The process of obtaining investment funding from Venture Capital Firms, (VCs) is typically difficult and time consuming for the entrepreneur. There are hundreds of VCs and each focus on different criteria. As a result, a targeted approach by the entrepreneur may be appropriate.

Startup due diligence is one of the most important components of the funding process for a new business…

“A term sheet is like a prenuptial agreement and a coach’s playbook. Spend the time to understand the plays, and what happens should you ever separate from the business.”- Mitch Thrower

There are two key factors to consider in order to be great startup advice from outside experts: Pick the right team, and always know what you want before you ask.

30+ Questions You Could be Asked About Your Startup During a Screening Meeting with an Angel Group

Some entrepreneurs fail to leverage the knowledge and experiences of others by failing to create advisory boards. These boards are a critical component required to scale strong entrepreneurial opportunities.

Pitches are presentations created in order to help entrepreneurs communicate with investors to raise money to fund their venture.

Every businessman knows being cost-effective is important. But early stage financing companies should never cut corners with these critical components!

Angel and venture capital investors may receive hundreds or even thousands of executive summaries each year. With their time being limited and the competition for their attention intense, it is extremely important that the entrepreneur provide executive summaries that “Wow!”

“We filter out half of these qualified interviewees in the first minute.”