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We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Angel Syndicate, 1248 Angels, led by our passionate Co-Founders and Syndicate Leads, Jewel Walker and De'Havia Stewart. We are dedicated to empowering the next generation of innovative startups. Our diverse network of experienced investors, including seasoned entrepreneurs and industry experts, is here to provide startups with the capital and mentorship they need to succeed. 📈 Our Investment Focus: • Emerging Technology: Backing startups with cutting-edge solutions. • Founder Market Fit: Supporting visionary founders with deep market understanding. • Strong Traction: Seeking startups with proven market demand. • Big Ideas: Prioritizing ventures with transformative potential. 🌟 Highlighted Deals: 1. Backpack Healthcare: Increasing access to mental health therapy for children on Medicaid. 2. Upwardli: Providing B2B infrastructure for fintechs to enable credit building for consumers. Join us and be part of this exciting journey! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ecmP93sT

Ever wondered how to capture a venture capitalist's attention or what their approach is to vertical markets, capital-efficient growth, and the characteristics of a resilient software company? Don't miss out on this opportunity today from 5:30 to 7:30 PM as we host Isaac Souweine, Partner at Pender Ventures who’ll be offering his take and expertise on that and much more. Isaac brings a wealth of experience from his time as a partner at Real Ventures, his leadership at FounderFuel and his influential roles at companies like Sonder Inc., Frank And Oak and Yahoo making him a prominent figure in our startup community. On the agenda: the focus will be on Pender Ventures' thesis around vertical markets, capital-efficient growth, and building resilient software companies which includes topics like: 🔸Common pitching mistakes 🔸Key traits VCs seek in startups 🔸Building startups without external funding 🔸Critical steps from idea to execution 🔸AI's impact on the startup world 🔸Creating a competitive edge in a crowded market If funding is on your mind as a team or cofounder of a high tech startup, or if you're simply eager to meet Isaac and talk funding, don't miss this opportunity. This event is sure to spark some great conversation so grab your seat now before they're gone—space is limited! There’s still time, register here: https://lnkd.in/eaMzX9FY. #District3Events #D3Community #hightechstartups #VentureCapital #Funding Jean-David Begin, Xavier-Henri Hervé, Corinne Charette, Fintech Cadence Concordia University, Antoine Riachi, Serge Habis

🚀 Unleash Your Startup's Potential with TD Ventures! 🚀 Looking to make a lasting impression on investors? Join PitchX and let us help you craft a pitch deck that shines bright like a diamond! 🔮 Crystal-Clear Guidance: Our team of experts will provide personalized guidance to refine your pitch deck and make it irresistible to investors. 💼 Unlock Investor Connections: Gain access to a network of over 100 investors eager to discover the next big thing. 🚀 Launch Your Success: Secure 5 guaranteed investor meetings and a free presentation slot at the Great Unicorn Show, propelling your startup to new heights. Ready to elevate your pitch and attract the investment your startup deserves? Join PitchX today! Visit www.tdventures.in for more details and email your pitch deck to [email protected] to get started. #TDVentures #StartupSuccess #PitchPerfect #InvestorConnections #GreatUnicornShow #ElevateYourStartup

Altitude Accelerator’s Fall 2024 Investor Readiness cohort successfully graduated! 🔥👏 Muhammad Hadi, CEO of XRev Studio described his experience: “Participating in the Investor Readiness Program with Altitude Accelerator was a transformative experience for me as a tech founder. While I have a strong technical background, the program helped me identify and address critical business gaps. It provided practical insights into investor expectations, financial planning, and go-to-market strategies, enabling me to better position my startup, XRev Studio, for growth." "The mentorship sessions were particularly valuable, offering guidance on pitching to investors, refining our value proposition, and understanding market dynamics. Through this program, I gained a deeper understanding of scaling strategies, customer acquisition, and revenue models, which were previously outside my core expertise. The difference in our business planning and overall confidence, from where we were before the program to where we are now, is remarkable. It equipped me with the knowledge and tools needed to balance technical innovation with solid business acumen, making XRev Studio more attractive for investment and better prepared for long-term success.”  🔗 Read the full blog here: https://hubs.ly/Q02W4BXM0 #FounderTestimonial  #Startups #AltitudeAccelerator #Investment #Founders

Having trouble getting that investment for your startup? Feeling stuck? Got lots of questions, right? We’re putting together a fantastic live ASK ME ANYTHING session in Melbourne, just for you, the founders. You’ll have the chance to ask your burning questions to a panel of three incredibly experienced investors. They know how to get the money you need to grow. And when you come along – so can you. Don’t miss it. https://hubs.ly/Q02Jm0070

Microsoft for Startups is proud to team up with Collide Capital and Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center for the upcoming Crush Your Fundraise: Collide Capital + Nasdaq Founder Bootcamp during SF Tech Week! This session is specifically designed to empower underrepresented minority (URM) founders as they navigate their fundraising journey from pre-seed to Series A. In addition to valuable insights and strategies, we’re excited to host an impromptu demo day, giving founders the opportunity to pitch directly to investors. #sftechweek #startups #vcs #techweek #ai #microsoft #microsoftforstartups

🌟 Insights from yesterday’s workshop with AION Accelerate: Which Investor Type Fits Your Start-up? Yesterday, we had an enriching workshop with AION Accelerate on investor types for start-ups. The experts Kevin Keck and Erik Liebetrau discussed how to identify and approach the right investors. 💡Key takeaways: Not every investor is the perfect match, thorough preparation is crucial, and enthusiasm combined with compelling storytelling are keys to success. Money isn't everything – the expertise and network of investors are crucial. A big thank you to the speakers for their valuable insights! We look forward to the Life Science Valley Investor Days, where our start-ups will engage in one-on-one discussions with suitable investors to showcase their projects and forge partnerships. 🚀 #Investment #Startups #LifeSciences

"🚀 20 Days Left till Pitch Perfect Season 3! 🎤 Calling all startups and investors—your opportunity to connect, collaborate, and secure funding is just around the corner! Don't miss out on this game-changing event. 👉 Sign up to be a member for your chance to be one of the select startups pitching live on stage to a room full of investors! This could be your big break. sign up now! https://lnkd.in/gjyrQhzB #PitchPerfectSeason3 #StartupFunding #Networking #InnovateToElevate #PitchToInvestors"

Funding A Startup: How to Raise Your First Round of Funding Securing your first round of capital can be daunting, but here’s how to approach it: 1) Know Your Investors: Angel investors often fund early-stage startups, while VCs look for high-growth potential. 2) Prepare a Solid Pitch: Highlight the problem, your solution, market opportunity, and why your team is best positioned to execute. 3) Seed-Stage Valuation: Valuations at this stage are subjective—focus on leadership quality, intellectual property, and market timing. 4) Hit Milestones: Achieving clear progress with seed capital sets you up for a successful Series A. PS. check out 🔔 for a winning pitch deck the template created by Silicon Valley legend, Peter Thiel https://lnkd.in/ejp-Bhnu

Prepare a Solid #Pitch: Highlight the #problem, your #solution, #market #opportunity, and why your team is best positioned to execute.... I would also do two other things. Hone your 1 minute elevator pitch and prepare a one pager pdf of your pitch that you can follow up with - by whatsapp if possible...emails are so clunky.....!!! #startups #founders #tgif