Check out this recap from some of the biggest fundraisers featured on the #FundraisingDemystified podcast this year! Guests include Edrizio De La Cruz who raised $25M for a #fintech startup, Diana Heldfond in #Edtech, Paul Kromidas in #proptech. Link in the comments.
Thunder.vc
Financial Services
New York, New York 2,401 followers
Capital Strategy Experts for Sourcing Debt, Equity, and M&A Opportunities for VC-Backed Companies
About us
Thunder is a tech-enabled investment bank for founders, by founders, that helps startups raise equity/debt capital and navigate M&A. It’s led by Jason Kirby and his team, who have assisted in acquiring over $135M+ for founders at all stages. We provide a suite of free tools to help founders at all stages identify which investors/lenders are most relevant to pursue when seeking outside financing. Thunder investment banking services offer hands-on support for the full scope of fundraising strategy & needs, way beyond “warm intros”. Intros are great, but the full capital strategy is hyper-important in successfully raising capital in today’s market. Feel free to reach out or DM us, if Thunder can help with the following: 1) Fundraising & capital strategy → We help founders develop a fundraising strategy or exit strategy that is tailored to their specific needs and within the limits of their current resources. 2) Narrative Development → We help founders define and defend the appropriate narrative to acquire the capital they’re seeking. This includes but is not limited to developing the pitch deck, investor outreach, lender applications, and investor meeting preparation. 3) Investor outreach → We source and connect founders to the right investors and facilitate warm introductions. 4) Negotiation Advisory → We help founders negotiate the best possible terms with investors by providing more options at the table and backchanneling. Also, join 10k+ subscribers to stay informed of VC trends, fundraising tips from founders closing their rounds, weekly pitch deck feedback sessions, deal term negotiation tips, and so much more here: https://lp.thunder.vc/newsletter-for-founders-raising-capital
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https://join.thunder.vc
External link for Thunder.vc
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, New York
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2021
- Specialties
- startup, raise capital, SaaS, Networking, Match Making, founders, venture capital, fundraising, investment bank, AI, and Machine Learning
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New York, New York 10011, US
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184 Shepherds Bush Road
London, England W6 7PF, GB
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🎉 Major milestone for the hashtag #FundraisingDemystified newsletter! Check out the story of how Thunder came to be. If you want to access free tools and support, go to https://lnkd.in/geRVgF5k #founders
4x Exits | Raised $100M+| Helping Founders w/ Capital Strategy | MD @ Thunder.vc | Podcast Host | Angel Investor
Like a lot of things in life, Thunder.vc started with what went wrong in my past. After selling my first two small businesses (6 figures), I spent two years grinding away on a new idea, trying to raise capital for it. In hindsight, the business was never venture-backable (it was a photographer marketplace... no need to elaborate 🤣), but I couldn’t see that at the time, and no one had the guts to tell me the truth. With the right guidance, we could have built a profitable business with very little outside capital. Instead, we burned time and money trying to force it into a VC-shaped box. Which, in hindsight, was never going to happen. That experience taught me two things: Not every company needs venture capital. Founders need better advice on when it does—and doesn’t—make sense to raise venture and be presented with alternative options that are attainable. Fortunately, my next company, LiquidSky Software, Inc. (Acquired by Walmart), was a success, eventually selling to Walmart for mid-8-figures. After that, I got to work as an executive and investor in HR tech, e-sports, Edtech, and other sectors. I’ve advised and invested in multiple companies/funds along the way, which led me to a realization: I love talking to founders. I love hearing their stories, brainstorming strategies, and figuring out how to take their companies to the next level. Back when I was raising money for my companies, I loved talking to investors. Especially now, as one of them, I understand how they think and what they look for. Those two worlds—founders and investors—are often disjointed. So I thought, Why not build something that bridges the gap? That’s how Thunder was born: a tech-enabled investment bank focused on helping founders find the right capital to fuel their growth or sell. So here I am now, offering capital-strategy-as-a-service, written 100 editions of the #FundraisingDemystified newsletter and hosted 64 episodes of the podcast. And most importantly, our tools and network have supported 400+ companies who have gone on to raise $1.2B+. I'm looking forward to hitting more milestones. So, if you need help with securing debt, equity, or M&A, don't hesitate to reach out. Plus access a bunch of free tools & content we offer by subscribing to our newsletter, including free guides on how to negotiate term sheets, or accessing a free list of investors & more. Link in my bio.
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While VC is in vogue, there are alternatives for founders to access capital and scale a business. In this week's #FundraisingDemystified, get to know your options without giving up equity in return. Happy reading!
Get funding without losing equity
Jason Kirby on LinkedIn
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Did you know that even after winding up your company, you could still pay taxes for years afterward if you don't do it correctly? In the latest episode of the #FundraisingDemystified podcast, we talk to Dori Yona, CEO of SimpleClosure. He talks about the process of shutting down your company gracefully and the emotional and logistical hurdles founders face when shutting down. Learn more about the importance of having a clear plan to protect relationships and ease the transition by tuning in on your favorite platform. Check out the links in the comments 👇
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🚀 The IPO boom may be upon us again. What does a founder need to go public? Find out in this week's edition of the #FundraisingDemystified newsletter. Subscribe now to get it straight to your inbox each week: https://lnkd.in/geRVgF5k
The IPO Boom
Jason Kirby on LinkedIn
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Another great episode of the #FundraisingDemystified podcast went live last week! This time, Jason Kirby sits down with Mark Peter Davis, MP of Interplay to bust some VC myths. Watch it on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eqqUXcda Listen on: -Spotify: https://lnkd.in/emWACWkE -Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e4jdJ96A
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This week, the #FundraisingDemystified newsletter dives into the world of podcasting: can you pivot from hosting a show to becoming a venture capitalist? Find out here: https://lnkd.in/eDw_NJi4 #VC #podcast #founders
Is it time to start a podcast?
Jason Kirby on LinkedIn
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ICYMI: Last week's episode of the #FundraisingDemystified podcast is out! In the hot seat for episode 60 was Nick Telson-Sillett sharing his remarkable journey, from bootstrapping DesignMyNight to a £30+ million exit, to raising venture capital for his SaaS venture, trumpet 🎺, and building sequel, an investment fund for professional athletes. Catch more on the chat here: https://lnkd.in/eKziscZf
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The latest episode of the #FundraisingDemystified podcast is live! This week, founder Jason Kirby shares his insights on the 12-month plan guaranteed to secure you funding. If you are just kicking off your business and will need capital over the next year, tune in! Want to get this direct to your inbox weekly? Subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/erC-szHM
Episode #59: Your 12-month Fundraising Plan w/ Jason Kirby
Jason Kirby on LinkedIn
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Hustle culture has gone mad. How can founders escape the grind without burning themselves out? Find out in the latest edition of #FundraisingDemsytified here: https://lnkd.in/g2hTNaKz Happy reading! Subscribe to get the newsletter direct to your inbox here: https://lnkd.in/geRVgF5k
Hustle porn
Jason Kirby on LinkedIn