Fundraising for Founders

July 17, 2025
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A part of our Founder Lab series, this is a curated, full-day experience designed for early-stage founders (pre-seed to seed) to connect, learn, and grow—together.‍

Held at The Delta Campus, this curated event brings together a group of 30–40 ambitious founders, COOs, and CEOs from the Berlin startup ecosystem. The day blends expert insight, peer connection, and practical learning, all within a relaxed and inspiring environment.‍

From coffee and connection to actionable workshops and strategy clinics, every element of the day is designed to spark growth — for you, your team, and your company.‍

Throughout the day, we’ll unpack what it really takes to raise successfully at the early stages of building a company, including:‍

  • Knowing when you’re ready to raise, and how much to go for
  • Choosing the right type of capital: equity, SAFE, convertible, venture debt
  • How to position your startup story and metrics for investors
  • Building a compelling fundraising narrative and deck
  • How to identify and connect with the right investors for your stage and vertical
  • Structuring a strong fundraising process from start to close
  • Navigating due diligence and negotiating favorable terms
  • Common pitfalls and founder mistakes to avoid

You’ll leave with practical fundraising strategies, a sharpened pitch, and meaningful connections—all designed to help you raise smarter, faster, and with more confidence.

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Agenda

10:00 - 11:00 Welcome Breakfast + Networking

Kick off the day with coffee, fresh pastries, and great company. Meet other ambitious founders in the Delta Campus café.

🎓 11:00 - 12:00 Masterclass: Fundraising in Today’s Market

An expert-led session exploring what it takes to raise successfully at the early stage — from crafting a compelling story and targeting the right investors, to running a disciplined raise and closing with confidence.

🔥 13:00 - 14:30 Fireside Chat & Roundtables with a Seasoned Founder or Investor

A candid conversation with a founder or investor who’s navigated multiple fundraising rounds, sharing unfiltered insights, wins, and missteps. Followed by small-group roundtables where founders reflect on their own fundraising journeys, exchange tactics, and dig into the challenges of capital raising in today’s climate.

🍷 17:00 - 18:00 After-Work Drinks

Wrap up the day with relaxed rooftop drinks, deeper conversations, and community connection.

💻 Throughout the day: Co-working @ Delta Campus

Make yourself at home during breakout sessions or between talks. Use the workspace to take calls, get through emails, or just recharge.

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This event is curated for Founders and CEOs of early-stage startups (pre-seed or seed stage) based in the Berlin area.

Ideal participants are those who are actively looking to grow — personally and professionally — and want to connect with fellow founders through a meaningful, high-trust deep-dive experience.

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