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As part of the Founder Institute’s new series of free online startup events for entrepreneurs practicing social distancing, on September 23rd we were pleased to welcome three top startup leaders and investors: Jeanne Mariani SullivanKiki Mwiti, and Mariah Lichtenstern for a live, interactive webinar panel event on early-stage funding trends.

Fundraising is one of the biggest challenges startup founders face. And this year, it's been even more difficult to keep up with fundraising trends and changes. Watch the video recording of this online event below to hear from these three top startup leaders and investors on how fundraising as changed due to COVID, as well as learn tips and tricks to prepare for your first round of funding.


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