Bruin Founders Workshop: Fundraising and Term Sheets

​Chad Billmyer will be on campus to introduce the basics of 'friends and family' and 'seed round' capital raising. Chad is a two-time startup founder. He is a mentor in residence with venture programs here at UCLA and at Brown University and StartOut.

​His popular and practical session will cover the following topics:
- The basics of early stage capital raising
- Key venture capital terminology (SAFE vs. convertible notes, cap tables, dilution, etc.)
- What investors are really looking for at this stage
- How to effectively position your business plan and pitch deck in a fundraising context
- Common pitfalls first-time founders should avoid

You can browse two ~10 min previews of the materials on YouTube here:

Preparing to pitch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDvwdCgtRqU

Raising capital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uocq2UNI6bE

​*This event is intended to be in-person. If you have a conflict and would still like to attend, please contact our team at [email protected].

​Logistical Note:
Rideshare is highly encouraged. If driving, parking is available in Structure 38, located directly beneath the office building. Please allow time for parking and check-in with security.