Martin Avison From angelgroups Talks to FundingHero: Value of Angel Groups for UK Start Ups
As part of our Expert Insights, FundingHero caught up with Founder of angelgroups Martin Avison. The combination of Martin’s experience with a network of over 1,000 Angel investors, built over 30+ years has become one of the largest and most active Angel Groups in the UK. Here, we learn the value and benefits that angel investment groups can really bring to start-ups.
FundingHero’s Expert Insights Interview Series: Mike Stevenson, Venture Capitalist from Fuel Ventures
Another for our Experts Insights Series. This interview series aims to provide founders with a comprehensive understanding of the fundraising process through the lens of seasoned fundraising experts. Over the past several months, we have engaged in discussions with individuals who possess extensive domain knowledge in the realm of fundraising and regularly work with founders to help them secure capital. These experts possess a deep understanding of the fundraising landscape and a talent for connecting founders with the appropriate investors. As such, they have invaluable insights and advice to offer to founders. Today, FundingHero is honoured to feature a conversation with Mike Stevenson, a VC from Fuel Ventures.
Regrets from failed fundraisers trying to raise: Questions to ask before raising capital
Did you think… “Fundraising, how hard can it be”? Well, as it turned out, really hard. Really, really hard! It doesn’t matter if you’ve raised rounds before, or it’s your first time, 99.9% of the time its always much harder than you expect. Founders who had previously self-funded a small business have often said they understand how […]
What is Pre-seed funding and how to get it?
Are you a founder considering whether to raise pre-seed funding? Have you got many burning questions about what pre-seed funding exactly is and how you can go on your way to raising investment? Here, we discuss what pre-seed funding exactly is, the purpose of pre-seed funding and what you can do to prepare before your raise.
FundingHero Launches In-Person Fundraising Accelerator In Birmingham
Raising external funding is one of the most challenging aspects of being a founder. It can be a time-consuming, stressful and overwhelming process, especially for those who are not familiar with the investment landscape. That’s why we’re excited to announce the launch of the FundingHero Fundraising Accelerator – a comprehensive program designed to provide founders […]
Thomas Panton: On all things fundraising for Canopey
In the feature, we catch up with Thomas Panton, founder of UK Start-up called Canopey – a sustainable shopping platform. He has raised his pre-seed round, is ready to launch the platform and has some useful advice for other founders seeking their early-stage investment.
Don’t be the victim of the Pitch Deck Whiplash…
It can be a real challenge to navigate every piece of feedback that potential investors give. Filter it all very carefully and think twice before adopting to their feedback – get some wider consensus before making too many changes.
Considerations When Creating a Startup Fundraising Timeline
Launching a successful fundraising campaign is akin to orchestrating a complex symphony, where timing, preparation, and strategic execution play harmonious roles. Many entrepreneurs find themselves caught in the time crunch, initiating their raise when they need the money, which is usually at least 6 months too late, and consequently, racing against an impossible timeline to hit. However, there exists a structured method to this fundraising madness, a method that can transform the chaotic into the orchestrated. Let’s explore the nuances of this methodical approach, shedding light on each stage of the fundraising journey.
Best Crowdfunding Platforms for Tech Founders
Equity crowdfunding is the process by which individuals (referred to as the “crowd”) invest in an early-stage unlisted company (a company that is not listed on a stock exchange) in exchange for shares in that company. Here we weigh up the pros and cons of each crowdfunding platform, such as Seedrs, Crowdcube and more.
DocSend report reveals that seed-stage venture capitalists are looking at market fit, monetisation, and momentum.
DocSend, a secure document sharing platform and a Dropbox company, released a new report earlier this month (Nov 2022) revealing how investor rationality is changing seed-stage fundraising. According to DocSend’s third annual seed report, raising a successful round now takes 22% longer and requires 25% more meetings.
