Market Buzz
15 Pre-seed startups that just secured funding (Q1 2025)
These 15 pre-seed startups just secured funding in Q1 2025. Learn who raised, how much they secured, and which investors are backing them.
Posts by Lauren Godwin
Founder-centric insights and practical guidance on fundraising, investor relations, and startup growth.
Investor Intel
How to write investor updates while raising capital for your startup
Investor updates are a vital tool for building trust, unlocking support, and driving momentum. Learn to engage and impress current and future investors.
Fundraising 101
Top 10 fundraising mistakes first-time founders make (and how to avoid them)
Avoid these common fundraising pitfalls. This guide reveals the biggest mistakes first-time startup founders make and how to fix them.
Fundraising 101
Top 10 fundraising platforms for startups in 2025
Looking for the best fundraising platforms for startups? Explore top AI-powered investor matchmaking, crowdfunding, and VC networks to raise capital faster.
Fundraising 101
What is a cap table and how do I manage it?
Learn what a cap table is, why it matters, and how to manage it effectively. Explore best practices to keep your startup’s ownership structure investor-ready.
Market Buzz
What is product-market fit and how to know when you’ve found it
Wondering what product-market fit is and how to achieve it? Learn the signs, strategies, and steps to create a product your customers can’t live without.
Fundraising 101
Why Mindset Matters for Startup Founders
Success as a founder starts with the right mindset. Explore how masterclasses, executive coaching, and advisory boards can transform your startup journey.
Market Buzz
Windsurf, Cognition, and Google: what just happened in AI?
Windsurf’s split between Google and Cognition is reshaping how AI startups are acquired, and who gets paid.
Fundraising 101
10 Common Fundraising Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Avoid the top 10 fundraising mistakes founders make when raising capital. Learn actionable tips and explore resources to streamline your process with Capwave.