Venture Capital

Venture capital can accelerate the growth of a startup—but it also comes with specific expectations and responsibilities. Not every business idea is suited to equity investment, making it essential to understand whether venture capital is the right fit.

In this session, you'll gain a practical understanding of how venture capital works and how investors evaluate startups. You'll learn about common investment terms, negotiation points, investor expectations and the responsibilities that come with raising venture capital.

What you'll learn:

• Fundamentals of venture capital
• When venture capital is the right funding option
• How venture capital investors evaluate startups
• Investment terms, deal structures and negotiation points
• Rights and responsibilities of founders and investors
• Reporting and information requirements after an investment

By the end of the session, you'll be able to assess whether venture capital is suitable for your startup and understand what to expect during the investment process.