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Funded - How They Raised Millionsactive

Publisher |: Ad.ventures

Media Type |: audio

Podknife tags |: Business,; Entrepreneurship,; Interview,; Personal Journals,; Startups

Categories Via RSS |: Business,; Education,; Entrepreneurship,; Investing,; Self-Improvement

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.

Funded is presented by our good friends at Vanta, the leading automated security and compliance platform.

People |: Jason Yeh (@jayyeh)
Country Of Origin |: USA
Produced In |: Los Angeles, CA
Premiere Date |: 2020-10-15
Frequency |: Periodic
Explicit |: No

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118 Available Episodes (118 Total) / Average duration: 00:22:41

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118 Available Episodes (118 Total)Average duration: 00:22:41

Apr 25, 2024

00:03:53

In this episode of the Back Channel, we explore the importance of addressing competition during investor meetings. Drawing on an analogy from the hosts undergrad economics class, he emphasizes the significance of positioning oneself confidently alongside competitors and calmly articulating one's unique value proposition. Rather than avoiding the conversation, address the competition with calm confidence, focusing on your strengths and differentiation. It's all about owning your narrative and demonstrating why your direction is superior.

If you're looking for more fundraising content, grab our weekly newsletter packed full of strategies and insights around how to raise money: fundedpod.com/newsletter

Apr 23, 2024

01:02:25

There's a quote from Abraham Lincoln that always really speaks to me: "Give me 6 hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first 4 sharpening my axe." It's become a mantra of sorts for me, especially when it comes to fundraising. I share it with all of the founders I work with because it encapsulates a fundamental truth: the preparation before the task is key.

In my experience, the ease of a fundraising journey is directly proportional to the groundwork laid beforehand. Those lightning-fast fundraises? They're not just luck; they're the culmination of years, even decades, of relationship-building and experience.

Take today's guest, Scott Kriz. As the co-founder and CEO of SGNL, he raised over $22M in less than 2 years, drawing on a decade of industry know-how. But this success wasn't overnight. Scott had already navigated the fundraising landscape with his previous venture, Bitium, where he secured $15M in VC funding before its acquisition by Google in 2017.

Scott's journey underscores the importance of early struggles in paving the way for future triumphs. This episode is filled with knowledge, so make sure to listen till the very end!

If you're looking for more fundraising content, grab our weekly newsletter packed full of strategies and insights around how to raise money: fundedpod.com/newsletter

Apr 18, 2024

00:05:32

In this episode of The Backchannel, host Jason Yeh delves into the world of junior VCs and their path to becoming venture capitalists. Drawing from his own experience at Greycroft and the hiring processes, he emphasizes the significance of technical backgrounds, industry connections, and experience in fields like consulting or banking. Venture capital firms prioritize hiring from networks with access to potential deals and founders, highlighting the importance of networking in this industry. Ultimately, understanding these hiring practices provides valuable insights for aspiring venture capitalists.

If you're looking for more fundraising content, grab our weekly newsletter packed full of strategies and insights around how to raise money: fundedpod.com/newsletter

Apr 11, 2024

00:07:46

Dilution is one of those things that a lot of founders seem to 'lightly' understand.

That's why in today's episode, Jason breaks down a step-by-step example of how dilution actually works.

Discover the significance of understanding dilution and its impact on ownership over your company.

See you next week on The Backchannel!

If you're looking for more fundraising content, grab our weekly newsletter packed full of strategies and insights around how to raise money: fundedpod.com/newsletter

Apr 09, 2024

00:58:27

Bootstrapping and raising venture capital are two different beasts. Bootstrapping gives you control, but growth is slower. Venture capital speeds things up, but you have to give up some control. There is, however, one thing they both have in common: each requires a leap of faith.

Today's guest is pretty unique. She's someone who's gotten to experience building both types of companies - one bootstrapped, one venture backed.

That guest is Guta Tolmasquim, founder and CEO of Purple Metrics, which recently closed their first institutional round of capital, a $1.2M pre-seed led by Astella, one of the top venture firms in Brazil! But before Purple Metrics, Guta founded Brand Gym, a company she bootstrapped and built all by herself.

As you can imagine, the transition to building a venture backed company was... interestingIn this episode, we get to learn about how Guta ended up closing her $1.2M pre-seed round and just how powerful building your network really is.

If you're looking for more fundraising content, grab our weekly newsletter packed full of strategies and insights around how to raise money: fundedpod.com/newsletter

Apr 04, 2024

00:06:45

A lot of people tend to forget that the pre-seed round in venture capital is still relatively new.

In today's episode, we talk about how the pre-seed round came about, and how it's changed since moving farther away from the bull markets back in 2020 and 2021. One of those changes being the need for investors to see traction earlier and earlier before investing.

Make sure to watch the full episode to hear all the insights around pre-seed rounds!

If you're looking for more fundraising content, grab our weekly newsletter packed full of strategies and insights around how to raise money: fundedpod.com/newsletter

Mar 28, 2024

00:04:27

Have you ever heard of the quote "The safest way to get what you want is to deserve what you want"?It was said by the legendary investor Charlie Munger, and in todays episode we're going to talk about how you can apply that same understanding to fundraising as a startup founder.Get ready to listen along and ask yourself to answer hard truths about yourself and your company. See you next week on The Backchannel!

If you're looking for more fundraising content, grab our weekly newsletter packed full of strategies and insights around how to raise money: fundedpod.com/newsletter

Mar 26, 2024

01:05:13

Most of us have heard the saying "good things don't come easy", and I'd be willing to argue that the majority of people agree with that statement on some level. But sometimes, good things do come easy and THEN they get harder. And it's in those pivotal moments where you really get to see what you're capable of. That was the case for today's guest Mohak Nahta - founder and CEO of Atlys - a company he started as a side project to solve his own problem of getting his visa on time when traveling.In today's episode, we get to hear the story behind not only Mohaks most recent $12M Series A but also his experience raising his $4M Seed round. Grab your notebook, because this guest is dropping all the fundraising knowledge!

If you're looking for more fundraising content, grab our weekly newsletter packed full of strategies and insights around how to raise money: fundedpod.com/newsletter

Mar 21, 2024

00:07:24

Hello & welcome back to The Backchannel! Today, we're diving into a topic that's often overshadowed in the frenzy of fundraising: whether or not to announce your round.Drawing from the hosts own experiences and observations, he'll guide you through some of the complexities involved in making this decision. Join us as we dissect the strategic implications and weigh the pros and cons, offering practical insights for founders charting their course in the startup landscape.See you next week!

If you're looking for more fundraising content, grab our weekly newsletter packed full of strategies and insights around how to raise money: fundedpod.com/newsletter

Mar 14, 2024

00:09:16

The truth is - most first-time fundraisers underestimate all that goes into fundraising and the support you need to make it through.

In this episode, Jason touches on 7 different emotional and tactical forms of support every founder should be aware of before jumping into a fundraise.

Make sure to watch the full episode so you don't miss any!

See you next week on The Backchannel.

If you're looking for more fundraising content, grab our weekly newsletter packed full of strategies and insights around how to raise money: fundedpod.com/newsletter

Apr 25 | 00:03:53

TBC: Addressing Competition With Investors (TBC73)

Apr 23 | 01:02:25

The Story Behind SGNL Raising $22M in 2 Years (Scott Kriz / SGNL - Ep 39)

Apr 18 | 00:05:32

TBC: Understanding VC Firms to Send the Right Signals (TBC72)

Apr 11 | 00:07:46

TBC: Dilution 101 For Founders (TBC71)

Apr 09 | 00:58:27

The Story Behind Purple Metrics Closing Their $1.2M Pre-Seed Round (Guta Tolmasquim / Purple Metrics - Ep 38)

Apr 04 | 00:06:45

TBC: Why the Pre-Seed Round Was Created... and How It's Changed (TBC70)

Mar 28 | 00:04:27

TBC: Taking Advice From Charlie Munger (TBC69)

Mar 26 | 01:05:13

The Story Behind Atlys Raising $16.3M in Venture Capital (Mohak Nahta / Atlys - Ep 37)

Mar 21 | 00:07:24

TBC: Should You Announce Your Fundraise? Pros vs Cons. (TBC68)

Mar 14 | 00:09:16

TBC: The 7 Forms of Support You Need to Fundraise (TBC67)

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