Raising in a Tough Market: Relationships, Positioning, and the Path to Yes

​A free, live conversation and Q&A for founders raising now or planning their next round.

​Why can one founder raise on a big idea while another struggles despite real revenue? And what makes an investor believe in you before the numbers tell the whole story?

​Join Leslie Feinzaig, founder of Graham & Walker and author of Venture with Leslie, and Caroline Dell, CEO and co-founder of Goodword, for a candid conversation about what gets a founder funded.

​We will dig into:

• ​What investors are really betting on. Leslie’s framework of faith, opportunity, and evidence, and what it means for your next raise.

• ​How AI has changed the bar. Why a promising company can still struggle to raise, and how to think about your options.

• ​How to reach the right investors. Finding a real fit, making a relevant approach, and building relationships before you need a check.

• ​How to earn conviction in the room. Telling your story clearly and having an authentic conversation about your company.

​Come with the fundraising question you wish you could ask a VC. We will leave time for live Q&A, and you can submit your question when you register.

​Reserve your free spot and join us on Zoom.