Investor Circle
Investor Circle is the podcast series from Canopy Community brought to life to capture insights from investors across the globe. In each short interview we get under the skin of how the investors think and make decisions as well as what kind of people they are.
Our goal is to build empathy within the community of the what, when, who, how and why behind raising funding for your startup. #Empatia
This series is primarily for Founders of early stage startups who are looking to raise their first funding, but it’s also helpful for investors looking to raise their first funds and for anyone in the ecosystem who is interested in how this all works.
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Note: you can also watch these episodes on youtube.com/@canopycommunity617
Episodes
13 episodes
Are You VC-able? Hard Truths About Startup Funding
Oli from Fuel Ventures unpacks the firm's investment strategy across their pre-seed and seed funds, sharing his personal "Venture Playbook" that guides their decision-making process. He reveals counterintuitive insights about founder profiles a...
Why Women Approach Investing Differently Than Men
Cintia, CEO of Core Angels, shares insights into how angel investing communities can democratize early-stage investing while providing powerful frameworks for investment decisions.• Core Angels operates 14 angel funds where investors po...
What Makes B2B SaaS Startups Irresistible to Investors
Marwa shares her unique perspective as both a former founder and current investment analyst at Hatch VC, providing insider insights into what early-stage investors truly look for in B2B SaaS startups.• Hatch VC backs B2B SaaS startups a...
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Why Building Trust Matters More Than Money in Energy Investing
Renato shares his journey as an investor in the clean energy space, bringing his unique perspective from corporate venture capital, pan-European investment, and angel investing experiences.• Background in engineering with over 10 years ...
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Why Your Investor Relationships Matter More Than Your Pitch Deck
Drew Ellis joins us from South Devon to share his entrepreneurial journey from designing iconic album covers for stars like Radiohead and Pink Floyd to running Eye to Eye Capital, a funding firm focused on projects aligned with the UN's Sustain...
Why Southwest Tech Startups Need More Angels
Ben Cooper, co-founder of Angel Investors Bristol and director of Tech Southwest, shares insights on building the largest angel investment network in Southwest England and redirecting capital to support regional tech innovation.• Angel ...
Startup Success: Spotting the Right Investments with SFC Capital
Want to demystify the world of early-stage investments? Promise no more: this episode unpacks the labyrinth of SEIS and EIS tax relief and early-stage tech investment as we sit with Ed, an Investment Manager at SFC Capital. A fund that's not af...
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EP06 - Unveiling the Mechanisms of Angel Funding with Rui Falcao of Core Angels
EP06 - Unveiling the Mechanisms of Angel Funding with Rui Falcao of Core Angels Ever wondered how angel funds operate and what part they play in startup investments? We're peeling back the layers on just that with our guest, Rui Fa...
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EP05 - Demystifying SPAC Investing with Securities Expert Julia Aryeh
EP05 - Demystifying SPAC Investing with Securities Expert Julia AreyhJoin us as we traverse the intricate world of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) with Julia Areyh, a skilled securities attorney. Julia breaks down the comp...
EP04 - The New Wave of Investment: A Conversation with Ollie from Resonance
EP04 - The New Wave of Investment: A Conversation with Ollie from ResonanceAre you ready to challenge traditional investment models and make a genuine difference? This episode is a must-listen, as we welcome Ollie from Resonance, a trai...
EP03 - Empowering Entrepreneurs: Insights from Henrique at Draper Startup House
EP03 - Empowering Entrepreneurs: Insights from Henrique at Draper Startup HouseImagine stepping into a space where hospitality, education, and investment all come together to nurture creative minds. That's exactly what Henrique, from Dr...
EP02 - Investing Beyond Profits: Mohammed Al Rasbi's Perspective
EP02 - Investing Beyond Profits: Mohammed Al Rasbi's PerspectivePicture a world where investment decisions are driven not just by money but by a deep commitment to founders and their visions. That's the world Mohammed Al Rasbi, founder ...
EP01 - Exploring the Future of Work and Venture Capital with Greg Moran from Evergreen Mountain Equity Partners
EP01 - Exploring the Future of Work and Venture Capital with Greg from Evergreen Mountain Equity PartnersReady to uncover how the future of work is set to change the face of business? We're thrilled to have Greg, a founder of Evergreen ...
