Fundraising Shouldn't Feel Like Guesswork

Most founders spend months chasing investors without a clear strategy. We teach you how to build compelling narratives, structure your rounds properly, and approach the right investors at the right time. Classes starting September 2025.

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Startup founders reviewing fundraising strategy documents

A Structured Path Through Fundraising Complexity

We break down fundraising into manageable phases. Each stage builds on the previous one, so you develop confidence gradually rather than feeling overwhelmed.

1

Foundation Building

Learn to articulate your business model clearly. You'll work on positioning, market analysis, and understanding what investors actually look for when they read your materials.

2

Financial Structuring

Valuation, cap tables, and term sheets often confuse first-time founders. We demystify these elements so you can negotiate from a position of knowledge rather than hope.

3

Investor Relations

Building relationships takes time. You'll learn how to research investors, craft personalized outreach, and manage conversations that lead to genuine interest rather than polite rejections.

Workshop participants collaborating on fundraising pitch materials

Real Challenges, Real Progress

These narratives come from founders who joined our programs in 2024. Their experiences aren't perfect success stories, but they show what's possible when you approach fundraising methodically.

Before

Scattered Approach

Callum Redding had a SaaS product gaining traction but kept getting vague "not right now" responses from investors. His pitch deck was 38 slides. His financial projections confused even him. He'd sent 60 cold emails with three responses.

Breakthrough

The Shift

In week four, Callum rewrote his narrative completely. Instead of listing features, he focused on one customer problem and how his solution changed their workflow. His deck went down to 12 slides. Suddenly, meetings felt different.

After

Current Reality

By early 2025, Callum closed a seed round. Not a massive amount, but enough runway to build his team properly. More importantly, he now understands the fundraising process well enough to navigate it without constant anxiety.

Founder presenting refined pitch deck to potential investors
Maeve Thornbury, fundraising education specialist

Quick Insights That Actually Help

Your Deck Isn't Your Business Plan
Stop cramming everything into your pitch deck. Investors want to understand your thinking, not read an encyclopedia. Keep it focused on the problem, solution, and why you're the team to execute. Save detailed financials for follow-up conversations.
Warm Introductions Matter More Than You Think
Cold outreach works occasionally, but introductions from someone an investor trusts open doors faster. Spend time building relationships with founders, advisors, and industry people who can vouch for you when the time comes.
Valuation Isn't Just About Numbers
Yes, your financial model matters, but early-stage valuation is mostly about perceived potential and market conditions. Be realistic about your stage and focus on finding investors who understand your sector rather than chasing the highest number.
Rejection Is Information, Not Failure
Most investor conversations end with a no. That's normal. What matters is learning from each conversation so your next pitch is sharper. Ask for feedback when possible and adjust your approach based on patterns you notice.
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