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This is the kind of event I would've loved to attend when I was preparing my pre-seed round a few years ago! Right before the end of the year, Roundtable, brakage and Builders Factory are teaming up to help founders get ready to raise a (pre-)seed round in 2026: • How to think about your first round • Preparing your roadshow • Activating 30+ business angels and micro-funds • Q&A + drinks to meet other founders We’re bringing around the table founders and early-stage investors who’ve actually been through it: • Evan Testa from Roundtable • Héloïse Rozès from Corma • Gaultier Brun from 199 Ventures • Germain Leconte from brakage Thanks to the Builders Factory team (Chloé & Martin 👋) for hosting us, really looking forward to this one 🔥 Info 📍 Paris 17 📅 December 8 — starts at 7pm 👉 Registration link in the first comment (limited to 50 seats)

Still reflecting on yesterday’s seed fundraising Roundtable webinar — 200 people joined, but what really made it great was how practical and honest the conversation was. Big thanks again Lukas (SE3 Labs) and Enrico (Lakestar). They didn’t share the shiny version of fundraising — they shared what actually matters before, during, and after the round. A few standout points I’m taking with me: 👉 Revenue expectations are tied to effort and product complexity. Not every product can (or should) generate revenue at the same speed. Understanding how much effort it takes to ship changes what “good traction” really means. 👉 Warm intros and social signals aren’t a nice-to-have — they’re part of the strategy. Fundraising is not just about the deck. It’s about trust, context, and who vouches for you. 👉 Emotional intelligence is a founder superpower. In leadership, in marketing, and especially in fundraising — reading the room and understanding what the other side really wants is everything. One line that stuck with me: “Understanding what the other person wants is key in any sales / fundraising process.” 👉 Post-funding gets harder, not easier. The round isn’t the finish line. It’s where focus and discipline matter most — staying sharp on priorities and spending with intent. Also a refreshingly founder-friendly take: “Founder salaries should be high enough to create comfort and maintain focus on the company.” More truth in that than people admit. Grateful for everyone who joined and made it a real discussion. If you were there — what’s one thing that resonated most with you? And if you weren’t: what’s your biggest open question about seed fundraising right now? For those who could not join - replay see in the comments 👇

✨ Job Alert - Freelance Product Designer At Roundtable, we’re building a product used by a wide range of personas, from occasional angel investors to Europe’s most active business angels, from founders raising for their companies to syndicate leads and GPs co-investing in the hottest deals 🔥 Design plays a central role in delivering on our mission: making private markets more accessible, faster, and more reliable. Crafting a seamless, trustworthy user journey is key - and that’s where you come in! Over the past 3 years, our design efforts have been shaped by exceptional talents (👋 Meghan Regior, Jean-Baptiste Eudeline). Now, we’re looking for a new profile to take the lead on Product Design for the next chapter of our growth. 💡 By joining Roundtable, you will: - Work closely with a senior team of 35+ people - Dive deep into the thriving world of private markets - Design for 25k+ active users across 100+ nationalities - Take an active role in shaping our ways of work with the tech team 🫵 You’ll be a great match if you: - Are a freelance Pr. Designer with 5+ years of xp - Thrive in fast-moving, early-stage environments - Have an interest in fintech and the VC ecosystem - Benchmark emerging design trends and AI workflows 📚 Position details: - Open to remote (FR timezone), but we’d love to collaborate together in-person when possible (HQ in Paris)! - Flexible schedule (± 3 days / weeks) If this sounds like you, feel free to reach out - and if you know someone who might be a great fit, please spread the word 🫰 🔗 link to the full job desc. in comment

To all early-stage founders out there: Mark your calendars! Join us on November 26 at 12pm CET for an exclusive webinar bringing together unique perspectives on seed fundraising. Our exceptional speakers: 🎯 Lukas from SE3 Labs - CEO & co-founder SE3 Labs, the leading spatial AI company developing technology that is able to understand and analyse the 3D world around. Formerly he has worked directly with Elon Musk and brings invaluable experience from the frontlines of startup building 💼 Enrico from Lakestar - Partner at one of Europe's leading VCs, with deep insights into what investors really look for. He has led investments into renowned start-ups & scale-up like Arx Robotic, Fyxer or Ravical. This isn't just another fundraising webinar. You'll get: ✅ Real-world tactics from a founder who's been through it ✅ Behind-the-scenes investor insights rarely shared publicly ✅ Actionable strategies you can implement immediately ✅ Q&A session to address your specific challenges Whether you're preparing for your first raise or optimizing your approach, this masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to navigate the European seed landscape successfully. Who should attend: Early-stage founders planning to raise Entrepreneurs refining their fundraising strategy Ecosystem players supporting startups Anyone interested in understanding both sides of the investment table 📍 Link in the comments to save your spot!

Mark your calendars! Join us on November 26 at 12pm CET for an exclusive webinar bringing together unique perspectives on seed fundraising. Our exceptional speakers: 🎯 Lukas from SE3 Labs - CEO & co-founder SE3 Labs, the leading spatial AI company developing technology that is able to understand and analyse the 3D world around. Formerly he has worked directly with Elon Musk and brings invaluable experience from the frontlines of startup building 💼 Enrico from Lakestar - Partner at one of Europe's leading VCs, with deep insights into what investors really look for. He has led investments into renowned start-ups & scale-up like Arx Robotic, Fyxer or Ravical This isn't just another fundraising webinar. You'll get: ✅ Real-world tactics from a founder who's been through it ✅ Behind-the-scenes investor insights rarely shared publicly ✅ Actionable strategies you can implement immediately ✅ Q&A session to address your specific challenges Whether you're preparing for your first raise or optimizing your approach, this masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to navigate the European seed landscape successfully. Who should attend: - Early-stage founders planning to raise - Entrepreneurs refining their fundraising strategy - Ecosystem players supporting startups - Anyone interested in understanding both sides of the investment table 📍 Link in the comments to save your spot!

Really excited to host a webinar next Wednesday with such stellar speakers bringing a unique perspective on seed fundraising. 🔥 🎯 Lukas Koestler from SE3 Labs - CEO & co-founder SE3 Labs, the leading spatial AI company developing technology that is able to understand and analyse the 3D world around. Formerly he has worked directly with Elon Musk and brings invaluable experience from the frontlines of startup building 💼 Enrico Mellis from Lakestar - Partner at one of Europe's leading VCs, with deep insights into what investors really look for. He has led investments into renowned start-ups & scale-up like Arx Robotic, Fyxer or Ravical This isn't just another fundraising webinar. You'll get: ✅ Real-world tactics from a founder who's been through it ✅ Behind-the-scenes investor insights rarely shared publicly ✅ Actionable strategies you can implement immediately ✅ Q&A session to address your specific challenges 👇 Link in the comments to save your spot! Alexis Chevallier, Julien Fissette, Simon Ternoir

Mark your calendars! Join us on November 26 at 12pm CET for an exclusive webinar bringing together unique perspectives on seed fundraising. Our exceptional speakers: 🎯 Lukas from SE3 Labs - CEO & co-founder SE3 Labs, the leading spatial AI company developing technology that is able to understand and analyse the 3D world around. Formerly he has worked directly with Elon Musk and brings invaluable experience from the frontlines of startup building 💼 Enrico from Lakestar - Partner at one of Europe's leading VCs, with deep insights into what investors really look for. He has led investments into renowned start-ups & scale-up like Arx Robotic, Fyxer or Ravical This isn't just another fundraising webinar. You'll get: ✅ Real-world tactics from a founder who's been through it ✅ Behind-the-scenes investor insights rarely shared publicly ✅ Actionable strategies you can implement immediately ✅ Q&A session to address your specific challenges Whether you're preparing for your first raise or optimizing your approach, this masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to navigate the European seed landscape successfully. Who should attend: → Early-stage founders planning to raise → Entrepreneurs refining their fundraising strategy → Ecosystem players supporting startups Anyone interested in understanding both sides of the investment table 📍 Link in the comments to save your spot!

🎙️ Webinar - Seed fundraising Mercredi prochain (26/11) à 12h, Roundtable vous propose un webinar pour échanger sur les best practices de la levée de fonds en early-stage ! Au programme, deux intervenants exceptionnels : • Lukas Koestler (SE3 Labs): CEO & co-founder d'une startup leader en spatial AI, passé par les équipes d’Elon Musk; • Enrico Mellis (Lakestar): partner d’un des plus grands VCs européens, avec une expertise unique sur ce que recherchent vraiment les investisseurs. Idéal pour : • Fondateurs early-stage • Entrepreneurs en préparation de levée • Acteurs de l’écosystème • Curieux du monde VC 🔗 Le lien d'inscription est disponible en commentaire !