What the SVB saga means for fundraising (spoiler: nothing good) In case you haven’t heard, Silicon Valley Bank, the 16th largest bank in the US and the number one bank for venture-backed startups, failed last week. In preparing for this essay, I envisioned a much scarier scenario. While the total disaster was averted, those of…
As a startup founder, one of the most challenging aspects of building a successful company is securing funding. Many founders spend countless hours preparing pitches and presentations, only to be met with rejection from venture capital investors. However, it’s important to remember that a “no” is not always permanent, and there are steps you can…
As a startup founder, keeping your investors informed and updated about your company’s progress is essential. Not only does it build trust and confidence in your investors, but it also helps you establish a good relationship with them. In this article, we will explore the basics of investor updates and reporting. Why it is important…
Securing funding for your startup can be a huge achievement. Remember that getting funding is just the first step in scaling up and growing your business. Building and maintaining strong investor relations is a key part of this journey. The function of investor relations, or IR, is to manage relations between a company and its…
Startups that participate in structured accelerator programs have a higher chance of success compared to those that don’t. This is because accelerator programs offer a wealth of resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities that can help startups reach their goals more efficiently and effectively. A study conducted by Gust and the Startup Genome Project found that…
Startup accelerator programs can be instrumental in helping small businesses scale their way to greatness. But these ventures are not without their challenges. In this article, we explore the pain points of accelerator programs, and how to face them. What are the main challenges faced by startup accelerator programs? With over 180 programs operational in…
Running an early-stage startup has its fundraising challenges. Equity is something you should think about at the very beginning, when you are ready to start distributing stock to investors, employees, co-founders, and all relevant shareholders. The reason you are distributing equity is to encourage those shareholders to continue growing the company. Having committed co-founders can…
While it’s difficult to generalize, the due diligence processes that investors go through after they are introduced to a startup usually means trying to better understand the context and qualities of the startup. This can involve a few things: 1. Market research and traction One of the biggest things investor look out for is the…
As an angel investor, you’re looking to invest in early-stage start-ups in exchange for a stake in the company. The hope is that you’ll strike it lucky and make huge returns from a relatively small investment. You know that any investment comes with a risk and investing in a start-up might feel like taking a…
Market access Market access is one of the most challenging battles for start-ups. Many entrepreneurs dream of expanding their business into new markets but having success in one market does not guarantee success in others. Consumers, competition, and market conditions are unique and nuanced to each geography, and founders need to be aware of and…
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