Discover the keys to unlocking essential funding for your startup from founders who have been there and done that. Join a panel of experienced entrepreneurs at the Park’s next Lunch and Learn on Thursday, October 24. The panel will share their insights on the types of capital needed to scale and sustain a startup, offering practical guidance for founders navigating the complexities of funding. Whether it’s generating revenue, securing debt, applying for grants, or pursuing venture capital, this session will give attendees a comprehensive look at the options available to startups at various stages of growth.

The Park’s October Lunch & Learn will be on Thursday, October 24, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Phase III auditorium, 2033 Becker Dr.

This event is free, but registration is required as lunch will be provided. Please register below. This event is open to anyone. You do not have to work for a Park company to attend. If you register and can no longer attend, please let us know. Registration will close on Friday, October 18.

about the panel

Phil Reynolds, CEO of DevStride

With over 10 years of experience in the insurance industry, Phillip Reynolds is a visionary leader and a passionate innovator. He is the CEO and co-founder of DevStride, a company that is transforming the agile program and portfolio management landscape. He is also the Board Chair at BriteCore, a cloud-based insurance core system that he co-founded in 2008.

Phil is a SAFe SPC, a CPCU, and holds a certificate in Leading Change in Complex Organizations from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He speaks frequently on topics such as agile program management, product management, organizational design, technological innovation, and customer relationship management. He has received multiple honors and awards, including the Governor’s Missouri Entrepreneur of the Year, the Inc. 500, and the Go Magazine 20 under 30.

Phil is also an angel investor who serves as a consultant and board member in a range of portfolio companies. He is driven by the mission of empowering companies to deliver better products and services to their customers and stakeholders.

Robert Zhou, Serial Entrepreneur & Angel Investor

Robert Zhou assists pre-seed founders in their startup journeys by offering funding ranging from $25,000 to $500,000 and comprehensive guidance on all aspects of building a successful startup. Zhou has started multiple companies, including co-founding Red Nova Labs and Legalfit, both of which were acquired.