Discussion for Seed to Series B Startups on whether you are ready with your MVP; if you have the right product and features; how to bring the product to market. We will answer questions such as: How do you create and execute on a successful product launch? How and when to get feedback? Â When do you know that you need to hone the product vs change the product vs pivot. Â And most importantly YOUR questions.Â
Jonathan Chashper is a recognized professional offering fresh insight and a passion for innovation. He has a proven track record in planning, building and launching successful high-profile software solutions. As a dynamic leader and guide, Mr. Chashper’s leadership drives team cohesion and inspires individuals to strive for even higher levels of achievement. Mr. Chashper has a solid technological background, enhanced with a first-class MBA.
Born in a corrugated iron hut in Bangladesh with no running water, Wazi came to America to study Electrical Engineering (Univ of Pennsylvania), Finance (Wharton), and an MBA (Stanford University). Working as an Investment Banker, Venture Capitalist and Management Consultant (The Boston Consulting Group) gave Wazi the tools to become an Entrepreneur – starting companies he has sold, run or folded.
Joe Gilani is a New York City native, networking enthusiast with experience in driving sales within fast-paced, rapidly evolving environments. He is incessantly building relationships through hosting monthly meet ups for entrepreneurs around NYC and continues to leverage his expertise in client relations and customer service. As the co-host of Onward Upward Podcast, he has the privilege of interviewing top entrepreneurs in the tech space and speaking product strategy and growth.
Steven Buchwald is a startup lawyer and founding partner of Buchwald & Associates, a law firm focusing on representing tech startups. Steven helps entrepreneurs navigate through the company formation and fund raising stages, as well as day-to-day issues like drafting and negotiating contracts. Buchwald & Associates represents emerging growth companies, private equity firms and international investors. Featured in multiple publications such as TechCrunch, Inc. and Forbes, Steven Buchwald is one of the leading legal authorities for business professionals, particularly entrepreneurs and investors.
Venue Sponsor - Founded in 2011, The Yard is New York City's premier, luxury, office space community to grow your ideas. Providing coworking and modern, private offices, the company brings together thousands of entrepreneurs in their seven workspaces across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Members get 24/7 access to furnished offices, state of the art conference rooms, ultra-fast WiFi, breathtaking event spaces, The BackYard - a members-only online network, inspiring lounges, custom curated artwork and much more.
Since 1969, Wiss has retained the same entrepreneurial passion and values from our founders. We hold onto the legacy of staying agile and providing excellent client service. Our team of 25 partners and 180 professional staff is here to help companies translate numbers into smart business decisions. By gathering our collective power, Wiss strives to make a deeper impact by giving back and serving our community in the NY/NJ metropolitan area. We embrace the power of change and adaptability by welcoming new technology advancements so our team can be anywhere and everywhere.