# Event Details - **Event Name**: TechXel Stamford Venture Expert 1 of 12 : ZOOM ,David Lyons, Leadership - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 15 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 15 Jan, 2026 at 06:45 pm - **Event Description**: “It’s the jockey, not the horse.” Venture investors focus on the management team in their funding and valuation decisions.About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/c8864830-e2ef-11f0-983f-3f1406156a47-rimg-w1200-h225-dcfefefe-gmir.jpg TechXel Stamford Venture Expert Series (1 of 12): ZOOM, David LyonsLeadership and Team BuildingJanuary 15, 2026 5:30-6:45 PMDavid Lyons, Principal , Den Corporate Advisors“It’s the jockey, not the horse.” Venture investors focus on the management team in their funding and valuation decisions. Typical scored valuations attribute 30% to the team, so leading and building the team to manage a new venture is job one for entrepreneurs.David has founded, and served as Chairman, President, and CEO for a number of private and public companies, primarily in the technology space. As Principal of Den Corporate Advisors for over 20 years, David provides counseling services to businesses from start-up to middle market concerning both their sales and marketing process and their operational structure. Having led the acquisition of over 45 businesses, on both the buy and sale side, he guides businesses through the process of getting the best price when selling their company, and assuring the proper search is made and fair value is paid when pursuing strategic acquisition opportunities. He has served on multiple public and private boards, and his years practicing corporate and securities law all contribute greatly to Mr. Lyons understanding of “how the process works”.In addition to Den, David sits on the Board of NAMI Southwest CT. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is a nationwide nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by mental health problems. He has recently started a new blog site, amitfy.com, which focuses on a lifestyle centered around mindfulness and self care, with a business model based on selling through affiliate relationships only.5:30 -5:45 pm introductions and networking 5:45- 6:45 pm David’s remarks, Q&APlease register on Eventbrite before NOON on January 15Zoom invitations will be sent by 1PM. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/stamford/techxel-stamford-venture-expert-1-of-12-zoom-david-lyons-leadership/100001978976092766 - **Event Categories**: business, health-wellness, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Stamford - **state**: CT - **country**: United States - **location**: Ferguson Library -ZOOM - **lat**: 41.0510592 - **long**: -73.5373923 - **full address**: Ferguson Library -ZOOM, 1 Public Library Plaza, Stamford, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: TechXel Stamford Venture Expert 1 of 12 : ZOOM ,David Lyons, Leadership - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/986b87c810afa799bade77b33fa4c810f962a5aa37a859bb8ec8aadfcea322df-rimg-w1200-h594-dc48bfd8-gmir.jpg?v=1766818008 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is TechXel Stamford Venture Expert 1 of 12 : ZOOM ,David Lyons, Leadership being held? - **A:** TechXel Stamford Venture Expert 1 of 12 : ZOOM ,David Lyons, Leadership takes place on Thu, 15 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 15 Jan, 2026 at 06:45 pm at Ferguson Library -ZOOM, 1 Public Library Plaza, Stamford, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing TechXel Stamford Venture Expert 1 of 12 : ZOOM ,David Lyons, Leadership? - **A:** TechXel Stamford Venture Expert 1 of 12 : ZOOM ,David Lyons, Leadership is organized by TechXel Stamford LLC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** TechXel Stamford Venture Expert 1 of 12 : ZOOM ,David Lyons, Leadership is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Stamford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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