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Understanding How Venture Capital Works For Start-Ups

Feb 6 @ 20:00 - 21:30 JST
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If you're looking to raise startup funding, understanding how venture capital works is crucial. Securing investment isn't just about having a great idea—it requires knowing how to attract investors, craft a compelling pitch, and navigate the VC decision-making process from first contact to closing a deal.

Join this hybrid Ask Me Anything (AMA) session with Erdinç Ekinci—a seasoned startup advisor, venture builder, ecosystem leader, and aspiring VC with deep connections of over 2,000 investors across Asia and Silicon Valley.

In this interactive session, you'll gain a behind-the-scenes look at how venture capital really works—from how VC business model works, to how investors assess startups and structure deals to what they look for in founders and market opportunities. Learn practical strategies to engage VCs effectively, build long-term relationships, and position your startup.
Don't miss this opportunity to ask your burning questions, decode the VC mindset, and take your fundraising strategy to the next level!

 Agenda:

- Welcome & FI Introduction
- Speakers Introduction
- Panel Discussion
- Q&A Session

This session is designed to provide practical, actionable steps that you can apply immediately to improve your fundraising efforts. Join us and gain the insights you need to confidently engage with investors and move your startup forward! 🚀

 Speaker

Erdinc Ekinci, Co-Founder, and CEO of [[Openfor.co](http://openfor.co/)](http://openfor.co/) & [Co-capital.co](http://co-capital.co/) and Managing Director of Founder Institute Japan/Korea/Taiwan.

 Speaker Bio

Erdinç Ekinci is a startup founder, venture builder, aspiring investor, and ecosystem leader, serving as Co-founder & CEO of [Openfor.co](http://openfor.co/) and Director of Founder Institute Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. He empowers individuals to tackle major challenges through entrepreneurship and sustainable business building. He advises startups, enterprises, and governments on go-to-market partnerships and ecosystem development across the U.S., Europe, Southeast Asia, and Japan. Without external funding, he launched Founder Institute Accelerator in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan, expanding its mentor network to 200+ entrepreneurs and investors. At [Openfor.co](http://openfor.co/), he drives partnership-led growth, supporting enterprises and pre-seed startups. Having reviewed thousands of startup pitches, mentored 300+ startups, and organized 100+ events, he is now launching [Co-Capital.co](http://co-capital.co/), a pre-seed GTM Accelerator VC, accelerating startup growth through partnerships.

 What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why understanding venture capital is essential for fundraising
✅ How to find and attract the right investors for your startup
✅ Best practices for investor outreach and relationship-building
✅ Who are the VCs, and how do they operate?
✅ Angel Investors vs. Venture Capitalists – Key Differences
✅ How do investors evaluate startups before making an investment?
✅ How to structure and pitch your business effectively
✅ The dos and don’ts of securing funding

 Who Should Attend?

- Startup Founders
- Investors and venture capitalists
- Aspiring Entrepreneurs
- Early-Stage Startups
- Business Professionals

❯ About the Organizers:

Founder Institute
[Openfor.co](http://openfor.co/)
Co-Capital