Navigating Fundraising Challenges for Fintech Companies
We have limited spots available (up to 100 people), and we’re reviewing applications to make sure the event is a great fit for everyone attending. If you’re truly interested in connecting with fellow founders and contributing to a supportive community, we’d love to see you there!
Event registration closes 48 hours before the event start time. Check-in is strictly within 1 hour of the event start time. Late arrivals may not be allowed entry.
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Join us for an in-depth panel discussion on Navigating Fundraising Challenges for Fintech Companies, tailored specifically for startups in the fintech ecosystem. This event will bring together experienced voices in fintech to explore the unique hurdles fintech founders face when raising capital. From regulatory complexities to investor expectations and competition in a fast-evolving market, we’ll dig into the real issues that impact fintech fundraising.
Panelists:
- Johnnie Martin, Investor in early stage fintech companies at Augmentum Fintech. At Augmentum he works with a range of companies across the portfolio including Tide, Artificial Labs and LoopFX. Prior to joining Augmentum, Johnnie worked in Private Equity and qualified as a Chartered Accountant with PwC.
- Stella Buhalis, Investor in Seed-Series A for Nauta, a Pan-European B2B Software fund where her thematic focuses include FinTech, InsureTech and Future of Work. Prior to Nauta, Stella worked Gaia, a start-up at the intersection of FinTech and Healthcare. She primarily worked with the Operations and supported their US launch through strategic research on their employer go-to-market approach.
- Daniel Rose, Co-Founder & CEO of Doshi, a gamified financial education platform partnering with leading banks and fintechs to make learning about money engaging and rewarding. His mission is to help people of all ages build confidence in managing their finances. Doshi is backed by prominent investors, including Calm/Storm, APX, and Hansi Hansmann. Before Doshi, Daniel spent over six years in corporate innovation and invested in multiple venture-backed start-ups as an angel investor.
- James Fell, the CEO and Founder of Credit Canary, a decisioning platform designed to help consumer credit lenders make informed decisions throughout the credit lifecycle. With over 15 years of experience driving growth in digital businesses, James has held leadership roles in both startups and scaleups. He holds an Executive MBA from Bayes Business School, specializing in corporate finance, strategy, and operations. James is passionate about using technology to enhance financial outcomes and brings expertise in operations, strategy, and innovation to the financial services industry.
Our panel of experts will share insights on the strategies that work, how to align with investor priorities, and practical tips for successfully navigating each stage of the fundraising journey. Whether you’re gearing up for a seed round or preparing for Series A, this discussion is a chance to gain valuable knowledge, ask questions, and connect with fellow fintech founders and potential investors.
Stay after the panel for coffee, drinks, and some light bites, provided by our partner Google Cloud, and engage with others who are also driving innovation in fintech. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your fundraising approach and build connections in the fintech community.
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