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David Whitney and David Kim are now friends Aug 29, 2011

2nd Annual GAIN Fast Pitch at TBD

August 25, 2011 from 5pm to 7pm

NEW DATE: AUGUST 18, 5-7PMSelected start-ups will "compete" in a speed-dating style event where the entrepreneurs ("Pitchers") have 3 minutes to pitch their business idea to specially recruited investors, mentors or service providers (the "Catchers"). The Catchers will vote on the best Pitcher, who will take home the coveted Fast Pitch Bat. Here's how it works: there will be 9 innings (baseball, get it?). Each inning lasts 5 minutes. You'll have 2-3 minutes (max) to give you elevator pitch to a…See More

David Whitney is attending Randy Scott's event Jul 13, 2011

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David Whitney is now friends with Joshua Williams and Keith E. McInnis Jul 13, 2011

Alisa Wills and David Whitney are now friends Feb 6, 2011

David Whitney is now friends with Turner Hall and Lana Wilson Feb 5, 2011

David Whitney is now friends with Alexis Weill, Jim Lilkendey and Jorelle Laakso Jan 26, 2011

David Whitney is now friends with Brent Christensen, Paulo Da Silva and Anand Bodhe Jan 18, 2011

David Whitney and Michael Albritton are now friends Jan 10, 2011

David Whitney is now friends with Adrienne Wells and Jeremy Fowers Jan 6, 2011

Innovation on the Blue Path (PreParty to Ray Kurzweil–The Singularity is Near) at Florida Museum of Natural History (FLMNH)

January 12, 2011 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Please join us for an energized event designed to inspire creative collaborations between the technology, cultural and conservation sectors of our community. The event will feature local innovative environmental/clean tech companies and a tour of The Blue Path Exhibit. Let's generate new actions for the new year that will capitalize on our most incredible assets—our place and our talent—as we build and market Gainesville's Culture of Innovation in 2011.Wednesday, January 12, 20115:30 - 7:30…See More

David Whitney is attending Donna Foster's event Jan 6, 2011

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TEC

Welcome to the GAINnet TEC Group! The Entrepreneurship Club at UF aims to serve all student entrepreneurs at UF by providing a prominent and diverse speaker series and a strong network of like-minded individuals to encourage entrepreneurial spirit.

David Whitney joined GAIN's group Dec 9, 2010

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David Whitney is now friends with Joseph Grutta and Avi Leavitt Dec 9, 2010

GAIN/Grooveshark University App Camp Graduation & December Mixer at Innovation Quarters (IQ)

December 8, 2010 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

You're Invited! Discover New Mobile Apps Created in Gainesville, Tour Innovation Quarters (IQ) & Network with Local Entrepreneurs and InnovatorsWednesday, December 8 at 5:30-7:30 p.m.Innovation Quarters, 203 S.W. 3 Ave., GainesvilleJoin us as we celebrate the graduation of the Grooveshark University App Camp inaugural class and preview for the first time the apps they’ve been working on this semester; discover…See More

David Whitney is attending GAIN's event Nov 29, 2010

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David Whitney and Stephanie G. Travis are now friends Nov 29, 2010

David Whitney and Isabell Springer are now friends Nov 12, 2010

David Whitney and John Chason are now friends Nov 10, 2010

Profile Information

Status: Executive

Company Name: Energent Ventures

Title: Managing Director

Industry: Venture Capital & Private Equity

University/College: University of Florida

Company website: www.energentventures.com

Twitter address: whit5470

Specialties in Your Industries of Expertise: Entrepreneur in Residence at the University of Florida's College of Engineering

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Could This Be You?

Posted on September 19, 2010 at 12:12pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Are you (just) crazy (enough) to be an entrepreneur who desires to change the world?

This New York Times article sheds insight into the personality traits, behaviors and attitudes of certain people who are passionate – manic? – in their quest to do something game-changing. …

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Gainesville's Innovation Garden

Posted on September 5, 2010 at 11:51am 1 Comment 0 Likes

Gainesville's innovators and entrepreneurs have planted the seeds of a garden that grows daily. The question is, will this garden produce bountiful harvests? I am confident it will. That's because I believe in the innovators and entrepreneurs who till the soil and work tirelessly to produce one bumper crop after another. And I believe in the investors who "water" Gainesville's garden… Continue

A Cautionary Tale?

Posted on July 19, 2010 at 10:05pm 1 Comment 0 Likes

The accompanying article from the New York Times illustrates the uncertainties that can result from aligning with a strategic - often, larger - partner. Many start-up company leaders are encouraged to seek out and secure strategic partners (for the capital, people, experience and contacts they bring) as an alternative to raising financial capital - i.e., angel and/or venture investment - to finance the company's operations.

As this article demonstrates, this strategy -… Continue

Practical Tips for Finding Angel Investors

Posted on May 21, 2010 at 7:30pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Entrepreneurs’ quest for capital is never ending. Capturing this capital is part of the challenge of building a sustainably profitable company. So even after you pitched your business plan and outlined all the reasons why angel investors should invest in your company, obtaining angel financing isn't easy. So then, what is the best way to secure angel…

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Et Tu, Gainesville?

Posted on May 14, 2010 at 10:52am 2 Comments 0 Likes

Even you, Gainesville.

The back-to-basics approach followed by investors in Boulder-based companies is a blueprint for advancing Gainesville’s entrepreneurial activities. Although

Foundry Group is profiled in a recent New York Times article…

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At 8:33pm on July 21, 2010, Canan Balaban said…: Whit,
Do you plan to go to the 7/28 GAIN lunch meeting?
Canan

At 10:37am on December 28, 2009, Anna Olcese said…: David,

Thank you for contacting me. I apologize for not responding sooner; the holidays have been hectic, as you may imagine. It would be a pleasure to speak with you anytime. Please feel free to contact me either via email at anna@competira.com or by phone at 870-3140. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

-Anna