Raising Millions for the Future of Sustainable Farming | Jessi Roesch - E31

In the latest episode of Funds and Founders, Jessi, founder of Downland, reveals how agrotourism and regenerative agriculture could revolutionize land management and food production. Discover how matching landowners with next-generation land stewards can restore landscapes and create sustainable business models.

Tune in to explore:

- The journey of building an AgTech startup from scratch

- How to leverage your unique strengths and network in entrepreneurship

- The crucial balance between mission-driven goals and venture capital expectations

- Strategies for validating your business model and preparing for fundraising

00:46 - Entrepreneurial journey

06:05 - what a land steward does and their responsibilities?

09:33 - Agrotourism

12:48 - Decision of taking passion to a full time job

16:48 - how did you get a hundred customer interviews?

20:52 - Regenerative farming

26:30 - Understanding the customer wants in a business

29:36 - Journey of a Solo founder

33:25 - Eliminating the uncertainty and challenges in the entrepreneur journey

34:47 - Crossfit journey

42:34 - Product Development Strategy for a Marketplace Startup

47:26 - Finding the right partners and right advisors

54:13 - Fundraising process

1:02:33 - Rapid fire question

1:09:15 - Question for the future Guest

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