Concept to Commercialization: Entrepreneurial Breakfast Series (Jan. 20, 2005)

Baiada Center Entrepreneurial Breakfast Series: January 20

Drexel University LeBow College of Business Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship in Technology invites you to
Technology Transfer: Addressing the Concept to Commercialization Gap
January 20, 2005 7:30 - 10:00 a.m.

George D. Behrakis Grand Hall, Creese Student Union Complex32nd and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA

Innovative technologies are emerging in the 21st century at an unparalleled pace. Yet, the commercialization of these concepts and inventions is not keeping up with the acceleration of great ideas and pioneering research. It is estimated that there may be more venture money available than good ventures to invest in. So what is creating the concept to commercialization gap?

Panel discussion moderated by:
Stephen M. Goodman, Esquire; Partner, Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP

Panelists:
Dr. Louis P. Berneman, Managing Director, Center for Technology Transfer, University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Donna DeCarolis, Chair, Management Department and Professor of Technology Commercialization
Michael DiPiano, Managing Partner, NewSpring Capital
Dan H. McKinney, Managing Partner, NextStage Advisors
Dr. Anil K. Rastogi, Vice President, Entrepreneurship and Technology Commercialization, Drexel University

RSVP online at www.lebow.drexel.edu/baiada/events
For more information, contact Terri McIlhenney at terrim@drexel.edu or 215.895.0302.