Any layman in the VC world knows that the quality of deal flow can be the single most important indicator of a fund’s performance. Obvious, right? So it’s also no secret why sourcing those deals is one of the most important and time-consuming activities performed by venture capital firms. It…

One of the ways that Africa is evolving into a true emerging market is that it is rapidly becoming a global focal point for entrepreneurial finance. In recent years, growth has been staggering. In 2021, African startups raised $5.2 billion in equity funding versus $1.43 billion in 2020 — a…

From startups to midsize companies, to large corporations, companies of all sizes create advisory boards to gain access to third-party perspectives they can trust. These groups serve as an important extension of a company’s leadership team and offer strategic insights and unbiased advice meant to drive business growth and innovation…

The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically elevated levels of uncertainty in the economy and financial markets. …

Angel investing is now a critical component of the entrepreneurial finance value chain. It involves high net worth investors seeking much higher returns than can be obtained through the stock market or through debt finance by taking a financial position in a startup. …

You’ve got the great idea, you’ve assembled your team and you’ve built an MVP. Now what? Founders transitioning out of the early formation stages and into the next stage of the start-up lifecycle–aka the validation stage–often lack the wisdom to know how they should proceed in scaling their startup. Enter…

While it might be true that depending on the investment stage VCs will focus on different aspects of your model, engaging in financial modeling is a critical part of building a sustainable business. And although each investor has his or her own criteria, expectations, and preferences when assessing investment opportunities…

If you are trying to break into venture capital, a great way to show off your investing chops is to go out and invest in startups in your own time, and on your own dime. That way, you can show VC firms why you decided to invest in a specific…

So you’re interviewing for a job at a venture capital firm. It’s exciting! But also semi-intimidating. You don’t really know what to expect. And of course, you want to make a good impression. But fear not! We’re here to help you better prepare. And that’s the key: preparation, preparation, preparation! …