It’s no secret that start-up funding is down in 2024 as investors weigh in on the AI hype cycle. In the current economic climate, where funding is tighter, and investors are more cautious, startups seeking venture capital face rigorous scrutiny. Due diligence becomes a critical phase, where potential investors dissect every aspect of the business...
As the competitive landscape of business intensifies, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role has evolved from managing numbers to playing a crucial role in strategic decision-making. One of the critical areas where CFOs make significant contributions is in assessing whether a company’s products or services are achieving product-market fit (PMF). Product-market fit occurs when a...
For startups with less than nine months of runway and less-than-clear product market fit, pursuing a parallel path of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) alongside fundraising allows founders to feel like they can travel towards two paths with both as viable options. This dual approach provides flexibility and increases the chances of securing the necessary resources...
Taylor received a call from her board, “We’ve got bad news. You’re going to need to shut down your startup” Her heart sank, and her stomach tied in knots. She knew this was coming but hoped she had a few months left. “We’ve got a couple of numbers for you to call. Pick a wind-down...
On Thursday, March 28, 2024, Ravix Group had the pleasure of hosting “Women in AI: How to Fundraise and Scale in 2024.” The panel featured Courtney Chew of SSM Legal as the moderator, and panelists included Danielle D’Agostaro of WVV Capital, Abby A. of SNØCAP, Melissa Widner of Lighter Capital, and Ashley Pantuliano of OpenAI. Sponsors included: Lindsey Mignano of SSM, Jacquelynne Suguitan and Kate Kozak of TriNet. Some highlights: 🚀...
