Venture capital is often perceived as a sales job within the industry, requiring investors to sell themselves to LPs for their own funds and then convince founders to choose their investments over other options. Fundraising for founders can be just as time-consuming and demanding, leading many to view it as a full-time job.
Both sides of the venture table value a pain-free fundraising process, making it an important skill to master. This is where Lily Lyman, partner at Underscore VC, comes in. She will be speaking at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024 in Boston on how founders can build successful investor relationships with the right venture capitalists. Her session will cover strategies for proactively nurturing these relationships and effectively managing inbound interest.
In today’s increasingly competitive venture landscape, founders can’t rely on old playbooks (unless they’re in the business of building AI foundational models). Knowing who might be interested in your startup when it’s time to seek more capital can greatly expedite the process and minimize wasted time with unnecessary meetings and emails.
Don’t miss out on Lyman’s session at Early Stage next month. She will be joined by other experienced startup professionals who are eager to share their valuable insights and lessons learned. Come prepared with your questions and a notebook to make the most of this opportunity for learning and growth.
