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For any founders planning on starting a fundraise in September, please do the following things now: 1. Keep your personal and company LinkedIn updated with regular posts about what you are building. Founders who post on LinkedIn regularly raise more than those who don't. 2. Prioritise the investors you are going to speak to first. Make sure you aren't reaching out to your priority investor straight away. 3. Research who can give you a warm intro to your priority investors when the time comes. Warm intros are the best way to get on an investor's radar 4. Build a data room in Notion. It doesn't matter how basic it is in the beginning. You will add to it over time and it makes your raise look more professional. ♻️ Repost to help your network raise their funding rounds And follow me, Jonny Plein for more insights like this.

Mariane Bekker, Founder @ Founders Bay, joins the pod to dissect valuable founder insights, including: – Understanding distribution & tools for community building / networking – How to articulate your mission & community your “why” – Hiring tactics for positions beyond engineering – Networking pitfalls to avoid while building your startup – What building an MVP in eight weeks looks like If you’re a new founder looking to navigate the intimidating – but necessary – world of networking & community building, this is a conversation you’ll want to check out. Listen here: https://hubs.la/Q02B-_TN0 #EngineeringFounders #ELC #FoundersBay

New York Tech Week is next week, Let's Connect! My goal: I'm looking to meet founders, VCs, and Angel Investors. Why? I host events bringing together founders so that they can connect with like-minded individuals, talk about growing their companies, and connect each other with great people in their network. - If you're going to any events let me know which ones are a must go. - If you have any dead time during the week and want to do a coffee chat let's connect! - If you're hosting an event let me know which ones. - If you're pitching at any event I'd love to show up and support.

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We all know the saying, "This meeting could have been an email." The AGM (Annual General Meeting) from a VC often fits that mold, but it doesn’t have to. The AGM is a unique opportunity to meet great entrepreneurs and portfolio companies, learn about new trends, and connect with fellow LPs to understand the current funding environment and strategies. Unfortunately, many AGMs are filled with endless, forgettable presentations. That’s why I was pleasantly surprised by Robin Capital‘s recent AGM. Instead of focusing on numbers and slides, the event centered on the people who make and shape the fund. We engaged in deep conversations, participated in joint activities, and built meaningful connections. It was about fostering a community where everyone listened, learned, and supported each other. The founders benefited immensely from the wisdom, experience, and connections of the LPs, and the LPs gained insights into new technologies, approaches, and the latest entrepreneurial trends. Thanks for this great experience, Robin Haak! Picture credit: Claudia Weaver

🚀 **Always Learning, Always Growing!** 🚀 ⭐️ As a property investor, I believe that continuous learning and networking are key to success. That’s why I’m part of the incredible HMO Platform, where I connect with fellow investors once a month. @thehmoplatform ⭐️ These meetings are totally inspiring! We dive deep into market trends, analyze deals, share strategies, and exchange valuable tips and insights. It’s more than just a network; it’s a powerful, supportive community. ⭐️ Being part of this close-knit group not only keeps me updated with the latest in the market but also pushes me to achieve more. Grateful for the knowledge, support, and inspiration we share! Big up 👊🏻 @michalkuziorowicz for his invaluable friendship and support ⭐️ #PropertyInvestment #HMOPlatform #RealEstateInvestor #Networking #ContinuousLearning #MarketInsights #DealAnalysis #InvestorCommunity #Inspiration #GrowthMindset

As we approach the end of Q2 and the holiday season, I’m hearing increasing concern about funding round progress. Founders, now is the time to assess your position for the New Year and plan your fundraising strategy. Although it may seem distant, working backward from your ideal timeline is crucial. With the industry average being 6-9 months to secure funding in Q3, we’re in a prime window to start these conversations. What’s your strategy to connect with investors in the coming weeks? While attending networking events and pursuing cold outreach are options, the best-case scenario could lead to 1-3 investor discussions in just 2-3 months. Curious about how many qualified investor introductions we can facilitate in just 30 days? (hint, it would take your average founder 6-9 months to achieve these results). Message me or Brennan Chong💡 to find out! 🚀 #bfound #startupfunding #capitalraise

Meet The ThinkFISH Executive Team LIVE This is a live event to kick off our new community and get to know each other. All members are welcome to join and participate. If you have questions you would like answered before the session, please email reef@thinkfish.co or feel free to ask questions using the chat feature live on the session. Join Us https://lnkd.in/gQZxZ-RP Founders get; - Free membership to REEF and 4,623 Investors - Free Pitch Deck Review Investors get: - Access to opportunities, startups and founders. - Network with other investors in a private space. We look forward to seeing you on the session and serving you better to successfully raise your round. PANELISTS INCLUDE: Ben Padnos, CEO Clifford "Cliff" Jones, CSO Freizle Abarrientos, COO Connor Nolan, VP Sales and Partnerships Patrick McGuire, CRO (event moderator) #founders #investors #fundraising #funding #incubators #accelerators #funds #startups #business

How do you turn a happy hour into a launchpad for the next big thing? Our recent Finding Funding Happy Hour events asked just that. We brought together a highly curated, intimate group of founders, superconnectors, and investors for an evening of meaningful connections and insights on community-driven capital raising. Dallas saw my business partner Devin Ambron team up with Pete Stubbs from DealMaker, while I hosted the Austin event alongside Pete. Here's what made these events special... 👥 Carefully curated attendee list (no service providers) 🍹 Open happy hour for relaxed networking 🧊 Icebreakers to kickstart conversations (not forced & where needed) 💡 Discussions on leveraging community for fundraising A huge thank you to the DealMaker team for sponsoring these events and to all the brilliant minds who joined us. These evenings aren't just about networking - they're about building a community of innovators who support and elevate each other. If you're a founder, investor, or connector looking to expand your network and knowledge, send me a DM or comment "FINDING FUNDING" and I'll put you on the list for our next gathering ✌️