Champ Suthipongchai is a General Partner at Creative Ventures, a market-driven Deep Tech venture capital firm based in Oakland, CA. With VC firms in the U.S. spending only half of the $435 billion ...

Fundraising is hard for every startup, but only deep tech startups face questions like this from VCs. Innovation often does not come without issues, and there are problems regardless of how good your ...

Raising capital isn't just about building a pitch deck — it's a marathon of psychology, timing and storytelling.

Most board members understand that their role includes helping bring in money for a nonprofit, but they don’t always know how best to go about it or feel comfortable asking others for donations. This ...

My business partner Mickayla and I wrapped up the fundraise for Groove Capital Fund II at the end of May. [Bang the gong]. It’s a $15.5 million fund, which will be used to lead pre-seed rounds in high ...

Fundraising is one of the most misunderstood—and emotionally draining—parts of building a startup. Many founders think a polished pitch deck with a good idea will get them funded, but investors don’t ...

Web3 fundraising has evolved; investors now demand strong business models, clear tokenomics and market validation. Remember, smart money matters; beyond funding, strategic investors can provide ...

Raising capital is about more than just the pitch—it’s a complex process that requires strategy, preparation, and the right relationships. Join us on June 16th at 3pm ET for an exclusive webinar with ...

When you talk to both experienced and new fundraisers about their career trajectories, almost all mention the important role mentoring played. “I credit everything I’ve learned to people I’ve met with ...

It’s no secret that 2023 was a tough year for both startups and VCs. Economic turbulence, inflation spikes, and widespread tech sector layoffs had a trickle-down impact that saw 38 percent of ...

Following deadly flooding over the holiday weekend, North Texans are seeing appeals for donations. Read on for how to help ensure your support reaches people who need it. During press briefings, ...