Funding - How To Raise Money And Work With An Early-Stage Investor
Funding - How To Raise Money And Work With An Early-Stage Investor
Navigating the Fundraising Maze: Your Path to Investment Success
In a landscape where less than 1% of startups secure venture capital funding, understanding how to approach investors can make or break your entrepreneurial journey.
Join us for an exclusive panel discussion designed to demystify the fundraising process and give you direct access to active early-stage investors.
Date & Time: May 22nd, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: And Co. Offices, The Forum, 1575 W. Georgia Street, Vancouver
Cost: $25+tax
Get your tickets here => https://lu.ma/Funding2025May22
What You'll Learn:
Proven strategies to attract and secure early-stage funding
How to build relationships with investors before you need capital
Creating a compelling pitch that resonates with VCs
Understanding term sheets and valuation expectations
Red flags investors look for (and how to avoid them)
Post-funding relationship management
Featured Speakers:
Abhay Ghatpande, Senior Associate @ Sprout Fund - Bringing extensive experience evaluating early-stage startups and guiding portfolio companies through growth challenges.
Bocar Dia, Partner and GM @ Forum Ventures - Leading investments in B2B SaaS companies and helping founders scale from pre-seed to Series A.
The discussion will be moderated by Kenneth Ip, CEO @ Careerin Tech Society. Kenneth has been supporting first-time founders by leading initiatives like Techstars Startup Week Vancouver, Founders Boost Vancouver accelerator, Founders Huddle and the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Institute incubator program.
Why Attend:
Beyond the invaluable insights, you'll have the opportunity to engage directly with investors during our Q&A session and networking period.
Leave with clear next steps for your funding journey and potential connections to help you get there.
Registration:
Spaces are limited to ensure quality interaction. Register by May 19th to secure your spot at this high-value event.
Don't leave your funding success to chance. Invest in yourself and your startup's future today.
Get your tickets here => https://lu.ma/Funding2025May22
Event Organizer - Careerin Tech Society
A non-profit organization that supports innovators and entrepreneurs. Innovation & Entrepreneurship Institute is a program that supports early stage startup founders in their startup building journey.
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Careerin Tech Society is proud to be an official partner of Vancouver Startup Week 2025. This event is part of the VSW 2025 calendar and is offered for free to VSW All-Access Pass holders on a first come first served basis (limited number of seats.) If you would like to purchase a VSW All-Access Pass, you can do so online at www.vanstartupweek.ca using our 20% off promo code: VSWxCareerin20