Pioneer of Hawaii's Venture Economy 1997-2005 Tech Investor Networking & Deal Space
PBF brands include:
* PBF Venture Consulting * The Hawaii Venture Journal * Pacific Angel Network
* Fusion $100,000 New Venture Showcase * Knowledge/Network Breakfast Forums
* Hawaii Tech & Emerging Companies' CEO Roundtable * Deal-Engine Software
- Between 2001 and 2005, Pacific Business Forums' pioneering, targeted and strategic efforts aimed at cultivating accredited private investors and introducing VCs to Hawaii lead to the entry of three venture funds representing nearly $4 billion in capital, and resulted in nearly $25 million in early-stage funding for 18 of Hawaii's hottest emerging technology companies.
- PBF has worked with high-potential tech entrepreneurs and small businesses and began the first local database of high net worth individuals in 1997--aka angel investors. PBF consistently deliver insights and access through
- publications and high quality monthy and annual events.
- If you're serious about growing your emerging business OR conversely, are an accredited investor seeking high quality deal flow in which to deploy risk capital, you want to work with us!
Hawaii's Venture Economy Infrastructure Leader
Knowledge Network Forums
Knowledge Network Forums
Knowledge Network Forums
Hawaii, Silicon Valley and Wall Street's biggest names headline morning breakfast power talks to hundreds
Hawaii Venture Journal
Knowledge Network Forums
Knowledge Network Forums
With reach of 55,000, the Hawaii Venture Journal (formerly The Real Deal) provides
relevant insights into Hawaii tech and VC
PBF Venture Consulting
Knowledge Network Forums
Fusion $100k Venture Showcase
The premiere advisory for those emerging companies serious about raising strategic, smart money.
Fusion $100k Venture Showcase
Fusion $100k Venture Showcase
Fusion $100k Venture Showcase
$100,000 Fusion Venture Showcase for Asia Pacific, precursor to Fusion 2004 developed under Executive Order of White House
Pacific Angel Network
Fusion $100k Venture Showcase
Pacific Angel Network
Hawaii's first angel investor network launched in 1996 (members not pictured)
Deal Engine Software
Fusion $100k Venture Showcase
Pacific Angel Network
Robust web based matching engine built on a $1MM Oracle platform and venue of exchange where local investors and lenders and SMEs across all industries can connect and do deals
Ground breaking initiatives
Under Executive Order of The White House
U.S. Dept. of Commerce - Hawaii Convention Center
Hawaii Tech CEO Roundtable
CEOs leading companies with $10MM in annual revenue +
Sponsors include:
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