Investors looking to invest in Series A stage

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1M - 20M
W&W BrandPool is a venture capital firm based in Stuttgart, Germany. The firm was founded in 2018 and specializes in early-stage investments in technology companies. They have invested in two portfolio companies and have no lead investments. The firm also provides branding and naming services fo...
150K - 500K
Iterative.vc is a Singapore-based venture capital firm and accelerator that empowers early-stage startups to succeed. The firm provides capital, mentorship, and resources to startups in the region, and also runs a YC-style accelerator program. Iterative.vc works with founders to help them valida...
3M - 7M
The Westly Group is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 2007. The firm focuses on investments in early-stage and growth-stage companies, with a particular focus on technology, energy, and sustainability. The firm has invested in over 100 companies, and its portfoli...
100K - 1M
J-Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley that focuses on investing in early-stage technology companies. They are experienced in helping entrepreneurs reach their goals by providing capital, strategic advice, and operational support. Their investments span a range of sectors i...
25K - 250K
Awesome Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Seoul, South Korea that specializes in seed-stage and early-stage investments. They are dedicated to helping individuals, families, institutions and governments raise, manage, and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals. Awesome...
500K - 8M
Coparion is a venture capital firm based in Cologne, Germany, founded in 2016. The firm provides venture capital to help young technology companies achieve their goals, and has an active fund of EUR 275 million. It also provides an online platform to connect startups with investors and mentors, ...
50K - 5M
JPIN is a digital platform that provides resources and tools for investors to help them make informed decisions. It offers portfolio analysis and advice from trusted advisors, market updates, and access to exclusive investment opportunities. JPIN also provides a suite of educational content to h...
10K - 200K
Zenventures is a venture capital and private equity firm, founded in 2018, that provides capital and technical support to early-stage startups in emerging markets. It has invested in more than 20 companies across 14 countries, with a focus on fintech, digital health, logistics, and other industr...
50K - 500K
Contrary is a venture fund that invests in early-stage startups and provides them with access to resources, support, and capital. The fund is backed by iconic founders and operators and has a presence in San Francisco, New York, and Los Angeles. The fund has invested in over fifty companies, wit...
100K - 15M
Innovation Endeavors is a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California. Founded in 2010, the firm specializes in investing in seed-stage technology companies, and focuses on supporting visionary founders, transformational technology, and emergent ecosystems for a new world. Innovation End...
25K - 250K
Superangel is a venture capital fund that invests in early-stage startups in the consumer, PropTech and Future of Work industries. They back founders and teams with the potential to build iconic companies, and provide the resources and network that founders need to create lasting businesses. Sup...
100K - 200K
PLUS VC is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan, that invests in companies with a global vision. It provides capital, resources, and other support to entrepreneurs who are creating game-changing products and services for the future. The company focuses on seed and Series A i...
100K - 300K
Kalei Ventures is a Latin American venture capital firm started by a group of investors and entrepreneurs with over 60 years of experience creating and investing in innovative businesses. The firm is focused on investing in early-stage startups in Latin America, with a focus on technology, finan...
100K - 30M
Kaszek is a venture capital firm based in Buenos Aires and Sao Paulo that invests in high-impact technology-based companies at various stages, including Seed, Series A, and Series B. They provide expertise in areas such as strategy, growth, technology, product, and fundraising, and invest in var...
4M - 12M
Plymouth Growth Partners is a venture capital firm based in Michigan that was founded in 2002. The firm specializes in early and growth stage investments in technology, healthcare, and consumer product companies. They invest in companies across a wide range of sectors and industries, and are foc...
50K - 500K
Poligono Capital is a Mexican venture capital firm based in Zapopan, Mexico. The firm invests in seed and early-stage startups and provides them with capital, mentorship, and access to a network of experts. Poligono Capital has a portfolio of 16 companies and has invested in a variety of industr...
BCV helps founders build iconic businesses that transform the way we live and work. They mostly invest in Fintech, Apps, Infrastructure, and the Future of Commerce. They have invested more than $4.6 billion in over 400 companies. Some of their succesful investments include GoCardless, Flywire, A...
500K - 5M
The \"Mobility\" page on the Baloise website is focused on providing innovative solutions to customers in the automotive and mobility space. The page outlines the various services and solutions offered by the company, such as insurance, connected car services, safety systems, and more. Additiona...
250K - 5M
Propel Venture Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 2016 that invests in web3 and fintech startups in the US and Latin America. It focuses on early-stage investments and has invested in over 87 companies in the finance, access, and team industries. Propel also provides resources for fou...
15K - 50K
Proximity is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in early-stage startups. The firm has teams in Europe, the US, and Asia, and has invested in more than 200 companies across multiple sectors. They provide guidance and support to their portfolio companies to help them scale, and focus...
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Fundraising for a Series A round is a significant milestone for any startup. It typically involves raising larger amounts of capital and working with more sophisticated investors. Here are the key steps to follow:

Researching Potential Investors

As with any fundraising round, the first step in structuring a Series A round is to research potential investors. This stage is especially important for a Series A round, as you'll want to find investors who are interested in your market and have experience investing in companies at your stage of growth. Some good sources for finding potential investors include:

  • Venture capital firms that specialize in your industry
  • Angel investors who have experience investing in Series A rounds
  • 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 tell a compelling story about your business, highlighting its growth potential, market opportunity, and competitive advantage. Your data room should contain more detailed information about your business, such as your financial statements, customer data, and legal documents. It's also important to have a clear understanding of your key metrics, such as:

  • Monthly recurring revenue (MRR)
  • Churn rate
  • Customer acquisition cost (CAC)
  • Lifetime value of a customer (LTV)

Negotiating the Terms

When negotiating the terms of your Series A fundraising round, it's important to be prepared to give up a larger percentage of equity than in earlier rounds. 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 Series A 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 Series A 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 investing in companies at your stage of growth.
  • Be transparent about your business's strengths and weaknesses, and be prepared to discuss your key metrics in detail.
  • 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, and be willing to pivot your strategy if necessary.