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Capwave.ai receives NC IDEA MICRO grant
Capwave.ai receives NC IDEA MICRO grant to advance AI-powered solutions for optimizing startup pitches.
Posts by Charlotte Ketelaar
Founder-centric insights and practical guidance on fundraising, investor relations, and startup growth.
Fundraising 101
Raising money without traction: hype, hustle, and vision
Learn how to raise money without traction by building a compelling Go-to-Market strategy, generating pre-launch hype, and more.
Pitch Perfect
Why your team matters for capital raising
Learn why your team is crucial for attracting venture capital and equity investors.
Pitch Perfect
Why your pitch deck’s problem slide must WOW
Learn how to craft a powerful problem slide that hooks investors, backed by data, empathy, and clear storytelling.
Investor Intel
Want to Raise 14x More Funding? Flip the Script on Investor Questions
Raise more capital by mastering the art of reframing investor questions. Learn how to turn risk-focused queries into growth opportunities.
Investor Intel
Two smart moves before saying “Yes” to an investor
Learn two crucial steps to take before accepting an investor's offer. Maximize the value beyond capital and choose investors who contribute.
Fundraising 101
This is where I would start preparing for my capital raise
Understanding your audience and speaking their language is crucial for a successful capital raise.
Fundraising 101
The risks of high valuations in venture capital
Discover why high valuations aren’t always beneficial for startups. Learn how they impact venture capital, company financing, equity investors, and much more.
Pitch Perfect
The Anatomy of a Winning Pitch Deck
Learn the key elements of crafting a compelling pitch deck with real-world examples from successful startups.