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Class Questions

• What are the steps involved in raising funds from investors?

• The fundraising team—what are the roles and responsibilities?

• What can entrepreneurs expect from the fundraising process?

• How can the fundraising process be accelerated?

• How long does it take to raise funds from investors?

• Are all entrepreneurs risk-takers?

• What are the steps in the fundraising process, from the perspective of the venture investor?

• Should you go with a large or a small intermediary? Do you choose the marquee-name Wall Street investment bank or the equivalent of the M&A mom & pop store down the street?

• Professional fundraisers—what do they do, how do they operate?

• Angel introductions and advice--how valuable?

• What are investors looking for in the due diligence process?

• What are the advantages and disadvantages of bringing in a professional fundraiser?

• Closing the round—how is it done? What can go wrong?

• How do you demonstrate positive momentum as part of the fundraising process?

• How long does the due diligence process take when raising funds from venture capital investors?

• How is the decision made within the fund--on which candidates to select?

• How do you prepare the company before you raise funds from investors?

• When is the company ready to approach venture investors?

• When should you consider hiring a professional fundraiser?

• What should entrepreneurs expect today in terms of due diligence?

• When do lead investors bring in follow-on investors?

• What materials do you need before you start to approach venture investors?

• What are the steps in the fundraising process, from the perspective of the lawyer?

• What can entrepreneurs expect from the due diligence process?