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And we'll keep saying it: Profitability, traction, and rock-solid unit economics are the new north stars. TLDR: Investors are seeking proven traction, strong unit economics, and clear differentiation now more than ever. Elevate your startup game with tactical strategies that FYA specializes in, preparing you for this ever-changing investor landscape. We help startups navigate the evolving investor priorities with: 1) Strategic roadmap tailoring: Craft a plan that speaks the language of today's investors. 2) Data-driven storytelling: Let your numbers do the talking, showcasing clear growth potential. 3) Resilience and adaptability coaching: Prepare for the unexpected and demonstrate agility in uncertain times. Ready to strategically showcase your startup's unique value? Let's discuss your tactical approach! #InvestorRelations #StartupStrategy #BusinessDifferentiation

Calling All VCs and Angel Investors: How Do You Prioritize Pitch Deck Topics? I’m analyzing the factors that we, as investors, prioritize and emphasize when evaluating pitch decks and startup pitches. I would greatly appreciate insights from my fellows in the startup investment community. When evaluating a startup pitch, how much time or emphasis do you place on each of the following topics? - Company Purpose - Problem - Solution - Product/Market Validation - Market Size - Product - Competition - Business Model - Team Your feedback will not only help me and other investors but also other entrepreneurs striving to align their presentations with what matters most to investors. Looking forward to your valuable insights!

Discover the building blocks of a successful pitch deck and how to position your venture in a way that captures investor and VC interest. The TONOMUS Entrepreneur Institute (TEI) presents Pitch Decks That Get Appointments. In this one-hour session, you will discover the critical components of a pitch deck that investors expect to see from serious venture builders, how to frame your venture story, hear best practices from Silicon Valley experts, and learn what to make and which to avoid when pitching. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/dX4Si5mq

Join me for a game-changing webinar you won't want to miss: Startup Maths: Equity & Valuation Essentials for Success! 🌟 Calling all early-stage founders! Get ready to navigate funding rounds, understand equity distribution, master startup valuation, and gain key legal insights. 📊 Learn how to balance growth with equity dilution. 💰 Dive into valuation frameworks and investor negotiations. ⚖️ Gain essential legal knowledge for startup deals. 🎁 Walk away with a practical cap table model. Date: 26th March Time: 12pm GMT Don't miss out! Register now for actionable guidance to elevate your startup journey, link in comments! #StartupSuccess #EquityValuation #FounderTips #UKStartups

👋DC Startup & Tech Week (Formerly DC Startup Week)'s VC Math Workshop was such a 🔥hit🔥, Virginia Venture Partners and VIPC | Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation decided to do it again! But this time, it's virtual, so I expect to see EVEN MORE folks. Don't miss out on VC Math 2.0 this Friday, November 1st, at 9am with Jennifer O'Daniel, Steve Ryan, CFA, and yours truly 😊. Once again, we'll be talking about a lot: - founder dilution - how to set up a friends and family round - why VCs invest - how VCs set valuation - what is an industry multiple - why market size & opportunity matters Be sure to register here: https://lnkd.in/eVE9cykk and I'll see you there! 🫡 #virginiainvests #entrepreneurs #startups #VC #founders

34 Questions to Ask an Investor During a Pitch Recently, I had an interesting realization. Meetings with potential investors aren’t just about money; they’re also about learning. Not every pitch results in funding, but each conversation with an investor is an opportunity you should maximize. It’s a chance to gain insights from investors who have seen numerous startups and often have a good understanding of the market in which your startup operates. To get the most out of it, you should ask the right questions and approach the conversation as an equal partner, not just as an applicant. With this in mind, I’ve put together a list of 34 questions you can ask during a pitch. Save this list and use it at your next meeting with investors. Of course, it’s impossible to ask all of them—choose a few that will be relevant to your situation.

How can students pursue a career in #venturecapital? Some weeks ago, I sat down with Tunde Adekeye, founder of PitchDoctor. He has also worked as a startup CFO and VC associate, so he knows both sides of the coin. 🪙 In this episode, Tunde spills the ☕️ on the VC industry, covering: 1️⃣ His own career path into and out of VC 2️⃣ The accessibility of VC - boy's club or not? 3️⃣ The lack of diversity in VC and what that means for minority founders 4️⃣ ... and more Link to the full episode is in the comment section below ⬇️ 📣 For founders: Tunde regularly publishes articles on pitching and building decks - I highly recommend checking them out! PitchDoctor also has a temporary pitching community where you can practice with other founders. #students #careers #vc #investment #startups #graduate #graduatejobs #diversity #founders

Are you ready to talk to investors? Here’s how to reach them. Most to least effective strategy. 1. Reach out to investors you’ve already talked to ↳ It’s the ones you’ve been keeping in the loop 2. Get warm intros by your own investors (if any) ↳ This works best if they have a good network 3. Get warm intros by founders you know ↳ Very effective. Investors trust their portfolio 4. Cold outreach to your Ideal Investor Profile list ↳ Be very structured and diligent in this process 5. Get warm intros by investors you talked to ↳ If an investor is not a fit, ask them for intros 6. Visit events to meet investors at ↳ Last place, but good for the early-stages. As you can see, intros are powerful. But not the only way to get investors. Start early on to build relationships. With founders. With investors. Become well connected. #startup #VCs #Investors

🚀 Join us for GGW Pitch Bootcamp – Start November Strong and Perfect Your Pitch!🚀 Are you a founder looking to sharpen your pitch and get ready for real investor meetings? The GGW Pitch Bootcamp is your chance to get personalized feedback from seasoned experts to help you level up your presentation! 🗓 Date: November 4th ⏰ Time:10 AM Pacific Time 📍 Location: Online (Free to attend!) This isn’t a pitch competition—it's an opportunity to refine your pitch with direct insights from Top Experts Renat Khairullin (Ex-Accelerator Director at Starta VC, Startup Advisor, 3x Founder), Roman Vinogradov (Vice President of Products at Improvado, Skydeck Advisor). You'll have 3 minutes to pitch and 5 minutes to receive expert feedback, helping you prepare for investor meetings and future pitch events. Slides are optional, but the focus is on making your pitch clear and impactful! 🏆 Bonus: The best pitch of the day will earn a spot as the first presenter at our upcoming GGW Sharks pitch event! Don’t miss this chance to polish your pitch and get ready to impress investors. ❗️Register: https://lnkd.in/gSCHZ_sa ❗️IMPORTANT: to secure your spot to pitch, please email Victoria, Pitch Bootcamp coordinator, at [email protected]. #GGWPitchMaster #Startup #PitchFeedback #Founders #InvestorPrep #GGWSharks

In pitching to investors, founders often overlook the most powerful part of the business: You yourself - the founder! The one thing that investors evaluate most keenly is you - the founder! Your energy Your confidence Your experiences Your conviction Taking the business to success is a long journey. And in that time everything will change - the product, the GTM, the business model. Everything! What remains at the core is the founder and his/her conviction. And that's what everyone - the investors, the employees - is betting on. Pitch yourself well - tell your story, show your passion and most importantly share your conviction with full confidence. It's not the time to downplay yourself! #PitchYourself #Founder #AnshulG *********************************** I run Bharat Founder School. Here we coach growing startup founders on the nuances of raising capital. Also try to answer seemingly simple/complex questions like "Why are my investor reachouts not getting responses?"