Seed & Startup Financing: Launching New Ventures

This lecture covers the different stages of financing for new ventures, including seed and startup financing. It discusses various sources of funding such as friends and family, crowdfunding, banks, foundations, startup competitions, angels, and venture capital. The lecture also explains how to analyze financing options based on financial and management criteria, as well as the concept of 'bootstrapping'. Additionally, it explores the advantages and disadvantages of each funding source, providing insights into the amount to expect, time frames, and control levels. The lecture concludes with an overview of the funding sources and processes, highlighting the support and management input provided by each source.