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Ep 2: The VC Roadmap: How to Get Ready for Growth with Edel Coen

June 28, 2022 • Pennie • Season 1 • Episode 2

In this episode of Let's Take Stock, we’re taking a look behind the scenes at the startup/VC relationship.

From securing the funding, to expanding into a new market - we’ll be lifting the lid on what goes on when a VC decides to come on board, and what every founder needs to know to for a successful partnership. Joining us to discuss this area further is Edel Coen, Principal at Molten Ventures.

Edel started out in Silicon Valley where she worked with Irish enterprise software companies on their US market entry strategy. She then focused on early-stage sustainability and digital health ventures with BVP, and now she focuses on Enterprise, Deeptech, and Digital Health with Molten Ventures.

TOPICS WE DISCUSSED INCLUDE

What do founders need to know to attract an investor
“Green Flags” VCs look out for
The various steps involved in the onboarding process
The role equity comps hold
The things founders need to look out for in their share pool when expanding
And examples of the above

CONTACT AND RELEVANT LINKS

Edel Coen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edelcoen/?originalSubdomain=ie
Molten Ventures: https://www.moltenventures.com/