How to Raise a Pre-Seed Bootcamp | Precursor Ventures

Are you an aspiring founder looking to secure pre-seed funding?

Join us on September 25th in New York for our How to Raise a Pre-Seed Bootcamp that will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to navigate your pre-seed fundraising journey. Tailored for founders new to raising venture capital, this event will cover everything you need to know about securing pre-seed investment.

What You’ll Learn:

What Investors Look for in Startups: Learn what Pre-Seed and Seed investors look for in companies they back.
Running Efficient Fundraising Processes: Discover best practices for managing your fundraising timeline.
Choosing the Right Investors for Your Cap Table: Strategies for selecting investors who will bring long-term value beyond just capital.

To Apply:

Applications will be accepted via this online form through 11:59pm PT on August 29th, 2025.

Agenda

Morning Session: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Welcome and Introductions
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: “From Idea to Pre-Seed Fundraise” Presentation with Charles Hudson from Precursor Ventures
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Break
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM: Pre-Seed Investor Panel with Jenny Fielding from Everywhere Ventures, Nisha Dua from BBG Ventures, and Rob Go from NextView Ventures

Afternoon Session: 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM

12:15 PM – 1:30 PM: Networking Lunch
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Panel with Precursor Portfolio Founders Claire Mazur from 831 Stories, Hannah Sorkin from PlayMaker, and Thiv Paramsothy from Hera Fertility
2:30 PM – 2:35 PM: Break
2:35 PM – 3:05 PM: “From Pre-Seed to Seed Fundraise” Presentation with Charles Hudson from Precursor Ventures
3:05 PM – 4:05 PM: Small Group Pitch Breakouts
4:05 PM – 4:15 PM: Break
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM: “Legal Considerations for Pre-Seed Founders” Presentation by Fei Xu from Fenwick
5:15 PM – 5:30 PM: Closing Remarks and Q&A

Evening Session: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

6:00 – 8:00 PM: Networking Reception

A very special thanks to Fenwick and SVB for sponsoring the event!