Product-market fit is that elusive state where your product not only meets market needs but does so in a way that resonates deeply with your users. Traditional markers of product-market fit, like rapid user growth or media attention, are lagging indicators. They tell you what has happened, not what’s going to happen. Many founders have...
For startups with less than nine months of runway and less-than-clear product market fit, pursuing a parallel path of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) alongside fundraising allows founders to feel like they can travel towards two paths with both as viable options. This dual approach provides flexibility and increases the chances of securing the necessary resources...
Taylor received a call from her board, “We’ve got bad news. You’re going to need to shut down your startup” Her heart sank, and her stomach tied in knots. She knew this was coming but hoped she had a few months left. “We’ve got a couple of numbers for you to call. Pick a wind-down...
On Thursday, March 28, 2024, Ravix Group had the pleasure of hosting “Women in AI: How to Fundraise and Scale in 2024.” The panel featured Courtney Chew of SSM Legal as the moderator, and panelists included Danielle D’Agostaro of WVV Capital, Abby A. of SNØCAP, Melissa Widner of Lighter Capital, and Ashley Pantuliano of OpenAI. Sponsors included: Lindsey Mignano of SSM, Jacquelynne Suguitan and Kate Kozak of TriNet. Some highlights: 🚀...
I noticed a missed call and voicemail on my phone: a client called me back. I immediately listened to her message, “We haven’t had a response to our email in over a week!” An angry message solicited by Yours Truly. I immediately called back, knowing exactly what to say. “Pam, I understand that she’s not...
On January 29, 2024, Ravix Group sponsored a panel hosted at Morrison Foerster’s beautiful downtown San Francisco office, “The State of Fundraising and M&A in 2024. Our co-sponsor, Flagstar Bank joined us with banker Calina Thompson. The panel included: Lindsey Mignano, SSM Theresa Tate, MoFo Danny Lopez, Orrick Francesca Ruiz, Gunderson-Dettmer Michelle Edwards, Perkins Coie ...
Welcome to “Evaluating Your Startup Financial Health,” a four-part series where we dive deep into crucial financial strategies for startups. In this series, we’ll focus on making substantial financial cuts, vigilantly monitoring every dollar, and accelerating Accounts Receivable collections. In this first part, we tackle the critical task of stabilizing your startup’s cash flow. This...
As a CFO for startups, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial a thorough market analysis is for any company, especially during a turnaround. Understanding your competitive landscape can illuminate opportunities and threats crucial for your strategy. Conducting a market analysis provides clarity on where your startup stands in the competitive ecosystem. It helps identify market trends,...
There’s an old saying, “Cash is King“. In the dynamic world of startups, while product innovation often steals the limelight, the real unsung hero in the narrative of sustainable growth is effective cash flow management. As a startup founder, understanding and managing your cash flow is not just a financial practice; it’s a strategic imperative,...
So, you’re thinking about bringing on interns? That’s great! Interns can inject some fresh energy and ideas into your startup. But there’s a lot to unpack about the intern game, especially around the myth of the ‘unpaid intern.’ Google “unpaid internship,” and most websites that pop up are law firms – ready to sue companies...
