Most business owners think raising money is about having a good idea. It’s not. It’s about being ready. On Tuesday, July 28th, Elevator Des Moines is hosting Steve Walsh for a Lunch & Learn on what investors actually evaluate when they’re deciding whether to write a check, and what separates the founders who get funded from the ones who get a polite no.

Steve is a private equity investor, founder of Bison International Group, and author of Make the 10X Leap and The Blackbook for High-Net-Worth Investors. He’s spent more than 30 years at the intersection of capital and execution, helping founders structure better deals and build businesses that throw off real cash. He’s known for cutting through financial complexity and giving owners clear, practical answers.

Doors open at 11:30 AM for a social hour with fellow members, and Steve kicks off at 12:00 PM. Whether you’re actively looking for capital or just want to understand how the other side thinks, you’ll leave with a sharper picture of what “investor ready” actually means. RSVP by replying to the Des Moines Community Team.

When: Tuesday, July 28th | Social hour 11:30 AM, presentation at 12:00 PM
Where: Elevator Des Moines
Cost: Free for members