Q&A
Summary: Andy Swindler poses several questions regarding venture capital and startups. They inquire about the key reasons founders might choose to raise funds through venture capital and ask how the transition from founder to funder affects mindset and network support. Additionally, they are interested in how Midwest VCs balance conservative approaches with supporting high-growth startups, the key indicators of momentum in startups, and effective methods for making contact (cold calling or emailing). A final question addresses the time investment in preparing a pitch deck.
What are the top reasons a founder should choose to raise money with a VC?
How have you had to shift your mindset going from founder to funder?
How has your network reacted or shifted to support you as a funder?
How do you reconcile the more conservative sensibilities of Midwest VCs with finding and supporting the next unicorn here?
What are the top three indicators of momentum in a startup you're evaluating?
What is a good way to cold call/email/LI you?
Should I be spending this much time working on my deck??
Dana Todd
·6 months agoLol the last question