Financing is a crucial issue for startups. But how do I determine the necessary and appropriate capital requirements for my specific project? What types of financing are available on the market? What are their advantages and disadvantages for me as a founder, and what is their actual availability? What should I consider when negotiating contracts, and what should I definitely know when entering discussions with investors? What are the typical expectations of investors, especially regarding the team, the business idea, and the business plan, in order for me to receive financing? And what impact does successful financing have on the startup and my own working environment within the company?
The workshop will address all of these questions using practical examples. Dr. Martin Sundermann and Dr. Mark Friedrich will provide you with insights, recommendations, and tips to help you find the right financing for your business situation and for you as a founder in a targeted and efficient manner.
Other topics covered in the workshop include:
- How do I determine the company value?
- What are the rules of the game for equity financing and what is negotiable?
- What do subordinated loans, liquidation preferences, founder vesting and dilution protection, etc., mean economically?
- Are crowdfunding and cooperation possible alternatives to traditional VC or business angel financing?
- How much does the financing cost for consulting?
- How long does it take to obtain financing and how do the financing negotiations work?
- What is expected of me in a pitch?
