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Do you have a startup that needs funding, or are you preparing to raise your first round? Join us for "Startup Funding in Chicago," an online discussion where experienced investors and successful founders share practical insights on how startup funding works. Learn how to prepare before approaching investors, make your startup more attractive for funding, and find the right opportunities from angels and venture capital to grants. Get real-world examples, expert tips, and advice on what investors look for, how equity works, and common mistakes to avoid to confidently move forward in your fundraising journey.

❯ Guest Speakers include:

  • Andy Cwik (Co-Founder & CEO, hubub)
  • Rinku Patel (Co-Founder & CEO, Polysight)
  • Jason Jacobsohn (Managing Director, Propellant Ventures)
  • Eric Broughton (CEO, OK2Charge)

❯ What You'll Learn:

  • The key metrics and prerequisites for raising startup funding
  • How to make yourself more attractive to investors
  • Proven methods to approach and connect with investors
  • The most effective ways to source funding from angels, VCs, grants, or loans
  • Common pitfalls founders face during fundraising (and how to avoid them)

❯ Who Should Attend:

  • Founders preparing to raise their first round of startup funding
  • Entrepreneurs seeking to understand how investors evaluate opportunities
  • Aspiring founders exploring different funding paths
  • Anyone interested in learning about the local startup funding ecosystem

❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/392109/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!

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