From Venture Debt to CVC: Why Financing Strategy Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All

In this episode, we sit down with Mila Pavlovic, a startup mentor and finance generalist, to unpack the real risks and rewards of different startup funding routes. From the hard truths of venture debt (it’s not a shortcut) to the misconceptions about corporate VC (it’s not free access to customers), Mila shares practical insights on how founders should approach financing. We explore the importance of a “firewall” between corporate HQ and venture teams, the problem with assuming debt is right for your startup, and how to build a funding strategy that actually fits your business.