How Incubators and Accelerators Can Drive Startup Success
Startups operate in a high-risk environment where securing funding, refining business models, and scaling operations can be daunting. 90% of startups fail, with lack of market need (42%), funding challenges (29%), and poor business models (17%) being the most common reasons (CB Insights, 2023). However, incubators and accelerators help mitigate these risks by providing structured […]
What Venture Capitalists Look for in a Startup
Venture capitalists (VCs) play a pivotal role in the startup ecosystem, providing not just funding but also mentorship, connections, and strategic guidance. However, securing venture capital is highly competitive. In 2022 alone, VCs invested over $238 billion in startups globally, but only a small fraction of startups successfully raised funding. So, what exactly do venture […]
One-Minute Pitch for your Startup Success
Captivating in the Startup Arena In the fast-paced world of startups, the ability to succinctly convey your company’s value proposition is crucial. Whether you’re networking at an event, pitching to investors, or simply explaining your business to a potential customer, having a polished one-minute pitch can make all the difference. Let’s delve into the essential […]
Unlocking the Mysteries of Startup Valuations: Key Benchmarks and Insights
Valuing a startup is a challenging endeavor, often likened to navigating through a maze without a map. With a myriad of factors at play, including business model, market geography, and the stage of growth, pinpointing an accurate valuation can seem daunting. Fortunately, OpenVC has curated a selection of recent valuation benchmarks tailored for various business […]
Unlocking Success: A Dive into Product-Market Fit
Decoding Product-Market Fit Embark on a journey of discovery as we unravel the mystery behind product-market fit (PMF). Beyond its definition lies a world of opportunity, where startups transform ideas into solutions that resonate with their target market. Guillermo invites us to reimagine PMF as more than a destination but a transformative journey—a journey where […]
Pitch the way VCs think. (If you want that)
This article is inspired by “Pitch the Way VCs Think: Presenting with Emotion” by Vinod Khosla, published on May 21, 2019, where Khosla shares valuable insights on the investor perspective and offers advice to entrepreneurs on how to effectively present to potential investors. As an entrepreneur, you’ve nurtured your idea from a spark of inspiration […]
Redefining Startup Incubation in the Web3 Era: Embracing Generation 3.5 for a Decentralized Future
Web3 is transforming how we think about technology, business, and capital. Although the ecosystem is still solidifying its processes and culture, one trait remains consistent with previous technological revolutions: the influx of capital. In 2021 alone, Forbes reported that venture capital (VC) firms deployed over $30 billion globally into crypto startups—a ten-fold increase from the […]
The Ultimate Guide to Startup Accelerators in 2025
Introduction In today’s fast‐paced entrepreneurial ecosystem, startup accelerators remain critical launchpads that help early‐stage companies refine their business models, access capital, and tap into extensive mentorship and networking opportunities. As we move further into 2025, the accelerator landscape has evolved significantly—blending in‐person, hybrid, and fully remote formats, as well as niche programs that target industries […]
