Apr 15, 4:00 – 5:00 PM (UTC)
Fundraising is hard. Investors see thousands of pitches—but only back a handful. How can founders stand out? Join Jason Kraus, serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Prepare 4 VC, for an exclusive session on how investors evaluate early-stage startups and what it takes to successfully raise capital in today’s market.
📅 Wednesday, April 15, 2024
⏰ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET (Lunch & Learn Session)
📍 Location: Online | Hosted by Startup Grind Boston
🔍 About the Event
Fundraising is hard. Investors see thousands of pitches—but only back a handful. How can founders stand out?
Join Jason Kraus, serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Prepare 4 VC, for an exclusive session on how investors evaluate early-stage startups and what it takes to successfully raise capital in today’s market.
Jason, a partner at EQx Fund and investor through Boston Harbor Angels and Equity Venture Partners, will break down the fundraising process from an investor’s perspective—what makes a startup truly investable and how founders can structure their fundraising efforts for success.
Why some founders get funding quickly while others struggle for months
✅ Startup founders raising capital and looking for investor insights
✅ Angel investors & VCs refining their early-stage investment strategy
✅ Tech & healthcare entrepreneurs seeking growth strategies
✅ Advisors, mentors, and ecosystem leaders supporting startup fundraising
🔗 Register Now – https://www.startupgrind.com/e/mbeema/
Got questions about pitch decks, investor outreach, or term sheets? Jason will answer audience questions LIVE! Submit yours in advance with your registration.
Jason Kraus is the founder of Prepare 4 VC, a startup advisory firm that has helped hundreds of founders refine their fundraising strategy, connect with investors, and scale their ventures.
As a partner at EQx Fund, Boston Harbor Angels, and Equity Venture Partners, Jason has backed early-stage startups and knows firsthand what separates fundable companies from those that struggle.
He is also an active leader in the startup ecosystem, running Startup Grind Boston and Boston New Tech, and has been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, All Business Media, Boston Voyager, and Radio Entrepreneurs.
Grab a copy of his book Venture Forward: Lesson's from Leaders and get reay for this immersive event
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