The Premier Gathering of Investment & Innovation: Keiretsu Forum Northwest & Rockies’ Investor Capital Expo 2025
The US private equity market has kicked off 2025 with remarkable momentum, riding the wave of an exceptional 2024. With the valuation gap closing and more deals being completed, the investment landscape is buzzing with activity. Such promising signs of growth and activity are about to go to the next level, with Keiretsu Forum Northwest and Rockies gearing up for the biggest investment event of the year – The Investor Capital Expo.
Scheduled for April 2nd and 3rd, the Expo will bring together the most active investors, thought leaders, and early-stage companies across North America. Attendees will gain access to some of the most promising emerging companies, each selected for their innovation, growth potential, industry impact, and long-term value. Investors can attend the Expo in person at the Washington Athletic Club in Seattle or join the event online live on Zoom.
Last year, the two Expos in March and August featured thirty-three (33) breakthrough companies and 1,470 investors (including angel investors, venture capitalists, institutional investors, and family offices). Now, in 2025, Keiretsu Forum will raise the bar even higher with more deal-making opportunities, high-impact networking, and thought leadership discussions.
Nathan McDonald, Chairman of Keiretsu Forum Northwest & Rockies, remarked,
"As the first Investor Capital Expo of the year, this event sets the stage for incredible opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs. We are excited to bring together a dynamic community, spark meaningful conversations, and facilitate the connections that drive innovation and investment forward."
The first day is dedicated to Keiretsu Family Office Forum & Power Matching Exchange, where CEOs of early-stage companies will connect with family offices and angel investment groups from the United States and Canada. Each participant will have 5-10 curated meeting slots, with 15 minutes per meeting, allowing for focused discussions on potential collaborations. Entrepreneurs and investors are carefully matched based on their investment profiles to ensure productive conversations that could lead to future deals and partnerships.
The second day of the Expo will be an action-packed showcase of 18 high-growth companies pitching to an audience of hundreds of distinguished private equity investors. These pitches will be followed by interactive Q&A sessions, giving investors a deeper understanding of each company's potential. The agenda also includes keynote speeches from leading voices in the angel investment space, covering emerging trends, industry insights, and inspirational success stories.
The event will conclude with an awards and recognition ceremony honoring key achievements within the Keiretsu investor network. Some of the most anticipated awards include:
Most Valued Company: Chosen by investor vote for outstanding business potential.
Most Investor Interest Award: Recognizing the company that garners the highest investor engagement.
Most Valued Member: Celebrating significant contributions to the investor community.
With the pieces coming together for a landmark Spring Expo, these two days in April promise to be game-changing for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Mark your calendars for April 2nd and 3rd; your next big opportunity is waiting at the Investor Capital Expo!
About Keiretsu Forum Northwest & Rockies
Keiretsu Forum Northwest & Rockies is a region within the global Keiretsu Forum investor network. It includes chapters in Vancouver (Canada), Denver/Boulder, Bellevue, Seattle, Salt Lake City/Boise, and Portland. Keiretsu Forum Northwest & Rockies has more than 400 members and has invested over $750 million since its founding in 2005. For more information, visit www.k4northwest.com