Welcome to 'From Start to Growth: A Masterclass for Eurasian Entrepreneurs on Raising Capital in Challenging Times.' In today's dynamic business landscape, securing the right funding can be a complex journey. Whether you're seeking funds for product development, market testing, or scaling operations, preparing for the fundraising process is a crucial step for every founder. Join us for this exclusive masterclass where we delve into the intricacies of fundraising for startups in the Eurasia region. We'll explore the unique challenges posed by the macroeconomic environment.
In this 60 min free masterclass, we'll equip you with a 5-step formula for startup fundraising, helping you navigate the fundraising process with confidence to raise the essential seed funds for growing your business.
Join us to gain valuable insights, strategies, and expert advice from industry leaders. Let's pave the way for your startup's financial growth in 2024 and beyond.
This masterclass is ideal for entrepreneurs and founders in the Eurasia region who are gearing up for fundraising efforts. Whether you're a first-time fundraiser or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide valuable insights.
If you are looking for:
- Gaining fundraising insights derived from real-world experiences working at, investing in, and advising startups.
- Proven, market-tested fundraising strategy designed for challenging times.
- Learning actionable steps to build a compelling business case that convinces investors.
- Exploring the fundraising landscape in the Eurasia amidst the current economic crisis and geopolitical challenges.
- Adapting to the evolving role of international investors in the Eurasia fundraising landscape for 2024.
- Understanding why startups fail and how a well-crafted fundraising strategy can be their lifeline.
An accomplished investor with a remarkable background. He founded and sold GoodGuide, a notable digital health venture backed by NEA and DFJ.
Following this, he established West to West, an American non-profit which has already helped 200+ Portuguese and EU entrepreneurs thrive in Silicon Valley. Later he founded and managed the Shilling Founders Fund, a €50m+ early-stage tech fund investing in pre-seed and seed stage companies. Now, as a
Partner at 500 Global, he actively designs and oversees acceleration and investment initiatives.
Pedro is a hands-on investor,
connecting startups with a vast network of local and global investors.
His profound knowledge of the startup ecosystem, both locally and globally, has earned him recognition as a sought-after speaker at major startup-related conferences, panel discussions, and media interviews, making him a true luminary in the field.
Vadim is 3X founder (AdCenter - sold to VertaMedia, Clickky - partially exited, 3DLOOK - raised ~$15M), 12X angel investor (1 exit).
Currently, besides running his company 3DLOOK Vadim is also serving as a Partner at early-stage US-based VC Fund Geek Ventures, which invests in immigrant founders building
future category leaders in the US. Also Vadim is a Forbes contributor, mentor at 500 Startups, and LVMH Innovation Award winner.
500 Global is committed to elevating the Eurasia region through its Georgia-based acceleration and investment program. Collaborating with Georgia's Innovation and Technology Agency (GITA) and the Bank of Georgia, 500 Global established one of the region's pioneering startup accelerators.
Our mission has always been to nurture a thriving tech hub in Georgia while attracting talented founders from over 25 neighboring countries such as Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. Our program covers critical areas such as customer discovery, marketing, sales, cross-border expansion, and fundraising. Starting with batch number three, 500 Global began directly investing US$100,000 into each participating accelerator company, with the goal of funding over 100 regional startups at the pre-seed or seed stage. Join us in this masterclass to embark on your fundraising journey with confidence.
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