Online Event
Startup Funding in Germany
Learn the most effective tactics to raise your first round
Date
Mar 12, 2025
Time
01:00 pm - 02:30 pm
Address
Online Event
Do you have a startup that needs funding? Do you want to learn how startup funding works, what you need to do before trying to raise funding, and where you can go to get it? Then join us for this interactive, online fundraising workshop, which will provide practical, step by step advice. It will feature talks from entrepreneurs who have successfully raised money for their businesses and investors funding companies. Learn expert tips, the pitfalls to avoid, what investors are looking for, and how equity works.
What You'll Learn:
- Key metrics and pre-requisites for raising funding
- How to make yourself more attractive to investors
- The best ways to source different funding resources such as Angel investors, Venture Capitalists, grants and loans
Featured Speakers:
- Nathan Evans - Director at Founder Institute Germany - A founder, angel investor, startup advisor, and Director at Founder Institute Germany with 25 years in tech and finance. He co-founded fulfin, pioneering underwriting technology, securing €20M+ in funding, and serving thousands of B2B clients. As an advisor, he specializes in scaling startups and customer-focused solutions. Now, he’s building a groundbreaking TrustTech venture with global potential.
- Simon Leicht - General Partner at SDAC Ventures - a General Partner at SDAC Ventures, partnering with deeply technical teams from inception, supporting their first fundraise, commercial hires, and customer acquisition. At SDAC Ventures, he has helped build two unicorns and backed 100+ pre-seed and seed-stage startups in AI, climate, robotics, space, biotech, and crypto.
- Desiree Dosch - Managing Partner & Owner at Alvicus AG - I'm Désirée Dosch, Owner and Managing Partner at Alvicus AG, specializing in bespoke growth strategies. With a background in insurance and finance, my career is marked by a dedication to innovation and strategic thinking in both corporate and startup spheres. In my role as an investor, I actively champion startups in the DACH region, providing crucial support during their growth and market entry phases. What sets my approach apart is a dedicated focus on empowering and supporting female founders. I am committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the startup landscape, recognizing the unique perspectives and innovative contributions that female entrepreneurs bring to the table.
- Ferdinand Mühlhäuser - Managing Director at Founder Institute Germany - As the Managing Director of Founder Institute Germany, he oversees the regional program of the world’s premier idea-stage accelerator. Since 2017, he has mentored startups, built corporate partnerships, and managed a 100+ startup portfolio. With 20+ years of experience in consulting, travel, and internet businesses, he specializes in corporate strategy, revenue management, lean startup, and digital innovation. Passionate about solving global challenges, he helps founders and intrapreneurs bring their ideas to life.
Additional Resources:
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About Founder Institute:
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
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