


Leveraging Debt to Unlock Strategic Growth Opportunities
Ripple Hosts
Bailey Morrow
HSBC Innovation Banking
Nina Litman-Roventa
Extantia
TL;DR
This Ripple explores how startups can use non-dilutive capital—like debt—to complement equity, fund capex, and reach key milestones. We'll cover when to consider it, what types exist, and the key benefits/considerations.
Topic overview
Why is the topic relevant?
Non-dilutive capital such as debt can compliment equity and help companies reach their next inflection point. We’ll dive into practical applications of debt financing, including funding capital expenditures (capex), scaling operations, expanding into new markets, or investing in technology and infrastructure.
What’s up for discussion?
What types of debt are available to start ups?
When should you consider debt?
What are the key terms?
How can you prepare your business to take on debt?
What are the benefits and considerations?
Dream outcome
Attendees feeling educated and empowered to consider/discuss debt for their business.
Who should attend?
Startups, VCs, Corporates
