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UA
LV
250K
Shape is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments in technology and the internet. The firm is based in San Francisco and London, and has investments in startups across Europe and the US. Shape focuses on investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data...
US
CA
300K - 5M
Breakout Ventures is an early stage fund that backs bold scientist entrepreneurs. It invests in companies that are working to solve the most complex challenges in the world, leveraging science and technology to make a positive impact. The fund focuses on areas such as artificial intelligence, ro...
AE
SA
BH
1M - 3M
Shorooq Partners is an early stage venture capital and debt fund focused on the MENAP region. The company has invested in 45+ companies, and its portfolio has generated over $1.5 billion of equity value. Shorooq Partners was created in 2016 and is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
100K - 750K
Cortado Ventures is a seed-stage venture capital firm investing in overlooked foundational sectors in the United States. The firm's focus is on providing capital and support to early-stage entrepreneurs, with a particular emphasis on female and minority founders. The firm also provides additiona...
AT
BE
CZ
1M - 5M
Breed Reply is a London-based investor that focuses on Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. They invest in companies across Europe, helping them to develop and implement innovative solutions in the Digital Services, Technology and Consulting fields. They are committed to creating positive soci...
ES
Axon Partners Group is an international investment and consulting firm founded in 2006 that invests in and advises businesses impacted by technology and innovation. The firm is both a funds of funds and invests directly in growth-stage startups. Its portfolio includes companies like Innovamat, K...
FR
DE
500K - 5M
Breega is a European venture capital fund designed to finance startups in the digital economy. It was founded in 2013 and is based in Paris, France. They typically invest in Seed and Series A startups across Europe, and have an extensive network of partners, investors, and advisors. They focus o...
1M - 20M
Cr\u00e9dit Mutuel Equity is a private equity arm of Groupe Cr\u00e9dit Mutuel-CIC, headquartered in Paris. The company is focused on providing financing and advisory services to small to mid-sized companies operating in Western Europe. The company provides services such as business development,...
FI
GB
2M - 8M
DIP Capital is a venture capital firm that invests across Europe in disruptive businesses. DIP's first fund was launched in 2017 and the firm has since grown to manage over \u20ac300 million in assets. DIP focuses on early-stage companies, providing them with financing and guidance to help them ...
PT
100K - 5M
Bynd Venture Capital is a Portuguese venture capital firm that invests in seed/early stage companies in IT/Digital and Sustainability sectors from Portugal, Spain, and startups connected to these markets. They have more than 30 active investments in their portfolio, including companies like Colv...
50K - 250K
Brickyard is an early-stage capital and founder outpost based in Tennessee, founded in 2021. The company provides venture capital to help founders build their businesses and create successful paths that can survive the elements. Brickyard also provides an incubator and accelerator program to hel...
AR
CO
MX
300K - 500K
Bridge Partners is an executive search firm that specializes in helping companies diversify their leadership teams. They use their expertise in leading inclusive search engagements to bridge the gaps between management consulting firms, marketing agencies, and point solution providers. Their tea...
25K - 175K
Visible Hands is a venture capital firm and accelerator that provides meaningful funding and support to early stage companies, particularly those founded by underrepresented entrepreneurs. It offers a 14-week virtual-first accelerator program, a 20-week virtual fellowship program for Latinx foun...
50K - 250K
Brighter Capital is a venture capital firm based in Cupertino, California that seeks to invest in early-stage companies. The firm focuses on investments in the energy, renewable energy, biotechnology, social media, and health care sectors. Founded in 2020, Brighter Capital has a portfolio of 47 ...
2M - 5M
C4V is an advanced battery technology company that is developing next-generation energy solutions. Their products are designed to be safe, reliable, and sustainable, and their patented technology offers higher energy densities, higher power densities, and longer life cycles than current batterie...
500K - 3M
Caixa Capital Risc is a venture capital firm based in Barcelona, Spain. Founded in 2004, the firm specializes in seed, venture and growth stage investments in innovative companies across a variety of sectors, including technology, healthcare, and biotechnology. Caixa Capital Risc also provides s...
CN
25K - 250K
Calm Fund is a venture capital firm that offers a unique Shared Earnings Agreement (SEA) to founders. The SEA allows founders to share their equity with the firm and in return receive a higher valuation at the time of investment. The SEA also provides the firm with an additional source of income...
IE
100K - 10M
Adventure Capital is an international trade network that supports sustainable adventure travel markets. It provides news, research, events, networking and other resources to help promote the growth of these markets. It also sets minimum standards for participation, vesting, benefit accrual and f...
BR
500K - 20M
Canaan is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in technology startups with a focus on seed and early-stage investments. Canaan has offices in the United States, Israel, India, and China, and has invested in over 300 companies from over 30 countries. The firm provides resources such a...
1M - 10M
Capagro is a venture capital fund based in Paris, France that is dedicated to investing in the Ag-Tech and Food-Tech industries. Founded in 2014, Capagro has raised over 120 million in capital and is backed by leading investors, including Bpifrance Investment, Cr\u00e9dit Agricole, and the Frenc...
Structuring a seed fundraising round can be a complex process, but there are a few steps you can take to ensure a successful outcome.
Researching Potential Investors
The first step in structuring a seed fundraising round is to research potential investors. You'll want to look for investors who have experience in your industry or market and who are likely to be interested in your business. Some good sources for finding potential investors include:
- Online databases like Capboard, Crunchbase or AngelList
- Networking events and conferences
- Referrals from other founders or investors in your network
Preparing Your Pitch Deck and Data Room
Once you've identified potential investors, the next step is to prepare your pitch deck and data room. Your pitch deck should be a concise, visual presentation of your business that highlights its strengths, market opportunity, and financial projections. Your data room should contain more detailed information about your business, such as your financial statements, customer data, and legal documents.
Negotiating the Terms
When negotiating the terms of your seed fundraising round, it's important to be clear about your goals and priorities. Some key terms to consider include:
- The amount of money you're raising
- The valuation of your company
- The percentage of equity you're willing to give up
- The rights and protections afforded to investors, such as board seats and veto power
Receiving the Term Sheet and Closing the Round
Once you've negotiated the terms of your seed fundraising round, the next step is to receive a term sheet from your lead investor. A term sheet outlines the key terms of the investment and serves as a basis for drafting the final investment agreement. Once you've received the term sheet, you'll work with your lawyer to finalize the investment agreement and close the round.
Tips for Approaching Seed Investors
- Be prepared with a strong pitch deck and data room that clearly communicate your business's value proposition and growth potential.
- Research potential investors to find those who have experience in your industry or market.
- Be transparent about your business's strengths and weaknesses.
- Be realistic about how much funding you need and how much equity you're willing to give up.
- Be open to feedback and suggestions from investors.