North Geelong - How to raise AI venture capital (and what VCs really look for)

Curious about how AI startups get funded - or what venture capitalists are really thinking when they hear a pitch?

Join us for an in-person session hosted by Andrew Lai, Managing Director of Boab AI, where we’ll unpack the realities of venture capital in the age of AI. With over $20 million in funds deployed and firsthand experience leading accelerator programs including SproutX, Boab AI and SMEC AI, Andrew shares what it takes for an AI company to raise capital, how startups are valued, and how investors actually decide where to place their bets.

🔍 What we’ll cover:

• How the startup funding journey works (with real numbers)
• What makes an AI startup “investable”
• The truth about VC incentives and how they impact you
• How to use traction and storytelling to win your first cheque
• A live startup scoring activity (yes, you get to be the VC)

Whether you’re an early-stage founder, angel investor, or just startup-curious, this is your chance to learn how AI ventures are evaluated and funded—direct from the front lines.

This event is being held at West 6, 33 Mackey St, North Geelong (NOT in Melbourne). Register below to attend.

Brought to you by Boab AI and supported by LaunchVic