Pack up or buckle up?
Venture capital model is well-suited for businesses with exponential growth patterns. For many startups, a steady 15-20% annual growth rate is a more realistic and sustainable goal. Founders can still realize strong economic success when partnered with the right investors. Venture buyouts offer a viable alternative, bridging the gap between traditional venture capital and private equity firms.
What’s left for founders when investors move on?
Drastic recaps can have a major impact on equity and future upside for Fintech founders. Venture buyouts help recognize and reward the true worth of their businesses, giving founders a renewed opportunity to realize value.
Should you start getting fit for the summer?
57% of venture-backed startups have fewer than 18 months of runway left. As fundraising takes at 6+ months, most are on the clock to secure funds by mid-2024.
Are you ready to disrupt?
Fintech, AI and crypto are paving the ways to new businesses and monetization models. For founders and entrepreneurs, hustling, bootstrapping and focus on results prime. Ideas matter, but it’s all about execution.
Great People and Rigor
Great insights for founders from Jason Wenk in his fintech entrepreneur journey
1. Raise money from great people
2. Assemble a phenomenal team
3. Have operational rigor
4. Operate with some level paranoia and urgency
5. Control what you can control