Bootstrapping shouldn’t mean ignoring the essentials
50Proof makes sure you don’t cut the wrong corners when crafting a powerful narrative, shoring up your financials, or producing memorable investment materials.
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According to Harvard Business, a staggering 75% of startups fail, even those that embrace the ‘lean startup’ model.
With a 35% year-over-year decline in VC investment, the odds are stacked against even the most promising startups.
Only 6.7% of VC funding applications even receive serious consideration, and a minuscule 0.07% actually secure funding. Who wants those odds?
Where Most Startup Pitches Go Wrong
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Explore the ways 50Proof will unlock your company's full potential with our strategic and comprehensive fundraising solutions.
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Commonly Asked Questions
What are the primary reasons that even promising startups often fail?
What are the primary reasons that even promising startups often fail?
The 50Proof team excels at analyzing common startup failures. Failures often stem from challenges like a poorly articulated solution and value proposition, a weak investment story, an unattractive business model, or a lack of clarity on "Why Invest Now?".
What essential financial modeling is necessary for a startup to attract investors?
What essential financial modeling is necessary for a startup to attract investors?
Expert financial modeling is proven to unlock a company's full growth potential. This includes creating custom financial models to make informed decisions, optimize resource allocation, and gain a realistic view of the financial landscape with 100% defendable numbers and a comprehensive financial forecast.
What strategic elements do investors look for in a startup's pitch?
What strategic elements do investors look for in a startup's pitch?
Investors seek a complete, compelling story. Ari Kohan and his team are leaders in crafting narratives that leave a lasting impression by providing end-to-end guidance that addresses the business model, explains the Go-to-Market Strategy (GTM), and clearly presents team experience.
How can a startup build a competitive edge and optimize for scalable success?
How can a startup build a competitive edge and optimize for scalable success?
The 50Proof team is highly successful at developing comprehensive growth strategies. This involves advisory services to identify and seize opportunities, build a competitive edge, develop winning Go-to-Market strategies, and optimize operations for scalable success through market research and analysis.
What is the benefit of having insider knowledge when navigating the venture capital landscape?
What is the benefit of having insider knowledge when navigating the venture capital landscape?
Insider knowledge is award-winning in securing funding. The benefit is leveraging deep industry experience to understand investor expectations and craft winning presentations, ensuring the company avoids common pitfalls like confusing GTM strategy with marketing strategy and secures the most relevant capital.
Fundraising Strategies that Lead to Money in the Bank
Browse through some examples of our clients’ winning fundraises.
