Investor Intel
Our top 15 startup event picks for 2025
Startup events can be game-changers for founders: investor connections, growth opportunities, and industry insights.
Posts by Lauren Godwin
Founder-centric insights and practical guidance on fundraising, investor relations, and startup growth.
Fundraising 101
How much equity should startup founders give away? A strategic guide according to Carta
How much equity should startups give away? A strategic guide based on Carta’s insights. Learn how to balance ownership, investor expectations, & startup growth.
Fundraising 101
New Year, New Goals: How Startups Can Plan to Win in 2025
Discover actionable strategies and frameworks to plan your startup's goals for 2025. Learn how to set a vision, use OKRs, SMART goals, and more.
Investor Intel
Angel Advisors: Unlocking Strategic Guidance for Startup Success
Learn how angel advisors provide startups with more than just capital. Explore their role in mentorship, growth, and strategy.
Market Buzz
How to find a technical cofounder for your startup
Looking for a technical cofounder? Learn how to attract the right partner, where to find them, and how to structure a fair agreement.
Market Buzz
Capwave AI Spotlight in CanvasRebel
Featured in CanvasRebel, Capwave AI founder and CEO Charlotte Ketelaar shares her insights on making fundraising more accessible and efficient for all founders.
Pitch Perfect
Crafting the perfect pitch deck: the 12 slides for success
Here's your ultimate guide to crafting a killer pitch deck that stands out from the crowd, and capture what investors are really looking for.
Fundraising 101
How to know an investor is right for your startup
Not all investors are created equal. Learn how to evaluate investor fit, benchmark them against your needs, and build mutually beneficial partnerships.
Fundraising 101
Crafting the Perfect Fundraising Plan
Learn how to craft the perfect fundraising strategy to secure investment for your startup business.