#86 - How Founders Should Navigate Raising Capital | Jason Georgatos

Jason Georgatos is the President of Partners for Growth, a global investment firm providing tailored debt financing to high-growth companies. With over 20 years of experience in scaling businesses across the US, Australia, Asia, and Europe, Jason has become a trusted partner to ambitious founders navigating expansion. In todays conversation, he explores the nuances of growth financing, the psychology of entrepreneurs, and the evolving landscape of alternative capital, offering practical advice on building resilient businesses and sustainable partnerships.

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(00:00) Introduction
 (06:58) Early Career and Path to Finance
 (12:43) The Role of Partners for Growth
 (20:31) Lessons from Working with Founders
 (28:10) Alternative Financing vs Venture Capital
 (35:37) Building Trust with Entrepreneurs
 (42:21) Growth Capital in Different Markets
 (50:16) Common Mistakes Founders Make
 (57:39) The Future of Growth Financing
 (01:04:20) Evaluating Risk and Reward
 (01:12:12) Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
 (01:18:30) Closing Reflections