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For startup founders, one of the most critical decisions is how to fund their venture. Should they bootstrap, using personal resources and business revenue, or seek external fundraising? Each path has its unique benefits and challenges. Understanding Bootstrapping Bootstrapping involves starting a business using personal savings or revenue generated by the business. This approach has […]
The term “unicorn” has become a buzzword in the startup ecosystem, referring to privately held startups valued at over $1 billion. As of Q2 2023, there are approximately 1220 unicorn companies globally, but a staggering 22% of the cumulative valuation is attributed to just 20 of these companies. This article takes a closer look at […]
In the 13th episode of the neonVest podcast, the spotlight falls on Kate Brodock, the insightful General Partner of W Fund, as she shares her journey and outlook on the venture capital (VC) landscape, especially focusing on the underrepresented founders. This episode is a deep dive into the nuanced challenges faced by female entrepreneurs and […]
The venture capital (VC) landscape in Q2 2023 showcased a total investment of $29.4 billion, marking a decline from the $44.4 billion amassed in the previous quarter. This decline of 34% signals the impact of economic uncertainties and a dip in IPO activities, reflecting a cautious approach in the investor community. Amidst this backdrop, the […]
Securing institutional funding is a critical milestone that often serves as a springboard for further growth and valuation ascents. Among the echelons of startups, a select group distinguishes itself by achieving unicorn status—a valuation of $1 billion or more. The pace at which these startups secure their first institutional funding varies significantly, mirroring the diverse […]
In the 12th episode of the neonVest podcast, we are interviewing Aakash Jain, Associate Partner at VU Venture Partners to understand why a global and sector-agnostic fundraising strategy wins. VU Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital fund focusing on Consumer, Enterprise, FinTech, Frontier, Healthcare, and PropTech. According to their website, VU Venture Partners makes about […]
On October 5th at 2pm EST. neonVest will be doing a webinar with Forecastr on tools to scale your business and raise VC funding, along with creating the financial model needed to achieve these important goals. Every startup founder looking to raise capital in the next 6 months should attend this webinar. Let’s give your financial […]
In the 11th episode of the neonVest podcast, we are interviewing Luca Parolari, Senior Associate at DCVC Bio about investing on the frontiers of Deep Tech. According to his LinkedIn profile, Luca is a Doctor of Medicine and graduated summa cum laude from the university of Bologna (Italy). He also holds a PhD in Neuroscience, […]
At neonVest, we are constantly evolving to better serve the entrepreneurial community, aiming to create avenues that foster growth and forge meaningful partnerships in the venture capital sphere. Today, we are excited to launch our marketplace model, an initiative that grants you a higher degree of autonomy in selecting your industry experts, enhancing the personal […]
In this 10th episode of the neonVest podcast, we had the pleasure to chat with Hee Jung, Head of Investment at SK Discovery. According to his LinkedIn profile, Hee Jung is a Corporate Venture Capitalist making investments in cleantech, renewables, and sustainable energy. He is an experienced Interface Manager with a demonstrated history of working […]
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