The document provides tips for startups seeking venture capital funding. It discusses what venture capitalists look for in potential investments, including strong teams, proven traction, large market opportunities, and clear exit strategies. It also notes challenges Canadian startups may face in fundraising and recommends being well prepared, seeking smaller amounts of capital first from local investors, and treating the fundraising process as a marathon rather than a sprint.

1. Start Me Up

2. Introduction mark macleod CFO Advisor Investor

3. VC & Gaming 211M Monthly Actives $ 5B valuation 3.5 years WTF!

4. VC & Gaming Social / Casual Disruption Mobility Virality / Efficiency Engagement Drivers

5. VC & Gaming Platforms / Plumbing Virtual Goods / Worlds *Some* Games What is Getting Funded (Canada)

6. VC & Gaming Custom Development Shops Most Independent Studios What is NOT Getting Funded (Canada)

7. What VCs Look For Team (aka “Magic”) Traction & Metrics Opportunity Size Speed, Scale Clear Exits

8. What VCs Look For Domain Expertise Capital Funding Content Challenges in Getting Funded (Canada)

9. fundraising tips strategic what to expect be prepared time fundraising to buzz Parallel not serial go local first you will be rejected (a lot) smaller amounts 6 months + (VC)

10. fundraising tips play the game in your corner love @ 1 st sight go for the “no” create urgency advisors no agents angels are your friends

11. who’s got money

12. thank you mark macleod twitter: @ startupcfo Web: realventures.com blog: startupcfo.ca