Raising capital is one of the most important—and often most challenging—aspects of building a startup. In this virtual workshop, Stephen Vincent Grassi, Co-Founder of Ellerra and an expert in startup finance, will break down the key steps every founder should take before meeting with investors. Whether you're gearing up for your first pitch or preparing for a seed round, this session will give you the foundation you need to approach fundraising with clarity and confidence.

​Stephen will walk founders through the financial, legal, and strategic groundwork needed for a successful raise. From understanding your company’s valuation to setting up a clean cap table, you'll gain practical advice that helps you avoid common mistakes and speak the language investors expect. You'll also hear real-world insights from Stephen’s experience advising early-stage startups.

​What you’ll learn:
✔️ How to prepare your financials before fundraising
✔️ Key documents every investor will ask for
✔️ Understanding valuation and dilution
✔️ What a clean cap table looks like (and why it matters)
✔️ The difference between SAFE, convertible notes, and equity
✔️ Red flags that turn off investors
✔️ How to build trust with financial transparency

​This is a must-attend session for early-stage founders who want to raise smart and stay investor-ready.

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