Fundraising Playbook: Demystifying Convertible Notes, SAFEs & Priced rounds

Navigating your first fundraising round can be challenging, especially when faced with complex terms like convertible notes, SAFEs, and priced rounds. For African startups raising pre-seed capital, choosing the right fundraising structure can significantly impact your valuation, equity, and investor relationships down the line. In this online event, we'll break down the key differences between these funding instruments and help you understand how to structure your deal based on your startup's stage and goals. Join us as we demystify startup financing and equip you to fundraise with clarity and confidence. Meet Lagos's top experts. What You'll Learn:Learn the key differences between convertible notes, SAFEs, and priced rounds. Understand how each structure affects ownership, valuation, and investor rights. Gain practical insights into how African startups approach pre-seed fundraising. Discover how to choose the right fundraising model for your stage and fundraising strategy. Additional Resources:Find more Startup Events, learn about Finding a Co-Founder, or visit our Insights Blog for more startup tips. About Founder Institute:The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over [total_graduates] entrepreneurs raise over [total_funding] in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.