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With David Rose (Founder, Gust).
Venue, To Be Announced
Jun 24 (Tue) , 2025 @ 05:30 PM
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Learn fundraising essentials from angel investor David S. Rose. This in-person event covers bootstrapping, grants, angel/VC funding, pitches, valuation, & more. Ideal for early-stage startup founders seeking capital.

Are you an early-stage startup founder navigating the complex world of fundraising? Join Startup Grind for an intensive, in-person session with legendary angel investor & serial entrepreneur, David S. Rose, as he delivers his renowned "Fundraising 101" workshop.

Based on his decades of experience raising & investing capital, & his best-selling books "Angel Investing" & "The Startup Checklist," David will cut through the noise & provide actionable insights on securing the funding your startup needs.

In this jam-packed session, you'll learn:

The critical distinction between small independent businesses & scalable high-growth startups-and why it matters for your funding strategy.
How to navigate the fundraising landscape, from bootstrapping & grants (like SBIR/STTR) to angel investors & venture capitalists.
The essential elements of a compelling pitch that resonates with investors.
How to understand & approach valuation, term sheets, & finding a lead investor.
Practical advice on building traction & demonstrating your company's potential.
How to understand, & navigate the different types of funding instruments, such as convertible notes, & safes.
How to build a fundraising sales funnel.
Insight into the angel investor mind set.
David's candid, no-nonsense approach will equip you with the knowledge & tools to confidently approach potential investors & secure the capital you need to fuel your startup's growth.

Who Should Attend:

Early-stage startup founders seeking funding.
Entrepreneurs looking to understand the fundraising process.
Anyone interested in learning from a seasoned angel investor.


About David S. Rose:

David S. Rose is a fifth-generation serial entrepreneur, a prolific angel investor, & the founder of Gust. He's invested in over 120 companies, including Comixology (acquired by Amazon & recent Startup Grind featured founder) & Jump Bikes (acquired by Uber). His insights are invaluable for any founder looking to raise capital.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business!

Agenda:

5:30pm - Founder Networking w/ Food & Drinks
6:30pm - "Fundraising 101" with David S. Rose
7:30pm - Discussion + Q&A
8:00pm - Meet David + More Networking
Tickets for this event include food & drinks, as well as exclusive access to this world-famous investor.

You'll also meet dozens of other high-performing entrepreneurs who are creating their next big thing. Seriously, it's some of the best founder networking in the city.

Getting a ticket guarantees admission. No waitlisting.

And don't miss our recurring founder social events over coffee or cocktails. It's a great opportunity for operators to network with each other to share best practices & find new resources to build your startup the right way. See our full event lineup here.
 
 
 
 
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