Thrive Through Connection

Building a Fundraising Process with Jenny Fielding

On the twelfth episode of the Thrive Through Connection Podcast, we welcome Jenny Fielding. Jenny is the Co-founder and Managing Partner at Everywhere Ventures, a global pre-seed fund backed by 500 founders and operators. She joins us to discuss how founders can build a fundraising process, from high-level strategy to tips for creating a strong data room. What You Can Expect to Learn from Jenny * Why most founders don’t have a true fundraising process (and how to build one) * The dangers of taking casual investor meetings when you’re not fundraising * How to balance “always being ready” with clear periods of active fundraising * How to prepare emotionally and tactically before launching a raise * How to use progressive disclosure when fundraising

Unlocking the Power of Networks with Evan Walden

On the eleventh episode of Thrive Through Connection, we welcome Evan Walden, the CEO and Founder of Getro, powering branded job boards and talent networks for venture capital funds, startup accelerators, professional communities, and governments across the world. Evan joins us to discuss how founders and VCs can tap into their networks to fuel relationships and growth. What You Can Expect to Learn from Evan * What led to Evan starting Getro * The power of connections and community * Lessons from Techstars and their “Give First” mentality  * Hard-earned lessons about fundraising, focus, and being a founder

Going From a Founder to CEO with Enjoy The Work

On the tenth episode of the Thrive Through Connection podcast, we welcome Lesley Ross and Jonathan Lowenhar of Enjoy the Work, a San Francisco-based startup advisory firm serving startup founders and CEOs worldwide. Jonathan and Lesley join us to discuss how great founders can turn into great CEOs.  What You Can Expect to Learn from Lesley & Jonathan * The difference between being a founder and being a CEO * How founders can purposefully train to become great CEOs * How best-in-class leaders make the transition * How to maintain control of your board

Understanding Secondaries in Venture with Hunter Walk

On the ninth episode of the Thrive Through Connection podcast, we welcome Hunter Walk. Hunter is a Partner and Co-founder at Homebrew, a seed-stage venture capital firm backing mission-driven founders. He joins us to discuss emerging trends in the venture space since Homebrew’s founding in 2013. What You Can Expect to Learn from Hunter * How seed-stage investing has changed in the last 12 years * What’s driving the rise of secondaries in venture * Why Hunter believes secondaries are here to stay * How founders can think about secondaries for their business * Why Hunter helped launch Screendoor to invest in VC funds

The Power Laws of Venture with Andrew Dumont

On the eighth episode of the Thrive Through Connection Podcast, we welcome Andrew Dumont. Andrew is the Founder and CEO of Curious [https://www.curious.vc/], a long-term holding company that buys and grows software companies with empathy. Andrew joins us to discuss the economics of venture capital and what it means for founders starting companies today.  What You Can Expect to Learn from Andrew * How the power law shapes venture capital * Why many great businesses can’t raise their next round * Alternative paths for founders post-venture * How Curious supports sustainable software companies