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FR
1M - 30M
Alter Equity is a French podcast network that curates and produces content related to business and entrepreneurship. They focus on topics such as finance, marketing, and management, as well as social issues like women\u2019s entrepreneurship and sustainable development. Alter Equity also provide...
AT
BE
HR
100K - 500K
IST Cube is a venture fund focused on science and deep tech startups. It provides mentorship, capital, and support to early-stage technology companies. IST Cube provides its startups with access to a deep network of industry experts and provides guidance in topics such as IP, business model deve...
US
150K - 250K
Joyful Summary is a website created by designer and TED speaker Ingrid Fetell Lee that discusses the power of small changes in our lives. It explores how things such as colors, shapes, and designs can bring more joy into our lives and how these elements can be used to create extraordinary happin...
BR
150K - 1M
The website ipo.venture is a venture capital and private equity firm that provides financial services to companies aiming to go public through an initial public offering (IPO). They provide a process of due diligence, valuation, and other services to help companies prepare for their IPO. Additio...
GB
100K - 300K
KHP Ventures is an investment firm based in London, United Kingdom, that provides innovative ideas for healthcare. The firm focuses on early-stage ventures in digital health, MedTech, and enterprise healthcare. KHP Ventures is a collaboration between King's College London, King's College Hospita...
CH
DE
ES
300K - 2M
SIX is a global financial market infrastructure company that invests in early stage start-ups. The company focuses on start-ups that provide value to the Swiss financial center, such as companies that act at the intersection of finance, data, and cybersecurity. They provide investments and suppo...
FI
NO
DK
400K - 4M
Inventure is a venture capital firm based in Helsinki, Finland. Founded in 2017, Inventure invests in early stage startups with a focus on sustainable resources. Inventure seeks to provide capital, access to expertise, and a global network of investors and customers to its portfolio companies. I...
50K - 1M
Insurtech Gateway is a venture capital firm and accelerator that helps startups create innovative solutions in the field of insurance technology. They provide funding, mentorship, and resources to help bring your idea to life. Insurtech Gateway also offers a range of services from market researc...
CA
25K - 250K
Intonation Ventures is a consumer technology-focused early stage venture capital fund. The fund is led by experienced entrepreneurs and investors who have been part of or led multiple successful consumer technology companies. They are focused on pre-seed and seed stage consumer tech companies, w...
100K - 1M
LAB Miami Ventures is an early-stage PropTech Venture Capital firm that creates from scratch, builds, and invests in startups in the PropTech space. The firm invests in companies that create solutions to challenges within the real estate industry, such as rental housing, home ownership, and co-l...
NL
1M - 30M
Innovation Industries is a Dutch deep tech venture firm that invests in deeptech companies. Founded in 2013, the firm focuses on companies that deliver real impact and have long-term, sustainable value. Their portfolio includes Cassini Technologies, which has developed a cutting-edge digital dat...
10K - 1M
Kuinji is a UK-based company that works with tech startups to help them scale up, enter new markets, and roll out innovative products. They specialize in providing strategic advice and support to startups, as well as providing access to venture capital, business development, and marketing resour...
250K - 10M
ETFS Capital is an investment company working across the global investment ecosphere with a focus on Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). Its mission is to deliver clear, independent and authoritative ETF news, analysis and education to help investors make informed decisions. ETFS Capital is committed ...
BG
100K - 10M
Inference Partners is a venture capital firm based in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 2021, the firm focuses on early-stage investments in enterprise and infrastructure software. Inference Partners considers the principal adverse impacts of its investment decisions on sustainability factors, ...
AL
200K - 1M
Infinium Partners is an operational venture capital and growth equity firm that provides capital, business expertise, and access to their global network. They invest in fast-growing, disruptive companies that are looking to build innovative technologies and solutions. They provide capital, strat...
500K - 5M
Foothill Ventures is a technology-focused venture fund that invests in seed to A-round startups in the United States. It provides investments to startups from a variety of industries, including artificial intelligence, blockchain, healthcare and consumer technology. The fund has an experienced t...
Founders Factory is an accelerator firm based in London, United Kingdom that specializes in investing in seed-stage companies. It has a global network of investors, corporate partners, and experienced entrepreneurs to help scale startups. The company also provides access to capital and resources...
1M - 5M
The Industrial, Clean & Energy Technology (ICE) Venture Fund is a fund operated by BDC Capital that invests in early-stage technology companies in the Energy, Clean and Industrial sectors. The fund focuses on providing financing solutions to help innovative companies develop their business by pr...
100K - 200K
Florian Huber is a German economist and researcher who specializes in macroeconomics, data analysis, and research. He has worked on a variety of topics, including the German banking system, the impact of digitalization on the economy, and the causes of macroeconomic instability. He is currently ...
500K - 15M
Alven is an independent venture investment firm based in Europe, with a successful track record of successive investments in various industries, from B2B software to consumer applications. Founded in 2000, Alven focuses on working with entrepreneurs to help them turn their ideas into reality, pr...
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.