The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

20VC: Why Startup Founders Have One Core Job, How To Reduce Risk & Increase Probability In Your Startup & Why You Should Not Send A Pitch Deck Pre-Investor Meeting with David Rogier, Founder & CEO @ Masterclass

Apr 26, 2019 · 30:51

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✨ AI Summary

A founder's primary job is to reduce risk and increase probability.
Avoid sending pitch decks before an initial investor meeting.
Masterclass focuses on bringing world-class education to a global audience.

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David Rogier is the CEO and Founder of MasterClass. · 2 podcast appearances

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