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In Biocom California CEO/Founder’s Network session “From Presentation to Pay-off: Anatomy of a Winning Investor Pitch” last Thursday, Waterhouse’s Kimberly Kraemer had the opportunity to sit down with TPG’s Carolyn Ng for an inside look at what makes a pitch truly stand out through the eyes of an investor. Carolyn gave great insight into a simple fact we often forget: Venture Capitalists are real people with full calendars. Like any human interaction, leaving the best impression starts with having an open conversation that takes them along a journey and connects to not just their head, but also their heart. Here are some takeaways from the conversation.

Conviction seals the deal. When pitching to investors, whether on platforms like Sharktank or in one-on-one meetings, founders get to tell their startup's mission story and invite investment. The follow-up questionaire round is an opportunity founders to respond to investors' doubts & skepticisms. Every reponse is a step towards establishing conviction that the founder is not just passionate but capable. No conviction, no deal. For several occasions, when a founder isn't present to answer the follow-up question, A strategic investor deck must anticipate potential doubts, and answer them within the flow of the deck. For founders working on their pitch decks, have you been considering the possible doubts & concerns investors have about your business? #investorpitch #businessstorytelling #pitchdecks

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 I'm thrilled to announce that I'll be speaking at SuperVenture 2024 in Berlin. Join me for a deep dive into the evolving world of LP dynamics! 📅 Panel Discussion: "Where are LPs putting their capital?" 📍 Location: Berlin 🗓️ Date: 4-6 June 2024 We'll explore critical questions facing the industry today: 🔹 How are government-backed and private LPs allocating capital? 🔹 What investments are being made in diverse teams, and how is diversity being evaluated within VC funds? 🔹 Are LPs examining their own diversity practices? Hope this panel provides a unique perspective on the strategies that shape the future of LPs & VCs. Looking forward to sharing insights and connecting with fellow investors. #SuperVenture #VentureCapital #InvestmentTrends #DiversityInVC 💼🚀

Great opportunity to hear from experienced Angel Investors, Startups who have received Angel Investing and many others, make sure to sign up today! Full details below

#StartUPSchool #Topic2: Pitch deck preparation Through extensive research and experience with venture capital events and funding rounds, we understand what VCs and investors expect. To help you succeed, we’ve created an optimal pitch deck format. This format highlights the key elements investors look for and effectively communicates your business potential and vision. By following the below structure, you can present your company in the best light and increase your chances of securing funding. Attached is one of our past pitch deck for your reference, covering: - Company Purpose - Problem - Solution - Why Now - Market Size - Competition - Product Details - Business Model/ROI - Financials - Team

Pre-seed and seed stage investors: Today I'm making 152 intros based on requests from investors who attended our 53rd pre-seed/seed stage deal flow call this week. 54 companies shared on the call had intro requests, from VCs, FO's and angel investors alike. If you'd like to get involved and share/see some quality early stage deals, shoot me an email at mike@mikemaccombie.com, with the exact title "Pre-Seed Deal Call #54"

And, for 15 years we’ve held true to that course through excellent deal flow, fine-tuned due diligence, openness to syndicated deals, support for portfolio companies, and member engagement. Learn more about one of the Midwest’s most active angel investing groups here: https://lnkd.in/gzueadG VisionTech Partners | VisionTech Angels Indiana Economic Development Corporation TechPoint Angel Capital Association Venture Club of Indiana, Inc. #IndianaAngelInvesting #MidwestAngelInvesting Purdue Innovates

📝 Are you moving from Seed to Series A? Building your operating plan at this stage can be daunting. How do you write out all your goals clearly, concisely, and in a way that will resonate with investors? Below are 5 things you’ll want to include. In their Seed to Series A Playbook, Next47 Global Managing Partner Lak Ananth and Venture Partner William Smith give founders a full guide to creating a solid operating plan. Click here to find more line items to cover: https://bit.ly/43PXeTm

With Dr. Brandon Guthrie, General Partner at Shatranj Capital, we explore the strategic world of Private Equity. This episode is packed with expert advice on market commercialization, brand essence marketing, and the key differences between Private Equity and Venture Capital. Don't miss out on this masterclass in scaling businesses globally! 🎧Link in Bio #dubaibusiness #dubaistartups #dubaibusinesssetup #uaebusiness #privateequity

Approaching investors or funders can be daunting. Our next On The Business workshop will give you the tools and practice you need to approach this with confidence. 🙌 In the session, you will: 🔹 Discover different funding options from grants to venture capital 🔹 Determine how much capital you will need and when you will need it 🔹 Identify target investors or funders and develop your approach plan 🔹 Perfect your pitch and effectively communicate your vision 🔹 Understand term sheets and valuation methodologies There are still a few spaces available (we keep these sessions small to ensure everyone gets the help they need). REGISTER NOW 👉 https://zurl.co/Y3Lk Callaghan Innovation WellingtonNZ