
DTM Team
Jul 11, 2025
Unlock honest, experience-driven fundraising advice with Isaac Kato, General Partner and Founder at Two Ravens VC
This resource is built for founders who want clarity, not hype, as they navigate the complex world of venture capital.
Is your business truly venture-scale? Are you ready to give up control and commit fully? Isaac shares frameworks for self-assessment, highlights the high bar for VC-backed growth, and opens room for founders to consider alternatives—like bootstrapping, angel investors, and grants, with real-world examples such as Calendly and Boston Dynamics.
Expect clear-eyed guidance on the trade-offs of VC, including the reality of lost control and relentless growth expectations, so you can choose the right path for your startup.
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