What measurable results have you seen from the SF fundraising shift?
Replied byAlice Bentinck
Co-founder and CEO, Entrepreneurs First at Entrepreneurs First
Niche: Technology, Finance, Edu
Revenue: $1M+/month
Location: USA
Started: 2015 or
Valuations have doubled compared to before we anchored fundraising in San Francisco. The speed to close a round is also much faster. We expect fundraising to be done in two weeks post demo day, with demo day as the hard start. Previously in Europe it was more like six weeks.
0
From the Full Interview
This answer is part of a full interview with Alice Bentinck, Co-founder and CEO, Entrepreneurs First at Entrepreneurs First.
Share this Answer
Found this insight valuable? Share it with your network to help others learn from Alice Bentinck's experience.
Cite This Answer
Use this answer in your research, article, or academic work
Related Answers
Can you tell us how the business started and what that means to you today?
By Paul Guyett
Retail
$1M+/mo
How has the business evolved over the years?
By Paul Guyett
Retail
$1M+/mo
What leadership lesson stands out from managing a long-established company?
By Paul Guyett
Retail
$1M+/mo
How did customers react when you moved locations?
By Paul Guyett
Retail
$1M+/mo
Why was improving the showroom layout important?
By Paul Guyett
Retail
$1M+/mo
How important is industry knowledge to your business?
By Paul Guyett
Retail
$1M+/mo
Why did you decide to create your own brands?
By Paul Guyett
Retail
$1M+/mo