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💥 Highly Recommended Post: Great post about VC. The biggest question is in my opinion, why are 90% of VC’s still necessary in the age of decentralised money and AI? I truly do not understand why LP’s and Family Offices can not create investment efficiency by direct investment into startups themselves. I understand it had to work this way initially with the VC middle man, but times change. VC’s just make the process of funding long and boring with fees etc and their own internal business model to justify ROI. It’s a different world now and most VC’s are dinosaurs 🦕 like a lot of jobs are dinosaurs because of AI and WFH etc. Our world has changed and startups can raise and scale in numerous ways without the VC stress and bubble they help create for themselves 🤓 Morpheus thinks 🌿 🌿 Learn a lot about 4IRGPT .com knowledge trading for your professional benefit, creativity, productivity, business or organisation through Perplexity AI. Click here to see why: https://lnkd.in/dY5MmsGh 🪴💥 Watch 💯 uninterrupted 15,000+ videos of intelligence in tech, finance & geopolitics. Keep yourself and family super smart and way ahead of the herd. Click here: https://lnkd.in/dHJ8i_Q5

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If 30-50% of venture firms disappear... What will it take for emerging managers to survive and thrive? Read more about the growing consolidation in VC and the challenges for EMs to differentiate themselves in an increasingly competitive landscape dominated by larger firms from QED Investors' Frank Rotman. #VC #OpenLP #EmergingManagers

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📝 Fundraising Playbook for 2024: The fundraising landscape has shifted. Here's what's working now: Key metrics investors are scrutinizing: Burn multiple (revenue growth/cash burn) Gross margins Customer acquisition costs Net dollar retention Growth must be strong (but that is assumed if you are raising from venture capital) Preparation essentials: Have 18-24 months runway before starting the process Build relationships early - start warm intros 3 months before raising Know your unit economics cold Understand how you differentiate from competitors What fundraising trends are you seeing? #StartupFunding #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship

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When you take money from a VC, it’s almost like a marriage" – Tiffine Wang's advice to startup founders and what VCs look for: When pitching to venture capitalists, make sure you know who you're partnering with. Tiffine Wang highlights the importance of aligning with VCs that match your vision, as taking their money is a long-term commitment. VCs look for companies that are scalable with high growth and high margins. 💼 #Startup #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship

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Explore the intricacies of venture capital returns with this latest VC Blueprint: Waterfall Model by our own Alexey Bulygin! Learn how this financial model determines the payout order from senior investors to common shareholders in startup exits, and check out the included model template to see the dynamics in action. Perfect for both new entrepreneurs and seasoned investors looking to sharpen their financial strategies! 📈 #VentureCapital #InvestmentStrategy #StartupSuccess #FinancialModeling #VerbVentures

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Insightful breakdown from my great Partner Omri Amirav-Drory on the simple factors that really separate the top 1% of investors from the rest, and how more operators should become investors! https://lnkd.in/gEiZdT2h

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The best fundraising intros come from portfolio companies Portfolio introductions are a powerful tool for standing out in fundraising. They provide credibility and relevance, as portfolio companies can vouch for startups and align them with investors' interests. Learn why and how to easily find them

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#SanFrancisco VC Contact Database. Over 275 venture capital firms, more than 2,100 VC professionals (including partners and principals), and 1,600 email addresses available. https://payhip.com/b/idx8b #startup #startups #vc #venturecapital #investmentbanking #privateequity #managementconsulting #b2b #founders #entrepreneurs

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Choosing acquire.com for your SaaS acquisition means partnering with our expert M&A Advisors to close your life-changing acquisition. They guide you every step of the way, from due diligence to pricing your startup for the best valuation. If you're just getting started 👉 acquire.com (P.S. This startup just recently got acquire'd!)

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💡Benchmarks in the investment industry serve as a standard for measuring the performance of securities, mutual funds, or investment managers. They provide a reference point for analyzing allocation, risk, and return of a portfolio, enabling investors to make informed decisions. Thanks Peter Walker for keeping us all informed!! Can’t wait for this!! Follow and get on the waitlist for this one! #benchmarks #fundraising #Capitalraise #founders #womenshealth #femhealth #medtech #wellness

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🎙️ Want to raise venture capital and scale your startup? 🚀  I’ve chatted with C-levels, VPs and investors of top companies like Google, Meta, Microsoft, Pepsi, Instagram, Reddit, LinkedIn and more—and now, I’m sharing their strategies in my new Maven course! 💡 Here’s what you’ll learn: 🔑 How to pitch and fundraise like a pro 🤝 Build strong relationships with top VCs 🎯 Perfect your pitch to attract talent and capital 📚 "If you're serious about raising money and growing your business, this is the edge you need! Join me on Maven—let’s make it happen. ✨ Seats are limited—use this code to sign up today! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/g3ASpERZ 👉 #StartupTips #VentureCapital #FounderLife #Fundraising #LearnWithMe #MavenCourse #ViralTips

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It takes a village. Collaboration and teamwork solves problems more effectively. That's why BizCrunch works closely with partners across the SMB M&A ecosystem, to achieve more exits for more business owners, and power Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition. Start exploring your exit options now, with a free valuation from BizCrunch. Then work with a dedicated team of "exiteers" drawn from the and The Grafter communities, to achieve your own 8-Figure Exit. Every journey starts with that first step. If the time is right for you to pass the baton on, take that stride today.

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🌱 Seed & Pre-Seed Venture Benchmarks: Navigating SAFE and Priced Rounds 👉  Startups often navigate through different types of fundraising rounds—SAFE and Priced. The mix can lead to confusion in terms of valuation, dilution, and capital raised. Recent data from Carta highlights some clear differences between these rounds, and here’s what you need to know. ✅ Key Takeaways: 👉 Gap in Valuation: SAFE rounds at Seed stage reach a median valuation of $18M, while Priced Seed rounds come in at $13.7M. Why the gap? SAFE rounds often offer faster, simpler deals but can sometimes lead to a higher cap, potentially setting higher valuation expectations for future rounds. 👉 Dilution Differences: Dilution ranges vary significantly, with SAFE Seed rounds ranging from 17%-20% compared to 20.7% for Priced Seed rounds. Lower dilution in SAFE rounds may attract founders looking to retain control, but it’s essential to balance this against potential investor expectations down the line. 👉 Post-Seed Bridge Round Gaps: At the bridge round, the SAFE vs. Priced valuation gap is even wider, with SAFE Bridge rounds at $21M vs. Priced at $17M. Actionable Insights for Founders & Investors: 📣  For Founders: Consider your long-term strategy. SAFE rounds can help you raise quickly without setting a fixed valuation, but Priced rounds might offer more predictability as you move forward. 📣  For Investors: Be mindful of these valuation gaps. Higher SAFE valuations can affect future funding dynamics, especially when transitioning into Priced rounds. 💡  Conclusion: Understanding these nuances can guide better decision-making and align growth expectations. For more startup data and insights, explore . @Carta’s resources. 📊 -------------- ✅ 👉 Fundraising? Try KAARIA 🚀 Industry-leading valuation methodologies. 🚀 Reliable market data with PitchBook 🚀 Simple & transparent startup valuation 🚀 Accessible for founders and investors 🚀 Free Trial available here: https://lnkd.in/gvwD7SrF #valuations #startups #fundraising #founders #Startup #innovation #entrepreneurship #kaaria #sustainability #kaariastartupvaluation #investing #networking #venturecapital #kaariagetfunded #exits #valuations #startups #fundraising #founders #Startup #innovation #entrepreneurship #kaaria #sustainability #kaariastartupvaluation #investing #networking #venturecapital #kaariagetfunded #exits #StartupFunding #VentureCapital #SAFEvsPricedRounds #Valuation #Dilution #Startups ---------- Thanks Credit & Kudos to Peter Walker over at Carta

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As a leading global Ad Tech platform, iCubesWire connects over 1 billion devices to optimize customer acquisition and engagement. Since its inception in 2010, iCubesWire has expanded to serve over 500 clients worldwide from six global offices. Challenges: 1.Striving for Future Readiness: The client sought to modernize its application landscape to stay ahead of evolving technological and business challenges while ensuring system adaptability. 2.Navigating Cloud-Native and Microservices Transition: The goal was to transition critical applications to a cloud-native architecture, emphasizing microservices for enhanced operational flexibility. The challenge lay in managing this complex migration and integration. 3.Pioneering the DevOps Frontier: The client aimed to establish a modern DevOps environment, introducing continuous integration and development pipelines to foster collaboration and streamline workflows. 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: 1.Comprehensive Modernization Initiative: A deep analysis was conducted, resulting in a well-architected roadmap to launch a modernization initiative that would integrate cutting-edge technologies for future adaptability. 2. Cloud Orchestration: A detailed plan was executed to transition key applications to a cloud-native architecture, seamlessly integrating microservices to boost operational flexibility. 3.Agile Expedition to Deployment: A modern DevOps environment was established, introducing continuous integration and development pipelines, automating workflows, and fostering a culture of collaboration. 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬: •𝟑𝟎% 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲. •𝟐𝟎% 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬. •𝟒𝟎% 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬. Transform your cloud adoption journey like this. Book a personalized consultation now! https://www.infra360.io/

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