Discover a unique opportunity to enhance fundraising skills for startups. This online program is designed for entrepreneurs at various stages, whether they have a business idea or are actively seeking investment at the MVP stage.
- Participants can gain valuable insights on securing funds during the PRE-SEED and SEED stages.
- For those with an existing startup, strategies to attract additional funding in SEED and SERIES A, B, C rounds will be shared, involving amounts ranging from $10,000 to $50 million.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
1. FUNDRAISING STRATEGIES
- Explore effective bootstrapping techniques and understand their application for startup funding.
- Learn methods to self-fund a startup through equity or convertible debt.
2. ENGAGING PROFESSIONAL INVESTORS
- Understand the importance of connecting with professional investors for significant growth.
- Identify different categories of investors, including Angels, VCs, and PEs.
- Discover optimal strategies for outreach and engagement with professional investors.
- Learn essential dos and don’ts when dealing with investors to maximize funding opportunities.
- Examine various proposals and alternatives to present to investors for effective fundraising.
- Gain insights into investor psychology and what motivates them to fund startups.
ANGEL INVESTORS (UP TO $1 MILLION)
- Understand the prerequisites and psychological factors essential for attracting angel investors.
- Learn the investment process and how to tailor presentations to meet their expectations.
- Strategies for utilizing an angel investor's network to accelerate startup growth.
VENTURE CAPITALISTS (ABOVE $5 MILLION)
- Explore the process of engaging with VCs and the best practices for successful interactions.
- Delve into the decision-making frameworks used by VCs to evaluate investment opportunities.
PRIVATE EQUITY (HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS)
- Learn how to navigate the complexities of fundraising from private equity investors.
- Identify the specific investment dynamics that private equity investors are looking for.
3. UNDERSTANDING INVESTMENT DOCUMENTATION
- Gain knowledge about essential documents needed by investors, including pitch decks and term sheets.
- Discover potential pitfalls to avoid once a term sheet is signed and how to manage post-investment relationships.
4. CROWDFUNDING TECHNIQUES
- Learn the dos and don’ts of crowdfunding strategies for startups.
- Understand key factors that affect the long-term viability of a startup when utilizing crowdfunding.
5. PRESALES STRATEGY (MVP)
- Discover how to generate sales before product release and strategies to avoid common pitfalls.
6. SOURCING FUNDS FROM INSTITUTIONS
- Explore various financial and non-financial institutions that can support startup funding needs.
- Strategies on leveraging institutional terms to secure funding.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
LAKSHMAN SINGH, an angel investor and startup mentor with over a decade of experience in fund management, offers insights into effective investment and mentoring strategies.
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/iamlakshmansingh
Facebook: facebook.com/iamlakshmansingh
Email: Connect@LakshmanSingh.com
Website: lakshmansingh.com
Join this comprehensive session to equip yourself with essential knowledge and skills for successful startup fundraising.