Beyond VCs: Funding Strategies for Early-Stage Founders,

About the event

Overview

Startup Founder Series is a high-impact series dedicated to empowering early-stage founders by connecting them with insights and opportunities from industry experts, investors, & entrepreneurs. Taking place on December 16th in New York City, this second event, in collaboration with Paul Hastings, will explore alternative strategies and funding sources beyond traditional venture capital.

Theme & Focus

This panel will center on the theme "Beyond VCs: Funding Strategies for Early-Stage Founders". Attendees will gain insights from angels, syndicate leads, rolling funds, and founders who have navigated alternative funding landscapes. The discussion will cover topics like attracting investors, preparing for syndicate funding, and evaluating pros and cons of diverse financing options.

Event Structure

• Panel Discussion:A 60-minute discussion across 2 panels, featuring investors and founders, followed by a 10-minute Q&A session for each panel.

• Networking: A structured networking opportunity, connecting founders with alternative investors and potential mentors.

Who Will Attend?

Our event brings together 100+ early-stage founders founders, from Pre-Seed to Series A, as well as investors, industry professionals, and experts focused on supporting the startup ecosystem.

Why should you sponsor?

What Makes Our Event Unique?

• Founder- Centric Approach: Our series prioritizes the founder’s perspective, exploring strategies that promote sustainable growth and founder control.

• Exclusive Access to Experts: Our carefully curated panel features investors and founders who specialize in various funding pathways, offering attendees exclusive insights.

• Hands On Advice for Immediate Impact: Our discussion is designed to go beyond high-level advice, diving into actionable steps for founders.

• Tailored Networking Opportunities: Our structured networking helps founders and investors meet people who are aligned with their goals.

Amy Quan

About Brderless:

Brderless was born from the vision of a founding team representing developing countries and minority communities, dedicated to helping founders navigate the post-Web2 world. We offer a next-generation, founder-first model aimed at driving innovation without boundaries. We are committed to reshaping the startup ecosystem by championing diversity, equity, and inclusion and empowering innovative founders through strategic mentorship, AI-driven models, and exclusive access to elite networks.

About Team:

• Amy Quan - Co-Founder: With 8+ years in edtech, Amy founded PAPERPLANE, one of the largest NGOs in Vietnam, impacting 15,000+ individuals by providing professional soft skills training through intensive workshops and the development of a ML platform. Previously, Amy co-founded YHOC, a healthcare tech startup, where she developed tech-enabled first-aid devices, acquired by the government. At Strategy&, Amy conducted due diligence and growth strategies for various companies from early to growth stages.

• Daniel Simon - Co-Founder: investor with deep experience in the startup and venture capital ecosystem. Previously, he founded and served as CEO of MEALCO, an AI-powered platform for virtual restaurant storefronts, raising $20M in venture funding. With a background in venture investment through his roles as an investor at FJLabs and Viola Growth, he invested in hundreds of startups. Daniel earned his MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management.

 

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