Bringing a Group of Investors Together Effectively

Series A investment is a major milestone in the growth of a startup representing achievement, validation, and future potential.

Did you know that:
1. There were approximately 880 Series A deals in the U.S. in 2021.
2. In 2021, the median Series A for a startup was around $13 million.
3. Only between 20% and 30% of seed-funded companies raise Series A funding

It is difficult to achieve enough to be worthy of a Series A, but equally difficult is the challenge of finding the right mix of investors to complete the round. It simply isn’t enough to have interest unless the right syndicate (a group of investors investing under the same terms) can form. It takes time to find the right lead investor (sets the terms) and then the additional investors to complement them and contribute to the funds your startup needs. Furthermore, in an ideal syndicate, these investors will work well together to help you achieve your goals and participate in subsequent rounds.

Why You Should Attend:
- Learn when it is the right time to raise
- Gain an understanding of the decisions you need to make before beginning to speak to investors
- Learn how to more precisely target the right investors
- Determine the right amount to raise
- Learn the typical timeline required to complete this fundraising goal
- Gain insight on the different types of Series A investors and how their differences contribute to their fit into a particular deal
- Hear some examples of how startups have assembled the right mix
- Learn the typical mistakes that entrepreneurs make that cause them to take longer or even fail at raising their Series A

What You Will Leave With:
- A pre-fundraising checklist
- Definitions of Series A, Lead Investor, Term Sheet, and other capital market terminology
- Ideas on presenting your company in an attractive way to the right investors
- A list of tips to bring the right group of investors together

About Garibaldi Capital Advisors

Garibaldi is Canada's leading investment bank for mid-market technology companies. We help Canadian technology companies with key financial transaction milestones, such as raising growth capital or selling their company, through its Capital Advisory services. By leveraging access to key investors or acquirers, technology industry sector knowledge, and financial insights, Garibaldi is able to maximize valuation for its clients. By understanding the needs of technology entrepreneurs, Garibaldi creates a better experience for entrepreneurs completing these complex transactions.

www.garibaldicapital.com