The Pitch Season 13: The Human Side of Venture
Feb 19, 2025
Meet a captivating mix of founders, including a Johns Hopkins ER doctor, a Formula 1 engineer, and an artist. They share their unique journeys and the personal stakes behind their startups. With negotiations at an all-time high, tension fills the air as they face off against some of the sharpest VCs in the game. Experience the passion and excitement as these diverse entrepreneurs take their shot at securing investment and transforming their dreams into reality!
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Diverse Founders' Unique Journeys
- Founders came from diverse backgrounds like emergency medicine, Formula 1 engineering, and art.
- Many started companies out of personal challenges like student debt or family history in public housing.
Negotiations Turned Up to Eleven
- Negotiations between founders and VCs can get very intense, even beyond usual levels.
- Founders need to be prepared for tough questions and valuation challenges.
Investment Offers Meet Thresholds
- One investor offered $50K, but the startup required minimum $100K investments.
- Founders and investors clashed over valuation and investment terms.