Osler + Yaletown at North House - VC101
Join us for an interactive VC 101 session designed for founders navigating the venture capital and fundraising landscape.
This session will break down the fundamentals of venture capital financing, from the different forms of early-stage funding to how venture deals are structured. Drawing on perspectives from both the investor side and the legal side of venture transactions, the discussion will cover topics such as:
How venture capital financing works
Key funding instruments (SAFEs, convertible notes, common and preferred equity)
How to think about valuation and dilution
What founders should expect during a VC financing process
Common mistakes founders make when raising capital
How investors evaluate venture opportunities
The goal for the session is to have an open dialogue, giving founders the opportunity to ask practical questions about fundraising, term sheets, and working with investors throughout.
Whether you are preparing for your next fundraising round or simply want to better understand how raising capital works, this session will provide practical, founder-focused insights from professionals actively working in the venture ecosystem.