Technology start-ups often face extensive regulatory and political challenges as they scale up and expand in ways that disrupt incumbents and change the status quo. Clearing those hurdles requires founding teams to walk a tightrope and successfully manage the company’s public image.

Event-goers heard insights on these issues from venture capitalist and political strategist Bradley Tusk and Mintz Venture Capital & Emerging Companies Practice Co-chair Daniel DeWolf, followed by an opportunity to network.

Topics included:

• Anticipating and analyzing regulatory and political roadblocks

• Developing and executing a compelling media narrative 

• Effectively lobbying elected officials, regulators, and political staffers, particularly at the state and municipal level

• Leveraging compliance strategies to hinder potential competitors