Michigan Founders Fund的动态

Why Startups Fail: Over the last several months, we have been treated to a constant cacophony of dirges sung to commemorate once-promising startups that unexpectedly went bust in an environment where VC funding hasn't been exactly what it was two calendar years ago. Most recently, we have been treated to the obituary of Mobius Motors, which joined a slew of other startups (Gro Intelligence, Copia, iProcure, Twiga Foods) that shut down after raising a cumulative $483m(!) in investor funds. Startup failures are not a new phenomenon, and may happen due to a combination of factors detailed in the graphic below:

?? 30 seconds with an investor in an elevator?? "The best investor pitch doesn't feel like a pitch at all - it's a genuine conversation about solving a meaningful problem."? SINQ would like to pass its heartfelt gratitude for the insightful session with Saskia Kloezeman. We appreciate your initiative in supporting new startups ???? #SINQSINQ #Startup #ElevatorPitch

Thank you startport GmbH for giving us the opportunity to share some of our insights with exciting startups on the topic of investor readiness and for the interesting exchange of experiences. It was a pleasure co-hosting this session with you Philipp! I love how I learn a little something new every time. See you down the road dear startups who attended today! Thanks for your questions and for taking the interest ?? ?? #eylaw #startups #workshop #investorready

Chicago Startups – Here’s an Opportunity You Don’t Want to Miss! In the fast-paced world of startups, knowledge is your greatest asset. You don’t need to know everything, but understanding who to engage and when can make all the difference in your success. For those navigating legal and business challenges, Lindsay Stencel has the expertise to guide you. With years of experience and a deep understanding of startup dynamics, she’s one of the best in the field. Take advantage of her insights and set your venture up for success. ?? Don’t miss out—connect with Lindsay today! #StartupSuccess #ChicagoStartups #LegalExpertise

Wrapping up the week like pros! Join us for a round-up of startup wins and a dash of ecosystem updates! Presenting to you this week’s IAN Group Startup Wrap. Swipe through for a snapshot of what kept the startup scene abuzz all week long! Indian Angel Network JV Ventures KKR Arpwood Partners #IANStartupWrap #funding #startupnews #Indianstartups #Indianews

Wrapping up the week like pros! Join us for a round-up of startup wins and a dash of ecosystem updates! Presenting to you this week’s IAN Group Startup Wrap. Swipe through for a snapshot of what kept the startup scene abuzz all week long! IAN Group (formerly Indian Angel Network) 8X Ventures | Arctic Invent | SanchiConnect #IANStartupWrap #funding #startupnews #Indianstartups #Indianews

We love the question M13 Partner Anna Barber poses below: "What's your vision for your customers that you see that they don't see for themselves?" More on how she evaluates founders ?

Building a $100billion company in the UK. ???? That's the challenge Hoxton Ventures want to tackle. In this clip, Hussein Kanji, shares his thoughts on what the UK's startup ecosystem should be focusing on. Finding the companies that can go stratospheric. ?? Watch the clip for more and catch the full interview on our website. ?? https://lnkd.in/eft-nNSQ #hoxtonventures #ukstartups #venturecapital #startupecosystem

Thrilled to share this exciting news from our CEO! Webvizio has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing startups in Pittsburgh by Dealroom.co ?? This incredible achievement is a testament to our entire team's hard work and dedication, and we are immensely grateful for the unwavering support from our investors and partners! #Webvizio #Startup #Startups #StartupInvestments #SoftwareStartup #StartupNews #ITStartup #TechStartup

Have an innovative idea? What should you do with it... and when? Join me and fellow founders/investors Brian Draves, Gadalia Montoya Weinberg O'Bryan, and Fred Kneip for a panel discussion on Sept 18th! Thank you to Access Venture Partners, Ten Eleven Ventures, and SVB for hosting this event at Denver Startup Week! RSVP in the comments below (click "Most recent" to ensure you see it). #startup #applicationsecurity #productsecurity #softwaresecurity #securitychampions #securityculture #securityawareness