First Cheque

Oct 06 2024 48 mins 4
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First Cheque is dedicated to open-sourcing conversations with experienced investors globally. Our aim? To enhance the craft of early-stage investors, from those writing their first cheques to the veterans in the game. First Cheque is supported by our wonderful sponsors: Vanta: Join 7,000 global companies like Atlassian and Dovetail that use Vanta to build trust and prove security in real time. Get 10% off https://dayone.fm/vanta Rocking Horse: Rocking Horse helps startups access their R&D tax rebate early. Get up to $3M in non-dilutive finance, solve cash flow challenges, and accelerate growth. Easy application, fast approval. Smart investment for innovative startups. https://dayone.fm/rockinghorse Galah Cyber: https://dayone.fm/galah Hosted by Cheryl Mack & Maxine Minter, First Cheque is a Day One show. Day One is the podcast network dedicated to founders, investors, and operators. Tune in for an enriching experience as we uncover the secrets to becoming a skilled early-stage investor. First Cheque on Day One https://dayone.fm/shows/first-cheque Sign up to get your weekly insights into the inner workings of early-stage investing. https://dayone.fm/podcast-network/first-cheque/newsletter/

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