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While private market LPs are holding out from the market, public sector LPs are more important than ever. Public investors like EIF and KFW are stepping up to support Europe's VC landscape, especially critical during economic uncertainties. We invited David Dana of EIF and Christian Roehle of KFW, as well as Joe Schorge of Isomer Capital and Michael Sidgmore of Broadhaven Venture to have a discussion for The State of European Fundraising Report. Here's why we think their support matters for the ecosystem. Brings stability in uncertain times. Public investors provide crucial support, ensuring promising VC funds get a foothold even in downturns. It's shifting our focus. Their investments are increasingly targeting sustainability, climate tech, and disruptive innovation (deep tech, AI, etc.). It creates a lifeline for emerging funds. Public involvement is often vital for not just the first closing of funds but for their very existence. Learn how to navigate the effects of the #TechReset. Get insights from The State of European Fundraising Report. https://buff.ly/3KJ23W3 Delivered to you by EUVC | Isomer Capital | Floww. #EUVC #fundraising #venturecapital #industryreport

Institutional Investments in European VC Funds🙄 Despite the efforts by the European Investment Fund (EIF), the majority of institutional investors in Europe are not even remotely interested in providing funding to VC funds. Especially to the emerging GPs, what we encountered when introducing the opportunity to invest in Fund I of the climate-focused World Fund. Some of the largest institutional investors in the CEE did not even bother to take an intro call with the amazing GP Danijel Višević, saying they are not comfortable investing in emerging VCs. In case the EU governments will not provide some huge incentives for insurance companies, pension funds, and banks to invest in VCs, I see no real potential to change the mindset of the decision-makers and more allocation of capital into the European VC ecosystem. Based on that, we will see more US and international capital coming to Europe, which will profit from European deep tech and climate tech investments. I hope I am wrong...🤷♂️ ✅ Looking to raise capital for your #VCfund and increase the international pool of your LPs?   🤝 Need warm #LP introductions?   📝 Selling #secondaries to increase liquidity?   🧐 Looking for co-investments (Series A/Series B)?   ▶ G+QUANT's link for inquiries and fund decks: https://lnkd.in/gjC_EuTE #VentureCapital #VentureFunding #VentureDebt #Fundraising #Innovation #Technology #Entrepreneurship #Investing #Network #Investors #LPs #GPs #EmergingManagers #FamilyOffice #Markets #Economy #Business #Founders #Startups #StartupFunding #ai #artificialintelligence #unicorn #secondaries #secondarydeals

The Web3 funding landscape has shifted 💫🐻🐂—VCs now demand strong foundations, clear structure, and proven traction. Learn the key strategies for raising capital in 2025 from Sergii Malomuzh (Rewump), Pedro Miranda, Nir Netzer (Tenity) and Tom P. (Flight3): 👉 https://hubs.la/Q032Zv9T0 #DeFi #Web3 #CEE #Funding

LemFi, the platform transforming how immigrant communities access financial services, has raised $53 million in Series B funding led by Highland Europe with participation from previous investors Left Lane Capital, Palm Drive Capital, Endeavor Catalyst and Y Combinator. The new round brings LemFi’s total capital raised to $85 million to date. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ewk3u-pJ #LOUG | Ridwan Olalere Rian Cochran

The next STRATFI round is expected to open this Fall 2024! When should you start your application? The answer is NOW. Start securing all the required commitments today, as the 30-day application window won't be enough. Got questions? Reach out to The Outpost—we're here to help! #STRATFI #Funding #Innovation #StartupSupport #TheOutpost

Anyone who's been in venture for a while knew a correction was coming. 2021's FOMO frenzy felt quite similar to the dot-com bubble of 2000. We can't avoid the correction, but we can prepare for it. 👉 Margins and profitability. Ensure the company has long-term sustainability. 👉 Focus on resilient markets. Investors guide founders towards markets with strong demands. 👉 Extending the runaway is a top priority. You need resources to navigate this economic shift. 👉 Hold onto your best people as much as you can. The right people will help you overcome this difficult time. Learn how to navigate the effects of the #TechReset. Get insights from The State of European Fundraising Report. https://buff.ly/3V1TvOF #EUVC #fundraising #venturecapital #industryreport Delivered to you by EUVC | Isomer Capital | Floww.

Understanding is just as important as doing. Before we act, we must truly listen and grasp the nuances of the communities we serve. Proud to be part of this important dialogue around empowering older workers and creating economic stability. Let’s continue these conversations and make a lasting impact! #EquitySummit2024 #WorkforceInclusion #SocialImpact #CommunityEmpowerment #FestivalOfTheDiaspora #EconomicStability

What will investors typically ask for or expect during science-tech due diligence? (6/8) Part VI of the "How to Prepare for Science-Tech Due Diligence" series. → Techno-Economics (Delivered Costs) Investors want to understand whether your technology will be cost-competitive at scale. They will review your techno-economic analysis (TEA), which estimates capital costs, operating costs, and potential revenue. A well-executed TEA serves as the foundation for predicting profitability under certain conditions and provides key insights into your unit economics. You can find TEA benchmarks by fundraising stage in the image. Keep an eye out for the last part of the series coming soon, and if you haven't already, download our full free guide to preparing for science-tech due diligence: https://lnkd.in/dQPuVxpG #funding #fundraising #deeptech

💡 Some raising advice for early stage businesses at the pre-seed/seed stage from our previous raise. Even though there is less funding available in the UK compared to the US, I've always been super vocal about the incredible incentive the government has put in place in terms of S/EIS. These schemes massively increase liquidity within the startup ecosystem while giving investors an incredible downside protection. If you've not read up on it, time to spin up ChatGPT and get involved! #EISA #EIS #SEIS

What happens after getting the initial acceptance? 🤔🎉 There are two main scenarios: 1️⃣ You’ve already raised the other 50% of the seed fund needed, and we can move forward with the technical development process! 💻🚀 2️⃣ You still need to raise the remaining 50% from angel investors or VCs. 💼💡 In this case, we provide you with a “Letter of Commitment” that guarantees the funds from FasterCapital for a specific period (usually under 3 months). ⏳ This letter ensures that the money is reserved for your project, giving you time to secure the rest! ✅📝 👉 Get free consultation by visiting the link below if you want to benefit from our services! 🌟 //https://lnkd.in/esU6UK-J Join the program here! 🚀✨ #StartupJourney #TechDevelopment #AngelInvestors #VCFunding #SeedFunding #BusinessGrowth #FasterCapital #FundingStrategy #StartupTips #EntrepreneurSuccess