SEEN 2024 kick-off by Tech: NYC & Visible Hands, followed by two of NYC’s leading investors and co-chairs of NYC's Venture Access Alliance – Fred Wilson, Managing Partner at Union Square Ventures and Jarrid Tingle, Managing Partner at Harlem Capital – on how founders and investors can work together to sustain NYC’s competitive edge.
2:35PM
The Right Way to raise money: the new vc playbook
The roller coaster of VC activity in the past few years have understandably left founders with whiplash on the right moment to pursue new funding. That’s particularly true for underrepresented founders, who receive funding at a miniscule rate that has barely changed in the last decade. These top investors pull back the curtain on how they pursue new investments, with tips on how founders of all diverse backgrounds can get a leg up.
3:15PM
COFFEE BREAK
3:30PM
Alternative pathways to funding
Explore the evolving landscape of startup funding in this insightful panel. Leading NYC founders will discuss innovative approaches beyond traditional venture capital, including crowdfunding, revenue-based financing, corporate partnerships, and more. Learn how to navigate and leverage these alternative funding sources to fuel your business growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur or investor, this session offers valuable strategies to diversify your funding options and accelerate success.
4:10PM
How I Raised
Join Next.NYC and Charlie o' Donnell for a special edition of the long-running series sharing best practices on raising a seed or series A round – from the founders who just did it.