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Brad Flora (YC Group Partner)
Group Partner at Y Combinator, co-founder and CEO of Perfect Audience, and active angel investor. Brad helps guide hundreds of startups, providing insights on fundraising, hiring, and early-stage growth.
Carta
A San Francisco–based technology company that provides cloud-based equity management software for private companies, helping them manage capitalization tables, valuations, regulatory compliance, fund administration, and tax documentation.
The Complete Guide to Startup Fundraising (Seed to Series C)
This detailed guide systematically breaks down each phase of startup fundraising, including preparation, discovery & outreach, pitch & meetings, due diligence, and term sheet & negotiation. It offers practical timelines, milestones, and real-world investor insights.
Brad Flora - Y Combinator Group Partner
Brad Flora is a Group Partner at Y Combinator, an experienced founder and investor, known for his insights on startup fundraising, product-market fit, and team building. He co-founded Perfect Audience and advises numerous startups.
Sam Wong - Startup Advisor
Sam Wong is a five-time entrepreneur with three successful exits, CEO of FundableStartups.com, and author of '21 Secrets of Successful Startups'. He is a seasoned startup advisor and coach, specializing in startup development, funding, investor readiness, and execution strategies. He provides actionable insights for founders through his online academy and YouTube content.
Slidebean
Slidebean is a YouTube channel that creates storytelling-driven videos analyzing startup, tech, and business topics. They offer deep-dives and explainer videos about business failures, tech industry narratives, and startup case studies.
Carta (Official)
Carta is a financial technology company that provides software solutions for capitalization table (cap table) management, valuations, and fund administration for private companies, investors, and employees. They offer centralized, real-time tracking of company equity, ownership percentages, and stock option grants, reducing reliance on spreadsheets. They also provide valuation and compliance tools, fund administration, and compensation and liquidity tools.
Mastering Startup Fundraising: A Founder's Roadmap
A comprehensive guide for startup founders on mastering the fundraising process, from understanding different funding stages and assessing capital needs to crafting compelling pitch materials, building investor networks, preparing for due diligence, and negotiating terms. This roadmap covers essential strategies for securing funding from pre-seed to later stages, providing insights crucial for business, finance, and product development.
Startup Funding – 2025 Guide
A comprehensive guide breaking down emerging fundraising trends, offering clear strategies for market validation, robust financials, alternative funding options, and crafting powerful pitch materials.
Ukrainian Startup Fund YouTube Channel
The official YouTube channel of the Ukrainian Startup Fund (USF), providing resources and information for Ukrainian startups, including content related to fundraising, investment, and startup development.
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