Episodes

  • EP 68: From Bootstrapping to an Eight-Figure Exit with Conor Tomkies

    EP 68: From Bootstrapping to an Eight-Figure Exit with Conor Tomkies
    Jan 9 2025
    From dog genetics to bootstrapping to an eight-figure exit , Conor Tomkies has done it all. As the founder of Support Ninja, Conor scaled a bootstrapped business into a middle eight-figure success story, managing thousands of employees worldwide. After selling to private equity, Conor is now building Operator Equity and Entrepreneur Cooperative, empowering founders to scale and exit with purpose. Conor Tomkies shares how he leveraged strategic legal and operational efficiencies to save millions during acquisitions. He highlights his founder-first approach with Operator Equity, focused on scaling SaaS businesses using EOS, and discusses the startup shift from venture-backed moonshots to sustainable, profitable growth. ----------------------------------------------------- Raising capital? Get a list of vetted VCs for FREE here:⁠ https://web.thunder.vc/list-of-investors-vcs-for-founders⁠ Get the latest fundraising insights, news, and tips:⁠ https://blog.thunder.vc/funding-101⁠ Here's what you'll find in this episode: 00:00 Introduction 00:37 Dog genetics and the birth of Support Ninja 02:54 Bootstrapping vs. raising venture capital 05:30 Lessons from selling to private equity 10:14 Why EOS is a game-changer for scaling companies 18:34 Operator Equity’s focus on SaaS and ecosystem synergy 27:00 Common founder mistakes and the value of recurring revenue 30:45 The rise of moonshots and the future of venture capital ABOUT CONOR TOMKIES Conor Tomkies is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and post-exit founder with a passion for creating scalable businesses and empowering other entrepreneurs. He founded Support Ninja, a bootstrapped outsourcing company that scaled into a middle eight-figure success story and sold it to private equity. Now leading Operator Equity, Conor focuses on acquiring and scaling SaaS businesses using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), helping founders navigate successful exits with a streamlined 45-day process that prioritizes simplicity and a human touch. Conor is also the co-founder of Entrepreneur Cooperative (ECo) and host of the Made It Podcast. Through ECo, he has built a community where seasoned founders share experiences, collaborate, and gain insider strategies for navigating business sales and life beyond the exit. It’s the network every entrepreneur wishes they had when starting out, focused on meaningful growth, impactful exits, and supporting the next generation of founders. Connect with Conor: Website: operatorequity.com Entrepreneur Cooperative: entrepreneurcooperative.com X (formerly Twitter): @conortomkies_ ABOUT JASON Jason Kirby is the co-founder of Thunder VC. He is a serial entrepreneur with 4 multi-million exits and decades of experience in fundraising and business building. He has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs in his career on fundraising, investing, capital strategy, and business development. You can reach out to Jason through: Email: jason@thunder.vc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/ ABOUT FUNDRAISING DEMYSTIFIED Our goal is simple: to equip you with the knowledge, inspiration, and guidance to navigate the labyrinthine world of fundraising. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur seeking seed funding or an established founder looking to scale your business, this podcast will provide you with the tools you need to conquer the fundraising landscape. Thank you for being a loyal subscriber to Fundraising Demystified. We appreciate your support and are excited to continue bringing you more inspiring stories from successful founders.
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    46 mins
  • EP 67: From Bootstrapping to $175M Exits with David Hauser

    EP 67: From Bootstrapping to $175M Exits with David Hauser
    Dec 19 2024

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    Get the latest fundraising insights, news, and tips: https://blog.thunder.vc/funding-101

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    What does it take to build, scale, and sell a business—and then do it all over again? David Hauser, the mastermind behind Grasshopper and Vanilla, has done just that. Starting with his very first pitch to his father for a Dell computer, David went on to raise nine figures for Return Path, bootstrap Grasshopper into a $175M success, and disrupt estate planning with Vanilla.


    But it hasn’t been all smooth sailing. In this episode, David opens up about the emotional aftermath of exiting a company, the identity struggles that follow, and how he found purpose by taking the leap into a new chapter. Now leading Durable Capital, David is focused on acquiring and scaling profitable companies while mentoring the next generation of founders.


    Here's what you'll find in this episode:

    • 00:00Trailer/ Introduction

    • 01:23 Early days: From a Dell computer to Return Path

    • 06:02 Bootstrapping Grasshopper to a $175M exit

    • 18:26 Vanilla and the decision to raise $42M in venture capital

    • 25:34 Navigating post-exit identity shifts and finding fulfillment

    • 39:00 Durable Capital: Buying and scaling profitable businesses

    • 41:28 Mentoring the next generation of founders


    ABOUT DAVID HAUSER

    David Hauser is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and speaker known for founding and scaling successful companies like Grasshopper (bootstrapped to $30M+ ARR, acquired by Citrix), Chargify (profitable, Mark Cuban-backed, acquired by Battery Ventures), and Vanilla (raised $42M from Venrock and Insight Partners). A founding member of National Entrepreneurs’ Day, he has also invested in over 50 startups, including Intercom and Unbounce. David’s insights have been featured in major outlets like CNN, Fox, and The Wall Street Journal, and he has spoken at renowned events such as SaaSFest and Big Omaha. Now leading Durable Capital from Las Vegas, he focuses on acquiring profitable businesses and mentoring the next generation of founders.


    Connect with David on:

    • Website: www.davidhauser.com


    ABOUT JASON

    Jason Kirby is the co-founder of Thunder VC. He is a serial entrepreneur with 4 multi-million exits and decades of experience in fundraising and business building. He has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs in his career on fundraising, investing, capital strategy, and business development.


    You can reach out to Jason through:

    Email: jason@thunder.vc

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/


    ABOUT FUNDRAISING DEMYSTIFIED

    Our goal is simple: to equip you with the knowledge, inspiration, and guidance to navigate the labyrinthine world of fundraising. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur seeking seed funding or an established founder looking to scale your business, this podcast will provide you with the tools you need to conquer the fundraising landscape.

    Thank you for being a loyal subscriber to Fundraising Demystified. We appreciate your support and are excited to continue bringing you more inspiring stories from successful founders.
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    48 mins
  • EP 66: How Patrick Butler Built 3 Wildly Different Businesses

    EP 66: How Patrick Butler Built 3 Wildly Different Businesses
    Dec 12 2024
    Raising capital? Get a list of vetted VCs for FREE here: https://web.thunder.vc/list-of-investors-vcs-for-founders Get the latest fundraising insights, news, and tips: https://blog.thunder.vc/funding-101 ----------------------------------------------------- What do a career coaching platform, a French-American football team, and a fraud prevention startup have in common? Meet Patrick Butler, the mind behind all three. Talk about a guy who doesn't do boring. One minute he's running a career coaching platform, the next he's starting a football team in Paris, and now he's crushing it with a fraud prevention startup called BizDefender. In this episode, Patrick shares the details of how he's jumped between totally different worlds. We're talking crazy fundraising tricks, buying up companies most people would run from, and basically rewriting the rulebook on how startups actually work. Seriously, who starts a pro football team as a side hustle? This guy. And he makes it sound like it's no big deal. It's the kind of story that makes you wonder: Are some people just wired differently? Patrick seems to turn wild ideas into businesses while most of us are still planning our next move. Want to hear about breaking every conventional rule in entrepreneurship? This is your episode. Here's what you'll find in this episode: 00:00 The Unlikely Pitch: Starting an American Football Team in France 00:48 Meet Patrick Butler: From Startup Success to Private Equity Exit 01:24 The Journey of Talent Inc.: From Struggles to Success 02:11 The Power of a Great Co-Founder: Meeting Jeff 03:29 Building Talent Inc.: The Resume Revolution 05:51 Scaling Up: Acquisitions and Growth Strategies 09:46 Navigating Fundraising: Debt, Equity, and Private Investors 19:59 Post-Exit Reflections: Life After Talent Inc. 21:30 A New Venture: Launching an American Football Team in Paris 25:51 Meeting a Nike Executive and Defining Our Vision 26:40 The Importance of a Brand Book 28:09 Convincing the French with American Football Culture 30:30 Economics of Starting a Football Team in France 31:51 Revenue Drivers and Merchandise 36:07 Launching BizDefender: A New Venture 41:13 Preventing Small Business Fraud with BizDefender 43:40 The Journey and Future of BizDefender 47:59 Final Thoughts and Contact Information ABOUT PATRICK BUTLER Patrick Butler is a serial entrepreneur, co-founder, and CEO of BizDefender, a first-of-its-kind fraud prevention tool for SMBs. His entrepreneurial achievements include leading Talent Inc. to a successful exit and co-founding a professional American football team in France. Patrick is passionate about creating impactful businesses while fostering innovation across industries. Connect with Patrick on: Website: www.pbutler.com Biz Defender: www.bizdefender.com ABOUT JASON Jason Kirby is the co-founder of Thunder VC. He is a serial entrepreneur with 4 multi-million exits and decades of experience in fundraising and business building. He has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs in his career on fundraising, investing, capital strategy, and business development. You can reach out to Jason through: Email: jason@thunder.vc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/ ABOUT FUNDRAISING DEMYSTIFIED Our goal is simple: to equip you with the knowledge, inspiration, and guidance to navigate the labyrinthine world of fundraising. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur seeking seed funding or an established founder looking to scale your business, this podcast will provide you with the tools you need to conquer the fundraising landscape. Thank you for being a loyal subscriber to Fundraising Demystified. We appreciate your support and are excited to continue bringing you more inspiring stories from successful founders.
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    51 mins
  • EP 65: Navigating Debt Financing for Startups with Kyle Rector of Boundless

    EP 65: Navigating Debt Financing for Startups with Kyle Rector of Boundless
    Dec 5 2024

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    Get the latest fundraising insights, news, and tips: https://blog.thunder.vc/funding-101

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    Think debt is a trap? Think again. Learn how the right kind of debt can fuel your growth without sacrificing control of your startup. In this insightful episode, Jason Kirby welcomes Kyle Rector, co-founder and president of Boundless, to shed light on an often-overlooked aspect of startup funding: debt financing. If equity raises are the headlines, debt is the subplot that drives growth for countless businesses—but only if founders understand how to wield it wisely.


    Kyle shares hard-earned wisdom from a decade of navigating the debt financing space, offering practical advice for founders at all stages. Kyle walks us through the spectrum of non-dilutive funding options, from the basics of debt vs. equity to the complexities of venture debt, revenue-based financing, and more. Whether you’re looking to extend runway, fuel expansion, or build sustainable operations, this episode equips you with the knowledge to make informed capital decisions.


    Here's what you'll find in this episode:

    • 00:00 Introduction to Debt Financing

    • 00:08 Meet Kyle Rector: Debt Financing Expert

    • 00:55 Understanding Debt vs Equity

    • 03:41 Types of Debt for Businesses

    • 08:27 Term Loans Explained

    • 09:59 Lines of Credit: Flexible Financing

    • 11:42 Secured vs Unsecured Financing

    • 16:48 Venture Debt: A Strategic Option

    • 22:23 Revenue-Based Financing: Pros and Cons

    • 29:49 Exploring Different Types of Debt Financing

    • 30:07 Valuing Contracts and Lines of Credit

    • 32:56 Preparing to Secure Debt: Key Considerations

    • 37:14 Understanding Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR)

    • 40:35 Benchmarking Debt Options for Different Business Profiles

    • 51:47 Building Relationships and Trust with Lenders

    • 54:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


    ABOUT KYLE RECTOR

    Kyle Rector is the co-founder and president of Boundless, a capital marketplace connecting businesses with lenders through tailored solutions. With over 10 years of experience in debt financing, Kyle has facilitated billions in capital requests, spanning industries and geographies. His mission with Boundless is to simplify the capital application process, enabling founders to focus on scaling their businesses.

    Connect with Kyle on:

    • Webiste: www.getboundless.ai


    ABOUT JASON

    Jason Kirby is the co-founder of Thunder VC. He is a serial entrepreneur with 4 multi-million exits and decades of experience in fundraising and business building. He has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs in his career on fundraising, investing, capital strategy, and business development.

    You can reach out to Jason through:

    Email: jason@thunder.vc

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/


    ABOUT FUNDRAISING DEMYSTIFIED

    Our goal is simple: to equip you with the knowledge, inspiration, and guidance to navigate the labyrinthine world of fundraising. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur seeking seed funding or an established founder looking to scale your business, this podcast will provide you with the tools you need to conquer the fundraising landscape.


    Thank you for being a loyal subscriber to Fundraising Demystified. We appreciate your support and are excited to continue bringing you more inspiring stories from successful founders.
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    56 mins
  • Season 2 Recap: The Best Fundraising Stories of This Season

    Season 2 Recap: The Best Fundraising Stories of This Season
    Dec 2 2024

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    Get the latest fundraising insights, news, and tips: https://blog.thunder.vc/funding-101

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    Starting off December with a recap from the podcast's biggest fundraisers of 2024... Ever wondered how the most successful founders raise millions? 💡

    Discover the strategies and stories behind some of the biggest fundraising wins from top founders who’ve raised millions and scaled rapidly.

    In Season 2 of the Fundraising Demystified Podcast, we break down how these entrepreneurs secured game-changing investments, navigated challenges, and built thriving companies.

    Here’s a recap of our top 5 episodes:

    Paul Kromidas (Episode 27):

    The mastermind behind Summer, a vacation home company that raised over $11M in seed funding, $18M in Series A, and a $50M debt facility. Learn how strategic partnerships fueled this massive growth.

    Edrizio De La Cruz (Episode 58):

    From Air Force mechanic to raising $25M for his fintech startup. Edrizio shares how leadership and grit helped him scale quickly in the competitive fintech space.

    Michael Markesbery (Episode 53):

    Michael went from solving a personal problem to raising $50M for his deep-tech material science company. He reveals how OROS Labs turned NASA-grade insulation into cutting-edge outdoor gear and secured funding through Kickstarter, seed rounds, and Series B with Airbus Ventures.

    Chris Gladwin (Episode 49):

    A serial entrepreneur who raised hundreds of millions. Chris shares his journey from Cleversafe’s $1.4B acquisition by IBM to building Ocient. He talks about navigating market cycles, fundraising strategies, and building resilient companies.

    Diana Heldfond (Episode 43):

    A solo female founder who raised $29M for Parallel, a platform transforming how children with learning and thinking challenges like dyslexia and ADHD receive support. Diana discusses how she built this innovative solution and secured funding without a co-founder.

    Each episode offers valuable insights for founders and startups, including:

    • How to navigate high-stakes fundraising rounds

    • Leveraging partnerships and unique skills for growth

    • Building investor confidence for long-term success

    Your next big round starts here. Tune in to the Fundraising Demystified Podcast for actionable advice and inspiring stories from entrepreneurs who’ve been there.

    Listen now on all major podcast platforms!

    #StartupFunding #VCJourney #Entrepreneurship #FundraisingDemystified
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    28 mins
  • EP 64: From Student Housing Startup to Africa’s Largest Platform with DigsConnect's Alexandria Procter

    EP 64: From Student Housing Startup to Africa’s Largest Platform with DigsConnect's Alexandria Procter
    Nov 21 2024
    Raising capital? Get a list of vetted VCs for FREE here: https://web.thunder.vc/list-of-investors-vcs-for-founders Get the latest fundraising insights, news, and tips: https://blog.thunder.vc/funding-101 ----------------------------------------------------- Alexandria Procter takes center stage on this episode of Fundraising Demystified to share how she transformed a local student housing problem into DigsConnect, now Africa's leading accommodation platform. From her early days tackling University of Cape Town's housing crisis to scaling across 400 cities, she opens up about building a tech company that's reshaping student living across the continent. For founders eyeing growth in developing markets, Alexandria delivers actionable insights on three key fronts: securing significant funding while operating from Africa (including details of their groundbreaking seed round), scaling effectively across diverse African markets, and building solid operational foundations with limited resources. She tops it off with fresh perspectives from her new role backing the next generation of African startups. Here's what you'll find in this episode: 00:00 Trailer 00:55 Introduction to Alexandria Procter and DigsConnect's origin story 07:32 Building the first MVP and initial market validation 11:20 Navigating South Africa's startup ecosystem challenges 13:15 Breaking records: Inside their successful seed round 18:31 Scaling across 400 African cities 23:21 Building and retaining top talent on a budget 24:27 Infrastructure challenges and innovative solutions 27:44 The shift from founder to investor 33:22 The Power of Story Telling 40:01 Future of African tech and advice for emerging market founders 48:12 Rapid-fire lessons ABOUT ALEXANDRIA PROCTER Alexandria Procter is the founder of DigsConnect, Africa's largest student housing marketplace, which she launched at age 24 while studying at the University of Cape Town. From building the initial MVP using Python and JavaScript, she's grown the platform to connect over 150,000 landlords and tenants across 400 cities worldwide, listing more than 1.3 million beds and generating tens of millions in lease value. Beyond entrepreneurship, she's made significant impacts in various spheres - from being appointed by President Ramaphosa as the youngest director of the National Youth Development Agency, where she successfully led the One Million for Democracy initiative, to founding House of Pharos, an SDG-aligned venture capital fund. Her achievements include becoming a published author with her national bestseller "Upstart" (2024), and establishing The Aviation Club, where she writes about tech, startups, and development economics. Connect with Alexandria on: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandriaprocter/?originalSubdomain=za Website: https://www.alexandriaprocter.com/ X: https://x.com/alexprocter101 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC01GpaeWH2ab3UQKcQAi5LA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandriaprocter__/ ABOUT JASON Jason Kirby is the co-founder of Thunder VC. He is a serial entrepreneur with 4 multi-million exits and decades of experience in fundraising and business building. He has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs in his career on fundraising, investing, capital strategy, and business development. You can reach out to Jason through: Email: jason@thunder.vc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/ ABOUT FUNDRAISING DEMYSTIFIED Our goal is simple: to equip you with the knowledge, inspiration, and guidance to navigate the labyrinthine world of fundraising. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur seeking seed funding or an established founder looking to scale your business, this podcast will provide you with the tools you need to conquer the fundraising landscape. Thank you for being a loyal subscriber to Fundraising Demystified. We appreciate your support and are excited to continue bringing you more inspiring stories from successful founders.
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    56 mins
  • EP 63: Using Donor-Advised Funds to Power Underrepresented Startups with Patrice King-Brickman

    EP 63: Using Donor-Advised Funds to Power Underrepresented Startups with Patrice King-Brickman
    Nov 14 2024
    Raising capital? Get a list of vetted VCs for FREE here: https://web.thunder.vc/list-of-investors-vcs-for-founders Get the latest fundraising insights, news, and tips: https://blog.thunder.vc/funding-101 —------------------------------------------------ In this episode of Fundraising Demystified, Jason Kirby sits down with Patrice King-Brickman, the founder and CEO of Inspire Access, to discuss how philanthropic capital can empower underrepresented founders and foster diverse entrepreneurship. Patrice shares her journey from running a family business to founding Inspire Access, a platform that channels donor-advised funds (DAFs) into for-profit ventures with a social mission. She delves into the unique challenges and opportunities for founders from underrepresented backgrounds and explains how her organization is revolutionizing capital allocation for these groups. Patrice unpacks the mechanics of donor-advised funds, the need for inclusive funding options, and how mission-driven capital can fuel diverse innovation and drive significant change. She also provides insights on portfolio construction, managing impact-driven funds, and building an inclusive investment ecosystem. Here’s what you’ll find in this episode: 00:00 Introduction to Patrice King-Brickman and Inspire Access 01:31 Overview of donor-advised funds (DAFs) and their potential in venture funding 04:08 Leveraging DAFs to support for-profit companies with social missions 15:18 Unpacking the unconscious biases in traditional venture funding 20:32 How Inspire Access screens for resilient founders and impactful businesses 27:00 Addressing the disparities in capital flow for diverse founders 30:15 The potential for positive impact with new investment models 36:22 Steps for founders to connect with Inspire Access for funding 41:47 Future trends in impact investing and wealth transfer ABOUT PATRICE KING-BRICKMAN Patrice King-Brickman is the Founder and CEO of Inspire Access, a platform dedicated to closing the investment gap for women and people of color by connecting underrepresented founders with philanthropic capital. Through Inspire Access and her venture fund, Inspire Capital LLC, Patrice has pioneered new pathways for mission-driven founders to secure funding. Patrice’s philanthropic efforts focus on poverty, homelessness, the arts, and education, with current board roles at Halcyon, Wolf Trap, and Ascend at the Aspen Institute. She has previously served on boards for the Children’s National Hospital Foundation and the Washington Area Women’s Foundation, among others. Connect with Patrice on: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrice-brickman-2b46637b/ Website: inspireaccess.org ABOUT JASON KIRBY Jason Kirby is the co-founder of Thunder VC. He is a serial entrepreneur with 4 multi-million exits and decades of experience in fundraising and business building. He has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs in his career on fundraising, investing, capital strategy, and business development. You can reach out to Jason through: Email: jason@thunder.vc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/ ABOUT FUNDRAISING DEMYSTIFIED Our goal is simple: to equip you with the knowledge, inspiration, and guidance to navigate the labyrinthine world of fundraising. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur seeking seed funding or an established founder looking to scale your business, this podcast will provide you with the tools you need to conquer the fundraising landscape. Thank you for being a loyal subscriber to Fundraising Demystified. We appreciate your support and are excited to continue bringing you more inspiring stories from successful founders.
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    51 mins
  • EP 62: How to Gracefully Exit Your Startup with Simple Closure's Dori Yona

    EP 62: How to Gracefully Exit Your Startup with Simple Closure's Dori Yona
    Nov 7 2024
    Raising capital? Get a list of vetted VCs for FREE here: https://web.thunder.vc/list-of-investors-vcs-for-founders Get the latest fundraising insights, news, and tips: https://blog.thunder.vc/funding-101 ---------------------------------- In this episode of Fundraising Demystified, Jason Kirby talks with Dori Yona, founder of Simple Closure, about the tough but crucial process of shutting down a startup. Dori shares his journey from building companies to facing the challenges that inspired Simple Closure, a service that helps founders close their businesses smoothly. Dori opens up about the emotional and logistical hurdles founders face when shutting down, stressing the importance of having a clear plan to protect relationships and ease the transition. He provides practical advice for founders on preparing for closure and using the experience as a stepping stone to their next venture. Happy watching! Here's what you're in for: 00:00 Trailer 01:07 Introduction to Dori Yona and Simple Closure 02:27 Dori’s entrepreneurial journey and founding Simple Closure 04:00 The challenges founders face when considering a shutdown 07:12 The financial and logistical complexities of winding down 09:31 Why founders need a plan B (and how to create one) 19:38 How Dori’s experience inspired Simple Closure’s unique approach 28:13 How Simple Closure assists with legal and tax requirements 37:45 Common mistakes founders make when shutting down 42:25 The emotional journey of letting go and moving on 45:14 Advice for founders to maintain investor relationships during closure ABOUT DORI YONA Dori Yona is an experienced founder and CEO with a decade of experience in the entrepreneurial world. After successfully building and exiting multiple companies, Dori encountered the hidden complexities of closing down a business, an experience that inspired him to launch Simple Closure. Simple Closure offers founders a streamlined solution to wind down their companies, ensuring they can protect their reputation, maintain investor relationships, and transition smoothly to their next ventures. Dori is passionate about supporting founders through difficult times and providing them with the tools they need to move forward confidently. Connect with Dori on: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dori-yona-b8369877/ X : https://x.com/doriyona Website: https://simpleclosure.com/ Email: dori@simpleclosure.com ABOUT JASON Jason Kirby is the co-founder of Thunder VC. He is a serial entrepreneur with 4 multi-million exits and decades of experience in fundraising and business building. He has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs in his career on fundraising, investing, capital strategy, and business development. You can reach out to Jason through: Email: jason@thunder.vc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/ ABOUT FUNDRAISING DEMYSTIFIED Our goal is simple: to equip you with the knowledge, inspiration, and guidance to navigate the labyrinthine world of fundraising. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur seeking seed funding or an established founder looking to scale your business, this podcast will provide you with the tools you need to conquer the fundraising landscape. Thank you for being a loyal subscriber to Fundraising Demystified. We appreciate your support and are excited to continue bringing you more inspiring stories from successful founders.
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    53 mins