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Yesterday we had the Fundraising Strategy, Planning, and Execution workshop with Arturas Svirskis, Founder and CEO at Hexagon Ventures Group and Managing Partner at Cryptexus. Let’s reflect on some key takeaways discussed: 1. Match Your Stage with the Right Investors Align your startup’s stage (pre-seed, seed, etc.) with the appropriate investors, such as angel investors and early-stage VCs, to increase your chances of success. 2. Prepare Before You Pitch Ensure your pitch deck, financials, and data room are well-organized before reaching out to investors. Preparation will make your campaign smoother and more effective. 3. Balance Quantity and Quality in Outreach Reach out to a larger number of investors to improve your odds, but ensure each interaction is tailored and meaningful. 4. Time Your Fundraising Wisely Plan to launch your campaign in active fundraising months like September and October. Avoid slower periods like August when many investors are on vacation. 5. Focus on Real Problems in Your Pitch Clearly define the problem your startup solves and how your solution stands out. Avoid presenting problems that don’t exist. 6. Use Efficient Tools Leverage tools for outreach automation and investor research to streamline your fundraising efforts. 7. Seek More Than Just Capital Look for investors who offer strategic value, not just funding. The right partners can provide connections, advice, and support. 8. Fundraise with a Clear Runway Start fundraising with 9-12 months of runway left to avoid last-minute pressure. Investors prefer startups that are prepared and proactive. Follow us to stay updated with the insights from the #web3growthcamp2 sessions! #yardhub #web3accelerator #web3founders #web3growthcamp

Would you accept $2.5M for a 25% stake in your company? Last week, I met the founder of a Digital Health startup generating $250K in annual recurring revenue (ARR). Despite this promising offer, the founder hesitated and sought my advice. A wise VC once highlighted that the downfall of many companies is not due to dilution but a shortage of funds. Knowing when to grasp growth opportunities is essential. In my view, seizing the deal is the right choice. What are your thoughts? Share in the comments!

Connectd is scaling and how! Kudos to their massive growth in just 3 years - connecting the #startup & #investing ecosystem like no other 🚀 #venturecapital #investment #founders #fintech #seed #seriesA #enterprise #expansion #angelinvesting

#StartupAdvice #CoFounderExit #DeepTech #InvestorRelations Hey everyone! 👋 I’d love to hear your thoughts on handling a tough situation we’re currently facing. So, here’s the scoop: We’re a deeptech startup founded by two friends, and we later brought on a co-founder who took on a marketing role. Things have been moving along nicely since we raised our pre-seed round and are now deep into our seed fundraising. However, we just learned that our co-founder wants to exit. His reasons revolve around unmet work expectations and pay, and he simply doesn’t see a future with us. This scenario presents some unique challenges: Impact on Team Dynamics: Losing a co-founder can shake up morale. It’s essential to reassure the team and maintain a positive atmosphere. Investor Concerns: Investors might worry about the stability and the future direction of the company. They often want confidence that the team can deliver! So, how can we effectively communicate this transition to potential invest... How Can I Manage a Co-Founder Exit During Fundraising? Answers: https://lnkd.in/g9eChZcv

#StartupAdvice #CoFounderExit #DeepTech #InvestorRelations Hey everyone! 👋 I’d love to hear your thoughts on handling a tough situation we’re currently facing. So, here’s the scoop: We’re a deeptech startup founded by two friends, and we later brought on a co-founder who took on a marketing role. Things have been moving along nicely since we raised our pre-seed round and are now deep into our seed fundraising. However, we just learned that our co-founder wants to exit. His reasons revolve around unmet work expectations and pay, and he simply doesn’t see a future with us. This scenario presents some unique challenges: Impact on Team Dynamics: Losing a co-founder can shake up morale. It’s essential to reassure the team and maintain a positive atmosphere. Investor Concerns: Investors might worry about the stability and the future direction of the company. They often want confidence that the team can deliver! So, how can we effectively communicate this transition to potential invest... How Can I Manage a Co-Founder Exit During Fundraising? Answers: https://lnkd.in/g5bfKVMu

#Webinar | Happening tomorrow – there's still time to join. Learn why a clean cap table makes your startup more attractive to investors and how you can achieve it. Gain the insights you need to make informed decisions that safeguard your ownership while navigating your company’s growth and fundraising journey. 📅 In this webinar, you’ll discover more about -Investors’ perspectives on cap tables – best practices and pitfalls  -Effective strategies for managing an expanding shareholder list  -Tips to prevent significant ownership dilution in early funding rounds  -The effects of different funding instruments or amounts on your ownership and how to strategically allocate equity based on your startup's stage. Register now and enhance your fundraising approach - https://lnkd.in/djQ67CTy #captable #startupfundraising #allthingsequity #seedblinkwebinars

Discover the Power of Pitching: Join LSN Free Webinar on Preparing for the RESI Innovator's Pitch Challenge (IPC)! Date: April 16, 2024 | 16:00 CET / 10:00 AM Eastern / 07:00 AM Pacific Sign up (Zoom): https://lnkd.in/en_wpdiT Raising funds is a pivotal moment for any startup. At the heart of a successful fundraising campaign is the ability to effectively reach and engage potential investors. That’s where pitching come into play! The RESI Innovator’s Pitch Challenge (IPC) has been designed to give early stage life science companies with a crucial platform to: 1. Promote your business: Showcase your innovations and business potential to a targeted audience. 2. Practice your pitch: Hone your presentation skills in a supportive yet competitive environment. 3. Receive expert feedback: Gain invaluable insights from a panel of seasoned investors and industry experts who understand what makes a startup succeed. Join our session to discover the comprehensive benefits of participating in the IPC and learn how you can apply to take your startup to the next level. Sign Up: https://lnkd.in/en_wpdiT #StartupFunding #Webinar #Pitch #Innovation #RESI

Our network has grown to 5200 members (and counting) in just THREE years 🌟 Here’s a breakdown of the numbers 👇 🤝 A community of 2,000 portfolio professionals consisting of mentors, board advisors, fractional executives and non executive directors 👥 Just over 2000 founders across several different industries from AI to consumer goods 🚀 Providing 150+ active roles for portfolio professionals at any given time, with 65% of roles being remunerated 📈 Onboarded 200+ startups in the last 2 months of this year alone 🌐 1200+ investors, split between angel and institutional investors These indicators highlight our commitment to making and managing meaningful connections within the startup world 🌱 Swipe through our carousel for a full breakdown of Connectd ecosystem down below 👇 and follow the link here to explore more ➡️https://lnkd.in/eewt8zjJ #Founders #Investors #Advisors

Startup Growth vs. Founder Well-Being; Which Comes First? Our latest newsletter delves into the topic of founder mental health and how this should be a priority, even though there always seems to be 999 more important items to focus on Take a look for other fundraising and finance insights ⚡ How to extend your runway by combining Services + SaaS 🚦 Links to live funding non-VC funding opportunities, as it's mostly red & orange lights from VCs ATM 💡 Reviewing recent trends and sentiments from investors on financial models Link below...