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Early stage investors should own lots of your company???:)......Considering the end game target of founders is crucial when determining how much equity the first investors should get. 1. For founders aiming to build a billion-dollar company, it's wise for investors to take a small percentage initially. This strategy not only facilitates later-stage fundraising but also positions them for significant returns. 2. On the other hand, if founders plan to sell the company for £2 million, it would be inequitable for investors to invest at a £1 million valuation. Understanding the long-term vision of the founders is key in structuring equitable and strategic relationships between founders and investors. #startup #investing #founders #equity #entrepreneurship

🚀 Thrilled to share some exciting news from the VC world! 🌟 Julius Luehr has ascended to Partner at Munich's Acton Capital, bringing a decade of investment acumen from Rocket Internet to Northzone. He's been a pivotal figure in backing game-changers like SoSafe and everstox. 📈🔍 Dive into my blog to see how Julius's story exemplifies the art of spotting potential and nurturing startups through their growth odyssey. #VentureCapital #StartupGrowth #InvestmentLeadership #ActonCapital #Entrepreneurship Check out the full story and join me in congratulating Julius on this remarkable milestone! 🎉💼📊

At our recent Angel Investing 101 event, we had the pleasure of hosting Mohan Markandaier , managing partner at Good News Ventures, who gave his invaluable guidance for first time angel investments. Markandaier's insights highlight the critical need for rational decision-making in angel investing. By stepping back and critically evaluating potential investments, investors can avoid the pitfalls of emotional biases and increase their chances of making profitable decisions. To dive deeper into Markandaier's strategies for successful angel investing, including how to build a diversified portfolio and the importance of founder execution, read the full blog post here: https://hubs.ly/Q02ykldD0 #AngelInvesting #StartupFunding #InvestmentStrategy #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #BusinessGrowth

Curious about angel investing? Tanaha Hairston and Rebecca Mink discuss how first-time investors can navigate early-stage investments for maximum impact. Investing in innovative startups offers a huge opportunity to grow your money and make a difference! Education + Community 🚀 #AngelInvesting #Entrepreneurship #FinancialGrowth #Innovation #InvestSmart RISE | Investing with Purpose and Profit with Rebecca Mink | EcoHyde

Stage Of Pitch Decks: A Journey From Pre-Seed To IPO 🚀 Pitch decks evolve as your business grows, from initial seed rounds 🌱 to the exciting moment of an IPO 🚀 Each stage requires a tailored approach, addressing the unique needs and expectations of investors 💰 Whether you’re pitching a fresh idea 💡 or showcasing years of growth 📈 your deck needs to highlight your progress, vision, and potential impact.   🔗Check out the full blog for more details and get inspired to create your own million-dollar pitch! https://lnkd.in/dpQHcfhM #PitchDeck #StartupSuccess #InvestorPitch #BusinessGrowth #RaiseCapital #StartupFunding #Entrepreneurship #Slideuplift #PresentationTips #PitchingIdeas

Last post from my notes at the Independent Lodging Congress last month in NYC, And my favorite one touching on the entrepreneurial Tech journey. Amy Daniels Burr with JetBlue Ventures, Steve LeSieur with Spectrum Equity and Michael Treskow with Eight Roads shared key factors in Seed Investing versus pre-Seed: Investing in startups involves assessing product usage reasons, with a focus on time-saving benefits and ROI. Factors like swift account closures, Customer segmentation, target markets, and Customer retention history are crucial in this process. Financial projections often tend to be overestimated, leading investors to conduct their evaluations. In my opinion, even in the pre-Seed stage, it's essential not to hesitate. Starting with angel investor funding can kickstart the business without sacrificing too much equity or control. A valuable insight for aspiring entrepreneurs navigating the startup landscape 💡 #TechEntrepreneurship #StartupInvesting #SeedInvesting #EntrepreneurialInsights 📷 Madison Baptist Church, NY, NY, USA

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to virtually attend Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center’s Open House. If you are in the early stages of starting/growing your business, I highly recommend checking out the recording (linked) and their plethora of resources for entrepreneurs. I’ve personally been leveraging their Entrepreneur Pitch Toolkit. 🤌🏽 What’s one thing you’ve found crucial to your startup’s growth? 🔗: https://lnkd.in/gv53rfRQ #entrepreneurship #startup #growth

Looking forward to Pitch Global's pitch event today hosted by UC Berkeley Extension! These are great events for early stage startups and angel & seed stage investors. If you are interested in learning more or participating in an upcoming event, then reach out to the Pitch Global team. Thank you to Kaustav Chaudhuri (KC Wisdom), Axel Tillmann, Nadège Thorez, & Bhavya Kondapaneni for the opportunity to speak about early stage #AI investing and tech evaluation. #pitchevent #startups #SRIventures #CVC #venturecapital #ucberkeley #deeptech

Proud to share that Endeavor Catalyst has been ranked #1 on the Kauffman Fellows Fund Returners Index! This recognition underscores the incredible work of our global network in supporting Endeavor Entrepreneurs from across the world. 🌍 With over 300 investments, including 59 unicorns and multiple $1B+ exits, this achievement proves that game-changing businesses are emerging from all corners of the globe—and it’s just the beginning. We’re excited to see how our entrepreneurs, investors, and LPs are driving top-tier venture returns while building transformational companies that are reshaping industries worldwide. Here’s to pushing the boundaries of where innovation can thrive! 🔗 Download the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gK68v-B7 #VentureCapital #EmergingMarkets #Innovation

Today, I find myself amidst the vibrancy and insights at the InterTradeIreland venture capital conference, where the dynamic interaction between investors and entrepreneurs vividly comes to life. Among the many enlightening moments, one highlight stands out: observing John W Cassidy in his current role at Kindred Capital VC supporting their investee companies with a depth of understanding only someone with his unique journey could provide. Transitioning from a startup founder and investor to now a General Partner at Kindred, his expertise enriches the narrative of entrepreneurial growth and investment synergy. A testament to this effective partnership is the story of Eolas Medical. From Dr. Declan Kelly’s compelling cold email to securing funding in under three months, it underscores the essence of what makes the startup-investor relationship thrive: clarity, ambition, and the mutual recognition of opportunity. As we share in these stories of remarkable achievements and strategic partnerships, it prompts a pivotal reflection, especially relevant in the energetic environment of today’s conference. It brings me to a question I believe is crucial for us all to ponder: 𝘐𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘦𝘳𝘢 𝘰𝘧 𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵’𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶, 𝘢𝘴 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘶𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘱, 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘶𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘩 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥? #VCC24 #entrepreneurship #investors #foundersjourney #founderstories