What does it really take to raise local seed capital?

About this event

Startup founders, join us for a candid conversation with Cape Town entrepreneurs who’ve recently closed pre-seed and seed rounds, to understand what it really takes to raise equity funding in today’s investment environment. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥? 📅 Thursday, 5 November 🕒 15h00 - 16h30 SAST 💻 Zoom Alexandra Fraser (startup mentor, early-stage investment expert and angel investor herself) will host the conversation to discuss: 💡 The fundraising journey: expectations vs reality 💡 What the due diligence process really entails and tips for ensuring you’re ready 💡 Juggling fundraising with growing and managing your business 💡 Common mistakes founders make when raising their first cheque 💡 Navigating deal negotiations and making sure you get a good deal 💡 What investor management entails, and preparing for your next round This session is open to all founders, with a particular focus on startups based in the Western Cape.