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[Online] AppWorks Fundraising Bootcamp II: Crunching Numbers and Cap Table, Crafting Pitch Deck and Managing Your Investors
This mentoring event is exclusive to founders from the AppWorks Community, Wistron Accelerator, and TINC Accelerator.
Take your fundraising knowledge to the next level! In this session, we’ll dive into cap tables, financials, valuation, and how to craft the perfect pitch deck.
Learn what investors care about and how to communicate with them effectively. With expert insights on managing investor relationships and maximizing their support, this bootcamp will equip you with the tools to navigate your fundraising journey confidently.
Register now and be prepared for your next round!
Rundown
10:00-10:40 Fundraising Strategy, Captable, and Dilution
Founder’s Prep work: the estimate number of your round size and valuation, current captable
How big should your round be? How do you calculate your valuation? In this session, we will guide you through understanding your financial metrics, setting the right valuation, and avoiding pitfalls like excessive dilution. Structuring your cap table right from the start is critical to long-term success!
Round Size: How to decide the right round size for your startup based on milestones.
Traction: What key metrics to track and present to investors, and how investors interpret it.
Valuation Calculation: Approaches for calculating valuation at different stages.
Cap Table Structure: How to manage dilution and maintain a founder-friendly cap table.
Speaker: Nathan Alexander
Nathan joined AppWorks in 2024 as an Associate in the Southeast Asia Arm, dedicated to meeting and supporting founders in the region. He brings forth over 7 years of experience in startup advisory, investments and M&A. He started his career at PwC Indonesia where he was first exposed to the investment world and developed his initial acumen for analyzing companies. In 2021, Nathan moved to the venture capital industry, taking on the position of Senior Analyst at Alpha JWC. In his most recent role, Nathan served as the Head of Investments for Telkomsel Ventures where he focused on sourcing startups and underwriting investments for Telkomsel, Indonesia’s largest telecom operator. Nathan majored in Finance at Prasetiya Mulya University, graduating with a Bachelor of Economy. Outside of work, he enjoys watching football (soccer) matches and fostering meaningful connections with friends.
10:45-11:25 How to Pitch to Investors + Pitch Deck Design
Founder’s prep work: a pitch deck
Want to know what makes a pitch deck stand out? Learn how to structure your pitch for maximum impact and position your startup in a way that captures investor attention. We will walk you through key pitch elements, from addressing the problem to showcasing your team and traction. Ready to level up your pitch? Bring your deck, because after this session, you’ll know exactly how to improve it.
Investor Priorities: What do investors care about most when evaluating a pitch?
Positioning: How to position your startup to stand out in a crowded field.
Pitch Deck: Key elements of a compelling pitch deck (problem, solution, team, market, etc.).
Speaker: Michelle Lin
Michelle is an Analyst covering investments and community building under the Southeast Asia Arm. Before joining the team, she worked as an assistant manager at Deloitte Financial Advisory, where she helped close various cross-border and local M&A deals successfully. Michelle graduated with a Bachelor’s in Accounting from National Taiwan University and received a Master of Management Studies Degree from Duke University. During college, she was the minister of student activities at College of Management Student Association and was active at the Pop Dance Club. Outside the office, she enjoys hiking amongst many outdoor activities, as well as exploring new things in life.
Post-workshop office hours: Tim Tu, Design Master at AppWorks
11:30-12:00 Managing Your Investors: Effective Communication
Founder’s prep work: investor meeting or board meeting deck; management reports
Securing investment is just the start—maintaining strong relationships with your investors is where long-term success is built. We will share practical tips on how to communicate effectively, present clear financial reports, and leverage your investors' support beyond just capital. Master the art of investor relations to keep your backers engaged and your startup on track!
Importance of Investor Communication: Why regular, structured updates matter for long-term success.
Key Reporting Areas: How to present financials and progress reports to your investors.
Leveraging Investor Support: Ways to maximize the value investors bring beyond capital.
Speaker: Joseph Chan
Joseph is a Partner who joined in 2013 and has since covered our “kitchen” — portfolio management, operations and advising startups on finance and fundraising. He is also in charge of connecting the ecosystems between Japan and Taiwan. Prior to AppWorks, Joseph spent 11 years with the CID Group, a Greater China leading venture firm, where he helped raise US$575M across multiple funds and headed portfolio management. Prior to that, Joseph served as a Manager of Backbone Network at Gigamedia, a NASDAQ-listed broadband ISP. Joseph earned his Master in Agriculture Machinery Engineering from National Taiwan University. He is native in both Mandarin and Japanese.