Abstract : The startup funding lifecycle delineates the critical phases a company undergoes to get capital for growth and expansion. Every phase is defined by distinct financial sources, particular goals, and intrinsic problems. Effectively traversing this lifecycle necessitates that businesses adjust dynamically, employing a strategic methodology to optimize opportunities at every stage. The process commences at the seed stage, emphasizing the validation of the business concept, the creation of a minimal viable product (MVP), and the formation of a robust founding team. Financial support at this era typically derives from personal savings, acquaintances, angel investors, or seed-stage venture capitalists. The principal hurdles include elevated risk, limited traction, and the necessity to provide proof of concept.
Keywords : STARTUP FUNDING, LIFECYCLE
Cite : Patil, B. S., & Johri, S. (2024). Startup Funding Lifecycle (1st Ed., Pp. 65-97). Noble Science Press. http://noblesciencepress.org/chapter/textbookchapter3vcpe
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