*In the latest series of how to video marketing posts, our journey takes us to the startup networking & fundraising behemoth of Angel List.*
*Register for free in VICN:* http://incubator.realitycrowdtv.com/s...
In recent months, we have increasing been using Angel List (http://angel.co) not only for our own networking as it relates to Reality Crowd TV & VICN, but also on behalf of our clients who are seeking to use this platform to leverage social media for crowdfunding or otherwise.
*In this webinar we will learn the following about Angel List:*
1). The importance of making a first impression via your Profile
2). Applying growth strategies to increase your connections
3). How connecting your social accounts & email accounts expidites growth and connections
4). The power of private messaging of your contacts
5). The importance of using LinkedIn in connection with Angel List to reach additional connections within Angel list
6). Keeping your business & personal profile updated with events, customers, partners, etc. in order to gain traction on the platform
7). Engaging with your current & new contacts by commenting on their updates
8). Searching your current contacts & new contacts based on keywords
9). An overview of Syndicates and why they are important
We will try to pack this action packed event into a 1 hour episode but I am sure we will likely go over. Should you have any questions, please remember to post them in the event discussion on Google + or in the Google + Q&A. We look forward to sharing more details about this great event in the near future!
Kind Regards,
+Manolis Sfinarolakis
Founder & CEO
+RealityCrowdTV
3. IDENTIFY –VICN’S ROLE
• VICN will act as the marketing arm of this
partnership and help identify applicants for the
LAUNCH program
• VICN will manage the relationship between the
startup & the half price service providers that are
utilized to ensure Pre-Vetted services are selected
• VICN webinars & programs will highlight
companies through Pitch Competitions &Virtual
Demo Days
• VICN will assist the LAUNCH program in the due
diligence phase, ensuring that Bert Shlensky has
all of the required documentation needed to
provide a go or no go decision.
See Program Details on Next Page
4. DEVELOP – LAUNCH PROGRAM DETAILS
• It is targeted for the small business with a business concept and a projected sales goal
(over the next 3 years) of $500,000 to $2M.The entrepreneur must prove to be a driven
and dedicated to move their business to the next level. We help ensure that the
entrepreneur develops a plan, credibility and resources both to raise additional funds
and succeed.
• We will make available a variety of services at the entrepreneur’s discretion at half
price (up to $20,000) to ensure excellence and support for the company.These could
include internet, website, e-commerce, legal, accounting, fundraising, plan
development, marketing plan, PR, sourcing, and logistics.Additional services would be
negotiated at or near market rates.
• $10,000 of pre-seed funding will be provided to the chosen companies in order to
support future funding for the entrepreneur and provide him or her with maximum
remaining equity.
• While each investment will be customized to meet the entrepreneur’s goals. Startup
Connection will receive about 10-20% equity for the investment and the half-price
services.The equity will be negotiated based on volume, profitability, time frame and
to ensure it provides a fair return for the high-risk investment but also meet corporate
and other investor needs.
Full Program Details on StartupConnection.net
5. SYNDICATE – GROWTH & FUTURE FUNDS
Entrepreneurial Requirements:
• There must be a summary plan (at no charge) that justifies the program, sales
and profitability before funding. I will assist with this, if necessary.
• Entrepreneurs will also be expected to invest some of their own funds and sweat
equity to provide both credibility and a base to raise additional funds.
• Entrepreneurial salaries and owner withdrawals will be developed by the parties.
AdditionalConsiderations:
• We will assist each client to develop its own goals and plans. However, as an
example, we would expect 6 months to develop the program, 6-12 months of
moderate losses or profit in starting, and 10-15% profits and 10-20% growth
after 12- 18 months.
• We will help raise additional capital for equipment, inventory and expenses
during this period.This can be raised through equity from outsiders, collateral
loans, lines of credit, crowdfunding, SBA etc. depending on the company. One of
the main goals is to preserve as much equity for the entrepreneur as possible
• Entrepreneurs would be offered a quick “buy back” opportunity if they see great
potential.This would provide a strong return for LAUNCH but allow
entrepreneurs to retain more equity or more easily raise funds in later rounds.
APPLYTO LAUNCH or APPLYTO INVEST
6. ANGEL LIST DEMO & Q&A
DEMOTASKS
1. Personal Profile
2. Startup Profile
3. Incubator Profile
4. Syndicate Profile
5. Regularly posting updates (personal &
business)
6. Target Market Analysis for Investor
Search
7. Target Market Analysis for Startup
Search
8. Connecting with yourTarget Market
9. Engagement model with Investors
10.Engagement model with Startups
11.Social Network Strategy with Angel List
12.TrackingTasks & CRM
13.Applying to Accelerator Programs
14.Syndicating your Own Startup
15.Finding a Lead Investor / Syndicate