Ep#327 Greg Baker: Attracting THE RIGHT INVESTORS: Learn How to Get Funding RIGHT!
The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra
Episode 327 of the Growth of Scaling Podcast features Greg Baker, Managing Partner of Alumni Ventures. Greg uncovers the secrets of venture capital. Are you a startup in search of the right investors? If so, then Greg has some sage advice for you!
In this episode, he discusses the importance of finding investors who align with your company’s mission and goals. He also sheds light on various other funding options available for startups, such as angel investors and bootstrapping. So tune in to find out how you can set up your company for success with the right venture capital partners!
If you're eager to crack the code of venture capital and secure the right funding for your growth journey, don't miss this insightful episode. Gain valuable knowledge and actionable advice from Greg Baker, a seasoned investor with extensive experience in venture capital.
Ways to connect with Greg Baker:
Website: https://www.av.vc/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/alumniventures
Company Twitter: https://twitter.com/alumniventures
Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alumniventures
Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alumniventures
Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregebaker/
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alumniventures/
What’s in this podcast episode?
00:34 Who is our guest, and what is his business
01:19 The difference between follow on investor and a lead investor and what they do to help them
03:10 Why is it beneficial to have more investors with a vested interest in your success
03:42 How many participants do they have on average
04:10 Why does it need to have a “trust but verify approach” as they attach to other company
07:06 What is their business's structure and growth journey look like, considering it's not just him but a team of people raising their funds
08:35 What do they do to start leveraging their network to access better investment opportunities
10:59 What he felt after being entrusted with over a billion dollars in his teen years
11:28 captainscouncil.com ad
13:23 What are the commonalities they look for in companies that make them confident in investing in them
18:52 The biggest driving factor they decide what businesses to fund
20:39 His opinion between going to VC versus PE versus debt
23:40 Someone in his circle that motivates and inspires him that helped bring him to his level today
25:11 Where to connect with Greg to learn more about him and his business
I highly suggest you watch this entire exchange between Greg Baker and ⭐️Todd Westra 📈
If you're looking for tips and strategies to grow and scale your business, this episode is for you!
Full episode details here: https://links.thegaspodcast.com/327
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