Aussie Angels’ Post

😭 Wait, what?! Our Final AMA for 2024 is almost here! We can’t believe it either! The past six months have been an absolute blast, hosting our monthly New Angel AMA sessions for budding angel investors—not just within Aussie Angels, but open to the entire Aussie startup ecosystem. 🌏 And honestly... it’s been SO much fun! 🎉 Top takeaways? 🤨 Aussies are insanely curious about startup investing (we love to see it). 🕳️ There’s a MASSIVE knowledge gap around how to start, where to look, and what cheque size works best (spoiler: you can totally start small). 😇 Angels across the ecosystem are absolute legends, dedicating their time and passion to helping new investors climb the learning curve. What’s next for 2025? Hopefully, a bunch more AMAs with some new faces sharing their stories and advice! 🙌 But for now… don’t miss out on the grand finale! Join Cheryl Mack 🦄 for our final AMA of 2024 and get all your burning questions answered. Let’s wrap up the year with a bang! 🎉 📅 Details in the link👇. See you there! #angelinvesting #Startups #innovation #australia

Navigating Dilution and Smart Deal Making as a Startup Founder 🧠 Avoiding the pitfalls in managing your equity as a startup can be a long, stressful task. Fortunately, Mantle has you covered. Learn how new investment dollars can dilute shareholders and option holders. Gain insights on evaluating good deals and making informed decisions in real-time conversations. Enhance your investment intelligence. Listen to the Full Episode Here:👇  https://buff.ly/3WasCZo #InvestmentStrategy #Dilution #SmartDeals #InvestmentTips #Funding #CapTables #Mantle Amit Jethani, Michael Thibodeau

Have you heard about golden handcuffs? Probably, but what about silver handcuffs? Did you know they might be a huge disabler of startup/ecosystem growth? What if I told you there was a simple fix: BECOME YOUR OWN ANGEL INVESTOR You'll get more done. You'll connect with more people. You'll be an authentic company builder. Let me know what you think (and encourage some Wantrepreneurs to step aside: https://lnkd.in/e_B8QDce) #entrepreneurship #startup #corporateinnovation #sidehustle #entrepreneur #intrapreneur #Pittsburgh #AI #GenerativeAI https://lnkd.in/efbbTCaz

As a small cheque angel investor I often ask myself when is small too small? Tuning in to get the answer to this and many more answers to burning angel investor questions from Cheryl Mack next Tuesday, June 4th. Join here 👉 https://lu.ma/pd22dpfx #innovation #startups #technology #angelinvesting

Curious about angel investing? Wondering how to get started and what to watch out for? Join us for an exclusive 'New Angel Investor AMA' with Cheryl Mack next Tuesday, June 4th at 12:30 PM (AEST). Angel investing can be intimidating, but we're here to help you navigate the journey. Cheryl will cover all your burning questions: - How do you gain conviction? - Is that a good valuation? - What are the latest updates on wholesale investor thresholds, and how will they impact you? - What qualifies as a small cheque in angel investing, and when is small too small? And many more insights from the front lines of angel investing! Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an expert and gain the confidence you need to start writing those cheques. Join us and get your questions answered! Register here 👉 https://lu.ma/pd22dpfx #startups #technology #innovation #angelinvesting

𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿'𝘀 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱: Abhishek Gulia's Take on the #Perfect #Pitch. In the venture capital world, the pitch isn't just about the #business idea—it's a window into the founder's mindset. Abhishek Gulia, Partner at Agility Ventures was at Rishihood University for a Mini Shark Tank event on campus. He emphasized the importance of the founder's #passion, the #market fit, and the #problem-solving aspect. After all, as he puts it, selling something nobody needs is futile. Craft your pitch precisely, fuel your passion with purpose, and watch your vision soar. Join us as we explore the anatomy of a pitch with Abhishek Gulia. Do you think your pitch will ignite the investor's passion and solve a real problem? #ApproachingRishihood #RishihoodUniversity #SharkTank #PerfectPitch #VentureCapital

Hey there, future moguls! 🎩💼 Ready to charm the socks off investors? 🧦✨ It's all about those good vibes and solid chats. 🗨️💬 Remember, investors are just like us – they love a good story and a laugh! 😂📖 At www.preipohype.com, we're like that cool wingman for your business, setting you up for that perfect investor match. 😎🤝 Keep it real, keep it you, and let's make those connections that count! 🌟🤑 Wanna get the inside scoop on winning over investors? 🤔💡 Book a Call Now and let's get your capital crusade on the roll! 📞🎢 #InvestorRelations #StartupLife #EquityCrowdfunding

What does it take to be an entrepreneur? 🤔 Guts? A knack for business? Being good with people? Or all of the above? ✅ A lot of us would have trouble nailing down the answer to a question that we all think of, but rarely have to answer. But that's where people like Deepak Gupta come in. 🧠 With a career spanning 25 years across corporate finance, treasury management and investment banking, he founded WEH Ventures, a venture capital fund providing seed funding to founders in the earliest stages of their company's growth. Some of the companies WEH Ventures has backed are smallcase, Pratilipi, and MasterChow, which shows the range of the industries they invest in. 📈 📖 🍜 To catch our whole conversation about profits, valuations, founders, funding and more, watch the full episode of this week's #JarXchange here: https://lnkd.in/ge3YgfNW #JarXchange #VentureCapital #ValueOverValuations

Understanding #FundingRounds 💡 Are you raising funds for your business? #Understanding the different funding stages is crucial to target the right investors and meet the specific requirements of each round. Here’s a quick #overview: Pre-Seed & Seed: Focus on MVPs and market validation. Series A: Scaling your product and expanding your team. Series B+: Accelerating growth and market domination. Each round comes with its own set of expectations and deliverables. Being prepared can be the difference between a #successful raise and a #missed opportunity. At Katrela Ventures, we help startups at every stage with: ✔️ Financial Modeling ✔️ Investment Readiness ✔️ Investor Relations No matter where you are in your funding journey, we’ll equip you with the right tools to confidently close your round. 🚀 Confused about what’s required for your next round? Let’s simplify it #DM us your challenge today! Aaditya Jain | Katrela Ventures | Mahak Jain #StartupFunding #InvestmentReady #KatrelaVentures #GrowthStrategy #StartupSuccess

Delve into the insightful analysis on what the appropriate behaviour board members and observers should have. 📝 In our article linked below, we talk about how investor director on startup boards should act, from the perspective of an experienced angel investor. 👉 https://lnkd.in/e95wX9x5 Interested to learn more about Angel Investing? Come on down for a coffee chat session with us to find out more about how this asset class would work for you. Register your interest here: https://lnkd.in/gWNuCnWu 📖 Read more of our articles here: https://lnkd.in/emiYrqMg