How to Pitch a VC Like a Pro: Ben Narasin’s Unfiltered Advice for Startups

Ben Narasin, founder of Tenacity VC and early investor in Lending Club and Zenefits, shares his incredible journey from entrepreneur to venture capitalist. Learn why he focuses on seed-stage startups, how he evaluates founders, and the tough-love advice every entrepreneur needs to hear. Discover the mindset behind building billion-dollar companies and avoiding common pitfalls in fundraising.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction02:15 - Ben’s entrepreneurial journey & founding Tenacity VC08:30 - Why seed-stage investing is his passion15:45 - The biggest mistakes founders make when pitching VCs22:10 - How AI is changing startups (and VC due diligence)30:50 - The truth about growth vs. profitability38:20 - Ben’s toughest advice for founders45:00 - How to get in touch with Tenacity VC🔗 Connect with Ben Narasin:🌐 Website: https://www.tenacity.vc/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennarasin/🔔  Enjoyed the episode? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an update! 📌 Subscribe here: http://www.youtube.com/@FutureProofedPodcast📲 Follow me on social media: www.linkedin.com/in/brentmuller💬 Let me know your thoughts in the comments!#VentureCapital #StartupFunding #Entrepreneurship #SeedInvesting #FounderAdvice #TenacityVC #FutureProofedPodcast #StartupGrowthhttps://valeogrowth.com/