Fundraising Advice from a Successful Venture Capitalist

By an Award Winning MBA Prof, Ivy League MBA, former Goldman Employee with Hedge Fund and Venture Capital Experience
4.52 (398 reviews)
Udemy
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English
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Entrepreneurship
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Fundraising Advice from a Successful Venture Capitalist
13 395
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2 hours
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May 2025
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$19.99
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Why take this course?

🚀 Unlock the Secrets of Successful Fundraising with Chris Haroun's Expertise! 🚀

#1 Best Selling Fundraising Course on Udemy! 🏆 According to Business Insider, "Haroun is one of the highest rated professors on Udemy, so you can expect to be in good hands through the course of your education." 🎓


🚀 What You'll Learn:

  • Master Networking: Discover how to secure a meeting with almost anyone using proven strategies.
  • Perfect Your Pitch: Understand how to effectively pitch your business model to venture capitalists and other potential investors.
  • Craft Your Slides: Know exactly what to include and what to omit in your presentation slides for maximum impact.
  • Imitate Success: Learn how to present your business like the legendary Steve Jobs, captivating your audience every time.
  • Turn 'No' into 'Yes': Develop techniques to overcome rejections and navigate objections effectively.

🧠 About Your Instructor:

Chris Haroun is not just any educator; he's an award-winning MBA Professor from the Ivy League, a former Goldman Sachs employee with a wealth of experience in hedge funds and venture capital. With over 20 years in raising funds, starting companies, and advising on strategic growth, Chris has raised over $1 billion and counts an MBA in finance from Columbia University among his credentials.

As a frequent guest lecturer at Stanford and Berkeley, Chris has shared his wisdom with students across the nation. His insightful articles have been featured in top-tier publications like VentureBeat, Entrepreneur Magazine, Wired Magazine, AlleyWatch, and Pulse. He's also made significant contributions to the field through an interview on venture capital for Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK).


🎓 Why This Course?

This comprehensive course is designed to equip you with all the knowledge and skills needed to raise money effectively. Whether you're a startup founder, entrepreneur, or investor looking to enhance your fundraising abilities, this course will provide you with actionable insights and real-world advice from someone who has been in the trenches and come out victorious.

🌟 Take Your Fundraising Skills to New Heights with Chris Haroun's Expert Guidance! 🌟

Enroll now and join over 1.3 million students who have already propelled their careers forward with Chris Haroun's proven fundraising strategies. Let's turn your fundraising journey from daunting to done!


Thank you for considering this transformative learning experience,

Chris Haroun 👩‍🏫🌟

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Our Verdict

This course offers valuable insights into fundraising from an award-winning MBA professor and seasoned venture capitalist. While the content could be more detailed and internationally relevant, it excels in offering firsthand knowledge of raising money from high net worth investors and strategics/corporations. To fully benefit from this course, students should supplement it with additional research on fundamental fundraising concepts.

What We Liked

  • Covers a wide range of fundraising techniques with practical examples
  • Provides insights into the venture capital industry's inception, usually considered a taboo subject
  • Engaging and passionate delivery style keeps the audience engaged throughout the course
  • Actionable information on improving networking skills for various purposes

Potential Drawbacks

  • Some found it too basic and hoped for more technical details and practical ideas
  • Heavy use of outdated movies and resources, mainly relevant to the US market
  • Minimal guidance on calculating TAM, presenting competition, or understanding business environments
  • Lacks in-depth information about creating a comprehensive pitch presentation
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