: How to Raise Funding: Legal & Strategic Essentials for Startups and Scaleups

entrepreneurship

For ambitious startups and scaleups, capital is more than a resource, it’s a growth enabler. But navigating the fundraising journey is complex. From identifying the right investors to negotiating fair terms, preparation is key to securing the capital your business needs.

In the third session of our 𝗰𝗼:𝗹𝗮𝗯 Masterclass series, Olivier Van Raemdonck and Charles Groffils will clarify the funding process, providing practical legal and strategic guidance tailored to growing companies.

Join us for a hands-on session covering everything from pitch prep to term sheets and negotiations. Learn how to raise capital smartly and with confidence.

Key Topics:

  • How to prepare for investor discussions
  • Legal and strategic elements of funding rounds
  • What to include (and avoid) in a term sheet
  • Tips for negotiating with angels, VCs, and strategic investors

 

Practicals

October 21, 6 pm – 8 pm (bites and drinks included)

N-Cube, Ghent

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