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Funded - How They Raised Millions

The tech media loves a splashy funding announcement - millions of dollars injected into a hot startup primed to become a unicorn. But what about the work behind those headlines? Host Jason Yeh, a former VC and venture-backed startup founder, talks with entrepreneurs about how they raised the capital to launch world-changing startups. Their conversations uncover incredible stories including cautionary tales, inspirational memories, and even some insightful tips. Keep up with us on social @fundedpod to learn more.


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Funded - How They Raised Millions
How to tell a story worth $140 million dollars (Zumper / Anthemos Georgiades Ep01) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.781171

Anthemos Georgiades, founder of Zumper, perfected his pitch the way most founders do: through trial and error. This show is about storytelling and all the elements that go into telling the perfe...

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Sex sells, but does it raise money? (Coral / Isharna Walsh - Ep02 ) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.778047

Investors like patterns. They’re either explicitly or subconsciously motivated to back businesses that look, sound, or feel familiar and comfortable. That’s why Isharna Walsh, founder of sexual ...

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A different type of funding and a different type of"no"(Bite / Lindsay McCormick - Ep03) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.774148

Lindsay McCormick, founder of Bite Toothpaste Bits, wants you to know there are alternatives to taking venture capital. She created a multimillion dollar business and funded its growth almost en...

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The Secret Science of Fundraising (Part 1 of 2 - Levels / Sam Corcos - Ep05) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.764272

Much like the "secret master plan" for his company Levels, Sam Corcos openly talks about what he was able to decipher when it comes to the science of fundraising. This is exciting because fundra...

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Confidence is KEY...I think? (Sora / Laura Del Beccaro - Ep07) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.755713

Laura Del Beccaro, the Founder of Sora, looks like the most VC-backable, first time founder ever. She went to a top university, was a software engineer at a scaled startup, and even did a stint ...

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Learning the Fundraising Dance (Nude Barre / Erin Carpenter - Ep14) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.696530

Erin Carpenter grew up focused on becoming an entertainer with classical training as a ballerina. Along the way, an embarrassing uniform mishap as a young dancer and continued frustrations throu...

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The Culture of Preemptive Rounds (Neuro-ID / Jack Alton - Ep18) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.665078

Jack Alton was a startup vet before he was recruited to join Neuro-ID as its CEO in 2016. His requirements to join included headquartering the company in Montana and building a remote first cult...

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Fundraising Holiday Blues (Grapevine / Emily Rasmussen - Ep20) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.658165

Fundraising for software that supports charitable giving started off as a challenge for Grapevine CEO Emily Rasmussen. After unlocking the fundraising story that would gain traction, she ran int...

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TBC: Why you should learn investor language (TBC03) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.642010

Mastering language has got to be one of the most important psychological tools anyone can utilize and benefit from - including and especially for fundraisers.

Speaking and understanding th...

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TBC: Who should set valuation? (TBC04) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.637815

There’s always a gray area when it comes to setting the valuation for a business during the fundraising process.

 

The big question is always… WHO?

 

Is it the fundraiser...

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TBC: Should I stage my VC convos in tiers? (TBC05) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.606513

When you’re at the point of scheduling meetings with investors, that’s when you’re most likely to feel overwhelmed.

Should you categorize your investors? Who should you talk to first? What...

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TBC: The benefits of intense fundraise prep (TBC06) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.603668

Have you ever wondered how essential it is to put in a lot of energy and effort into a process?

We sometimes focus so much on our end goal that we tend to forget that the preparation requi...

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TBC: The most famous pass ever (TBC16) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.557358

Rejections. Passes. Declined proposals.

 

These things are inevitable in any fundraising story - so as early as possible, it’s best to prepare yourself for what’s to come.

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TBC: Cold Intros vs. Warm Intros (TBC17) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.551863

Introductions hold incredible power in the world of fundraising.

 

Pulling a good network together and getting to know new people takes effort and time. But you know what? It’s a hun...

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Diverse Female Founders (Special Funded Ep) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.548814

Diversity hasn’t always been a major part of the world of venture capital and startups.

But founders of different ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds have started entering the market in...

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TBC: VC Anxiety - Why am I seeing this deal? (TBC20) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.536389

Ever wonder what’s the first thing that comes to mind for investors when they see your deal? Aside from curiosity, anxiety creeps up on them, too. One of the biggest anxieties that cross investor...

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The Times They Are A-Changin (Flow Club / Ricky Yean - Ep 22) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.499511

No matter how much you plan for your fundraise, you're still bound to be challenged.

 

Investors want to know that they're betting on a founder who knows his industry cold, has an in...

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TBC: Eisenhower Matrix And Health Insurance (TBC21) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.495124

Prioritizing tasks during fundraising preparation is one of the essential things a founder must stay on top of.

 

A common struggle with this is starting to work on important fundrai...

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A Bubble valuation that's not so inflated? (Bubble / Emmanuel Straschnov - Ep24) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.478459

Getting your company’s valuation right is a crucial and complex process that hugely affects the future of your company.


 

Too high? Investors might think it’s a turnoff. Too lo...

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TBC: Deck-Building: Note Cards (TBC30) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.459182

Building decks is one of the most significant steps of preparing to fundraise.

Knowing what to include and how to deliver it is key to a successful deck.

Over time, people have used ...

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Breaking the Status Quo (Lolita Taub / Ganas Ventures - Ep 26) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.448552

Community & representation. These are the two things that Lolita Taub, founder of Ganas Ventures has prioritized while building her fund.

 

Most people within venture would view the ...

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TBC: What Comes First - Calm Confidence or Investor Interest? (TBC35) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.443301

One of the most common dilemmas faced by founders in the fundraising world is the chicken and egg dynamic.

 

Much like the age-old question, founders often grapple with the challenge...

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TBC: The Role of Emotions in Pitching (TBC40) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.396430

What's the most important part of pitching your company to VCs?

 

Some think it's sharing the right numbers and statistics.

 

Others think it's about giving the investors...

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TBC: Preparing to Fundraise in a Down Market (TBC44) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.374916

We are in new times.

 

Raising money has become harder than it used to be.

 

Impressing VCs has started to feel like it's impossible.

 

Because I work with fo...

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TBC: How to Grow Your Network FAST (TBC48) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.357558

In this episode of The Back Channel, we've got a cool fundraising hack for you.

 

Ever thought about hosting networking dinners to amp up your investor connections?

 

Sur...

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TBC: Launch Before You're Ready (TBC49) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.352041

Slow and steady doesn't always win the race.

 

In this episode of The Backchannel, we dive into a unique perspective on startup success that's not just about fundraising but about bu...

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TBC: Explaining"The Money Round"(TBC53) from 2023-12-13T15:37:26.337148

In this Back Channel episode, we're diving into the elusive "money round" investors adore.

 

So what is it?

 

To sum it up, the "money round" is the round before a valuat...

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TBC: Preparing For a Pitch Competition (TBC52) from 2023-11-30T08:00

Working with founders it's safe to say Jason has seen a lot of pitches, good and bad.

 

Not to mention he himself has pitched quite a bit in his past as a VC-backed founder.

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TBC: Data Rooms - What You Need to Know (TBC51) from 2023-11-27T16:21:09

There's a lot of talk about data rooms in the startup world - but a lot of founders struggle to understand what a data room actually is.

 

In today's episode, Jason discusses their p...

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TBC: Pitching VCs Through a Screen (TBC50) from 2023-11-16T08:00

In this episode, we're unraveling the mystery behind Zoom-based pitches – a critical skill in the post-March 2020 startup landscape.

 

Jason takes us on a journey, reminiscing about ...

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TBC: Importance of CRM Systems When Fundraising (TBC47) from 2023-10-26T07:00

One of the hard truths of fundraising is that most founders don't have nearly enough investors added to their target lists.

 

Some stop at 20, others even less.

 

In all ...

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TBC: Pre-seed vs. Seed - What's the difference? (TBC46) from 2023-10-19T07:00

Pre-seed vs. seed.

 

It seems there are more and more terms coming out, but no one fully knows what they mean.

 

My guess is even most investors don't actually know the d...

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TBC: How to Handle Investor Rejection (TBC45) from 2023-10-12T07:00

Rejection.

 

It's a fundamental part of the game, even for the biggest success stories like Airbnb.

 

Rejection is tough, but it's also a chance to learn.

 

D...

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TBC: Build Your Reputation First (TBC43) from 2023-09-28T07:00

A few months ago I had a fireside chat with a successful venture backed founder and friend of mine, Daniel Hatkoff.

 

I wanted to bring him on is because like myself, he has also got...

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Down by 20? Down But Not Out... (Tiffany Kelly / Curastory - Ep 30) from 2023-09-26T07:00

Let me get something straight: fundraising is tough. You will be challenged. You will be knocked down.

 

But if you have true grit and passion for your company, not even the hardest ...

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TBC: Insights From My Trip to Brazil (TBC42) from 2023-09-21T07:00

Depending on how long you've followed me or stayed in touch with what I'm up to, some of you might not know that I fly down to Brazil at least a few times a year.

 

One reason being ...

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TBC: Work / Life Balance (TBC41) from 2023-09-14T04:00

As an entrepreneur, it is all too easy to lose yourself in your work. If you aren't careful, your entire life becomes consumed by it.

 

This is not to say you shouldn't be obsessed w...

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Becoming the Pepsi to Indeed's Coke (Lucas Martinez / Talent.com - Ep 29) from 2023-09-12T04:00

It's becoming more and more common for people to get through college and realize they still have no idea what they want out of life. On top of that, majority of the time we're too scared to do a...

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TBC: What VCs Are Saying About AI Investing (TBC39) from 2023-08-31T13:00

Ever since chatGPT was released in November of 2022, there has been a flood of other AI platforms pulling from OpenAI's original technology.

 

That being said I was so curious to kno...

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Thriving With or Without Funding (Andrew Gazdecki / Acquire.com - Ep 28) from 2023-08-29T13:00

Andrew Gazdecki might have had some successful raises (totaling over $11M) but paradoxically, he believes 99% of founders shouldn't raise.

As the founder of Acquire.com, the best online ma...

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TBC: Intros&Forwardable Emails (TBC38) from 2023-08-24T13:00

The art of introductions is something heavily ignored when founders are learning how to start their fundraising process.

 

Truth is, intros are the lifeblood of a great fundraise. Listen

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TBC: Side Letter Warning (TBC37) from 2023-08-17T16:00

Side letters are not only more complicated than they seem but dangerous to your fundraise if not properly managed.

 

Side letters, often accompanying standard agreements like safes, ...

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The Hustlers Journey (Thomas McLeod / Arkive - Ep 27) from 2023-08-15T16:00

A lot of people say that the hustle of an entrepreneur starts long before their first business. For Thomas McLeod, 5x serial entrepreneur, this couldn't be more true. Growing up, Tom never staye...

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TBC: Putting Project Management First (TBC36) from 2023-08-10T13:00

Project management - an often overlooked and unsexy aspect of fundraising.

 

Contrary to the dramatic portrayals in movies, fundraising is essentially a series of repetitive and deta...

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TBC: Post Money Cap Safes have Anti-Dilution! (TBC34) from 2023-01-31T15:00

We’re back on post-money cap SAFEs talk!

In the previous episode, we explained what it is and how it works within the fundraising process.

For this episode, Jason goes deeper as he i...

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TBC: Post Money Caps vs. Pre-money Caps (an explainer) (TBC33) from 2023-01-24T15:00


Founders are often intimidated by some of the more complex fundraising concepts.

One of these is the concept of post-money cap SAFE.

Post-money cap SAFEs can get tricky for som...

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TBC: Vulnerability in Fundraising (TBC32) from 2023-01-17T15:00

We all have stories we like to keep to ourselves for many reasons.

It’s uncomfortable to tell these stories because they may be a sign of weakness, a reminder of a terrible mistake, or a s...

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TBC: The Rollercoaster of Fundraising (TBC31) from 2023-01-10T15:00

Entering the fundraising world is one heck of a journey - a big rollercoaster ride, to be exact.

You'll face endless ups and downs, and there will be times when you don’t know what to thin...

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TBC: Chase or Be Chased? (TBC29) from 2022-12-27T15:00

Talking to investors can be gut-wrenching for founders, especially for first-timers. 

The anxiety of going up to someone, asking for money, and promising returns can shake founders up and ...

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Money Baggage in Fundraising (Shiloh Johnson / ComplYant - Ep25) from 2022-12-22T15:00

Every startup business knows that aside from expertise and skills, you also need grit and resilience when starting your company.

Building from the ground up takes a lot of effort, skills, ...

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TBC: Rest (TBC28) from 2022-12-20T15:15

Founders heavily live in "grind culture" - working long hours and setting aside various personal parts of their lives to achieve their career goals.

However, as we near the end of another ...

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TBC: How VCs are trained (TBC27) from 2022-12-15T15:00

We all have to start from somewhere small, and venture capitalists are not an exception.

They aren't magically "experts" in the field and know every twist and turn - VCs undergo training l...

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TBC: Decks as Appetizers (TBC26) from 2022-12-13T15:00

Did anybody say appetizers? We’re all in 🤤!

Appetizers are underrated and frequently overlooked, but they are no less important than the main course, don’t you think?

They get peopl...

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TBC: The ability to be great is everywhere but resources are not (TBC25) from 2022-12-13T15:00

Being a great entrepreneur is a commitment to continuous growth, learning, and experience. 

There isn’t only one profile of a great entrepreneur - it can be anyone and anywhere.

One ...

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TBC: The Importance And Fragility Of Credibility (TBC24) from 2022-11-29T15:00

The key to creating a remarkable network and achieving a successful fundraise? Credibility.

In this episode, Jason Yeh talks about credibility - how important and fragile it is when you ar...

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TBC: Explaining"this isn't venture-backable"(TBC23) from 2022-11-22T15:00

Getting constructive feedback from experienced investors has always been part of any founder’s journey.

When it comes to feedback, it’s vital that you accept this truth: your business is n...

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Being The Pattern (Stax / Suneera Madhani - Ep23) from 2022-11-17T15:00

When you are a first-time founder and fundraiser, the first thing you’ll look for is a guide.

You’ll look for successful founders in the industry you’re planning to enter, or companies tha...

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TBC: Why in-person meetings are so valuable (TBC22) from 2022-11-15T15:00

Now that the world is slowly emerging from the pandemic that transformed our lives over the past two years, it’s about time that things go back to normal.

 

Catching up in person, ta...

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TBC: The dirty secret of thesis-driven firms (TBC19) from 2022-10-20T14:00

Thesis-driven firms have been on the rise for the past few years.

These firms have a specific area of focus - one they use as a main driver for their marketing.

Because of this, some...

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TBC: Pitch The Circle (TBC18) from 2022-10-20T14:00

As founders, it’s normal to want to show investors that you are worth it - that you are an expert in your field and that your company means something.

This is the main reason why a lot of ...

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Finding The ‘Right’ Problem (Othership / Robbie Bent - Ep21) from 2022-10-20T14:00

They say the second time’s a charm - and that rings true for Robbie Bent, CEO and Co-Founder of Othership, specifically on his fundraising and founder story. Like most entrepreneurs, he had a ma...

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TBC: Rounds are going CRAZY fast... (TBC15) from 2022-04-29T14:30

Everybody has their own timeline. Some succeed early on their journey, while others go on for so long that they feel that success is too far away.

 

But the thing in entrepreneurship...

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TBC: Narrative strategies and why they're important (TBC14) from 2022-04-27T14:30

Mastering your company’s narrative is one of the most vital things that you should have when starting any business. It’s what sets you apart from all the other competitors that are trying to sol...

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TBC: You should share your wins (TBC13) from 2022-04-25T14:30

With all the social media platforms at our fingertips, everyone can stay updated about any and everything.  

 

People consume content on social media on a daily basis - and as we kno...

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TBC: FOMO - a helluva drug (TBC12) from 2022-04-22T14:30

Ever heard of a good drug?

And no, what I’m talking about is probably not what you’re thinking… it’s the fear of missing out.

In the eyes of founders and fundraisers, FOMO is a feeli...

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TBC: The mistake of over-targeting investors (TBC11) from 2022-04-20T14:30

No matter how much you prepare for something, there always comes a time when you stumble and fall.

 

Truly, mistakes are inevitable in any circumstance in our lives, but that doesn't...

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TBC: Red Flag - solution looking for problems (TBC10) from 2022-04-18T14:30

Red flags are warnings that there’s possible danger ahead - so when you see one, it’s best to turn around and change your direction.  

 

In fundraising, there are many red flags that...

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TBC: Warm up meetings with investors (TBC09) from 2022-04-15T14:30

When should you start taking meetings with investors?

If you think you should wait until you’ve already started raising money to reach out, then you’ve got it quite wrong.

Ever heard...

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TBC: The different roles at a VC (TBC08) from 2022-04-13T14:30

Adjusting to whichever investor you’re talking to is necessary to get the most out of any conversation. Understanding where they are coming from will help you know exactly what approach to use.<...

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TBC: Fundraising like a salesperson (TBC07) from 2022-04-11T14:30

Selling. Fundraising. Selling. Fundraising.  

Are they related? What’s the connection? Is the knowledge of one a requirement for the other?

In today’s episode, Jason expounds on thes...

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TBC: A thought on decks and appendices (TBC02) from 2022-03-30T14:30

One of the most vital processes before facing investors is building the perfect pitch deck.

 

There is a tough balance to find with decks.  You don’t want to be too short and  lack t...

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TBC: Don't Be A Science Project (TBC01) from 2022-03-28T14:30

Are you a problem looking for a solution, or a solution looking for a problem?

Pondering on this is vital for entrepreneurs, especially for first timers who are just establishing the core ...

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TRAILER: What is The Backchannel (TBC) from 2022-03-26T03:45

Distinct insights, actionable steps, and juicy secrets behind the closed doors of fundraising - from an insider who has experienced both investing as a VC and raising money as a founder. 

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Announcement: What's New? from 2022-03-24T05:00

We've got some exciting news to tell! Hear the latest updates revolving around our podcast - what's new and what's to come. Stay tuned for the upcoming weeks!

 

If you're looking for...

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How to tell a story worth $140 million dollars (Zumper) from 2022-02-21T08:16:00.539783

Anthemos Georgiades, founder of Zumper, perfected his pitch the way most founders do: through trial and error. This show is about storytelling and all the elements that go into telling the perfect ...

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Sex sells, but does it raise money? (Coral) from 2022-02-21T08:16:00.538714

Investors like patterns. They’re either explicitly or subconsciously motivated to back businesses that look, sound, or feel familiar and comfortable. That’s why Isharna Walsh, founder of sexual wel...

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A different type of funding and a different type of "no" (Bite) from 2022-02-21T08:16:00.537986

Lindsay McCormick, founder of Bite Toothpaste Bits, wants you to know there are alternatives to taking venture capital. She created a multimillion dollar business and funded its growth almost entir...

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The Secret Science of Fundraising (Part 1 of 2 - Levels) from 2022-02-21T08:16:00.536351

Much like the "secret master plan" for his company Levels, Sam Corcos openly talks about what he was able to decipher when it comes to the science of fundraising. This is exciting because fundraisi...

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Confidence is KEY...I think? (Sora) from 2022-02-21T08:16:00.500654

Laura Del Beccaro, the Founder of Sora, looks like the most VC-backable, first time founder ever. She went to a top university, was a software engineer at a scaled startup, and even did a stint at ...

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Learning the Fundraising Dance (Nude Barre) from 2022-02-21T08:16:00.395233

Erin Carpenter grew up focused on becoming an entertainer with classical training as a ballerina. Along the way, an embarrassing uniform mishap as a young dancer and continued frustrations througho...

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If at First You Don't Succeed (Humming Homes / Adeel Malick - Ep19) from 2021-11-23T21:51:30

Adeel Malick, the co-founder and CEO of Humming Homes, had the perfect background to start a company and lead a fundraise.  Experience at startup studios, an MBA, and stints at top venture capit...

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Catching a Steady Wave ? (SteadyMD) from 2021-10-27T01:22:57

In 2016, Guy Friedman was a successful startup founder with an exit. Most would think that would make raising money for his next company SteadyMD a breeze. Instead, none of his prior investors dec...

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Catching a Steady Wave 🏄(SteadyMD / Guy Friedman - Ep17) from 2021-10-27T01:22:57

In 2016, Guy Friedman was a successful startup founder with an exit.  Most would think that would make raising money for his next company SteadyMD a breeze. Instead, none of his prior investors ...

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The Secret Science of Fundraising (REMIX: Levels / Sam Corcos - Ep16) from 2021-10-13T05:18:31

Our most  popular Funded interview from Season 1 was an incredible 2-part episode where Sam Corcos, the CEO of levels talked about his scientific approach to fundraising.  As more people ask abo...

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The Foreign Language of Fundraising (Cobli) from 2021-09-21T14:00

Parker Treacy created his first successful company in the United States without raising ventures capital. For his second company, he would need to learn two completely foreign languages to be succe...

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The Foreign Language of Fundraising (Cobli / Parker Treacy - Ep15) from 2021-09-21T14:00

Parker Treacy created his first successful company in the United States without raising ventures capital. For his second company, he would need to learn two completely foreign languages to be su...

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Investor Psychology 101 (Givingli / Nicole Emrani Green - Ep13) from 2021-08-24T21:44:03

Nicole Emrani Green's journey from the rambunctious daughter of Persian immigrants to venture-backed CEO has had many twists and turns. Surprisingly, her first career in psychotherapy gave her s...

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Investor Psychology 101 (Givingli) from 2021-08-24T21:44:03

Nicole Emrani Green's journey from the rambunctious daughter of Persian immigrants to venture-backed CEO has had many twists and turns. Surprisingly, her first career in psychotherapy gave her some...

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Stayin'Alive 🎶(Omaze / Matt Pohlson - Ep12) from 2021-08-10T22:46:57

Matt Pohlson, co-founder and CEO of Omaze, has had one of the most death defying startup journeys ever. Time and time again, his company has been on the brink of death, only to be saved by Matt’...

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Stayin' Alive ?(Omaze) from 2021-08-10T22:46:57

Matt Pohlson, co-founder and CEO of Omaze, has had one of the most death defying startup journeys ever. Time and time again, his company has been on the brink of death, only to be saved by Matt’s p...

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Networking hard or hardly networking? (HMBradley) from 2021-07-27T15:06:57

Zach Bruhnke, co-founder and CEO of HMBradley, had a shot at startup glory with his first fintech company Spout. After investor skepticism caused him to throw in the towel, he vowed not to have his...

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Networking hard or hardly networking? (HMBradley / Zach Bruhnke - Ep11) from 2021-07-27T15:06:57

Zach Bruhnke, co-founder and CEO of HMBradley, had a shot at startup glory with his first fintech company Spout. After investor skepticism caused him to throw in the towel, he vowed not to have ...

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From YC darling to fundraising powerhouse (Vanta) from 2021-07-27T14:20

For the three years between her graduation from Y-Combinator to her splashy $50MM Series A raise from Sequoia, Christina Cacioppo and her company Vanta kept a low profile. Back in 2018, they had be...

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Good fundraising for a “good business” (ChargerHelp!) from 2021-07-27T14:20

Kameale Terry never wanted to be an entrepreneur, but eventually a problem she saw first hand in the electric vehicle industry drew her into starting ChargerHelp! From the beginning, she was less c...

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Funded - How They Raised Millions
From YC darling to fundraising powerhouse (Vanta / Christina Cacioppo - Ep10) from 2021-07-27T14:20

For the three years between her graduation from Y-Combinator to her splashy $50MM Series A raise from Sequoia, Christina Cacioppo and her company Vanta kept a low profile. Back in 2018, they had...

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Funded - How They Raised Millions
Good fundraising for a “good business” (ChargerHelp! / Kameale Terry - Ep09) from 2021-07-27T14:20

Kameale Terry never wanted to be an entrepreneur, but eventually a problem she saw first hand in the electric vehicle industry drew her into starting ChargerHelp! From the beginning, she was les...

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Funded Season 2 Trailer from 2021-07-16T07:00

Funded Season 2 launches on July 27, 2021. Listen for a sneak preview into what to expect in this exciting new season.

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Acting like a master fundraiser (Yac) from 2021-02-16T14:00

Before starting Yac, Justin Mitchell had zero network in venture capital, didn’t know the insider terms, and was based out of small town Florida. None of this would point to someday raising a Serie...

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Funded - How They Raised Millions
Acting like a master fundraiser (Yac / Justin Mitchell - Ep08) from 2021-02-16T14:00

Before starting Yac, Justin Mitchell had zero network in venture capital, didn’t know the insider terms, and was based out of small town Florida. None of this would point to someday raising a Se...

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F&F Round: 2020 Funding Trends with Russ Heddleston of DocSend (FF01) from 2021-01-21T05:40

This is Funded's first ever Friends & Family Round! With so many listeners asking questions about things they hear in episodes or about the fundraising market in general, we decided to launch th...

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The Secret Science of Fundraising (Part 2 of 2 - Levels / Sam Corcos - Ep06) from 2021-01-19T12:00

From the start of our conversation with Sam Corcos from Levels, it was obvious there was too much sauce for just one episode. In this second half of our 2-part series, Sam begins by sharing deta...

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Funded - How They Raised Millions
The Secret Science of Fundraising (Part 2 of 2 - Levels) from 2021-01-19T12:00

From the start of our conversation with Sam Corcos from Levels, it was obvious there was too much sauce for just one episode. In this second half of our 2-part series, Sam begins by sharing details...

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Funded - How They Raised Millions
From rags to riches (Goodfair / Topper Luciani - Ep04 ) from 2020-12-22T12:00

Have you ever heard the advice “dress for the job you want not the one you have”? For Topper Luciani, that was tough advice to follow because it meant wearing an old t-shirt from Goodwill even w...

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Funded - How They Raised Millions
From rags to riches (Goodfair) from 2020-12-22T12:00

Have you ever heard the advice “dress for the job you want not the one you have”? For Topper Luciani, that was tough advice to follow because it meant wearing an old t-shirt from Goodwill even whil...

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Coming Soon: Funded from 2020-10-15T01:25:02

In this trailer, hear the background for what will be an amazing season of conversations that show what it takes to get a startup funded.

Intriguing quotes from the founders of Zumper, Fam...

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