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Did you know Airbnb’s founders sold cereal boxes to keep their dream alive? 🏠✨ Less than 1% of startups secure venture capital, but those who do can skyrocket to success. Ensure your pitch is sharp, your numbers are solid, and your vision compelling. Ready to find the right investor / partner for your startup journey? 🌟 #StartupFunding #VentureCapital #EntrepreneurLife #AirbnbSuccess #InvestorPitch #BusinessGrowth #FundingStrategies #Startups #EntrepreneurJourney

Your biggest questions about venture studios… answered. What exactly is a venture studio? How do they help startups grow? And what’s in it for investors? This carousel breaks down everything you need to know about venture studios—how they work and fuel business growth.  👇 #EHEVentures #VentureStudio #Startups #Investors #BusinessGrowth

Did you know Airbnb’s founders sold cereal boxes to keep their dream alive? 🏠✨ Less than 1% of startups secure venture capital, but those who do can skyrocket to success. Ensure your pitch is sharp, your numbers are solid, and your vision compelling. Ready to find the right investor / partner for your startup journey? 🌟 #StartupFunding #VentureCapital #EntrepreneurLife #AirbnbSuccess #InvestorPitch #BusinessGrowth #FundingStrategies #Startups #EntrepreneurJourney

It's no surprise that startups face a number of challenges in building toward sustainable growth -- from innovating a product or service to hiring the right team, to going to market, each step of the startup journey presents its own unique obstacles. Venture capital fundraising is one of the primary methods startups use to finance growth. Checkout all of our tips and tricks in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/44w2Faw #Startups #VCFunding #BlogPost #BostonStartUps

The numbers don’t lie: "Between 50% and 70% of VC-backed startups went out of business last year," according to Forbes. As many founders face this new reality, it’s crucial to know when—and how—to sell your business to ensure a proper exit when the time is right. With market shifts catching many by surprise, understanding your exit strategy is more important than ever. Adapt, prepare, and stay ahead. Read the full Forbes article “The Silent Venture Capital & Startup Recession”: https://lnkd.in/eez755d9  . . . #Startups #ExitStrategy #VC #FreeWebinar

How to Get Your #Startup Funded Without #VCs: Exploring #AlternativeInvestment Platforms For many founders, securing funding often feels synonymous with venture capital. But what happens when VC funding isn't the right fit— The good news is that startups with revenue predictability have a powerful alternative: Platforms like Pipe and Clearco. They provide upfront capital by advancing your future revenues. Essentially, you're not selling equity or taking on traditional debt—you’re leveraging your predictable revenue streams. You can keep 100% ownership of your startup. Are you exploring funding options for your startup? Let’s discuss how these platforms can help you scale sustainably! #StartupFunding #AlternativeInvestments #FoundersJourney #GrowthWithoutDilution

At our venture studio, we believe in more than just writing cheques. We only invest in what we help build - and we build what we invest in. From day one, we’re in the trenches with you: shaping the product, refining the strategy, and making sure your startup has the foundation to succeed. Want a partner who’s as invested in building your startup as you are? Let’s make it happen. https://lnkd.in/eFjxTXs4 #VentureStudio #StartupInvestment #BusinessStrategy #TechStartups #GrowthHacks #SmartScaling

It's time to present our venture portfolio. 🐋 At Whales Ventures, we focus on a "smart money" strategy—combining capital with strategic guidance. We don’t just invest, and we actively support founders with the resources and networks they need to scale. Our portfolio spans key sectors driving future growth. Stay tuned for more details on the startups we’re backing and the impact they’re making. #WhalesVentures #VentureCapital #StartupSupport #ScalingSuccess #Innovation #FutureGrowth #InvestmentStrategy #TechStartups #FoundersFirst #PortfolioReveal #StartupEcosystem #VenturePortfolio

Once a #startup has achieved success, it comes to an end as an IPO — one final moment where the heavens open up and cash rains down on founders. In reality, an IPO is intensely complicated — in making the choice to go public and in the process it takes to get there. To learn more about this theme, TechRepublic Premium presents a helpful guide. The article includes excellent advice from Ambarish Gupta, founder and CEO of Basis Vectors Capital. Read 'How Do You Know When it’s Time to IPO?' here: https://lnkd.in/gdiV4yE9 #startups #tech

If you're seeking early-stage funding in NY, don't miss this! Wen Zhang has compiled a list of over 80 VCs ready to invest in pre-seed startups, even before product launch. Access crucial resources to develop your MVP and hit key milestones. Comment 'NY' to get the link and connect with Wen for the pitch deck and funding strategy support. Let's turn visions into reality!