For founders, mastering the art of pitching and understanding financials is crucial for tech startup fundraising. Without it, you risk missing out on potential funding and failing to convey your startup’s true potential. This is your guide to mastering the pitch with financials and forecasts. In this information-packed webinar, you’ll learn: Preparing for Fundraising Jeff Erickson discusses the importance of thorough preparation for startup fundraising. This includes researching and targe...| Founders Network
Feeling uncertain about securing the right co-founder, customers, and funding for your startup? For startup founders, navigating this initial stage of building a business can be daunting. Finding the right co-founder, securing your first customers, and obtaining funding are critical steps that can make or break your startup’s success. This webinar is your roadmap to securing a startup co-founder, attracting customers, and raising capital effectively. Tooraj Helmi, an experienced entrepren...| Founders Network
Startup shutdowns reached a new peak in the first quarter of 2024. According to data from Carta, a staggering 254 companies closed their doors in Q1. This represents a 58% increase compared to the same period last year, continuing a concerning acceleration that has been building over the past two years. The data paints a stark picture. Between Q1 2022 and Q1 2023, the number of shutdowns jumped by 124%. And in the most recent quarter, it grew by another 58%. This relentless upward trajectory ...| Founders Network
Bookkeeping might not be the most exciting part of running a startup, but it’s essential for growth and success. By understanding financial basics, utilizing the right tools, and making informed decisions, you can build a strong financial foundation. This guide offers practical, actionable bookkeeping tips for startups, tailored for young startups who need bookkeeping, accounting, and tax filing assistance. From tracking income and expenses to preparing financial statements and seeking...| Founders Network
(The article “Five Powerful Pieces of Advice for Founders” by Sonya Matejko was originally published by WeWork.) Today, you might be cold emailing investors. But tomorrow, you might be raising half a billion dollars with a basic PowerPoint, thanks to your prior success. Eric Berry, managing partner at Bedford Bridge, has seen just that happen with his brother. Berry himself sold his company for just under $1.5 billion, a deal that marked one of the most significant cash returns relativ...| Founders Network
As a tech startup founder, you’re constantly juggling multiple responsibilities, from product development to team management and fundraising. In this fast-paced environment, founders often lose focus and get overwhelmed. That’s where the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) comes in. But what exactly is EOS, and does it really work for tech startups? Let’s dive in and explore this powerful framework that’s transforming how entrepreneurs run their businesses. What is the Entrepreneur...| Founders Network
We gathered advice for founders from influential investors who spoke on a New York Tech Week panel co-hosted by WeWork and Founders Network.| Founders Network