Venture Capital and Fundraising
Expert insights on venture capital fundraising, investor relations, term sheets, valuation strategies, and financial preparation for funding rounds.
PIPE Financing & Accounting for Startups
Kruze Consulting discusses everything you need to know about accounting for startup financing from Pipe.com, a new lending marketplace.
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4 Key Reasons to Raise Venture Debt
Explore why venture debt helps startups extend runway, refinance, fund new opportunities, and boost acquisition flexibility.
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Do Startups Need a DCF for a VC Round?
Kruze Consulting's VP of FP&A, Healy Jones, answers the question 'Do Startups need a Discounted Cash Flow Valuation (DCF) for a venture capital round?'.
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Do Convertible Notes Lower 409A Values?
Learn when a convertible note can decrease your 409A valuation, what valuation firms consider, and how smart startup accounting keeps you compliant.
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The Financial Data to Prepare when Seeking Series A Funding
Vanessa Kruze, CPA, discusses the financial data a startup should prepare when seeking Series A venture capital funding and common financial diligence items.
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How to Effectively Communicate with Your VCs
Clear, insightful, and constructive communication between startups and their venture capital investors is really important.
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How to Structure Startup Advisor Shares
Kruze Consulting discusses everything you need to know about distributing advisor shares and the different types of advisors at startup.
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Startup Valuations: How VCs Value Venture-Backed Startups
Learn how venture capitalists value startups at each funding stage, see real-world valuation trends, and understand what today’s market means for your next VC round.
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How to Pitch Your Startup During a Downturn
Raise in a downturn—learn how to pitch with sharper metrics, tighter storytelling, and runway discipline when investors are cautious.
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How to Handle a Co-Founder's Departure
Kruze Consulting gives advice on how to handle a co-founder leaving the company and finding the positives alongside the negatives.
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VC Due Diligence: What Investors Look For in Startups
Prepare for VC diligence by learning what investors scrutinize in teams, product, model, and financials before issuing a term sheet.
Bryan Long, MBA
How to Get in Touch with Angel or Seed Funds
Ever wonder “how do I get in touch with Angel or Seed Funds? Read to learn how to know exactly what to include in a cold email.
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