Early-Stage Funding: What Investors Really Look For

​Ready to go beyond the basics of fundraising and understand what really matters to early-stage investors?

​This interactive discussion and Q&A is designed for founders preparing to raise their first round or who want to sharpen their fundraising strategy with insights from active early investors.

​Join us for a candid session with seasoned VCs who will demystify the strategic side of early-stage investment — what signals make investors lean in, what mistakes turn them off, and how founders can position themselves with confidence.

​🎙️ With:
• Johannes Blaschke, Partner at Calm/Storm Ventures – Europe’s most active early‑stage healthtech investor,
• Laurenz Simbruner, Founding Partner at Push Ventures – VC investor with deep expertise in early‑stage funding, climate and health tech investing

​🔍 What We’ll Cover

​✔ How to know if your startup is actually ready to raise
✔ Strategic milestones, traction signals, and metrics investors care about
✔ Common pitfalls that early founders stumble into
✔ How to build credible relationships with investors before you pitch
✔ Real founder-investor scenarios, insights, and actionable takeaways

​✨ Expect a highly interactive format with time for your questions and live answers from the panel.

​🎯 Whether you’re prepping to raise your first round, revisiting your strategy, or just curious how investor thinking works — this session will equip you with the mindset and know-how to fundraise with clarity and impact.