Techstars Fundraising Series

Navigating the world of venture capital is one of the greatest challenges for any startup. This three-part Techstars Fundraising Series: Ready, Set, Go!, provides a playbook to take you from initial preparation to a polished investor pitch. We'll equip you with the strategies, materials, and confidence needed to successfully secure capital.

Led by industry experts who will provide actionable insights and share practical advice, you'll leave each session feeling confident and prepared to take on the fundraising process.

Part 1: Ready - Raising Capital

Tuesday, October 14 from 11 AM - 12 PM EST

An intro to investor readiness. Learn about what you should look for in investors, how to find investors, and how to get a warm introduction.

Part 2: Set - Prepping Your Materials

Tuesday, October 21 from 11 AM - 12 PM EST

Prepping Your Materials: an overview of what materials you should prepare for the fundraising process (e.g. 1-page summary, investor deck) and how to determine how much to raise.

Part 3: Go! - Mock Investor Interview

Tuesday, October 28 from 11 AM - 12 PM EST

Mock Investor Interview: a fun and useful exercise to see how a live investor meeting goes down - be prepared for your next investor call. Three to four founders will be called up one at a time to participate in a mock interview.