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🚀 Founders of scaling FinTechs in the UK, here we go again! 🚀 Are you seeking a space to learn, share, and elevate your business's visibility? Ready to accelerate your ride? The 4th season of the EY FinTech Growth Programme is here! 🌟 Join Katja Palovaara and her team on this transformative journey. The connections you make and the insights you gain will be awesome. Don’t miss out! 🎉 #fintech #accelerate #growth

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Issue 26 of The Up Round by The Multiple it out! Given the four week hiatus, we're covering a lot of ground with >$4B of new funds announced during the period. Here's some other highlights from the issue: 🤖 QuantumLight is a new $200M fund anchored by Nik Storonsky of Revolut fame. It executes a quantitative approach to VC much like what's found in the public markets. ⭐ Firms continue to rebalance their ranks amid a refocus on portfolio management and new topics such as AI and national security. 💰 In the last month alone, nearly $4B of capital was raised, in-part to provide liquidity to the venture markets by StepStone Group and Industry Ventures. Check out Issue 26 for yourself 👇🏾

🌟 New Milestone Achieved! 🌟    I’m thrilled to share that I’ve recently completed two dynamic finance accelerators, deepening my expertise in the world of finance and investments:     🔹 AM & IB Finance Accelerator  It was a privilege to work directly in the issues of asset management and investment banking with severe real-life and learning density exercises which helped me to develop various skills. I was able to interact with real-time simulated markets, though I was tasked with fast-paced tasks it was fun, simulating and exiting!    🔹 AmplifyME Finance Accelerator for M&A   In terms of the M&A Simulation, I was immersed in the topic of mergers and acquisitions within a short span of time. It was a good learning experience and provided an opportunity for a comprehensive, practical exposure to the working of M&A transactions.    All these experiences have given me a wider financial exposure and I highly suggest others try it too!   Everyone starts somewhere, either it is your first time practicing a new thing or even a step towards a career goal, it 100% counts and will never be unnoticed.    >#Finance #AssetManagement #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #LearningAndDevelopment #AmplifyME

In 2023, the tech industry faced challenges with rising interest rates and decreased venture capital, leading to a shift towards profitability-focused investments. Despite the hurdles, generative AI saw rapid adoption. As we enter 2024, IPOs and M&A activities are poised for recovery, with a focus on clear paths to profitability. #M&A #DueDiligence #TechIndustry #IPOs #M&Aactivity #GenerativeAI #BusinessStrategy #2024Trends

Yesterday's gathering was nothing short of inspirational, bringing together some of the most visionary founders in our industry. A heartfelt thank you to Victor Boyajian and Ori Miller for orchestrating such a dynamic event. The format of these 'speed dating' style networking sessions is truly exhilarating. It's a privilege to engage with founders who are not just dreaming but actively transforming industries. The support from esteemed organizations like JPMorgan Chase & Co. & Dentons is remarkable, offering both a wealth of expertise and vital capital pathways. This collaboration is instrumental in guiding ideas from their nascent stage to achieving unicorn status. At Fiskal Finance we're passionate about contributing to this ecosystem. Our goal is to ensure founders and investors have the utmost confidence in their financial and accounting frameworks, which are designed to support and sustain remarkable growth. What I cherish most about working alongside founders from diverse backgrounds is witnessing the power of ambition in action. It reinforces my belief in the limitless potential of dreaming big and the tangible outcomes of perseverance and innovation. Let's continue to dream, innovate, and pave the way for extraordinary achievements. #GrowthMindset #FinanceAndAccounting #BusinessGrowth #Fintech #VentureCapital #StartupLife #Founders

Are you ready to transform your #FinTech startup into a powerhouse of innovation and inclusivity? Join our interactive FinTech Academy session, exclusive to FinTech startup and scaleup companies, members of our community 🚀 Discover how Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) can be the catalyst for your business's success through the integration of proven inclusive governance practices! Why Attend? ✅ Invaluable Insights: Learn from industry leaders and DE&I experts about the transformative impact of inclusive governance and strategic planning on FinTech businesses. ✅ Interactive Sessions: Engage in dynamic peer-to-peer discussions and data-driven sessions designed to provide you with practical, actionable strategies for driving growth. ✅ Strategic DE&I Diagnostic: Understand how to incorporate DE&I into your board governance and business strategy effectively. ✅ Practical Action Plan: Leave with a concrete action plan and key steps to implement DE&I governance practices that will drive growth and sustainability in your business. ✅ Enhanced Leadership: Develop leadership skills that promote a culture of inclusivity, attracting top talent and fostering a collaborative environment. ✅ Competitive Edge: Learn how DE&I can be a differentiator in the competitive FinTech landscape, driving customer loyalty and investor confidence. 🔗 For more information and to register please visit https://hubs.ly/Q02NzxpW0 #FinTechAcademy #VoiceOfFinTech #Diversity #Inclusion

🚀 Applications Now Open for the 2025 FinTech Innovation Lab New York! Are you an early- or growth-stage fintech or insurtech company looking to scale? Here’s your chance to accelerate your product and business development! The FinTech Innovation Lab New York, a 12-week program co-founded by Accenture and the Partnership Fund for New York City, is now accepting applications. This program offers a unique opportunity to: - Connect with top financial services and venture capital executives. - Collaborate with industry leaders to refine your product and business strategy. - Receive invaluable mentorship to drive your innovation forward. This is your moment to fast-track growth and create real impact in the fintech world. Don’t miss out! American Express AIG Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC AXA Digit Insurance Citi 📅 Apply now and join the ranks of leading fintech innovators! #FinTech #InnovationLab #NewYork2024 #Accenture #VentureCapital #FintechGrowth #Insurtech #EmergingTech Follow me for more FinTech Updates

Thrilled to share my M&A Experience! I'm excited to share that I recently collaborated for a project to create an M&A model and pitch for Robinhood’s potential acquisition of Remitly While the initial guidance was to avoid financial services and loss-making companies due to their complexities, I chose this challenge to enhance my learning and delve deeper into the essentitals. Remitly, as a target, presented a unique opportunity for learning– extremely high revenue growth coupled with negative EBIT. To tackle this, I equipped myself with the necessary skills: * The Valuation School’s; Financial Modeling & LBO Modeling Course: This channel (huge shoutout to Mr. Parth Verma, the founder!) provided a comprehensive foundation in financial modeling. This channel is a hidden gem for finance enthusiasts! * AmplifyME’s Private Equity & M&A Simulation (facilitated by Mr. Stephen Barnett): These workshops simulated the role of an M&A analyst and provided invaluable insights. * Financial Edge Training’s M&A Technical Workshop (conducted by Mr. Phil Sparks) This workshop further solidified my understanding of the technical aspects of an M&A transaction. * King's Business School: Thank you for your collaboration with both AmplifyME and Financial Edge Training for offering these enriching workshops. The project itself was a fantastic learning experience. I honed my skills in: * Beta calculation, WACC calculation, Goodwill creation, Synergy Incorporation in pro forma financial statements, Sensitivity Analysis, Football Field Analysis & DCF Valuation. * Considering Remitly's growth trajectory and negative operating losses, I employed both Discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis using multiple and income-based valuation approaches to arrive at a final share price offering for Remitly at 27.55 with a premium of 31.99% (over current share price of 20.87) This experience has been instrumental in developing a deeper understanding of the strategic rationale behind a deal! I'm always striving to expand my knowledge and tackle new challenges within the exciting world of finance. #Mergersandacquisitions #M&A #CroporateFinance #FinancialModeling #Valuation #Robinhood #Remitly #ValuationSchool #AmplifyME #FinancialEdge #KingsBusinessSchool

Interesting graphic below doing the rounds right now ... but it hides more than it shows. Is the money invested even from Australian VC 'pockets', and if so, how much? You know what would be even more interesting? A graph showing total value generated per US$1 billion invested. And the number of #Founders and companies who were able to #scale and build successful and #impactful companies. Is 300 x $150m companies a better outcome than 1.67 x unicorns? #metricsthatmatter #valuenotvanity