EP 57: Mastering the First Investor Call with Jason Kirby

In this special solo episode, Jason Kirby, serial entrepreneur and Managing Director of Thunder.VC, shares his invaluable insights on how to make a lasting impression during your first investor call. With four successful exits and over $135 million in transactions under his belt, Jason reveals the secrets that can make or break your fundraising efforts. Jason walks through the critical steps founders should take before, during, and after that crucial first investor meeting. He emphasizes the importance of thorough preparation, setting the right tone, and focusing on relationship-building rather than immediate fundraising. Here's what you're in for: 00:00 Introduction 00:45 How to Nail Your First Investor Meeting 01:53 Doing your homework before the call 04:31 Setting the agenda and tone for the meeting 09:24 Balancing talking and listening during the call 10:24 The importance of booking the next meeting 12:45 Quick highlights and key takeaways. This episode is sponsored by ThunderVC, an investment bank for founders by founders. Raising capital? Get a list of vetted VCs for FREE here: https://web.thunder.vc/list-of-investors-vcs-for-founders Raising debt? Find the perfect lender in minutes here: https://debt.thunder.vc Get the latest fundraising insights, news, and tips - https://join.thunder.vc 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. 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: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/