Yorkseed Passport Series: Valuing AI & SaaS Startups — A Coffee & Lunch Conversation
This event is part of Yorkseed Passport Series: Web Summit Lisbon 2025 Edition
Take a break from the Web Summit buzz for an hour of meaningful conversation and real insights.
Join Yorkseed and Cordelia, Partner & CMO at High Score Strategies, for a casual coffee-and-lunch session on how to value and maximize your AI or SaaS startup for investors.
Together, we’ll unpack what truly drives startup valuation today — from ARR multiples and growth potential to investor psychology, storytelling, and strategic positioning.
No slides, no stage — just founders, investors, and advisors sharing perspectives over great food and conversation in the heart of Lisbon.
Flow
☕ Gathering & Coffee – arrive, mingle, and grab a seat (location shared upon approval)
🍽️ Lunch Conversation – Cordelia leads an open discussion on:
• How to value AI and SaaS companies at different stages
• What investors really look for beyond the numbers
• Common valuation pitfalls (and how to avoid them)
• How founders can communicate value effectively
💬 Networking & Wrap-Up – shared takeaways and casual introductions
Each attendee covers their own coffee or lunch.
Who It’s For
Founders, investors, and operators building or backing SaaS and AI companies — especially those navigating fundraising, M&A, or market positioning.
Led By Yorkseeder:
Cordelia Blake – Partner & CMO, High Score Strategies
High Score Strategies provides valuation and growth advisory for high-potential tech companies, helping founders understand their worth and scale with clarity.
Mike Blake – Partner & CEO, High Score Strategies
With two decades of experience in tech valuation, Mike Blake helps AI and SaaS companies translate innovation into measurable enterprise value. He’s known for bridging the gap between code and capital—turning complex IP, data, and software assets into defensible financial insight.”
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