finished beef, and a special ingredient, Arkansas Organic Grits.

Instructions: This event is inside 8th Street Market, has limited capacity and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

Meet your Hosts: Meet Travis McConnell, he is currently the Recipe and Development Chef at Ropeswing, he worked at well-known establishments including Higgins restaurant & bar, Boccalone Salumeria, Revival Bar + Kitchen and The Capital Hotel.

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SELF EXPLORATION & SHOPPING

About This Event

Location: Bentonville Square

Event Description: Enjoy exploring the shops, restaurants, and various offerings off of the square.

Instructions: Innovation busses will take you to Bentonville Square from 8th Street Market

Meet your Hosts: None

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ART TOUR

About This Event

Location: Bentonville Square

Event Descripton: Bentonville has a vibrant public art scene. This short walking tour will provide you with a taste of some of those works. Your guides will share some stories, welcome your questions, and guarantee a good time!

Instructions: Busses will take you from 8th street market to the beginning of this tour at 2:00pm

Please wear comfortable shoes and bring your curiosity!

Meet your Hosts: Meet Carlyn and Tom. Carlyn Wilder serves the Northwest Arkansas community as the Associate Curator of OZ Art, a collection of contemporary and public art. Tom is the chair of Bentonville’s Public Arts Advisory Committee and is active in many of the community’s cultural initiatives.

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INVESTOR MEET & MATCH

About This Event

Location: The U of A Collaborative

Event Descripton: Join us for a dynamic networking event designed to connect startups, investors, and ecosystem leaders. This event features structured speed-dating rounds, where each 15-minute session is a chance for attendees to make strategic introductions. Startups will have the chance to pitch directly to investors, VCs can network with their peers, and potential LPs have the opportunity to engage with visiting firms.

Instructions: Transportation is not provided, but UA Collaborative is next door to 8th street market

Meet your Hosts: Serafina Lalany & Christie Brannon, NWA Council

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SUMMIT WORKSHOP

About This Event

Location: The U of A Collaborative

Event Description: Join Arif Damji as he will dive into the understanding impact of TAM (Total Addressable Market).

Instructions: Transportation is not provided, but UA Collaborative is next door to 8th street market

Meet your Hosts: Meet Bryce, he is the Managing Director of Talent Acquisition Group, a consultancy that helps organizations acquire the very best talent.

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SUMMIT WORKSHOP

About This Event

Location: The U of A Collaborative

Event Description: In today’s market, every hire really matters. Join Bryce Murray from Talent Acquisition Group for an interactive conversation on how to find and hire the talent you need to succeed. Topics will include interviewing best practices, sourcing strategies, and successful onboarding.

Instructions: Transportation is not provided, but UA Collaborative is next door to 8th street market

Meet your Hosts: Meet Bryce, he is the Managing Director of Talent Acquisition Group, a consultancy that helps organizations acquire the very best talent.

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THE BUILD IN TULSA

About This Event

Location: The U of A Collaborative

Event Description :Come be a part of Atento Capital and contribute to the growth of startups in Tulsa at the Investor Reveal event hosted by Build In Tulsa Techstars. This exclusive, in-person gathering marks the midpoint of the accelerator program, where Cohort #4 will showcase their company pitches.

Instructions:Transportation is not provided, but UA Collaborative is next door to 8th street market

Meet your Hosts: This event is hosted by Build in Tulsa (BIT) Techstars & Atento Capital. If you have any questions please contact Leticia Calvillo, Program Manager at BIT Techstars at leticia.calvillo@techstars.com.

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SUMMIT WORKSHOP

About This Event

Location: The U of A Collaborative

Event Description: Products and markets may be unique, but the path to finding product-market fit is not unique. Please join Andrew Goldner, the Founding Partner of GrowthX, as he reveals the specific sequence of steps every B2B founder must take to market and find product-market fit.

Instructions: Transportation is not provided, but UA Collaborative is next door to 8th street market

Meet your Hosts: Meet Andrew; he has been advising, running, starting, and investing in startups since 1998, based in NYC, Hong Kong, Singapore, Palo Alto, and Nashville.

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Summit Happy Hour

Come and join us at the Summit Happy Hour, sponsored by Phalanx Impact Partners

Opening Reception

Come and join us at our opening reception at the Thaden School Great Hall!

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Summit After Party

Come and join us at Midcon VC Summit Closing Reception!

Cap off the summit with an unforgettable celebration! Join us for an epic after-party featuring a DJ, refreshments, open bar, and endless fun. It’s the perfect opportunity to unwind, connect with fellow attendees, and celebrate the success of the summit in style. Don’t miss out!