Looking to raise seed funding for your startup? In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, Greg Moran, a multi-exit founder and venture capitalist at Evergreen Mountain Equity Partners, breaks down the essential steps for securing your first round of institutional capital. Learn how to build a strong founding team, create an MVP, and craft a compelling pitch deck that will attract the right investors for your startup.

What you'll learn:
- The difference between pre-seed and seed funding, and why it matters
- How to prepare your business for a successful seed round
- The importance of finding investors who align with your vision
- Key strategies to build traction and validate your product.

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00:00 – Introduction: Why Seed Funding Matters
00:26 – What Is Seed Funding?
01:10 – Preparing for a Seed Round
02:25 – Building a Strong Founding Team
04:00 – Creating an MVP (Minimum Viable Product)
05:00 – Demonstrating Initial Traction
07:30 – Financial Projections and Burn Rate
09:00 – Crafting a Compelling Pitch Deck
10:35 – Finding the Right Investors
12:00 – Negotiating and Closing the Deal
14:00 – Conclusion and Call to Action

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