Ha Noi Startup Founder 101

Starting your fundraising journey? Join this focused webinar to clearly understand what Venture Capital really is, how the VC model operates, and how investors make money. Led by Giang Trinh, Country Director of Founder Institute Vietnam, this session covers the investment lifecycle, investor expectations, and the logic behind funding decisions. You will also learn how VC differs from other funding sources. This is a critical foundation for early-stage founders before approaching investors. Note: This webinar is conducted in Vietnamese.

❯ About the Speaker:

• Giang Trinh - Country Director, Founder Institute Vietnam (FIV). He is also the Co-founder & Chairman of VMCG. With over 15 years of practical experience in strategic consulting, digital transformation, and investment structuring, he actively serves on the executive boards of various disruptive enterprises across multiple sectors in Vietnam.

❯ What You Will Learn:

• The fundamentals of the Venture Capital business model and how investors generate returns.
• The end-to-end investment lifecycle and core investor expectations.
• The strategic logic and criteria behind VC funding decisions.
• The key differences between Venture Capital and alternative funding sources.

❯ Who Should Attend:

• Early-stage founders building or refining their founding team.
• Founders preparing for their upcoming fundraising rounds.
• Aspiring entrepreneurs forming their first startup team.
• Anyone interested in understanding how investors evaluate startup teams and allocate capital.

A great idea is not enough—investors bet on teams. In this interactive session, you will learn what VCs truly look for in founding teams and how they assess "team risk," one of the biggest reasons startups get rejected. We will explore key factors such as complementary skills, execution capability, and long-term commitment. You will also learn how to present your team effectively during fundraising. Join us to understand how to turn your team into a real competitive advantage. Be ready to engage—this is a live, interactive session.

❯❯ Guest Speakers include Mason Anh Bui (Investment Principal - VC, Kasikorn X Venture Capital (KXVC)).

❯ What You'll Learn:

• What VCs look for in founding teams beyond the idea;
• How investors assess “team risk”;
• The importance of complementary skills among co-founders;
• What makes a team capable of execution;
• How to present your team effectively in fundraising.

❯ Who Should Attend:

• Early-stage founders building or refining their founding team;
• Founders preparing for fundraising;
• Aspiring entrepreneurs forming their first startup team;
• Anyone interested in how investors evaluate startup teams.

Fundraising is not just about pitching — it's a structured journey from idea to investment. In this interactive session, you will gain a clear understanding of how the fundraising process works, from preparation and investor outreach to negotiation and closing. You will also learn what VCs expect at each stage and how to position your startup effectively. The session highlights common mistakes that cost founders funding opportunities. Join us to build a strong foundation before starting your fundraising journey. Be ready to engage — this is a live, interactive session.

❯❯ Guest Speakers include HK Noh (Investment Manager, O3 Partners).

❯ What You'll Learn:

• Key stages of the fundraising journey from idea to investment
• How to prepare before approaching investors
• How to reach out to and engage with investors
• What happens during negotiation and closing
• Common fundraising mistakes and how to avoid them

❯ Who Should Attend:

• Early-stage founders planning to raise their first round
• Founders who want to better understand the fundraising process
• Aspiring entrepreneurs exploring startup funding
• Anyone interested in how startup fundraising really works