Key Facts
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successful editions
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participated startups
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raised funding in total
Fundraising Readiness Program
APPLICATION PHASE
Closed for the 5th Edition!
SUITABLE FOR
Already founded startups, MVP available
PROGRAM PERIOD
01.10. - 17.10.
LOCATION
TechQuartier Frankfurt
LANGUAGE
English
COST
free
Program Partners
Worried about your funding round?
Not sure, how to get started? Then join this program. You will receive support in preparing for financing rounds and fundraising. Attend the FREE full-day workshops, Deep Dives and optional coaching sessions, that provide you with the essential tools and knowledge to make a lasting impression on potential investors.
As part of our commitment to fostering a thriving startup ecosystem, StartHub Hessen and TechQuartier are proud to announce the launch of the highly anticipated 5th edition of this program. Last year, about 65 startups participated in multiple workshops.
Program Benefits
Why you should apply?
learn about financing options
refine your business plan
exclusive insights of VC's, Business Angels & startups
Program Topics
Become aware of your the possibilities of Fundraising and clear your milestones for the next steps.
Application
25 founding teams can take part in the one-day workshops. The workshops are performed as an in-person event at the TechQuartier.
Application for the 5th edition is over – pre-register for the next!
Please make sure that you have the following requirements:
Company is already founded
Founded or headquartered in Hesse or bordering states
At least Minimum Viable Product (MVP) available
Optimal: Planned financing round in 6 - 9 months
Key Dates
01
Oct
Skillset Workshop 1
Intro to funding and VC Model, Orientation Guide
09
Oct
Deep Dive 1
Financial Planning
02
Oct
Skillset Workshop 2
Intro to funding and VC Model, Orientation Guide
10
Oct
Deep Dive 3 & Pitch Training
Impact & Storytelling
08
Oct
Deep Dive 2
Term Sheet, Cap Table & Valuation
17
Oct
Networking Event
Panel, Pitches & Networking
Program Content
FREE CONTENT
Skillset Workshop
A meaningful business plan
Intro to funding and the VC model
Orientation guide to suitable financing options
Understanding of valuation methods and financing needs
Clear milestones for the next steps
FREE CONTENT
Deep Dive 1
Financial Planning
Insights into legal Aspects of Fundraising
Data Acquisition and Analysis
Revenue Forecasting
Capital Requirement Planning
Preparation of a Balance Sheet
Financial Evaluation and Sensitivity Analysis
Review and Update of the Financial Model
FREE CONTENT
Deep Dive 2
Valuation & Cap Table
Calculation of Capitalization Tables
Creating and Filling an Example Cap Table
Detailed Examination of a Sample Term Sheet, emphasizing the Content and Meaning of each Clause
FREE CONTENT
Deep Dive 3
Impact Investing
Introduction to Impact Investing
Key Metrics and Terminology
Tips for Negotiation with Investors
FREE CONTENT
Pitch Training
Develop your elevator pitch
Tailor the pitch and create your pitch deck
Learn more about Storytelling
PAID CONTENT
Coaching
After our workshop and deep dives, there will be an exclusive networking event for all participants, speakers and mentors. Don't miss the chance to get in touch with like-minded people, experts and maybe your mentor for the coaching phase! It's an exciting chance for five startups to receive individualized coaching tailored to their unique needs:
only 5 startups
chance to pitch on the networking event
8 weeks of individual coaching
3 Hot Desks in TQ CoWorking Space during Coaching
Program Speaker - Edition 5
Nikolaus BayerBusiness Angel
Business Angel Funding
Bianca PraetoriusStartup - Pitch Coach
Pitch Training
Ingo FranzVC Investor & Founder
Skillset Workshop 1 & 2
Harald BosM&H Advisory
Impact Investing
Leon WisskirchenCO-Founder & CEO, Velsa
Founder Impulse
Thorsten HennrichLawyer for IT Law
Law Input Session
Karin NemecFounder, grünfin
Founder Impulse
Peter GrouevCFO, tapline
Revenue based financing
Johannes von GottbergCo-Founder, amply
Financial Modelling
Christian FranzPartner, DFA DostalFranz
Law Input Session
Andreas HellFundraising Specialist
VC Workshop
Katharina BrückBusiness Angel, Femventix
Business Angel Funding
Arndt SchwaigerBusiness Angel
Financial Planning
Enzo CenciFundraising Consultant
Impact Investing
Philipp HannemannCo-Founder, Quantagonia
Founder Impulse
Philipp BönigLawyer for Corporate Law
Law Input Session
TESTIMONIAL
"As a founder I see my job as making sure we at r3leaf arrive prepared for success for the next milestones.
TQ gave me the best combination in deepdives and hands-on pragmatism on Fundraising-readyness I've found so far.
I now feel much more confident to be able to guide our team to funding our growth to maximize impact."
– Andreas Wittmann, Founder of r3leaf
(4th Edition)
Take your fundraising journey to the next level!
Contact
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Cristian Frigo
Head of Startup Programs
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Marketing Manager
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