Amid high interest rates and election uncertainty, navigating the startup landscape has never been more challenging. Fortunately, our special guest, Steven Lord, is here to offer a broader perspective that may help ease your mind.
As a member of Burkland's Leadership Team, Steve serves as Managing Director of Service Delivery and our Chief Knowledge Officer. Steve has been in the trenches for a while, and his knowledge of the startup and venture capital ecosystem runs deep.
He joins us today on #StartupSuccess to discuss the current state of the startup and venture capital ecosystems and what to expect as we progress through 2024.
Steve expands on:
• The macro factors that are making the startup landscape and fundraising more difficult right now
• The pros and cons of using Venture Debt to extend your cash runway
• How to find investors who are allies and can make your company better
• Why a rigorous due diligence process that addresses all the “Gotchas” is a good thing for your startup
• The value of delegating to subject matter experts so you can stay focused on your product
Tune in for practical tips on how to survive and even thrive in today's startup environment. 🎧 Available now wherever you get your podcasts!
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