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Batter Up is a live pitch event for founders. After 2 successful runs in the US, we're bringing it to Singapore on August 1! Here's how it'll work: - RSVP to the event and submit your pitch deck: https://lu.ma/93xj47x6 - Up to 8 founders will be picked live and have 2.5 minutes to pitch a panel of investors from Hustle Fund's Angel Squad - The investors will ask follow-up questions and offer feedback to the founders.... just like in a real VC meeting. - By the end of this event, you'll have a deeper understanding of why investors decide to invest in a company (or not). And the winner takes home a prize! This is for you if: - you're a founder looking to get feedback on your pitch - you're a founder just looking to learn from other founders - you're an investor looking to meet more founders, or learning more on how to evaluate companies We'll leave some time at the end of the event for your questions. Come curious! Spaces are limited: https://lu.ma/93xj47x6

🌟 Remember this? 🌟 A couple of months ago, we shared exciting news: 12 new people joined the People Ventures team! But they’re not here for us—they’re here for our portfolio companies. Through our People+ initiative, we’ve redefined what it means to be an active VC partner by connecting founders with an extended team of operators, each bringing deep expertise in: ✅ Commercial strategy to supercharge go-to-market plans ✅ Product innovation to stay ahead of the curve ✅ Scalable operations for long-term success 🚀 Now, it’s time to go deeper. Over the coming months, we’ll introduce you to each of these operators, giving you a behind-the-scenes look at their key competencies and how they’re helping startups navigate the challenges of scaling. 💡 Follow us for updates—you won’t want to miss learning more about the amazing people behind People+ and how they’re accelerating the journey for Nordic founders. Let’s build the future, together.

Want to get to know our founders in depth? Here´s your chance. We've recently launched our first European-wide portfolio showcase, featuring 65 of our best-performing European companies from 10 Antler locations across Europe! This is a fantastic chance to discover some of the most promising companies shaping the future. 👉 450+ portfolio companies across Europe 👉 Founders from 87 nationalities, 84% have worked for startups before, 30% of investments have women founders, 60% serial entrepreneurs  👉 150+ VC firms have invested in our European startups  👉 Co-investors: More than 150 VC firms have backed our European startups, including Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia Capital, EQT Ventures, LocalGlobe, and many others  👉 Sector focus: B2B Software (41%), Consumer Tech (17%), Energy & Climate (13%), Fintech (7%), Health & Biotech (9%), Industrials (7%), Proptech (5%) Ping me if you want to find out more about them!

Some key advice to founders - from investors! On Tuesday I had the pleasure of co-organising an event for La French Tech Nordics in Oslo on the theme ℍ𝕠𝕨 𝕥𝕠 𝕗𝕦𝕟𝕕 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕤𝕥𝕒𝕣𝕥𝕦𝕡. We had experienced business angels and professional VCs sharing experiences and giving their best advice to founders and would-be founders. Here's a summary of the key learnings our community got out of it when we asked them afterwards: ✔ 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 - bootstrap! ✔ 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆: you can’t get rid of them easily ✔ 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 prepare, make yourself visible, and network ✔ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗸𝗲𝘆 - founders and first employees ✔ 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 ✔ 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 ✔ 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗹, 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹, 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹! Traction before distraction For more details, refer to the comment section for link to the original post. Thanks to our great panellists for sharing their best advice! Experienced business angels Anne H Worsøe (Farmhouse Capital), Michel Sagen (Protonic Partners) and Raja Skogland (The Visionary Company, Board & VC) Professional VCs Victoria Somdalen (Statkraft Ventures), Jose Luis Almanza (Antler) and Jean-Guillaume Marquaire (Norselab) And Joachim Thorsen (Innovation Norway)

🚀Calling All #NYCFounders 🚀 Today, we are excited to launch the inaugural Founder-First Investor Award right here in the heart of New York City—a place that's grown from an emerging startup scene to a world-class tech hub over the last two decades. 🏆 Why nominate an #investor? This is more than just an award. It's your chance to publicly acknowledge an investor who has been instrumental in your journey—not just with capital, but with mentorship, introductions, and unwavering support. These are the investors who've helped you lead, scale, and build companies that define categories. If you have an investor on your cap-table who has gone above and beyond, make sure their contributions are celebrated. Nominate them for the NYC Founder-First Award using the link in the comments. Nominations close on May 16th. We can’t wait to hear your stories and celebrate the investors who make NYC’s startup ecosystem thrive.

"The secret to growth lies in the ability to adapt." We tend to forget this when we spend years in an industry, our perspectives become rigid. Which is why I want to invite you to join Favcy Venture Builders at the APAC Family Office & VC Conference happening on 20th Sept! 500+ family offices, VCs,  venture studios, angels & startup founders will be coming together to discuss crucial topics such as VC trends, AI’s role in venture building, and unique family office investment strategies. Because let’s face it - we all need new strategies to stay ahead. I’ve seen firsthand how traditional models can transform through venture building, and that’s exactly what Harshit Joshi will be talking about at the Conference! The insights we have gathered here at Favcy Venture Builders are nothing short of game-changing. If you want to learn how to unlock new opportunities for your family office or investments, this session is for you. 🗓️ Join us on 20th September, 3 PM onwards 👉 Register now: https://inniches.com/apac Max Pog Yamika Mehra Pranav Chaturvedi Ragini Sharma Harshit Joshi

🚀 In an uncertain economy, investors take different priorities when choosing companies to invest in. In my exclusive interview with Keith Koo Founder, Investor, and Host of Silicon Valley Insider, we dive deep into the ultimate decisions that angel investors make when choosing startup companies, and it goes beyond the valuation. Discover the key qualities and qualifications that can set your venture apart from the rest. Watch now: 🎥💡

Today, we’re spotlighting one of our trusted Partners, Andy Ambrose. Andy was the founder and CEO of LiveOak Technologies, which he sold to DocuSign, and has since been an early-stage investor. He’s passionate about educating entrepreneurs and helping them navigate their founder’s journey. He’s known for his hands-on approach, especially with early-stage founders. In Andy’s words: "As a founder myself, I know firsthand how hard it is to start and scale a new business. In the headwinds of today's fundraising environment, these challenges have become even more daunting. That's why being part of the Palm Venture Studios team is so energizing: We bring empathy, creative approaches to funding, and strategic value to startups who need a second chance. It's been an immense privilege to work with a passionate and accomplished team of founders, operators, and investors who are all committed to bringing value beyond capital." Last week, Andy joined our Fellows for an in-depth onboarding session on deal structures and deal types, covering crucial concepts central to how we do business: ✅ Preferred vs. common shares ✅ Asset purchases ✅ Debt restructuring At Palm, we’re proud to partner with experts like Andy who are helping companies unlock long-term value.

𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀 Securing the right funding is a cornerstone of startup success, influencing growth, control, and long-term strategy. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀: 1️⃣ Funding Options: Startups can leverage personal savings, angel investors, venture capital, or corporate funding, each offering unique benefits and trade-offs. 2️⃣ Growth Stages: Early funding often comes from personal funds or angel investors, while later stages require venture capital or strategic partnerships to scale. 3️⃣ Balancing Priorities: Founders must weigh control against growth potential, aligning their goals with the right funding source to build a strong, sustainable business. PS. check out 🔔 for a winning pitch deck the template created by Silicon Valley legend, Peter Thiel https://lnkd.in/ejp-Bhnu

What does it take for a startup to not only survive market disruptions but emerge stronger? Sometimes, the answer lies in pivoting—a bold but strategic move that can open new paths for growth and innovation. At Nubia Capital, we know that adapting to ever-changing market dynamics can be complex, especially for early-stage founders. That’s why we provide the insights, strategies, and financial backing you need to navigate these challenges. From reimagining your business model to unlocking growth opportunities, our resources are designed to help startups thrive, not just survive. Ready to scale your vision with the right support? Learn more about our approach and apply to join our portfolio at https://Nubiacapital.vc.