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The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 11): Joe Orji (Trustcrow $550K Pre-Seed)Joe Orji, founder and CEO of Trustcrow joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss their latest $550K Pre-Seed Round, his lessons from real estate, and why international focus can be a competitive advantage.00:00 Introduction to Joe Orji and Trustcrow00:16 Welcome to the Fundraising Debrief Podcast01:21 Joe Orji's Early Career in Real Estate03:42 Transition to Nigeria and Landmark Africa06:07 Founding Trustcrow: The Vision and Challenges12:27 The Fundraising Journey: Strategy and Execution19:06 Reflections on Fundraising and Relationships26:42 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Remarks2024-05-2929 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 11) - Pablo Casilimas (One Six One Ventures)Pablo Casilimas, co-founder and managing partner of One Six One Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss his unconventional journey from an engineering student, through content marketing and event organizing, to founding 161 Ventures alongside a close friend. We cover strategies for sourcing and funding startups, the significance of founder-market fit, and insights into maintaining a venture fund's integrity by wisely managing GP entity ownership. 00:00 Welcome to VC Architects: Unveiling the Blueprint of 161 Ventures01:06 The Genesis of 161 Ventures: From Engineering to Entrepreneurship01:56 The Evolution of Gainesville's Startup Ecosystem03...2024-04-0344 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 10) - Genevieve LeMarchal (Suncoast Ventures)Genevieve LeMarchal, co-founder and managing partner of Suncoast Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss her journey from management consultant turned sales trainer to startup acceleration, healthcare tech, and VC fund manager. We discuss her passion for assisting entrepreneurs, her confrontation with imposter syndrome, and the origins of Suncoast Ventures. The conversation touches upon Genevieve's significant relationship-building efforts within her ventures and the importance of providing differentiated value to founders. 00:01 Introduction and Welcome01:21 The Journey to Venture Capital05:29 Learning from Failures07:51 The Challenges of Fundraising2024-02-0848 min
The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 10): Yoav Oren (Zoog $2.2M Pre-Seed)Yoav Oren, co-founder and CEO of Zoog joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss their latest $2.2M Pre-Seed Round, leadership during difficult times, and the role of the CEO for an early-stage business.00:01 Introduction and Background of the Hosts00:16 About the Podcast and Its Sponsor01:10 Interview Begins: Current Situation in Israel01:30 Challenges and Coping Strategies During War03:50 Role of a CEO During Crisis06:04 Adapting Business Operations Amidst Crisis08:56 Introduction to Zoog and Its Origin11:54 How Zoog Works and Its Impact13...2024-01-1748 min
The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 9): Kaia Parv (CrediLinq $8.1M Seed)Kaia Parv, co-founder and Chief Investment Officer of CrediLinq, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss their recent $8.1M Seed and Seed Extension raise and the unique challenges of raising capital for both a technology startup as well as a private credit fund.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:16 About the Host and the Podcast01:03 Introduction to the Guest: Kaia Parv01:26 Kaia's Career Journey and Transition to CrediLinq03:59 The Decision to Join a Fintech Startup05:59 Understanding CrediLinq's Business Model07:46 The Dual Structure of CrediLinq's Fundraising09...2023-12-1441 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 9): Jahn Karsybaev (Big Sky Capital)Jahn Karsybaev, co-founder and managing partner of Big Sky Capital, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss his journey from a multi-time entrepreneur to an angel investor and now fund manager. We unpack insights on fundraising for first-time fund managers, and the role of relationship-building in securing fruitful partnerships with LPs. John emphasizes the importance of maintaining a long-term vision, cultivating reputation and credibility, and bringing value to portfolio companies.00:00 Introduction and Background of the Hosts00:17 The VC Architects Podcast: An Overview00:56 Sponsorship Message01:07 Beginning of the Interview with...2023-11-2947 min
The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 8): Iliyas Issatayev (Hero's Journey $1.3M Seed)Iliyas Issatayev, founder and CEO of Hero's Journey, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss their recent $1.5M Seed raise and the unique challenges of raising capital for a Kazakhstan-based fitness technology startup.You can find Iliyas Issatayev on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/iliyas-issatayev-49ba2b10/ and learn more about Hero's Journey at https://herosjourney.kz/Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform helped thousands of founders from 65+ countries around the world raise hundreds of millions of dollars. Build your dream cap table with Flowlie's all-in-one Fundraising Hub...2023-11-0841 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 8): Luke Cooper (Latimer Ventures)Luke Cooper, founder and managing partner of Latimer Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss his journey from M&A lawyer to multi-time exited entrepreneur turned venture investor. He opens up about the pain, profit, and purpose that drove his transition and the impact he hopes to make as an investor. Luke also dives into his thesis at Latimer Ventures, which focuses on supporting black and Hispanic founders in the US.You can find Luke Cooper on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukecooperbaltimore/ and learn more about Latimer Ventures at https...2023-11-0642 min
The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 7): Keren Fanan (Giraffe $10.5M Seed)Keren Fanan, co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Giraffe, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss their recent $10.5M Seed raise with a global base of investors.You can find Keren Fanan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/keren-fanan-47268344/ and learn more about Giraffe at https://giraffe.us/Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform helped thousands of founders from 65+ countries around the world raise hundreds of millions of dollars. Build your dream cap table with Flowlie's all-in-one Fundraising Hub at https://www.flowlie.com/Stay up-to-date...2023-10-2548 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 7): Paige Doherty (Behind Genius Ventures)Paige Doherty, co-founder and managing partner of Behind Genius Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss her journey from student of the venture ecosystem to the youngest-ever fund GP. In this episode, we unpack Paige's content creation strategy, the early syndication days, and the first LP check.You can find Paige Doherty on X at https://twitter.com/paigefinnn and learn more about Behind Genius Ventures at https://www.behindgeniusventures.com/.Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from...2023-10-1939 min
The Funding Blueprint: Unlocking Startup SuccessTraits That Make or Break Startup Founders: Ego, Confidence, and Curiosity with Vlad Cazacu, Co-Founder and CEO of Flowlie Technologies (Plus: How to Get Constructive Business Feedback)Investor and two-time startup founder Vlad Cazacu shares lessons from his investor that startups should heed.
What traits are essential for a startup founder to display when walking into a meeting with a potential investor? Vlad shares his experience as both a multiple-time founder and an investor to help entrepreneurs understand the significance of intellectual curiosity, conviction, and the right balance of confidence in the success of a startup. He discusses the need for constructive feedback and embracing diverse perspectives for sound decision-making, as well as tips for avoiding some of the biggest mistakes he’s seen st...2023-10-1933 min
The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 6): Brad Larschan (Avadain $6M Reg. CF)Brad Larschan, Founder and CEO of Avadain, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss their success in raising over $10M with $6M of that through equity crowdfunding.You can find Brad Larschan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-larschan-a7736175/ and learn more about Avadain AI at https://avadaingraphene.com/Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform helped thousands of founders from 65+ countries around the world raise hundreds of millions of dollars. Build your dream cap table with Flowlie's all-in-one Fundraising Hub at https://www.flowlie.com/Stay...2023-10-1145 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 6): Ivan Montoya (NuMundo Ventures)Ivan Montoya, founder and managing partner of NuMundo Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss the SF Bay as it was in the late 90s, his journey to becoming LATAM's super angel and the decision to start his own fund.You can find Ivan Montoya on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanmontoya1/ and learn more about NuMundo Ventures at https://numundoventures.com/.Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from your network at https://www.flowlie.com.2023-10-0452 min
The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 5): Michael True (Prescient AI $4.5M Seed)Michael True, co-founder and CEO of Prescient AI, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss their latest $4.5M Seed Round, explore the strategy changes from their previous Pre-Seed Round, and jam on best tactics to build relationships with VCs before the round.You can find Michael True on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljtrue/ and learn more about Prescient AI at https://www.prescient-ai.io/Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform helped thousands of founders from 60+ countries around the world raise hundreds of millions of dollars. Build your...2023-09-2742 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 5): Maxine Minter (Co Ventures)Maxine Minter, founder and managing partner of Co Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss the Australian-US arbitrage opportunity, lessons from building her first fund, and the unusual VC market of '21 and '22. You can find Maxine Minter on Twitter at https://twitter.com/minmintymin and learn more about CoVentures at https://www.coventures.vc/. Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from your network at https://www.flowlie.com. Stay up...2023-09-211h 05
The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 4): Maddy Alcala (Gooten $11M Series A)Maddy Alcala, President of Gooten, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss their latest $11M Series A Round and her journey to lead the company.You can find Maddy Alcala on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/maddyalcala/ and learn more about Gooten at https://www.gooten.com/Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform helped thousands of founders from 60+ countries around the world raise hundreds of millions of dollars. Build your dream cap table with Flowlie's all-in-one Fundraising Hub at https://www.flowlie.com/Stay up-to-date with...2023-09-1344 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 4): Ihar Mahaniok (Geek Ventures)Ihar Mahaniok, founder and managing partner of Geek Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss the launch of his Fund I and share some of the learnings acquired as one of the most active angel investors in immigrant founders.You can find Ihar Mahaniok on Twitter at https://twitter.com/mahaniok and learn more about Geek Ventures at https://geek-ventures.com/.Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from your network at https://www.flowlie.com.Stay...2023-09-0642 min
The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 3): Lamine Zarrad (StellarFi $15M Series A)Dive into Episode 3 of 'The Fundraising Debrief' as we sit down with Lamine Zarrad, the mastermind behind Stellar Fi - a game-changer in the financial empowerment space. Fresh off a whopping $15M Series A round, Lamine sheds light on the secrets of fundraising, his journey with one of Austin's first unicorn startups, and his impressive exits. This episode is packed with invaluable insights for every entrepreneur. StellarFi launched just a year ago and recently announced a $15M in Series A funding, and $2M in ARR only 7 months after its launch! Lamine is an immigrant and ex-Marine who...2023-08-3048 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 3): J.P. Keating (ProChain Ventures)From J.P.'s reflections on inefficiencies in the supply chain to his passion for groundbreaking technologies, discover the secrets that drive the next generation of supply chain innovations. Don't miss out on Keating's insights into the importance of diversity in the industry, his valuable lessons from several CVC firms, and a special segment where he pays tribute to a mentor who shaped his journey. Tune in for an episode filled with wisdom, revelations, and a sprinkle of humor! [00:00:00] JP Keating introduces himself as the managing partner and founder of ProChain Ventures, emphasizing their mission to i...2023-08-2343 min
The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 2): Philip Odelfelt (Datavations $4.2M Seed)Philip Odelfelt, co-founder and CEO of Datavations, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss his latest $4.2M Seed Round and all the tactic used to assemble their cap table.Listen in as Philip spills the secrets on assembling a value-add roster of investors, the tactics that helped him secure capital, and why personal relationships are just as important as business acumen. Plus, he shares networking tips, book recommendations, and insights into the scalability strategies that are propelling Datavations to new heights.Whether you're a first-time founder or a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode...2023-08-1637 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 2): Sandy Kory (Horizon VC)From his daring investment in Palantir during the 2009 financial crisis to the challenges of managing larger seed rounds in today's market, Sandy shares invaluable insights that every aspiring investor should hear. Stay tuned for some rapid-fire questions revealing a surprise interaction with Elon Musk, and discover why trust is the cornerstone of fundraising. Don't miss this riveting conversation!Introduction and Overview [00:00:00]: Introduction of Sandy Kory and his background in VC. Overview of the podcast episode.Sponsor Mention and Dive into Conversation [00:01:00]: Mention of the episode's sponsor and beginning of the main conversation.Sandy's Angel Investment in Palantir [00:02:00]: Sandy's...2023-08-0936 min
The Fundraising DebriefThe Fundraising Debrief (Ep. 1): Kaben Clauson (Base $750K Pre-Seed)Kaben Clauson, co-founder and CEO of Base, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss his latest $750K Pre-Seed Round and all his learnings from the current round, past fundraising, and YC.You can find Kaben Clauson on Twitter at https://twitter.com/kbclauson and learn more about Base at https://www.joinbase.club/Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform helped thousands of founders from 60+ countries around the world raise hundreds of millions of dollars. Build your dream cap table with Flowlie's all-in-one Fundraising Hub at https://www.flowlie.com/2023-08-0244 min
The VC ArchitectsThe VC Architects (Ep. 1): Ali Jamal (First Check Ventures)Ali Jamal, founder and managing partner of First Check Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss his transition from angel investor to syndicate lead and now fund manager.You can find Ali Jamal on Twitter at https://twitter.com/MrAliJamal and learn more about First Check Ventures at https://www.firstcheckventures.com/Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from your network at https://www.flowlie.com/Stay up-to-date with all our episodes by checking our website...2023-07-2645 min