Feb 28, 2025
In this episode of Investor Connect, host Hall T. Martin and co-host Kat Delvedio dive into TenCapital's initiatives and upcoming events aimed at bridging the gap between startups and investors. We emphasize the importance of building investor relationships and share details about key programs like the Family Office...
Feb 28, 2025
Milestone Your Valuation Caps
Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing.
In strategizing your fundraising, it’s best to break your raise into tranches.
Most raises start with a Convertible Note or SAFE Note so one uses a valuation cap rather...
Feb 27, 2025
You’re Too Early for Us
Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing.
Startup founders raising funding will often hear an investor say ‘You’re too early for us.’
Many founders believe the investor may be a candidate for a future raise.
In...
Feb 26, 2025
Keep Going Till the Money Is in the Bank
Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing.
In fundraising, the deal is not done till the money is in the bank.
Many founders stop their fundraise when an investor says, “I’m in.”
It’s important to...
Feb 25, 2025
Fundraise Closing Rate
Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing.
In sales, the average close rate of prospects is 5% to 10%.
This often seems low to first-time salespeople who view their product as superior to the competition.
There are many...