Understanding how venture capitalists think about the funding equation.

What is it about?

This opinion piece discusses both the numerator and denominator of venture capital funding math. It stresses the importance of minimizing the capital that goes in and creating a company with a chance of having a really outsized outcome.

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Why is it important?

When considering the funding strategy for a materials based start-up you need to be rational about the risk/reward profile of the venture and if a venture capital financing strategy is warranted, you need to understand that potential dollars in return must far exceed the investment that needs to be made.