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What a night! Huge thanks to everyone who joined the Sandhill x Singularity YC F24 Happy Hour on Tuesday. We're really excited about the founders we've invested in these last few weeks. More on them soon ?? For upcoming events, venture news & more, sign up to our newsletter https://lnkd.in/eEJHNvp5 Adam Hardej Kate Russell Singularity Capital

Early-stage founders often 'spray and pray' with outreach, but digging deep on due diligence is key. Genetica's Christian shares how a targeted approach and the right platform connected them with Render Capital — even in the Midwest! ??? Tune in on Spotify https://lnkd.in/gabkhRX2 ??? Apple Podcasts https://lnkd.in/g8F45vCM ??? Youtube https://lnkd.in/gC-r6gXS

In this weeks episode of Inside the Deal, we dive deep into how to align your fundraising efforts with a VC's “sweet spot”! Key takeaways: Build momentum, use CRM tools effectively, and strategically manage timing for a successful fundraising process. Tune in! Watch on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gT9TTX4E Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gRJB8a4v Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gVJPH4k5

Adarsh Bhatt & David Ongchoco, Comma Capital dropped gems on startup reality: ? “Product-market fit doesn’t happen overnight—and hiring more people won’t create it.” ? “Over-hiring adds chaos. Founders making wild moves with capital leave teams wondering, ‘What’s going on?!" Rewatch GEN Z VZ Live ????? https://lnkd.in/gwikeWEs

New podcast episodes out every Tuesday #insidethedeal

Pre-seed seems pretty clear—it’s as early as it gets," says Adam Hardej, but Amit Vasudev brings in complexity to this discussion.? Is it funds raised during incubators, accelerators, friends and family rounds or just the "first money in"? After all, even $10M rounds for seasoned founders are sometimes labeled pre-seed. Catch Soso Sazesh & Amit Vasudev unpacking pre-seed’s complexities in Pre-Seed Rounds in 2024 https://lnkd.in/gpVwQTWD

Join us for the Sandhill x Singularity YC F24 Happy Hour! An exclusive evening for Sandhill Private members, YC Access Fund LPs & Portfolio founders. Time: 5.30 - 7.30pm PT Venue: Cold Drinks Bar, SF Enjoy drinks, apps, & great conversations. ?? Limited spots—RSVP (Not officially affiliated with YC, but we’re celebrating our F24 Access Fund!) Register Here https://lu.ma/drbb4t8p

What Made Genetica Stand Out to Render Capital? Genetica's focus on modernizing dispensary back-office operations with a data-driven approach aligned with Triet’s personal interest in data analytics and disrupting archaic industries. Securing Pre-Seed Funding in Smaller Tech Hubs ???? https://lnkd.in/gT3cXu4T Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g4arwYMb Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gvmGq2t3

??? New Episode of Inside the Deal: Securing Early-Stage Funding with Just an Idea How do you raise capital with nothing but a vision? Sabina Hemmi & Jake O’Shea share insights on turning ideas into funded ventures. #InsideTheDeal Listen now: https://lnkd.in/g8F45vCM