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Attention African Founders! Are you looking to attract investors to your next big thing? Seed A Founder, a new platform connecting African founders with global investors, is here to help. Get support to get set up before our launch and showcase your potential to investors ranging from VC to space angle. Check us out at seedafounder.com to learn more. #SeedAFouder #AfricanFounders #GlobalInvestors

𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗩𝗖 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗘 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗼: 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 Navigating the world of venture capital and private equity can be daunting. This glossary simplifies the jargon, making it easier for founders to communicate effectively with investors. Key highlights include: 1️⃣ Cap Table: Understand the breakdown of ownership percentages and equity distribution in your company. 2️⃣ Liquidation Preference: Learn how investors prioritize payouts in exit scenarios. 3️⃣ Convertible Notes: Explore how these instruments convert into equity during future funding rounds. 4️⃣ Internal Rate of Return (IRR): Discover how VCs evaluate the profitability of their investments. 5️⃣ Governance Rights: Understand board seats, voting rights, and protective provisions granted to investors. PS. check out 🔔 for a winning pitch deck the template created by Silicon Valley legend, Peter Thiel https://lnkd.in/ejp-Bhnu

#AI is top of the list of hot topics these days. One of the reasons is due to its fundamental importance to technology. Clearhaven's Christopher Ryan joins Nixon Peabody LLP's Amy (Pugliano) O'Keefe to discuss AI impact in the middle market (spoiler: it's a net positive!) #software #tech #privateequity

For our next sessions, we have an exciting fireside chat between Mohammad Atif Mahmood, Fajr Capital and Paula Tavangar, Injaz Capital! They will be discussing the local ecosystem of the Middle East: How is the region retaining talent and fostering homegrown financial growth? How are regional PE and VC in the middle east developing and how are governments speeding up innovation, creating new spaces and boosting local empowerment?  This is not one to miss!

Our Hot Topics in the Middle Market series continues as we delve into the latest trends in artificial intelligence and their influence on dealmaking. This roundtable discussion will be moderated by Nixon Peabody partners Amy (Pugliano) O'Keefe and Jason Hirsch, leader of Nixon Peabody's Artificial Intelligence, Digital Platforms & Emerging Technologies Team. Hot Topics is a Private Equity and M&A networking and roundtable discussion for corporate executives, private equity and venture capital investors, family offices, independent sponsors, investment bankers, and professional advisors focused on middle-market transactions. Learn more about our June 6 event and register: https://lnkd.in/gy6p64AY

How do you build and maintain a strong, longstanding Founder-VC relationship?   Hear from leading investors and founders who have created a strong Founder-VC collaboration and understand that a founder-friendly culture goes beyond financial backing.   The Withers’ UK Founders Group will be hosting a panel discussion on VCs and the importance of protecting the health and wellbeing of their portfolio company founders. Please click below to join the conversation.

Clear Answers: The key to unlock investor's trust and confidence in your pitch ✅ Check out this video by our founder Dilnawaz Khan to understand why answering precisely is a must when replying to your potential investors. Watch full video on YouTube. 🔗https://rb.gy/5eyecz #investorpitch #pitchingtips #startupfounders

Last chance to get the list of 400+ Active Angel Investors in Europe! You will find full names, emails, LinkedIn profiles, locations, number of investments, and number of exits. Valuable info to help you find the right investors matching your stage, industry, and region! Understanding what investors are looking for, what they have invested in, and if they have had any exits is crucial. It will drastically help you accelerate your fundraising process. How to get the list? Step 1: Comment "Founder" Step 2: Send me a DM/InMail (with a connection request if we’re not connected) saying "Founder". I will send you the link to access the list by end of next week 🙌 May the force be with you! --- 👉👉👉02.07.24 I started sending the link via DM to those who reached out. You can also get it here: 👉👉👉https://lnkd.in/defHdY5P

How do the best VCs win competitive deals? We interviewed some of the world's best investors and asked them to share their secrets. Here are a four takeaways: 🔹 Come to the pitch with a prepared mind. 🔹 Move fast. 🔹 Add value during the process. 🔹 Be willing to bid first. This is just the tip of the iceberg. To discover dozens of other strategies and tactics, jump into our 10,000-word guide. You'll hear from elite practitioners like Danny Rimer, Kanyi Maqubela, Saar Gur, Hernan Kazah, Alex Taussig, Sarah Guo, Saam Motamedi, and Rebecca Kaden. 🔗 Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/e3EsVTaP

Discover Daniel Sawko's journey in founding shipshape.vc, an innovative investment search engine, and learn about the advantages of starting a business in Wales. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Explore the commonalities in the VC landscape across the Celtic nations and the importance of Daniel's participation in the Interceltic Business Forum. LEARN MORE 👇 https://lnkd.in/eDUkKnAR