We Live to Build Make investors become obsessed with your startup with Nick Spiller | WLTB Podcast #137
Nick Spiller is a Venture Principal at Capital Factory, an Austin, Texas based seed stage venture capital firm. Nick also coaches startups on how to raise money and assists them in raising money. Capital Factory team has helped 750+ portfolio companies raise billions in venture capital to date.
00:00 - Introduction with Nick Spiller, Venture Principal at Capital Factory in Austin, Texas
03:23 - The Purpose of Working with Startups and the Need for High Growth
06:49 - The Three Buckets of Investor Valuation and the Balancing Act Between Them
10:24 - Navigating the Tough Fundraising Environment and Avoiding a Down Round
13:40 - The Difficulty of Building Trust with Investors
16:53 - The Investor's Responsibility and Aligning with Entrepreneurs
20:15 - The Importance of Founders' Passion and Preparation in Pitching to Investors
23:36 - Tips for Successful Investor Meetings
27:02 - Strong Partnerships with the DoD and Deep Tech Investment Opportunities
30:40 - Supporting National Security through Innovation and Technology
34:14 - The Potential for Decentralization in the Wake of Supply Chain Disruptions
37:39 - Manufacturing in Southeast Asia and the Potential for India's Involvement
41:07 - Hard Decisions and Building Runway in Tough Times
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