Part 1

Getting started

Every startup begins with an idea. This section helps you to take the first practical steps toward building your business.
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Are you investor ready? A practical guide for tech founders

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Understanding equity fundraising: a simple guide for tech startups

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The Welsh tech ecosystem: a guide for founders

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What do investors look for in a tech start-up?

Part 2

The fundraising journey

Fundraising can be complex. Here, you'll learn how to prepare, pitch, and navigate the process from early conversations to closing your first round.
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The fundraising journey: a step-by-step guide for startup success

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Why your wellbeing is your tech startup’s most important asset

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How to value a tech startup: pre-revenue and post-revenue valuation methods explained

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How to create a great pitch deck

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Intellectual Property: a guide for startups

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Pitching to investors – what you need to know

Part 3

After your first investment

Securing funding is just the start. This section covers what to do next — from managing investor expectations to using capital wisely.
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The first 100 days: post-investment guide for founders

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Preparing your tech startup for the next funding round

Part 4

Working towards an exit

Even early on, it helps to understand your endgame. Explore common exit paths and how to build with long-term outcomes in mind.
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A guide to exit strategies and future paths for tech founders

Part 5

Inclusive and relationship-driven fundraising

Fundraising is about people, not just capital. Learn how to build meaningful investor relationships and raise in a way that reflects your values.
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Underrepresented as an entrepreneur? Leverage your uniqueness

Part 6

Resources & tools

Access practical templates, tools, and guides to help you make informed decisions and move faster at every stage of your journey.
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Tech startup glossary: essential terms for founders