Investor Readiness Programme

The Investor Readiness series consists of the following six workshop modules, for which you can register individually:

Module 1: Investor Pitch Sparring | June 3rd 15 - 17:30
Are you planning to pitch to investors in the near future? Then this workshop is perfect for you. You will bring your pitch deck and receive feedback from a peer group. In addition, our expert Rebekka will give you valuable input and ask questions from an investor's perspective. The interactive session will help you improve your pitch, have the right answers ready and skilfully master your next investor pitch. Register here for Module 1.

Module 2: Investor Vision |  August 20th 15 - 17:30
We will discuss all the important questions that every founding team asks itself before looking for investors. Do I need an investment and if so, what for? What kind of investors exist and which ones are the right ones for us? What steps do I need to take to get an investment and what documents should I be able to show? In the workshop, you will be given starting points for discussing and debating these questions internally as well as the tools you need to start looking for investors. Register here for Module 2.

Module 3: Company valuation | 20 September 15 - 17:30
We will discuss the topic of company valuation using your specific examples. What options are available for company valuation, how do I calculate the company value and convey this to potential investors? Register here for Module 3.

Module 4: My appearance my impact | October
Appearance and impact should not be underestimated in the search for investors. We will do a hands-on training where you can analyse your appearance and your impact in conversations. You can try things out and learn how you can master the next interview or pitch with more flying colours. 

Module 5: Negotiation training | November
After the first pitches and initial positive discussions and advanced due diligence, you will enter into negotiations with investors. We go into negotiation strategies and practise how to conduct negotiations using examples.

Module 6: Investment Contracts and Red Flags | December
In this part of the Investor Readiness series, specific regulations such as liquidation preference, drag-along, tag-along and vesting are explained and the background and significance for founders and investors are discussed. We also discuss red flags in the contract / term sheet that you should be aware of. To keep things from getting too dull and boring, we will look at specific examples and learn from other founders.

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Fireside Chat | 17 October 18:30 - 21:00
Investors and founders talk about their experiences with investment. You will gain insights into the investment process and how you can convince investors.

• Knowledge of private and public investment options
• Development of your individual investment case
• Coaching and mentoring from qualified investors and start-up experts
• Access to the network and potential investors
• Exchange with other startups through the peer2peer approach

You can apply if you have successfully completed the first market and customer validation with your start-up. The programme is also open to teams that are working on their first high-tech or med-tech prototype and thus have higher capital needs and longer development cycles. The programme is aimed at seed startups seeking initial growth capital to further develop their successful prototype. In addition, you should plan to close an investment in the next 9 to 12 months. As the programme is conducted in English, you should be fluent in English.