Next Round Ready
Next Round Ready
Christopher Hines
Where founders meet investors. Host Chris Hines features early-stage companies raising capital and the emerging fund managers investing in them. Founders: Get discovered by 200+ active investors. Investors: Access committee-vetted deal flow and build LP fundraising credibility. Your next round starts here.
Exploring Venture Funding Models ft. Ethan Mayers
Title: Rethinking Venture: New Paths for Success and Funding InnovationDiscover how the traditional venture capital model is evolving and explore alternative funding options that align with diverse definitions of success. Ethan from Palafox Ventures sh...
Jul 13
34 min
What is Pre-Seed Funding?
Take the free Fundability Assessment: https://raise.nextroundready.vc ( https://raise.nextroundready.vc )Startup funding comes down to knowing the right details. In this video, we'll discuss how pre-seed works and what you can expect in startup funding...
Jul 9
5 min
What Investors Look for in Pre-Seed Startups
Get the free Fundability Assessment here: https://Raise.NextRoundReady.vc ( https://Raise.NextRoundReady.vc )In this episode, Lolita Taub shares her journey through the startup ecosystem, emphasizing the role of community and clarity in fundraising and...
Jul 7
37 min
He's Raised $1.5B for Startup Founders
In this episode, we explore the entrepreneurial journey from corporate life to startup investment and founder support. Steve Walsh shares insights into how he discovered his niche, the power of community in investing, and the key signals that indicate ...
Jun 23
27 min
Why Decks Usually Fail
Most pitch decks fail after the second slide. Learn how to fix your pitch deck tips to keep investors engaged past the introduction.This guide breaks down common investor feedback gathered from over 100 meetings. If you are a founder preparing to raise...
Jun 18
11 min
Unlocking Extraordinary Leadership in Startups Kelly Perdew
In this episode, Kelly Purdue, co-founder and managing partner at Moonshots Capital, shares how a focus on extraordinary leadership drives investment decisions and company success. From military training to media mastery, he offers tactical insights fo...
Jun 16
28 min
5 Things You Need Before Investor Intros
In this episode, Chris shares essential non-negotiables for founders seeking investment, including product readiness, clear funding plans, targeted investor lists, compelling pitches, and fundability criteria. Learn what investors look for and how to p...
Jun 4
9 min
The Startup Founder Guideline ft. Craig Cummings
Discover the insights from Craig Cummings, co-founder of Moonshots Capital, about what makes startups investable, how founders can improve their fundraising game, and why pressure is a privilege in entrepreneurship. This episode offers a candid look at...
May 18
39 min
Traction as the Foundation for Fundability: Key Strategies for Startups
In this episode, Chris dives deep into what it really takes for early-stage startups to demonstrate traction and become attractive to investors. He emphasizes that results matter more than just ideas and shares practical tactics to prove you're moving ...
May 13
13 min
How Faith and Impact Shape Venture Investing with Darrell Frater from TGN Ventures
In this episode, Darrell Frater from TGN Ventures shares his unique perspective on venture capital, emphasizing faith-driven investing, supporting early founders, and creating meaningful societal impact. Whether you're an investor, founder, or simply c...
May 11
25 min
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