Jul 29, 2026 · 9 min · 10 segments
Advisors can play a pivotal role in a startup's fundraising journey, yet their contributions are often underappreciated. This discussion will uncover how to effectively engage advisors, the types of…
David HartleyHost
Lily ChangGuest
I keep meeting founders with sharp ideas who stall, not because the concept is weak, but because the guidance around the gnarly moments is missing or mis-aimed.
In my first company we brought in a marquee advisor and thought we'd struck gold.
The difference between someone who accelerates your raise and someone who just polishes your deck.
You land a big name, drop their old company logo on a slide, and it feels like a win.
I keep meeting founders with sharp ideas who stall, not because the concept is weak, but because the guidance around the gnarly moments is missing or mis-aimed.
In my first company we brought in a marquee advisor and thought we'd struck gold.
The difference between someone who accelerates your raise and someone who just polishes your deck.
You land a big name, drop their old company logo on a slide, and it feels like a win.
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