SOLIDWORKS World 2016 for Entrepreneurs

Are you thinking about a new product idea, need pointers on how to get funding, or want learn from other creative start-ups? SOLIDWORKS WORLD 2016 will feature a new event for entrepreneurs at all stages of development to help prepare you for business success.

Join us in Dallas on Tuesday, February 2 for three successive panel discussions starting at 1:30pm CT:

Session 1: Getting Started (1:30pm to 2:30pm)

This panel will discuss how to launch a new venture, build a team, and get funded with startup issues specific to hardware ventures, and prototyping.

Session 2: Getting It Made (2:45pm to 3:45pm)

How-to and lessons learned on the topic of sourcing manufacturing domestically or abroad including supply chain and quality

Session 3: Getting it Sold (4:30pm to 6:00pm)

Building channels, utilizing existing channels, direct/e-commerce/brick & mortar and developing a brand. Learn how to get your new product onto the virtual or physical store shelf and ultimately into the hands of paying customers.

Each session is presented in a “fireside-chat” format. This provides you with opportunities to ask questions and actively participate with panelists comprised of venture capital investors, incubators and hardware start-up founders.

Speakers and fellow SOLIDWORKS users participating in the Entrepreneurship Track sessions include: