Market Traction & Company Shares 101 for Scientists. A VC's perspective from the Nuclear Tech Sector. A chat with Guerric De Crombrugghe, Founding partner @Nuketech

Nov 10, 2023

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Featuring Guerric De Crombrugghe, Founding Partner at Nuketech, we dive deep into the intricacies of Market Traction and Company Shares.

Discover how nuclear technology startup founders can navigate today's complex energy landscape. From obtaining crucial market feedback to understanding the value of a letter of intent, this episode covers vital aspects for anyone interested in the future of nuclear energy and Deep Tech.

Host: Nicola Marchese

Guest: Guerric De Crombrugghe

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Intro

(05:23) How did you come up with the idea of founding a nuclear-focused VC fund?

(06:15) What does a VC look for from founders at TRL4/5? In your opinion, what's the difference between a research project and an investable company in the nuclear sector, and, more broadly, in Deep Tech?

(07:59) How can a STEM founder be sure that what they are developing is relevant to the market?

(10:31) From a venture capitalist's perspective, what significance does a Letter of Intent (LOI) hold for an early-stage Deep Tech startup?

(11:43) Will they steal my idea? Why is it always valuable to get feedback from industry stakeholders?

(12:48) Cap Table and Shares 101: How to be investable from your equity side.

(17:03) What is the usual risk profile of a Nuclear Tech Startup in the context of today’s Nuclear Energy landscape?

(21:52) What are the next emerging trends in nuclear tech?

KEY THEMES COVERED:

1. Nuclear Energy Market: Current opportunities for founders and investors.

2. Venture Capital Insights: Evaluation criteria for projects at TRL4/5, distinguishing between research and investable enterprise in nuclear and Deep Tech.

3. Market Relevance and Traction: The importance of customer feedback, what it means to have market traction, and the effectiveness of a letter of intent.

4. Idea Protection and Communication: Addressing the fear of idea theft and the importance of early communication with clients.

5. Cap Table and Shares: How to make your startup investable and understand the importance of equity in the early stage.

6. Risk Profile of a Nuclear Tech Startup: Risk analysis, supply chain requirements, main bottlenecks, and the need for an infrastructure revolution.

7. Emerging Trends in Nuclear Tech: What are the next trends and innovations in this sector?

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