Venture Capital 101

Past Locations for this Class

Venture Capital 101 | Melbourne

Past Locations for this Class

About this class

This class is geared towards startup entrepreneurs, and provides an introduction to what is venture capital. Topics covered in this two-hour class will include:

  • Determining whether you’re investor ready
  • Equity vs Non Dilutive Funding
  • Whether or Not to Raise
  • How Accelerators work
  • Angels and VCs
  • How VC Firms work: Structure, Funding Rounds, Exits
  • How VCs Choose Investments
  • Pitching to Investors
  • Equity 101: Multiple Funding Rounds and Dilution
  • Valuation
  • Convertible Notes
  • Term Sheet - Structure and Key Terms
  • What Not to Do
  • VC in Australia

Takeaways

  • Determine if you should raise money from venture capital
  • Understand how venture capital firms work and make investment decisions
  • Explain how valuation is determined
  • Define standard financing terms
  • Understand the venture capital landscape in Australia

Prereqs & Preparation

None

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