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GB
150K - 800K
Haatch is an award-winning investor with a focus on pre-seed to exit investments, and offers a range of SEIS, EIS & Follow On funds. They also provide access to a world-leading ESG platform for real estate investment grade sustainability data for corporate disclosure and transparency. The Haatch...
CZ
PL
SK
40K - 270K
Grouport Ventures is a micro VC fund based in the Czech Republic, which provides early-stage investments and venture capital to startups. They also offer mentoring and advice to startups to help them grow and succeed. Grouport focuses on investments in AI and machine learning, internet of things...
CA
US
Hawke Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Los Angeles, California that invests in early-stage technology companies focused on commerce enablement, MarTech and AdTech. The firm invests between $50k and $2M in seed and early stage companies, and has a portfolio of over 50 companies. Hawke ...
1M - 2M
Healthy.vc is a website dedicated to providing high-quality health care information and resources. The site provides a wide range of health-related topics including nutrition, physical activity, vaccines, mental health, and more. Healthy.vc also offers tools and advice on how to make healthy lif...
CN
1M - 5M
Henkel Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in early- to mid-stage companies in the consumer goods and technology sectors. Founded by Henkel AG & Co. KGaA in 2020, the firm is headquartered in D\u00fcsseldorf, Germany and focuses its investments on companies located in Europe, the Uni...
IL
1M - 9M
HG Ventures is a venture capital arm of The Heritage Group based in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm focuses on investing in companies that are creating innovative technologies and products which have the potential to create long-term mutual benefit. HG Ventures' portfolio includes companies in v...
FR
250K - 350K
High Flyers Capital is a venture capital firm based in Paris, France. The firm seeks investments in the food and beverage sector, and has invested in companies such as Bon Vivant, Stokelp, and STATION F. It has also provided funding to startups in other sectors, such as Join Capital, Loveventure...
DE
2M - 10M
Hitachi Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Hitachi Group, based in Munich, Germany. It seeks to invest in early-stage startups in the industry and sectors that Hitachi Group is involved in. It provides capital and support to startups to help them innovate and develop new technologi...
BR
IN
50K - 250K
Horseshoe.vc is an early stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California. The firm invests in startups across a range of industries, including software, hardware, artificial intelligence, healthcare, and more. Horseshoe.vc invests in seed and early-stage companies, and provides cap...
10K - 500K
IBOS Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Orange, California, founded in 2013. The firm focuses on investing in technology-enabled businesses that have the potential to be disruptive and innovative. They provide incubation, investing, and portfolio management services to their portfolio c...
ID
VN
25K - 25K
Hustle Fund is a venture capital firm that invests in seed-stage and pre-seed startups. The firm was founded in 2017 and has offices in Silicon Valley, San Francisco, and New York City. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage companies, particularly those with a strong social mission or tho...
300K - 10M
Cradle Inc. is an innovative provider of Multi-physics focused computational fluid dynamics software and services. They offer a wide range of products and services that are designed to help organizations design, optimize, and simulate complex physical phenomena. Their products and services are d...
500K - 5M
Illuminate Financial is a venture capital firm based in London, UK, which specializes in investing in enterprise fintech and B2B software companies building technology solutions for the financial services industry. The firm provides funding for early-stage companies and also assists in helping t...
PT
ES
Indico Capital Partners is a venture capital firm based in Lisbon, Portugal that invests in software as a service, web3, marketplaces, artificial intelligence, and other technology companies around the world. The firm provides early-stage capital to startups, with a focus on helping founders sca...
SE
DK
NO
1M - 5M
Industrifonden is a Swedish venture capital firm that focuses on early stage technology and life science companies with international potential. Founded in 1979, it is one of the oldest and largest venture capital firms in the country, and has invested more than SEK 10 billion in over 200 compan...
BE
AT
1M - 5M
Innovacom is a digital transformation consultancy and software development firm that helps businesses and organizations of all sizes build and run great digital experiences. They offer end-to-end solutions and services, from strategy and design to deployment and maintenance, to ensure that their...
100K - 2M
Innsaei Capital is an investment firm dedicated to helping entrepreneurs realize their potential to create meaningful impact. Through a combination of venture capital, mentorship, and strategic services, Innsaei Capital provides the resources and support needed to unlock innovative ideas and tak...
700K - 14M
IQ Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Cambridge, UK that specializes in investing in deep-tech startups. Founded in 2006, IQ Capital has a long history of investing in startups in a variety of sectors, including artificial intelligence, robotics, blockchain, and internet of ...
CH
10K - 10M
Redstone is a Berlin-based Venture Capital firm that manages investment funds structured around various sector verticals. The firm provides venture capital investments to help companies and startups achieve success and reach their full potential. Redstone helps companies and entrepreneurs realiz...
AD
250K - 2M
Inveready is a leading alternative asset manager in Spain providing financing solutions to companies throughout their life-cycle. They specialize in Early-stage VC, Growth VC, Venture debt, Strategic Public Equity, and other alternative financing solutions. They have made 6 acquisitions and 168 ...
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.