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Hello Everyone, Join Us as a Venture Partner! We at Enlighten Angel Fund are excited to step into the next phase of our journey. We are on the threshold of launching our new VC Fund, and as part of expanding the team, we are on the lookout for working with Venture Partners for specific sectors. At Enlighten we believe Venture capital is more than funding it’s about belief, guidance, and impact. We’re building a fund rooted in these values, and we’re looking for Venture Partners to join us. Why Venture Partners Matter? As a Venture Partner, you’ll: 1.Champion exceptional founders and their ideas 2.Mentor startups through the challenges of growth 3.Leverage your expertise and network to create opportunities 4.Help shape our investment strategy and source transformative deals 5.Co-invest with us in promising deals Add contextual insights about your specific sector of expertise to our pipeline. Who can be a Venture Partner ? You’re a builder, domain expert, mentor, or connector with a passion for startups and a drive to make a difference. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, operator, or networker, you align with our mission to empower founders and create lasting impact. An Angel investor/Venture Fund/Angel Syndicates looking to invest on a promosing and next Earnicorn founders Why Join Us? This is your chance to give back to the ecosystem, guide the next wave of innovators, and co-create something meaningful. Let’s connect and explore how we can work together. Reach us at [email protected] or [email protected] or DM us Enlighten Angel Fund || Snehali Khamkar ||Arvind Subramaniam || Rohit Mohan || Goutham S || Koushik Sekhar || #VenturePartners #EcosystemSupport #StartupGuidance #Mentoring #Investing #BusinessAdvisory

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🟡 Is the Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) surge here to stay? Seems like It! Back in 2010, corporates were just 10% of startup funding in Europe. Fast forward to 2024, and they now account for over a quarter. 📈 CVCs are rocking the scene, involved in 1 in 4 startup deals this year. And guess what? 89% of them plan to boost or maintain their investments over the next three years! The report surveyed 104 CVCs around the world. Big names like Aviva, BMW i Ventures, and Societe Generale participated in this survey. More interesting insights, according to data platform Dealroom, in the Sifted article here: https://lnkd.in/dSg8igbN

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🌟 Fundraising in 2025: Are You Ready? 🌟 As we approach the end of 2024, the fundraising landscape for startups has never been more dynamic—or more challenging. For founders, navigating investor expectations, market dynamics, and the race for capital requires precision, preparation, and the right tools. At Composability, we’ve seen firsthand how founders who embrace data-driven readiness and focus on investor alignment are closing rounds faster, with stronger terms, and more confidence in their growth trajectory. This is why we built composabilityscores™—a platform designed to simplify your fundraising journey. Whether you’re preparing for Seed, Series A, or beyond, here are three critical trends to keep in mind for 2025: 1️⃣ Investors Expect Data-Backed Decisions Gone are the days of relying on a great pitch alone. Investors now demand financial clarity, market validation, and a clear plan for scalability. Does your pitch stand up to scrutiny? 2️⃣ Impact Metrics Are No Longer Optional Whether you’re building in fintech, cleantech, or AI, impact-driven metrics (like ESG or market transformation) are becoming key decision points for investors. Startups that quantify their impact will lead the pack. 3️⃣ Relationships Are Still King, But Technology Wins Deals Yes, warm intros matter—but so does the technology you use to position yourself. A clean data room, investor readiness scoring, and clear financial insights show investors you mean business. 🎯 SPECIAL END-OF-YEAR OFFER: If you’re preparing for 2025, now is the time to act. We’re offering exclusive discounts on our Startup Essentials and Growth-Focused Packages—plus 1 month of FREE data room access. Act by December 31st, 2024, and let’s make 2025 your biggest year yet. 💡 Ready to transform your fundraising? Let’s connect or visit www.composability.co.uk to learn more. #Startups #Fundraising #ThoughtLeadership #Innovation #composabilityscores

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OpenLP's four takeaways perfectly summarize what it takes to add value as a VC: do no harm, show up, focus on your superpower, and share your network. It was fun to be a contributor on this article, check out the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/e7XsaxGz

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Check out CrunchDubai.com/Register/ I need expert in integration of social logins and Jetpack and so on (yes, #WordPress) For thousands of registrations per hour, don’t bulsh*t me if you don’t witnesses in analitics at least 100,000 users per seconds #consultancy #bestpractice

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Volta, provider of an SaaS AI powered B2B distribution platform, raised $6.3m in pre-seed funding. The round was led by Emblem, with participation from Robin Capital, Founders Future, Sequoia, Andreessen Horowitz, as well as the family offices of Berlusconi and Agnelli families. Co-founded by Mario Parteli and Paul Guillemin, Volta provides a B2B commerce distribution platform that is designed to empower brands, wholesalers, and distributors to automate repetitive tasks to streamline operations and accelerate growth.  The company is focusing its efforts on four pillars:  Automating Orders : Simplifying processes to save time and reduce errors.  Boosting Sales : Enabling businesses to grow faster and smarter.  Optimizing Costs : Helping companies achieve more with fewer resources  Maximizing Collaboration : Creating seamless connections across teams and partners.

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Wyden Secures USD 16.9 Million In Series B Funding Round  Read more:  https://lnkd.in/dBH_ZwK8 #funding #fundraising #Wyden #SeriesBFunding #VentureCapital #StartupGrowth #TechInvestment #FinTech #Finance #FinancialIT

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This article about venture in Europe can also be used for many countries in the Middle East and North Africa. We need to invest in our own entrepreneurs. Or else everyone will just leave. https://lnkd.in/d7_Qum3q

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🔍 Building a Track Record - Angel Investing 🔍 Maria Juesas Portoles, Venture Partner at Vsquared Ventures, shares her personal journey into angel investing. She made a bold choice to invest heavily in startups instead of more traditional assets - all to build a track record in something she’s truly passionate about. Though she acknowledges the high risks involved, Maria sees it as an investment in her future, in both experience and credibility. Starting a syndicate with a few industry friends, she embraced the journey of backing early-stage companies, knowing that if things don’t pan out, there’s still time to rebuild. A valuable reminder that sometimes, to build something meaningful, you have to take the leap — even if it’s risky. 🚀 #AngelInvesting #VentureCapital #VC #StartupInvesting #CareerJourney #TrackRecord #InvestmentStrategy #FinanceTips #RiskManagement #Syndicate #WhatsinStoreShow #GonzaloPerez #Insights

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Self-funding vs. external funding - quiz to determine which is right for you Despite what VCs will tell you, taking VC path is not the best option for all of the startups. So, to find out if bootstrapping or VC funding is right for you, take the quiz. Part of PitchBook Guide to VC Fundraising for Startups is a great quiz Self-funding vs. external funding: Which is right for you? Have you already taken the quiz? If so, then which path is right for you? ~~~~~ ♻️ Found this helpful? Repost it so your network can learn from it, too. Follow All Chance to learn from more innovative insights

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So often too occupied by tactics, channels, tools and platforms, marketers and businesses have been doing strategy a disservice for too long. In startup businesses, the market is often the key reason for failure – is there actually a significant market for the idea to succeed? Is it enough to challenge incumbents, competition, and alternatives? Only research that informs strategic targeting and market positioning is going to give you the answer to that... https://lnkd.in/e-SwBTci

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In the last few months I have published the #FounderPlaybook2024 series; Practical advices to founders, covering all steps of the entrepreneurial journey. The series eBook is now available now to download at https://lnkd.in/dUDcrD6Z Here is the list of lessons included: 1. Reporting SAAS KPIs: CEO Do's and Don'ts 2. Sailing Your Startup Through Stormy Waters 3. Managing Your Board: Streamlining Productive Meetings 4. 10 Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Became An Entrepreneur 5. Investor Approach: Do’s & Don’ts 6 Five Things Entrepreneurs Must Know About an Investor Contract 7. Dead Meat on the Cap Table 8. Seven Things that All Great CEOs Do 9. Seven Things to Do When You Get an Acquisition Proposal 10. Exit Insights: 8 Lessons Learned From Entrepreneurial Journeys Enjoy! Glilot Capital Partners

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Key Insights from Day 13&14 of the incubator programme with Barinaada Bema Alexander Alex-Iheanacho and Emeka Nwachinemere, FCP. CO-FOUNDER ESSENTIAL Choosing the Right Co-Founder: Select a partner with complementary skills. Baarinada emphasized, "If you're a product designer, don’t bring another designer as a co-founder." This balance is crucial for success. The Co-Founder ‘Talking Stage’: Engage in a “talking stage” to assess commitment and fit. "If trust or commitment is lacking, it’s better to part ways before formalizing the partnership," Baarinada advised. Equity and Vesting: Implement equity vesting to ensure co-founders earn their shares over time. This prevents someone from walking away with a large portion of your company without contributing long-term value. The Hard Talk: Have an honest discussion about roles, responsibilities, and equity before launching. Avoiding these tough conversations can lead to painful disputes later. Exit Strategies: Define an exit strategy and include a buyback clause in agreements to protect your startup from unexpected departures. This ensures the company has the first right to purchase shares. Avoid Random Equity Splits: Steer clear of arbitrary 50-50 splits; equity should reflect actual contributions—consider capital, skills, and risks involved. Protect Your Intellectual Property (IP): Ensure your company owns its IP from the start. Draft clear legal documents to assign intellectual property rights to the company. SUSTAINABLE GROWTH Your Supply Chain is Your Lifeline: Emeka stressed that disruptions can make or break a business: "Your business is only as solid as your supply chain." Build resilience against global challenges. Business Continuity Planning: Every business needs a continuity plan to navigate challenges effectively—prioritize this from day one. Triple Bottom Line – People, Planet, Profit: Emeka emphasized that sustainability is about creating positive impacts while achieving profit; this mindset attracts funding and boosts profitability. Building Sustainable Business Models: Your business model matters more than just technology—ensure it reflects market needs for lasting success. Expanding Through Strategic Partnerships: Look for partnerships that align with your mission; they can provide invaluable resources and market reach beyond what funding can achieve. Product vs. Geographic Expansion: Choose wisely between product and geographic expansion—understanding local markets is crucial for sustainable growth. Franchising with Guardrails: Maintain brand consistency through rigorous training and legal protections in franchising to build trust and prevent fragmentation. Let’s build resilient startups that thrive in today’s dynamic landscape. InnovateUNILAG - Innovation and Technology Management Office (ITMO) University of Lagos #StartupSuccess #CoFounders #Sustainability #BusinessGrowth #Startups #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #projecti2m #innovationtomarket

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🔍 Discover the future of FoodTech! 🌍 Our extensive list of funded startups provides key insights into their funding journeys, markets, and more. Don't miss out—explore it here: https://lnkd.in/d9ykPRaS #startup #startups #venturecapital #funding #vc #B2B

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【Financial Trauma Is Real】 The Venture Capital (VC) mindset is about bold investing, strategic risk-taking, and focusing on high-impact opportunities. VCs are known for backing innovative companies like Airbnb, Tesla, and Uber, turning potential failures into success stories. Adopting this mindset can transform your investment approach, allowing you to pursue high-reward opportunities. Benefits of the VC Mindset: - Embrace Failure: Accept losses as part of the journey, focusing on finding the next big win. - Seek Outliers: Look for unique, high-growth opportunities instead of safe, predictable returns. - Decisive Action: Act quickly on opportunities to stay ahead of market trends. - Trust Individual Insights: Value your research and instincts, even if they challenge popular opinion. Join us today to learn skills and gain knowledge in making a healthier financial decision. 📩 Interested in more investment knowledge, follow P&S Life & Investment Academy.

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Node.vc secures a $77.3M fund, backed by 70 Nordic entrepreneurs, fueling the next wave of tech innovation. With a founder-first VC approach, Node.vc is committed to empowering entrepreneurs beyond just capital. Their sector-agnostic investments span from no-code platforms to creative studios and enterprise data management solutions. Keep following Founding Startups to learn the latest updates. #NodeVC #NordicEntrepreneurs #VentureCapital #TechInnovation #FounderFirst #Startups #InvestmentFund #TechEcosystem #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Nodevc #Funding #NordicEntrepreneurs #StartupInvestment #Innovation #TechInvestment #VentureCapital

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A Message from 2025. Our founder Taufiq Khan envisions 2025 as a year to rewrite the playbook—a bold leap into uncharted territories, setting higher benchmarks and placing calculated bets, turning ambitious visions into tangible realities. This isn’t just a step forward; it’s a decisive movement to redefine the very essence of what a multimedia brand like WOLF BREAD can achieve. From venturing into diverse sectors and bridging creativity with strategic commercial growth to reshaping narratives and building new frameworks, WOLF BREAD is set to expand its reach and impact in 2025. This is about strategically venturing into new sectors, cultivating a multifaceted brand ecosystem, and positioning WOLF BREAD as a global multimedia powerhouse, setting a new standard for innovation and influence. We are setting a course toward a future where risk meets reward, with every decision is an investment in transformative growth and lasting impact. The objective is not only to lead, but to define global leadership in the multimedia space in our country. #Vision2025 #GlobalLeadership #InnovatingTheFuture #WOLFBREADFOREVER

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🚀 Medial Raises $500K in Latest Funding Round! Medial, the innovative professional social media platform, has raised $500K in a funding round led by Ortella Global Capital (OG Capital), a fund founded by Rajvardhan Mohite and former IFC executive Sayan Ghosh. This funding round marks the second investment for the Bengaluru-based startup in 2024, following an earlier pre-seed round of $120K secured in January from FirstCheque VC. The fresh capital will be used to build an integrated professional ecosystem aimed at fostering career growth, meaningful connections, and relevant content for the global startup and tech community. Medial, which started as a content and community-driven platform, has quickly gained traction and serves a vibrant community across various domains such as tech, product, and UI/UX. Founded by Niket Raj Dwivedi, Aishwarya Raj Pandey, Prateek Kaien, and Harsh Dwivedi, Medial is focused on creating a non-clickbaity, transparent space where startup enthusiasts, techies, and investors can share industry updates, banter, and valuable advice. The platform currently boasts a community of over 100,000 entrepreneurs, startup enthusiasts, and investors, with more than 10,000 daily active users. As Medial continues to evolve, the team plans to expand its offerings beyond networking to include a job board and company profiles with worldwide relevance. By incorporating both real identities and an anonymous feature, Medial offers a unique approach, positioning itself as a competitor to platforms like LinkedIn, GitHub, Grapevine, Hood, FishBowl, Blind, and Reddit. https://lnkd.in/fzpnPPW #medial #startupcommunity #techstartups #careergrowth #professionalnetwork #fundingnews #investmentround #entrepreneurship #techinnovation #networkingplatform #techcommunity #startuplife #investors

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