Bootstrapping vs. VC Investment
Every founder eventually faces the question: fund it yourself, or bring in outside capital? There's no universally right answer — only the right answer for you, your business, and your goals.
Join us for an honest conversation with our Hamburg Ambassador, Felicitas Hagen, a strategic and hands-on marketing, brand & communications professional with 10+ years of experience in tech and VC. From PR and content strategy to brand positioning and executive thought leadership, Felicitas brings a full-stack perspective on what it really takes to build and market a company, with or without VC backing.
And because bootstrapping and VC aren't the only paths, we're joined by co-host Nina Simone, who'll share more on angel investment, crowdfunding, and other alternative ways to fund your business because building on your own terms is part of what authenticity means to us.
Together, we'll explore:
The real trade-offs of bootstrapping vs. raising VC money
What VCs actually look for, and what it costs you beyond equity
Alternative funding paths: angels, crowdfunding, and more
How to decide which route fits your business and your values
This is a space for honest talk, shared experience, and collaboration so bring your questions. 🌱
Please note:
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With respect to the host's time & intellectual property, there is no recording provided to single sign-ups.
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