Have you ever wished for an easy way to compare your startup’s financial metrics to benchmarks from businesses that are similar to yours?. 🧞 Wish granted 🧞. Try our new SaaS Benchmarks Calculator!.

Thinking of raising capital in 2025? 💸 . Knowing your startup’s true value is key to securing the right funding. Our free Startup Valuation Calculator uses real market data + years of experience to give you an instant snapshot of your worth. 👇.

It's vacation season. Taking time off can feel risky but it might be the ultimate startup stress test. ✅ Can your business run without you for a weekend?.✅ Will leads + revenue keep flowing?.✅ Will customers be supported?. If not, it’s time to rethink your systems.

When does it make sense to blend debt + equity? . Here are a few situations where blending capital strategies can be especially effective 📈:. ✅ Accelerate growth.✅ Extend runway during an equity raise.✅ Add flexibility in choosing partners.

On average, an effective marketing team brings in 81% of monthly leads according to @saleshandy. It's time to build out marketing resources that drive pipeline, leads, and revenue without compromising your ownership. 📈

SBA tightened rules on using loans to refinance MCAs, after rising defaults linked to risky cycles. Founders should avoid using high-cost debt as a long-term funding strategy. 💸 . Want to read more about these new SBA restrictions? 👇.

Our annual founder retreat is back this October. 👏 We're bringing together the Lighter portfolio for two days of connection, reflection, and insightful panels and speakers. In our portfolio?.RSVP now: Here's a few flicks from the last few summits. 👇

VC 3.0 is here. AI is changing how startups raise and how investors operate. From handshake deals (VC 1.0) to the tech boom (VC 2.0), we're now in a smarter, faster, more inclusive era. Check out the new rules of startup capital below 💸 👇.

AI adoption is moving faster than any tech shift before it. The new Bond Capital AI trend report shows just how steep the curve is. Integration isn’t optional anymore- it’s the foundation. Founders - AI is here. The question is: how are you planning to scale with it?

We’re proud to share that Lighter Capital has led a $6 million funding round for Plexus, an Australian legal tech company that’s reshaping how in-house legal teams operate. 🚀. Congratulations to the entire Plexus team! We’re thrilled to be on this journey with you.

Tariffs, turbulence & tech - what SaaS founders need to know in today’s economy. 💡. Marc Verissimo (Chairman @ Lighter & ex-SVB CRO) joins Melissa Widner to unpack market shifts & how to move forward with confidence. 🎧 Listen here: .

Next week marks the start of Saastr, and we’re excited to be teaming up with TriNet to co-host: Startups on the Green: An Exclusive TopGolf Evening. 🏌 . Space is limited. RSVPs will be reviewed, and invitations extended to approved guests. RSVP HERE 👉

Our Interactive B2B SaaS Benchmark Report compares your performance across the key financial KPIs that matter. Filter by industry, company age, or year to see how your startup stacks up. 👇.

Fast capital can help your startup grow - but only if the ROI is clear. 📈. To learn more, check out our recent article breaking down when short-term debt makes sense - and when it doesn’t👇.

A few of our favorite takeaways from our recent webinar with @forecastr 👇 . 💸 Non-dilutive capital isn’t a replacement for equity - it’s a complement. 🕰️ Timing matters. Choose the right capital at the right stage. 🫂  Choose partners like you’d choose team members.

What if a 2-min pitch landed you $5M? 👀. @SaaStrAnnual is back next month - this year’s AI Pitch Stage lets founders compete for $500K–$5M from Mayfield AI Garage. We’ve funded 15+ companies through @SaaStr connections. If you're building, let’s meet up.

In our latest episode of Bootstrapped, Kylie Troy-West discusses Factor House's $5 million VC raise, her advice for women in tech, the value of a proven product-market fit, and how a strong client network can make all the difference.👇 .

Next week, Jamie Moy will be a speaker in the “Angels, Debt, Equity Crowdfunding, and VCs: Which one is right for you?”webinar alongside Camille Richards of @StartEngineLA and Jeff Erickson of @forecastr . Join us on April 3rd at 1 PM EST!.

Building your business can feel like a solo journey, but it doesn’t have to be. From summits, an interactive slack group, and Lighter Leaders Collective monthly chats, our community is stronger than ever. Learn more about the Lighter network below👇.

If you're planning to raise capital in 2025, now is the perfect time to get a clear picture of your startup's worth. Check out our Startup Valuation Calculator to get an instant valuation👇.

Congratulations to @emilybest of Seed & Spark on being recognized as an NYC Tech Awards Startup honoree! We’re so proud to support Emily and the Seed & Spark team in their mission to enhance diversity and representation in storytelling. To the moon Seed & Spark! 🚀