1/5🚀 We’ve got exciting news!. We're delighted to announce the launch of @OpenseedVC, early believers in experienced operators as they take the leap to start their technology companies 🚀. #preseed #tech #angel #europe #africa #openseedvc.

RT @mariarotilu: Last week at #SuperVenture2025, we had a sharp panel on Micro VCs. The data is clear: Micro VCs often outperform larger f….

Valuation 101: How much is your early stage startup worth?.

RT @mariarotilu: 🚀 Ready to launch your first fund? Join us next week to hear how we built @openseedvc from the ground up!. I'll be sharing….

Read here -> The diligence process can seem daunting, but it’s a stepping stone to securing the right partners and growing your venture. 🌱🚀. #StartupJourney #Founders #Diligence #VentureCapital.

🚀 For Early-Stage Founders: Navigating Diligence 📝. Every two weeks, we share insightful resources for operators building their technology startups — sometimes, it’s your very first! 💡. This week, we’re diving into an important topic: diligence for early-stage founders.

Catch our Founder Maria Rotilu today at the @WVC:E Summit 2024! 🌟 Join her and an amazing panel as they dive into how change shapes the investing landscape. Don't miss this energetic discussion! 🚀 #WVCESummit #Investing

See you there! 👋 #OperatorOfficeHours #OpenseedVC #Operators #FirstFundingRound #AMA.

Slots are limited to allow for in-depth Q&A from participants, so make sure to register before they fill up. We are already 50% full! ⏳🔒.

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𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗚𝗲𝘁: - Honest and direct answers to your questions 🤝 - Tactical tips that are "unspoken" among investors and experienced founders🤫💡 - Clear understanding of what we look out for at Openseed 💜.

This Friday, we are hosting #OperatorOfficeHours for those thinking of launching their tech startups or raising their first round. 📆✨.

Experienced Operator Launching Your Tech Startup?👇🏾🚀 We'd love to host you to answer ALL your questions.

Founders, investors, what else to add? 💡💰🚀 #StartupTips #Fundraising #Startups #VentureCapital #EntrepreneurAdvice.

Raise funding from your lead investor first, then engage multiple investors simultaneously for better terms and competitive tension. Smaller investors can help attract a lead investor later, creating momentum in fundraising. 💰🚀🤝 #startupsuccess.

Raise your entire 💰 funding round at once if possible. If needed, consider tranching the round to take a break, achieve stronger milestones, and return for a top-up 💸 funding.

Hiring an advisor for fundraising can help, but it's better for investors to engage directly with founders. Using advisors for strategic advice is good, but having them lead fundraising calls can be a red flag for investors. 💼🔍🚩.

You need to balance fundraising with building your startup. 💰 Fundraising will take up time and can impact your operations. Expect pressure on your time ⏰ and resources, which can affect metrics and fundraising efforts.📉.

Investors prefer portfolio companies with complementary technologies or different markets to avoid internal competition. 🧐 Conduct thorough research on their portfolio. 📊.

Don't accept small checks. Keep minimum check highs as a filter. Smaller checks from angel investors or strategic partners can add significant value beyond capital. Flexibility in early stages is advantageous! 💸✅🚀.

Seemingly logical early stage fundraising advice can result in big missteps. 🤔💡🚫. Here are a few examples 👇🏾.