Frequently asked questions:
Q. What is the MIT Enterprise Forum of Atlanta?
A. The Forum promotes the formation and growth of technology oriented companies through its series of specialized education events. In addition to superb content that addresses cutting-edge business, technology and marketplace issues, these programs provide valuable networking opportunities for all.
Forum programs highlight emerging technologies as well as give you the tools you need to start a company, build the team, find the right customers, get funded and get the answers to complex questions regarding entrepreneurship - making it time well spent for the new or seasoned entrepreneur.
Join Atlanta's richest network of business leaders, venture and angel investors, and representatives from the service community!
Q. Do I have to be an MIT alumna or alumnus to attend Forum events?
A. No. We invite everyone who is interested to join us as a member or attendee, and USE US (we don't mind) to build your business. Less than 10 percent of our members are MIT affiliates.
Q. What are the benefits of joining the Forum?
A. Membership provides discounted admission for you and a guest to all of our regular events, and special invitations to Members Only VIP receptions with event speakers, panelists, sponsors and other members.
Q. Who will I likely meet?
A. Our broad and diverse audience includes senior level investors, entrepreneurs, service providers and technology leaders.
Roughly 2/3 of our members have experience running their own business. In addition, nearly 1/3 of our members hold titles of Chairman, CEO or President, and 3/4 are on their company’s leadership team (achieving professional levels of VP and higher).
Q. How do I join?
A. It's as easy as finding out more here or signing up immediately here!
Q. How do I volunteer?
A. The MIT Enterprise Forum relies heavily on the generous support of its member volunteers. Are you a resident of the greater Atlanta community? Have you attended at least two Forum events? Are you willing to commit to at least two hours a week to work on Forum activities?
Volunteers from our membership manage every facet of the programs and operations of the Forum, from planning and executing each event to the support operations such as finance, marketing, external relationships, sponsorships, memberships and volunteers.
We encourage all members who are interested in getting more involved with the Forum to join one of our committees and help us make it happen. To find out more about volunteer opportunities, please contact Virginia Martin at 404-422-0330 and she will put you in touch with the appropriate committee chair.
Q. Why does the Forum have sponsors?
A. The Forum relies heavily on sponsors to help grow the organization and provide the financial resources to produce top-notch programs, attract expert speakers and hold the program in a high-quality environment. All the funds from our sponsors, as well as program fees, stay in Atlanta to develop and grow our local Chapter.
Q. How can I become a sponsor?
A. The Forum places great value on the depth of our network of sponsors. We are constantly looking to extend our reach into new areas, and we welcome the infusion of new ideas and perspectives into our organization. To find out more, please contact Virginia Martin at 404-422-0330 and she will put you in touch with the appropriate committee chair
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