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How to raise $2M in equity-free grant funding
How to raise $2M in equity-free grant funding

In this post, we will share key information about existing grant options that are available to founders in the UK, EU, and US, so you can maximize your chances of success.

By Hemal Bhagwan| June 21, 2023
JC Carey's journey to $100M revenue & the BridgeCom exit
JC Carey's journey to $100M revenue & the BridgeCom exit

American entrepreneur JC Carey grew his telecom startup BridgeCom to 100M+ in revenue, then sold it in in 2004. Next, JC went on to build 3 more startups, including his current fintech Welspot. Today we discuss his founder journey so that you can better navigate your own.

By JC Carey Shaun Gold| May 29, 2023
OpenVC Pitch Deck Roast #4 with Nilima Achwal
OpenVC Pitch Deck Roast #4 with Nilima Achwal

Our special guest and experienced investor Nilima Achwal roasted 3 pitch decks of consenting startups in the presence of Roastmaster General Shaun Gold.

By Shaun Gold Nilima Achwal| May 29, 2023
How Nick Telson Achieved a $30M Exit for Design My Night
How Nick Telson Achieved a $30M Exit for Design My Night

British entrepreneur Nick Telson sold his startup Design My Night in 2017. He went on to become a successful tech investors with 50+ checks signed worldwide. Today we discuss his journey in the venture world, from startup to a $30M exit and beyond.

By Shaun Gold| May 8, 2023
How Indian startups can navigate the funding winter
How Indian startups can navigate the funding winter

The startup ecosystem in India has been gaining impetus over the last few years and is touted to grow stronger even in the face of these uncertain times. Here’s how Indian startups can plan to survive and nurture success through this funding winter.

By Vittal Ramakrishna| May 8, 2023
OpenVC Pitch Deck Roast #3 with Nick Telson
OpenVC Pitch Deck Roast #3 with Nick Telson

Special guest investor Nick Telson roasted 3 pitch decks of consenting startups in the presence of Roastmaster General Shaun Gold.

By Stéphane Nasser| May 8, 2023
How to prepare your cap table for seed funding
How to prepare your cap table for seed funding

A cap table is a document that defines the company's ownership structure; it is where investors are listed, shares are assigned, and ownership percentages are calculated. The purpose of this article is to outline the basic structure of a well-maintained cap table.

By Grace Dandan| April 25, 2023
2023 study: Practices of European venture capitalists
2023 study: Practices of European venture capitalists

Discover the most massive study on European Venture Capitalists. Learn how Euro VCs investment process, deal flow, term sheets, syndication, valuation techniques, value add and more.

By Stéphane Nasser| April 17, 2023