In-Person Event

Startup Funding in Miami: What It Really Takes to Raise

Learn the ins and outs of fundraising

Date
Mar 17, 2026
Time
06:00 pm - 09:00 pm
Address
The LAB Miami, 2750 NW 3rd Ave, #24, Miami, FL, United States
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Raising capital isn't about pitching harder. It's about building something worth funding. Join us for a candid conversation on what it actually takes to raise money in Miami: from pre-seed through early-stage rounds. This session features founders who've successfully raised capital and investors actively deploying it. We'll cover: key metrics and pre-requisites for fundraising, how investors evaluate traction and venture-scale potential, common mistakes founders make too early, how equity and term sheets work, and more... If you're serious about raising or preparing to, come ready to hear from those who've been there before.

Who Should Attend?

  • Anyone who is thinking about raising money for their startup 
  • Anyone who wants an understanding of fundraising for early stage companies

 

What is the Agenda?

  • Welcome
  • Panel featuring Founders who have raised capital, and Investors who fund startups
  • Q&A
  • Founder Institute intro
  • Networking

Speakers

Sam

Sam Payrovi

Founder & CEO @ ARKHAUS

Michael

Michael Assraf

CEO & Founder @ Flamingo

Justis

Justis Mendez

Managing Partner @ OneSixOne Ventures

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