Clovis forum open to new business ideas

New and early-stage businesses are invited to make presentations to potential investors at the Valley Entrepreneur Showcase at the annual Central Valley Venture Forum.

The forum will be held Sept. 24 at the Veterans Memorial building in Clovis.

The Lyles Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at California State University, Fresno, is accepting applications for interested businesses.

Five businesses will be selected to make pitches to leading investor groups, venture capital funds and commercial banking institutions. Each business will have 10 minutes, followed by a question-and-answer session.

Businesses have until Sept. 3 to apply at www.valleyventureforum.com. Details: (559) 294-2045.