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THE PVCA AT A GLANCE
Who: The Pittsburgh Venture Capital Association [PVCA] is the leading voice of private equity investors in Western Pennsylvania and among the most prominent in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Mission: The PVCA was founded in 1982 to encourage growth of venture capital and businesses in western Pennsylvania through a wide range of educational, investment and networking programs and events, as well as serving as an advocate for venture investing in the region.
What: The PVCA works as an advocate for the venture capital industry and facilitates the flow of capital into promising ventures through networking luncheons, receptions, prominent events like the 3 Rivers Venture Fair and other activities that encourage discussions on topics pertaining to investment trends, financing, tax issues, IPOs and public policy issues
Where Our focus is Western Pennsylvania but our influence has expanded nationally through the high-profile 3 Rivers Venture Fair, which attracts more than 600 attendees, including some of the nation's most prominent investors and firms.
Age: Founded in 1982
Membership: 200, including every major venture capital firm in the region, as well as private investors, top-tier service providers and leaders in economic development.
Past Outstanding Entrepreneur of the Year Winners
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March 13, 2012
~ Duquesne Club ~
Networking Luncheon |
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April 10, 2012
~ Duquesne Club ~
Networking Luncheon |
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