January 2009 Entrepreneurs Forum:Monetization StrategiesAs the downturn continues, making real money from your startup becomes even more essential. Advertising has been the mantra for many a recent startup. How realistic is this? This question becomes more important as ad revenues start to shrink due to cutbacks on budgets. What are other ways to make money. Come join us for a beer and a lively discussion on what matters the most in the end: running a profitable company. We would like to discuss the revenue model(s) used in our own businesses, plus those that we may have considered, and then review how alternatives may be applicable or attractive. Who knows, at the end of the evening you may end up with a completely new angle of monetization for your startup that you never thought of! Here is a recent article in Forbes that may help provide some context: http://www.forbes.com/2008/12/19/make-money-online-ent-tech-cx_mf_1219moneyonline.html Event Info:
Event Format & Schedule:The ULS meeting format relies on a highly participatory and collegial environment where all attendees contribute and benefit. The goal is to create a community where best practices can be shared and refined.Please note, this event is meant for entrepreneurs or investors actively participating in the start-up scene. If you attend, you will be expected to actively contribute, present, and share ideas. No free-loaders!!!!! 6:30 - 7:00 Drinks & Networking 7:00 - 7:30 Introductions and Participant Pitches 7:30 - 9:00 Topic Dicussion 9:00 - 9:30 Drinks & Networking |
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