Early Stage Investing

Wondering how to create a successful investor pre-seed pitch deck that gets you funded? Look no further than this FAQ guide, filled with expert tips and advice.

Starting a B2B SaaS company is tough, but with these 10 tips, pre-seed and seed founders can set themselves up for success.

The venture studio model has become increasingly popular among aspiring founders. They can provide a more holistic approach to helping entrepreneurs build and launch their businesses by providing entrepreneurs with a range of services, from idea validation to product design and development.

Founder of Pavilion (fka CoProcure) describes her founder experience from launching a digital procurement during COVID to raising Series A

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Put your best foot forward in front of Investors

Welcome Bocar Dia, Forum’s Newest Managing Director

What makes a fundraising presentation successful? Use this framework to successfully answer investor questions and communicate your startup value.

Forum alum Chris Herd shares his journey from solving a personal pain point to raising a round led by Silicon Valley’s biggest venture fund.

Startup sales is really different from corporate sales. Here are tips and learnings from sales experts on how to hire a great first SDR.

Your first marketer has the power to set your company up for success. But what type of marketer should you hire, and when? See tips from our Marketing Lead, Alexis.

Your first Customer Success hire will work with your customers when feedback is the most crucial. Here's a framework to help you hire the right candidate.

Choosing an accelerator program is a huge decision. To help you choose one that’s best for your startup, here are 26 questions to ask before accepting an offer.

Direct sales helps you build trust with prospects and learn more about their needs. Here's how to develop a successful sales strategy for your startup.

The line between planning and implementing is critical. According to top CIOs, these 3 questions are key to timing corporate innovation projects just right.

Enterprise companies get flooded with cold outreach. Here's a guide for startups on how to write cold emails that get responses, meetings, and deals.

In Canada, check sizes are smaller, angels are more risk averse, and deal processes often have stricker tems. Here's how to successfully fundraise in the Canadian market:

Corporate innovation is a relatively uncharted field. Checkout these tips on how to get executive buy-in and budget behind your innovation initiatives.

Seed round meetings really impact your startup’s long-term success. Here’s what to prepare beforehand, how to approach each meeting, and tips on landing investments.

Internal innovation offers unique channels for enterprise growth. Here’s how Nestle saved millions by discovering opportunities within its own doors.

Once you’ve prepped an investor list, it’s time to start fundraising. Here are 2 effective strategies we've found work and how to choose the right one for you.

A thought-provoking conversation with today’s leaders exploring what work will look like tomorrow.

The top 5 remote work takeaways from the leaders building that future: Eric Yuan, CEO of Zoom and Rowan Trollope, CEO of Five9.

The future of work has accelerated by decades. Eric Yuan, CEO of Zoom and Rowan Trollope, CEO of Five9 share their perspectives on what this future holds.

The first investor meeting is really nerve-racking. Here’s what to prepare beforehand, how to give a great first impression, and tips on retaining their interest.

Innovating in highly-regulated, legacy spaces like finance, legal, and healthcare opens the doors to inevitable red tape, explosions and/or flat tires. Here's how you can navigate things smoothly.

A tactical guide for early stage startups to gain initial traction

How to raise your seed round as a first time founder

Hit the ground running with sales and marketing with a tactical GM Strategy

Answering your vulnerable founder questions including: How to Decide to Fire an Early Employee

We’ve all been there – you're doing everything you think you should be doing, but leads just aren't pouring in like you'd hoped. Don't worry, you're not alone, and this isn't the end of the road. We're here to help you navigate this bumpy sales stretch and explore some fresh ideas together.

Answers to your vulnerable questions

If you're a first-time founder looking for investment, understanding what investors are looking for is crucial. Discover the key factors and red flags here.

5 Common Pitfalls of Founder-led Sales

Stay ahead of the curve in FinTech with insights from Forum's Venture Studio. Discover the latest innovations in B2B SaaS and get inspired to build something great.

Discover the exciting future of supply chain and logistics with Forum's Venture Studio. We are building next-gen commerce and logistics solutions to revolutionize the industry.

From improving patient outcomes to streamlining workflows, B2B SaaS solutions in health tech have the potential to revolutionize the industry. See why Forum's Venture Studio is eager to be a part of this change.

AudiencePlus embarks on a new journey with Forum Ventures as they secure their seed round, focusing on product development and community growth to revolutionize the MarTech industry.

Starting a tech company? Follow these 10 commandments to set yourself up for success. Our guide for early-stage tech founders has everything you need!

What does it mean when VCs say “You’re too early?”

Are you a new B2B business looking to boost your online presence? Discover the best digital marketing practices tailored for early-stage B2B companies in this comprehensive guide.

A comprehensive overview of both dilutive and non-dilutive funding strategies for B2B SaaS companies

All things founders need to know about gaining traction for their early-stage venture