Stephanie Curcio
CEO & Co-Founder | NLPatent
Stephanie Curcio is the CEO and Co-Founder of NLPatent, an AI-native patent research and intelligence company backed by prominent Silicon Valley investors and trusted by leading law firms, Fortune 500 companies, and research universities. A former IP lawyer, she is recognized as a world-leading IP strategist in the IAM Strategy 300, and is an active mentor and speaker in the global IP, startup, and innovation communities.
30 MINS
Trading Floor
Before the Pitch: Raising Your Seed Round (+ Q&A)
Fundraising success is often determined long before the first pitch meeting. This session offers an in-depth look at what defines an effective fundraising process – from the steps founders should take months ahead of investor discussions to successfully closing a deal. Key topics include demonstrating founder-market fit, preparing for early diligence, understanding how different funds assess opportunities, and navigating their varying timelines. You’ll gain valuable insights into what investors focus on beneath the surface and an honest perspective on running a successful process in today’s competitive landscape.
This session will feature a short audience Q&A.
