Oasis Investor Series: How VCs Actually Evaluate Deals

​Every founder wants funding. Few truly understand how investors make decisions.

​Behind every investment is a conversation that founders never get to hear. Why do some startups get a partner meeting while others get passed on? What signals create conviction? What makes an investor lean in?

​Join David Gilgur, Partner at BlueLake VC, for a candid look inside the venture capital decision-making process. BlueLake VC, which recently secured a cornerstone commitment from the British Business Bank, invests in exceptional early-stage founders building ambitious technology companies in the UK.

​We'll unpack:

• ​What investors actually look for beyond the pitch deck

• ​The mistakes founders repeatedly make when fundraising

• ​How VCs assess markets, founders and timing

• ​What creates conviction before an investment is made

• ​Live Q&A with an active early-stage investor

​Whether you're raising today or 6 months from now, understanding how investors think can fundamentally change how you build and position your company.

​About Oasis

​Oasis is where international founders in London meet investors.

​We're building one of the UK's highest-signal communities for ambitious international founders. Through curated events, workspace, investor introductions and a community built on genuine relationships, we help founders connect with the people who can accelerate their journey.

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​Whether you've just landed in the UK or are already scaling your company, Oasis is where ambitious founders find their tribe.