From an idea, or several ideas, to the creation of a company, it’s growth, and eventual sale to a strategic buyer. This is the whole story of a software company built and sold in Greenville. Through their early efforts, they accidentally discovered an unmet market demand for educational analytics — and then seized the opportunity. Come hear about one local software entrepreneur’s journey as he helped found and grow TetraData Corporation.
About our speaker
Peter Waldschmidt is an entrepreneur with a love for innovative technology. He co-founded TetraData Corporation in 1997, serving as its Chief Technology Officer. While at TetraData, he and his team designed an analytical software platform that enabled school administrators to gain insight into their strengths and weaknesses ( i.e. business intelligence for schools). During this period, he and his partners grew the company nationally becoming the market leader for educational analytics. In 2004 they raised venture capital to fund their continued growth and eventually sold the company to Follett Software Corporation in 2006.more…
GSATC Learning Lunch
Topic: Building and Selling a Software Company
Presented by: Peter Waldschmidt
Date: Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Crowne Plaza (Map: I-385 at Roper Mtn.)
Agenda
11:30 – 11:55 Registration, Networking, Lunch
11:55 – 12:10 Announcements
12:10 – 12:50 Presentation
12:50 – 1:00 Door Prizes, Adjourn
This meeting features easy access from I-385, plenty of free parking, ample networking opportunities, a great presentation, and door prizes. Plan to attend.
Lunch is $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
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