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If you want to learn how VC Valuation works, this guide with examples from the London School of Economics will give you an excellent idea. You will find a step-by-step guide on how to do Valuation. It includes different Valuation approaches 1. Discounted Cash Flow Analysis 2. Venture Capital Method (this guide focuses more on this) 3. Comparable Analysis ~~~~~ ♻️ Found this helpful? Repost it so your network can learn from it, too. And follow me, Fazlur Shah for more content like this. #startups #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #investing

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If you’re an entrepreneur and need someone to review your pitch deck, hit me up! 😊 For a small fee, I’ll help tailor your pitch deck to align with investors’ theses, ensuring it stands out. This includes a deep dive into your financials to highlight key metrics that investors focus on. Having someone like me on your team offers a unique advantage—not only in refining your pitch but also in identifying product-market fit and positioning your business for scalability. Let’s make sure you’re investment-ready! #Entrepreneur #PitchDeck #StartupSuccess #InvestmentReady #VC #Scalability #ProductMarketFit #FinancialAnalysis #InvestorThesis #BusinessGrowth #FundraisingSupport #StartupConsulting #TechStartups #VentureCapital #StartUpAdvisor #EntrepreneurSupport #PitchPerfect #BusinessStrategy #StartupCommunity

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As an investor, I go through 100s of decks weekly. Apart from the financials, idea and team, here are a few non-negotiable elements for me… 1) Clean formatting and the right font size 2) Correct grammar 3) The right length - not too long & not too short I will admit a good deck doesn’t secure an investment. But, it’s the first step to getting you to a meeting. I like to equate it to the SAT exams for US colleges. A good score didn’t get you in but, a bad one may remove you from contention completely! Getting back to the point, even with the best quality of content - any deck lacking these 3 is likely to get rejected. I also keep advising this to all early-stage founders I meet - Focus on EVERY SINGLE detail in your deck. Read, re-read and read again.🕵️‍♂️ Every comma, every full stop, and every word you use matters and can make or break your chance of landing that cheque. And this is not just me. Remember how Deepinder Goyal pointed out grammar and spelling mistakes in a pitch on the Shark Tank India stage? He said, “Don’t you love your brand enough?!” The founder is a close friend and of course, reality TV didn’t tell the whole story but, you get the point :) VCs and investors are inundated with decks. And so, I like to follow the 30-20-10 rule. 30 Font size 20 slides at max 10 mins or less to read through Decks today are very different from my first deck in 2017. We now have tools to help you avoid typos and nasty errors. One of the best I’ve found and use regularly for basically everything right from my content to emails is QuillBot Chrome Extension. It’s easy to use, picks up all the errors and also suggests alternatives for your sentences. And, it’s free🙌🏻 Looking back at my first deck now - I’d have probably rejected it. So, learn from my mistakes and the experience of reading through 1000+ decks. It’ll save you a lot of time :) Any other tips for decks that I missed? PS: Link to the tool I mentioned is in the comments. Any other free tools early stage founders can leverage? Drop them 👇 PPS: Someone recently delivered their deck’s hard copy at my home. Can’t think of the last time someone did this 🤣 #startup #pitchdeck #fundraising #QuillBotPartner #QuillBotChromeExtension

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VC Funding vs. SME Exchange IPO As someone with deep experience in both spaces, mentoring startups and SMEs, I’ve observed the key differences between venture capital (VC) funded startups and SMEs listed on the SME exchange. Having worked with entrepreneurs on both paths, my personal preference leans toward SME IPOs. It’s also important to note that most SMEs don’t have access to VC funding due to their traditional business models or because they lack connections to elite institutions like IITs or IIMs. This leaves SME exchanges as a powerful option for many of them to scale and create value. Here’s a breakdown of why I believe the SME exchange is a superior option for growth: 1. Valuation Growth on SME Exchange: By getting listed on the SME exchange in India, several companies have reached impressive valuations of ₹4,000 to ₹5,000 crores within just 4-5 years. This rapid growth has been achieved without sacrificing control, as these businesses retain majority stakes. 2. Ownership and Control: One of the biggest advantages of listing on the SME exchange is that founders maintain significant ownership. This helps them avoid the heavy dilution that is common with VC funding. By preserving equity, founders maintain control over the strategic direction and day-to-day decisions of their companies—a luxury most VC-funded entrepreneurs don’t have. 3. Equity Dilution with VC Funding: In contrast, startups that pursue VC funding often face significant equity dilution. After multiple rounds of funding, founders may be left with only 5% to 10% of their company. While this capital helps them scale, the loss of ownership also means loss of decision-making power and control over their own company’s future. 4. Few Startups Reach IPO Stage: The path from VC funding to a public IPO is fraught with challenges. Very few startups make it to the IPO stage, and many are acquired long before they get there. 5. SME Exchange: The Path for Sustainable Growth: The SME exchange offers a compelling growth path for entrepreneurs who want to scale while maintaining control of their vision and strategic direction. With public funding, these businesses can grow sustainably and profitably without the pressure of frequent funding rounds or dilution. For long-term success, the SME exchange provides an ideal route. For entrepreneurs, especially those with traditional businesses that may not attract VC interest, the SME exchange is an excellent platform for unlocking value while maintaining full control of their business. Reach out to me for further guidance [email protected] #SMEExchange #IPO #VCFunding #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #EquityControl #BusinessStrategy #StartupJourney #FundingAlternatives #ScaleWithOwnership #businesscoach #okrcoach #scaleup #buildtoscale

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Here’s everything you need to know about Investment Memos + examples. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼? An Investment Memo is the key document used by a VC to build and show the case for an investment in your company. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼? To pass on the investor’s findings about your startup to other VC firm’s stakeholders. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻? ⭐ Executive Summary ⭐ An overview of the company and the investment opportunity. ⭐ Team Overview ⭐ Background information on team and history of the company. ⭐ Market Opportunity ⭐ Analysis of the market size, growth potential, and competitive landscape. ⭐ Product and Technology ⭐ Description of the company's product or service and its unique value proposition. ⭐ Business Model ⭐ Explanation of how the company generates revenue. ⭐ Traction and Performance ⭐ Key performance indicators and evidence of market traction. ⭐ Go-to-market Strategy ⭐ Plan for how the company will reach and acquire customers. ⭐ Financials (if available) ⭐ Historical financial data and future financial projections. ⭐ Competitive Analysis ⭐ Comparison with key competitors and identification of competitive advantages. ⭐ Risks and Mitigations ⭐ Identification of major risks and strategies to mitigate them. ⭐ Exit Strategy ⭐ Potential exit scenarios and strategies for achieving them. ⭐ Refference Calls ⭐ Feedback from clients and individuals familiar with the company or team. ⭐ Terms of the Investment ⭐ Proposed investment amount, valuation, and terms of the deal. 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗜 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀? ⬇️ Check my first comment below for examples. ⬇️ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? Knowing the purpose and contents of the Investment Memo will help you to better address all startup aspects which an investor has to evaluate. I hope this increases your chances of closing a deal. 😉 P.S. What part of the Memo surprises you? Drop a line below.

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PitchBook’s Guide to VC Funding for Startups: Navigating the venture capital landscape can be daunting for startups. PitchBook’s guide to VC fundraising provides a roadmap filled with critical insights to help entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley to Tokyo secure the capital they need to transform their startups into market leaders. What the Guide Covers: 1) Stages of VC Funding: From seed to Series C and beyond, understand the typical progression startups follow and what is expected at each stage. 2) Evaluating Funding Needs: Determine whether your startup is ready for funding by assessing its current stage, from initial concept to scaling for market expansion. 3) Approaching Investors: Learn how to identify investors that align with your values, perfect your pitch, and effectively approach your target list. 4) Pros and Cons of Funding Types: A deep dive into the advantages and disadvantages of self-funding vs. external funding, helping you make informed decisions about the best path for your venture. PS. check out 🔔 for a winning pitch deck the template created by Silicon Valley legend, Peter Thiel https://lnkd.in/ejp-Bhnu

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Here are the 5 exit strategies 👇 𝗜𝗣𝗢𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 + 𝗔𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝘂𝘆𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Key factors to consider are market conditions, investor goals, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder alignment. Proper planning can maximize returns and minimize risks. ------ 💡 Follow A2D Ventures for more startup & venture capital knowledge 🚀 Discover Southeast Asia's high-potential startups at a2dventures.com ------ #StartupInvesting #ExitStrategy #IPO #Acquisitions #SecondarySales #Buybacks #Liquidation #InvestorTips #StartupFunding #VentureCapital

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Only 1% of pitch decks secure venture capital—why? Credit to Chris Tottman, follow him for more useful tips and infographics. ------ Here's the original post: Only 1% of pitch decks secure venture capital—why? The difference lies in details you might be overlooking. Discover the must-have slides that make investors say 'yes' (according to Sequoia Capital): Here's how it works: 1. Define your company's purpose with clarity. 2. Address the problem with insight. 3. Present your solution as a beacon of hope. 4. Time it right; why now, not later? 5. Map out the market; show your understanding and potential. 6. Outshine competitors by highlighting your edge. 7. Detail your product like the masterpiece it is. 8. Explain your business model; make it compelling and clear. 9. Showcase your team; the architects of your vision. This isn't just about numbers or graphs. It's about creating a narrative that makes investors feel at home with your vision. Every slide, every figure, every graph should tell a part of your story. From understanding the problem to presenting a game-changing solution. Start with why. End with how. —— ♻️ Found this helpful? Repost it so your network can learn from it, too. Follow All Chance for more innovative visuals. #Startup #innovation #entrepreneurship #sustainability #investing #networking #venturecapital

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Sequoia Capital's 'Pitch Deck Slides' Format For Founders In fundraising, the deck helps in getting meetings with investors. Without meeting you have no shot of getting funded. And you need only 10 slides in pitch deck. 👇 1. Title Slide Include the name of your company and a brief explanation of what you do. 2. Company Purpose Define the company/business in a single declarative sentence (Important Note: Sequoia partner Jim Goetz says that only about 1 in every 15 entrepreneurs they see are able to do this successfully) 3. Problem Describe the pain of the customer (or the customer’s customer). Outline how the customer addresses the issue today. 4. Solution Demonstrate your company’s value proposition to make the customer’s life better. Show where your product physically sits. Provide use cases. 5. Market Size Identify/profile the customer you cater to. Calculate the TAM [Total Available Market] (Bottom Up), SAM [Served Available Market] (bottoms up) and SOM [Share of Market] 6. Why Now? Set up the historical evolution of your category. Define recent trends that make your solution possible. 7. Competition List competitors & List competitive advantages. 8. Business Model Revenue model, Pricing, Average account size and/or lifetime value, Sales & distribution model, Customer/pipeline list 9. Team Founders & Management, Board of Directors/Board of Advisors 10. Financials P&L, Balance sheet, Cash flow, Cap table, The deal, Fundraising amount & equity dilution. What do you think about Sequoia capital's "Ten Pitch Deck Slides" Format? ----- Follow All Chance to learn from more innovative insights.

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🌟 A Guide to Venture Capital Term Sheets with an example of a Series A Term Sheet and all Venture Capital Glossary of Terms🌟 It includes A. What is a Term Sheet? B. The Investment Process C. What terms are typically included in a Term Sheet? 1. Type of share 2. Valuation and milestones 3. Dividend rights 4. Liquidation preference and deemed liquidation 5. Redemption 6. Conversion rights 7. Automatic conversion of share class/series 8. Anti-dilution (or price protection) 9. Founder shares 10. Pre-emption rights on new share issues 11. Pre-emptive rights on transfer and tag-along rights 12. Drag along or bring along 13. Representations and warranties 14. Voting rights 15. Protective provisions and consent rights (class rights) 16. Board of Directors/Board Observer 17. Information rights 18. Exit 19. Registration rights (US) 20. Confidentiality, Intellectual Property Assignment and Management Non-compete Agreements 21. Employee share option plan 22. Transaction and monitoring fees 23. Confidentiality 24. Exclusivity and Break Fees 25. Enforceability 26. Conditions precedent V Venture Capital Glossary of Terms VI Example of a Term Sheet for a Series A round All credit goes to Simpson Grierson ~~~~~ ♻️ Found this helpful? Repost it so your network can learn from it, too. And follow me, Fazlur Shah for more content like this. #startups #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #investing

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What Is Company Analysis In VC? When assessing a pipeline company or a portfolio company, a Venture Capital Analyst or Associate should consider the following factors: - Overview of Company (location, product/service, industry) - Team (management - experience, credentials, expertise) - Funding (investors, funding amount, stage, dates, ESOP, cap table) - Finance (KPIs) - R&D (patents, 3rd party tech) - Product/Market Fit - Market Trends Overall, the purpose of the company analysis is to help the reader with a quick overview to understand the company and determine if it is a suitable candidate for the fund to move forward with further negotiations. #analysis #VC #research

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🛒💰 Valuation Multiples for Supermarkets and Grocery Stores: Understanding the Key Drivers When valuing a supermarket or grocery store, it's essential to understand the key multiples used and the factors that influence them. Let's dive into the world of revenue, EBITDA, and SDE multiples and explore what drives their value. Revenue Multiple: 📈 Factors that increase revenue multiples: 1. High sales per square foot, indicating efficient use of space and strong customer traffic 2. Consistent year-over-year sales growth, demonstrating the store's ability to attract and retain customers 3. A diverse product mix, including high-margin items and private label offerings 📉 Factors that decrease revenue multiples: 1. Declining sales trends, suggesting a loss of market share or customer loyalty 2. Heavy reliance on low-margin products or a limited product mix 3. Intense local competition or market saturation EBITDA Multiple: 📈 Factors that increase EBITDA multiples: 1. Strong and consistent profit margins, reflecting effective cost management and pricing strategies 2. Opportunities for cost savings or operational efficiencies, such as economies of scale or technology investments 3. A loyal customer base and high repeat business, indicating a sustainable competitive advantage 📉 Factors that decrease EBITDA multiples: 1. Thin or fluctuating profit margins, suggesting vulnerability to market pressures or poor cost control 2. High operating expenses relative to industry benchmarks, such as rent, labor, or utilities 3. Significant capital expenditure requirements or deferred maintenance issues SDE Multiple: 📈 Factors that increase SDE multiples: 1. A strong and stable management team, reducing the business's dependence on the owner 2. Well-documented processes and procedures, enabling a smooth transition to new ownership 3. Multiple revenue streams or growth opportunities, such as catering, delivery, or online sales 📉 Factors that decrease SDE multiples: 1. Heavy owner involvement in day-to-day operations, making the business less attractive to potential buyers 2. Lack of reliable financial records or inconsistent financial performance 3. Limited growth potential due to market constraints or a lack of differentiation By understanding these multiples and their influencing factors, buyers, sellers, and investors can make more informed decisions when valuing supermarkets and grocery stores. #SupermarketValuation #GroceryStoreMultiples #RetailBusinessValuation #ValuationFactors #InformedInvesting Peak Business Valuation

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Another masterpiece by Sequoia Capital !!! “Apps: The most interesting layer for venture capital. ~20 application layer companies with $1Bn+ in revenue were created during the cloud transition, another ~20 were created during the mobile transition, and we suspect the same will be true here.” I agree with the thesis AND actually think we will have 100+ application layer companies in the AI era with gargantuan outcomes because AI is impacting and disrupting EVERY industry sector in ways never seen before. Imagine a few *unicorns*, *decacorns*, *hectocorns*, *kilocorns* in healthcare and education and industrial and consumer and retail and … and … and…. Perhaps a couple of *megacorns*? Oh, what exciting times and investor’s dream 🚀🚀🚀. Aileen Lee, would love to hear your perspectives. Full report here: https://lnkd.in/g44cBgGS #AIDecade #InvestorDecade

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[Crunchbase] The Ultimate Guide to Raising Capital for a Startup 1. How Much Capital Should You Raise for Your Startup? ⤷ It's one of the most fundamental questions any startup faces 2. The Different Types of Capital You Can Raise for Your Startup ⤷ Many different types of capital you can raise for your startup. 3. How to Choose the Right Type of Capital for Your Startup? ⤷ When it comes to startup funding, there are a few different types of capital to choose from. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, so its important to choose the right type of capital for your specific situation. 4. How to Prepare to Raise Capital for Your Startup? ⤷This is an exciting and important step in the life of your company. 5. How to Find Potential Investors for Your Startup? ⤷ But where do you find these potential investors? And how do you convince them to invest in your startup? 6. How to Make a Pitch Deck to Attract Investors? ⤷ Creating a pitch deck is one of the most important steps in raising capital for a startup. 7. How to Negotiate with Investors and Close the Deal? ⤷ If you're an entrepreneur, you know that one of the most important steps in getting your business off the ground is securing funding. 8. What Happens After you've Raised Capital for Your Startup? ⤷ Once you've raised capital for your startup, it's important to use that money wisely. "You will find that every successful entrepreneur has suffered many setbacks. These entrepreneurs just forget to mention these when they are doing interviews with the 'Wall Street Journal' or Bloomberg TV." - Vivek Wadhwa #SInsights #SInvestments #SNews #InvestmentNews #Investments #InvestmentReports #Startups #Funding #RaisingCapital #StartupFunding #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #Crunchbase #TechCrunch

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🌟 Raise Millions: The Ultimate Guide to Fundraising for First-Time Founders by Hustle Fund VC 🌟 This 148 pages document includes several important chapters: 1. Introduction: - Who is Hustle Fund? - This book is educational and actionable 2. How the fundraising process works - Should you even raise money? - Fundraising stages explained - Angel investors vs. venture capitalists - Incorporate your company in Delaware - Breaking down equity, SAFEs, and dilution - How to determine a valuation for your startup - High valuations aren’t always a good thing - How cap tables, shares, and vesting all work together - Be aware of the current market conditions - Best times of the year to fundraise 41 3. The essentials of a killer pitch deck - Team - Problem - Solution - Market - Traction - Keep your pitch deck short - How to actually design a captivating pitch deck 4. Build relationships with investors - Make authentic relationships in business - Where to meet investors - Find warm intros or craft your cold email - Create your elevator pitch 5. Pitch to investors - How to run your first meeting with a VC 6. Questions that founders should ask VCs - Follow up immediately after the call - Create your investor CRM - Create an investor newsletter - How to ask for feedback if the investor says no -What to do if you aren’t hearing back from investors 7. What to do after an investor verbally commits - Do your due diligence on investors - What to expect when you’re expecting VC funding - What investors look for in a data room - Here’s how you’ll actually receive the money - What to say to your team after a successful fundraise ~~~~~ Fazlur Shah Click my name + follow + 🔔 Reposts, Comments, and Likes Are Appreciated   #startups #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #investing

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