New Enterprise Forum

New Enterprise Forum (NEF) is a non-profit organization based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that serves as a critical link between entrepreneurs, investors, and business experts. Established in 1986, the organization specializes in coaching early-stage startups to perfect their investor pitches and executive summaries, facilitating connections to capital and management resources. NEF hosts monthly forum meetings that include showcase presentations from coached companies, educational panels, and networking events for the regional startup community. While industry-agnostic, NEF has a strong history of supporting the life sciences and healthcare sectors, providing a platform for numerous biotech and medtech firms to secure funding and strategic partnerships.