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Do investors pay more attention to the paper trail or the people? ‘We're investing in relationships, not in transactions’ - Bryan Slauko, CFA, co-founding partner, Metiquity Ventures. Are you a new founder or entrepreneur who might be looking for investment one day? Here are a few tips for entrepreneurs from Metiquity Ventures co-founding Partner Bryan Slauko on what private investors often look for. With a focus on what makes people tick, Bryan speaks to what he expects from the next generation of local, early-stage companies and founders in Alberta and across the Canadian Prairies. “If it was only about money/revenue numbers, then when the going gets tough, a founder is going to leave and find something else to do that will make them more money, but founders who see a problem and market gap that they are passionate about solving and filling… (we feel confident) they aren’t going to leave or abandon ship before they reach their goal.” Read more via our blog: https://lnkd.in/gj8wNHcn #earlystage #startups #vcs #abtech #yyctech #albertatech #angelinvesting #yycnow #techsector Jacques LaPointe MBA, PEng

🏙️ One Way Ventures is top of a (short) list of Boston-area VCs that are ready to invest in startups, by the Boston Business Journal. The number of active #VC firms is dwindling across the US as the industry consolidates after the heady days of 2021 - the same is true for #Boston. Across the US, the number of active VC investors has dropped 25% compared to last year, according to #Pitchbook. But our doors are open. If you are an immigrant founder, or are interested in hearing more about our fund’s thesis that #immigrant entrepreneurs are objectively more successful, reach out. https://lnkd.in/dGCAK-vF #BostonVCs #BostonVC #VCBoston #Bostontech #Bostonstartups #startupsBoston

⚡Building Bridges: Connecting with Regional Investors⚡ Craig Bristol Dixon is a powerhouse in the venture capital and startup acceleration space. As the Cofounder and General Partner of Accelerating Asia Ventures, he's been instrumental in funding and guiding over 80 startups with a portfolio value nearing USD 1 billion. Craig will dive into: 🔹 What Regional Investors Look for When Evaluating Startups: Key criteria used by investors. 🔹 Top Three Factors: Qualities that attract investor interest. 🔹 Top Three Red Flags: Warning signs that deter investors. With his extensive background at Morgan Stanley, Citigroup, and Merrill Lynch, along with successfully cofounding and exiting Zumata, Craig's insights are a goldmine for any startup seeking regional funding. Don't miss out on this chance to learn from a leading expert! 📍 Location: Barefoot Garden Cafe 📅 Date: Jun 24, 2024 ⏰ Time: From 6pm 🔗 Register now: https://lu.ma/6n3xwppx #Startup #Entrepreneur #VentureCapital #Investor #SpikeCommunity #AcceleratingAsia

Join AdValorem Syndicate and become a part of our diverse community of aspiring entrepreneurs, accredited investors, startup enthusiasts, and experienced investors. With our expert guidance and strategic approach, we offer access to a wide range of investment opportunities in potential unicorn startups. Don't miss out on the future – join us today! #AdValoremSyndicate #InvestmentOpportunities #AspiringEntrepreneurs #AccreditedInvestors #StartupEnthusiasts #ExperiencedInvestors

How to Build Trust with Founders: Insights from a Venture Capitalist | with Ahsan Jamil, General Partner & Founder of sAi Ventures Discover how venture capitalists establish trust with founders and navigate disagreements while investing in startups. Gain valuable insights on empowering entrepreneurs and fostering healthy inertia in the world of venture-style investing. #VentureCapital #FoundersTrust #StartupInvesting #EmpoweringEntrepreneurs #BuildingTrust #Entrepreneurship #VCInsights #InvestmentStrategy #StartupEcosystem #TrustBuilding Watch complete podacast : https://lnkd.in/ekTYcwru

Why Would I Raise Money from Angel Investors? 🤔💸 Angel investors are wealthy individuals who invest $100k to $1M in early-stage startups in exchange for equity. They’re often easier to approach than VCs, as they are willing to take on higher risks to back the next big unicorn. 🦄💥 While competition is tough 🎯, securing funding from angel investors can give your startup the early boost it needs to grow! 🚀🌱 For a free consultation, visit: https://lnkd.in/esU6UK-J 👉 Join the Program https://lnkd.in/eGxp9Bf9 #AngelInvestors #StartupFunding #EarlyStageStartups #EquityInvestment #RaisingCapital #Entrepreneurship #PitchingInvestors #BusinessGrowth #InvestmentStrategy #FundingOpportunities

Why Would I Raise Money from Angel Investors? 🤔💸 Angel investors are wealthy individuals who invest $100k to $1M in early-stage startups in exchange for equity. They’re often easier to approach than VCs, as they are willing to take on higher risks to back the next big unicorn. 🦄💥 While competition is tough 🎯, securing funding from angel investors can give your startup the early boost it needs to grow! 🚀🌱 For a free consultation, visit: https://lnkd.in/esU6UK-J 👉 Join the Program https://lnkd.in/eGxp9Bf9 #AngelInvestors #StartupFunding #EarlyStageStartups #EquityInvestment #RaisingCapital #Entrepreneurship #PitchingInvestors #BusinessGrowth #InvestmentStrategy #FundingOpportunities

Top 10 fundraising resources for startup founders: 1. The essentials of a killer pitch deck by Hustle Fund: https://lnkd.in/drHRWqm8 3. How to run your first meeting with a VC: https://lnkd.in/dXwpPR94 4. How to pitch to investors by Product Market Fit: https://lnkd.in/d5NpN8yC 5. 7 Rejections by Brian Chesky: https://lnkd.in/dRmJbMbM 6. Pitch the way VCs think by Khosla Ventures: https://lnkd.in/d8BN8yXT 7. Creandum's seed Deck Template: https://lnkd.in/d2MM7txc 8. Linkedin's Series B Pitch Deck: https://lnkd.in/d_3iX2xs 9. Who makes the decision at a VC firm and how the decision gets made by Mark Suster: https://lnkd.in/dGRrV2r6 10. 20 Startup investors lists: https://lnkd.in/dUfTRwiv Credit Guillermo Flor #Startup #innovation #entrepreneurship #sustainability #investing #networking #venturecapital

"An angel investor supports startups that seek growth and a viable business model. Angels often have a history of entrepreneurship and channel their resources into promising ventures. Unlike conventional investors, angels bring more to the table than just capital." Read the entire #BackToBasics blog on the mechanics of angel investing: https://bit.ly/3OdZk9e #AngelInvestor #StartupInvesting #GrowthVentures #BusinessModel

When pitching to investors, it's not just about the product—it's about how investors see potential returns. Here's how to grab their attention: 1. Know Your Audience: Align your pitch with their investment strategy and industry focus. 2. Be Clear and Concise: Keep your message focused—no one has time for fluff. 3. Acknowledge Gaps: Confidence is key, but don’t over-promise. Investors appreciate honesty about challenges. 4. Demonstrate Growth: Show how your business is scaling and how you'll keep that momentum going. Angel investors looking for great deals and wanting to learn, invest, and grow together in a thriving community of peers—comment DEAL CLUB to join Inovexus Deal Club! #startups #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #investing #finance #crossborder #inovexus #startup #VC #earlystage