Wednesday, October 8th, 2008 · E2detroit 2008 Entrepreneurial Symposium

7:45 AM - 8:45 AM

Registration

8:45 AM - 9:00 AM

Welcome Address

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Opening Keynote Presentation

10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Break

10:20 AM - 11:20 AM

Executive Keynote Presentation

David Brandon
President and Chief Executive Officer
Domino's Pizza

Entrepreneurial Spirit and Innovative Thought: Making a Corporate Cultural Norm

In today's hyper competitive environment, success comes from being extra-ordinary. Domino's Pizza has built such a legacy, and a corporate philosophy that consistently challenges the status quo - seeking to out-smart the smartest, and out-wit the wittiest. This corporate philosophy has been instilled at the very top and is now visible at every layer of the organization - and at its core is the encouragement of entrepreneurial spirit and innovative thinking. In this presentation, attendees will gain valuable insights from one of Michigan's most renowned corporate entrepreneurs - from how to create a cultural foundation of innovation to maintaining industry leadership in ever-changing and increasingly difficult times.

11:20 AM - 12:20 PM
Concurrent Sessions

Session A: Executive Conference Session

Michigan Resources: Familiarize and Utilize to Maximize...The Success of Your Business


Session B: Executive Panel Discussion

Nick Acosta // Partnership Success
President and Founder
HelpMeFindMyPet.com

Terry Beltran Miller // Marketing Success
President
Vista Latino

Entrepreneurial Success Stories: Sharing Insights and Lessons Learned

This executive panel discussion will feature success stories from some of Michigan's leading entrepreneurs. Panelists will provide attendees with true insight into the critical success factors and common pitfalls not just experienced by the panelists themselves, but by most entrepreneurs. Significant focus will be given to the three areas of Partnerships, Marketing and Financial Sourcing.


Session C: Executive Interactive Session

Barry Demp
President
Demp Coaching

The CEO Skillset: Taking It to the Next Level

In this executive interactive session, Barry Demp, President of Demp Coaching, President of the International Coach Federation, Southeast Michigan Chapter and the First Master Certified Coach in the State of Michigan, will lend his highly sought-after leadership expertise to assist participants in sharpening their executive skills. If you want to sharpen your edge...this is where you'll do it! Focus Points will include: Barry's Comprehensive Personal Excellence Model; Increase Your Ability to Create and Sustain Professional and Personal Relationship; Mastering Your Leadership, Management and Coaching Skills.

12:20 PM - 1:50 PM

Networking Lunch and Honorary Luncheon Keynote Address

Michigan's Green Movement: Creating Jobs While Improving the Environment

1:50 PM - 2:50 PM
Concurrent Sessions

Session A: Executive Conference Session

The Legal Expert: Protecting Your Business and Its Intellectual Property


Session B: Executive Interactive Session

Mark Lundquist
President
Fulcrum Edge

The Dirty Little Secrets of Entrepreneurship: What You Should All Know But No One Will Tell You

Looking for a politically incorrect session that will give you the truths about entrepreneurship? If so, this session is for you! Discussion points include: Why potential investors benefit by moving slowly towards funding you; Why you shouldn't use friends and relatives as your advisors; The truth about Adult ADHD in entrepreneurs and investors; Why most business plans bomb out; Why you should consider becoming number 2 in your company; What you should prepare to give up in order to move forward; Why nobody actually needs you or your invention


Session C: Executive Conference Session

Nipa Shah
President
Jenesys Group

Online Marketing: The Secrets to Success

It's the sign of the times...if you've yet to incorporate an online component to your marketing mix, it's high time you do! Expert online marketer, Nipa Shah will offer attending entrepreneurs with the secrets of the trade of online marketing. From blogs to online banners to email blasts - learn how to extend your reach and maximize your marketing efforts through going online.


Session D: Executive Conference Session

Antonio Luck
Adams Fellow
Delphi Corporation

Calling All Young Entrepreneurs!: A Hands-On Workshop

In this Snapshot Workshop, attendees will gain valuable insight and actionable tools critical for success as young entrepreneurs. Workshop facilitators are young successful entrepreneurs themselves, and can thus offer relatable feedback.

2:50 PM - 3:00 PM

Break

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Keynote Panel Discussion

Terry Cross // Moderator
Founder
Windward Associates, LLC
Executive in Residence
Wayne State University School of Business

Tony Dahm // Panel
First Vice President
Hennessey Capital

Rick Galdi // Panel
President
Great Lakes Angels

David Morris // Panel
Executive Director
Oracle Capital

The Art of Sourcing Capital: The Do's and Don'ts

Sourcing capital for a business venture is not a walk in the park. Based on the size and scale of business, some investors are appropriate, and others are not. And finding a suitable investor is just obstacle No. 1! The steps to successfully securing funding for your business is endless - from developing the right skill-set as a CEO to drafting a strong business plan to delivering a winning pitch. In this Keynote Panel, leading Michigan investors will offer valuable insights and actionable sourcing strategies that they've seen successful throughout their years of experience in assisting businesses in successfully secure financial support. Leverage the power of their knowledge!

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Executive Keynote Presentation

Mary Ellen Sheets
President and Chief Executive Officer
Two Men and A Truck International

Franchising: Proven Strategies for Success

Franchising, if done properly, can result in tremendous financial gains. In this presentation, gain insight from one of the nations leading franchisors, Mary Ellen Sheets of Two Men and A Truck International. Her humorous story of her family's adventure into franchising and lessons-learned may encourage you to approach franchising for success.

5:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Closing Remarks

5:15 PM - 6:30 PM

E2detroit 2008 Cocktail Reception