Learn how founders raised $630 million.I interviewed and wrote case studies about
60+ founders so you don't have to.
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Learn from the best
And over 50 more venture-backed founders
One fundraise can change everything — it changed mine.
If we haven't met before then hi, I'm Michael Houck 👋In 2020 I got laid off and went on the wildest journey of my life (so far)... all because I founded a startup instead of getting another job.Over the next two years we'd go on to generate millions in revenue, but the biggest moments in the company's history were our fundraises.Venture capital is an accelerant that can change the trajectory of your startup overnight.My co-founders and I were able to figure out how to get top investors like a16z behind us, but it wasn't easy.When you're moving fast trying to build your company it's hard to know where to turn for fundraising advice that will actually be helpful, and what's worse is that most founders don't talk publicly about their own fundraises.So I set out to build the resource I wish had existed for me.The best way to learn how to raise money is to hear from founders who've successfully done it, so I went and interviewed over 60 of them.And I turned each interview into a case study.I spoke with:- A founder who co-founded a startup with Tom Brady
- Y Combinator founders about how they got in
- A founder who raised $200 million only to have his investors try to steal his company
- A founder whose co-founder left the company right after they got a term sheetAnd I also shared my own story of our fundraising journey in full.Overall the case studies range from pre-seed to Series D and exited companies, across all sectors — and I’m adding more every week.And each one covers everything about their fundraising journey:- The biggest challenge they faced
- Their strategy for getting in touch with investors
- How they drove urgency to get term sheets signed
- How they positioned their pitchAnd a ton more.
And more to help you grow & raise for your startup
Case Studies
This is information you can't find anywhere else.A growing library of case studies breaking down million dollar startups.All based on actual, candid 1:1 interviews with the founders.
Deep Dives
Every Saturday morning I send out a members-only tactical deep dive.I cover fundraising, growth, finding PMF, hiring and more.
Private Community
Connect and share stories with hundreds of founders who've collectively raised over $500 million.
Workshops, Firesides & Recordings
Each quarter I'll invite guests to either record a fireside chat or do a workshop for members.
Discounts
We’ve secured over $60,000+ in discounts on tools and services that help founders build efficiently. New perks are added each month.
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How much does this cost?
You could easily spend $5,000+ on coaches, courses, masterminds and more...Though, a startup can change your life even without all that.I know — it did for me.But having even just a little leg up on fundraising can be the difference between losing out on the right investor... and impressing them.So, anyway, here's the price:
Just click one of the buttons above to get started.You'll be taken to a checkout page to add in your details. And after purchasing you'll get immediate access to the case study library and everything else.Plus I'll drop you an email with links to each part of the membership.Right now I'm also including a bonus, though...My library of 1,800+ pitch decks to help you build your own.
BONUS: Pitch Deck Database
I've collected over 1,800 pitch decks from startups and big tech companies.Tesla, Airbnb, Uber, Coinbase, Facebook, and many more are included.They range from early stage to later stage decks. And you can filter them by stage, sector, and more.You'll get lifetime access as a member.
BONUS #2: Fundraising Course
Most founders don't realize there's actually a simple formula for how to set the right valuation for your startup.Using it will make prospective investors recognize you know what you're doing, and give them a reason to trust you with their capital.I created a course breaking down exactly what to do, and you'll get access to it as a member.
