EE 314 - Raising Capital for Growth Special with Chupi Sweetman & James Doody
Unlock the secrets of securing investment, scaling a business, and overcoming the obstacles faced by female entrepreneurs in our insightful discussion with Chupi Sweetman, founder of Chupi Jewellery, and James Doody, a director with IBI Corporate Finance.
This was filmed with a live audience at my studio in the private cinema in the Greenway Building by Iconic Offices
Expect to be inspired by Chupi’s journey, raising a remarkable €3.75 million last year, and James's expert advice on fundraising that will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take on the world of finance.
We don't just stop at raising capital, but pull back the curtain on the journey of starting a business from the ground up. Hear firsthand how Chupi took her business from a spare room to a successful brand, and get James's expert advice on building a solid financial plan and team. The power of networking, resilience, and turning rejections into opportunities also take center stage in our chat.
Rounding out our episode, we broach the subject of finding the right investors, decoding terms, and the hidden costs of opportunity.
James shares his personal experience with investment, stressing the importance of matchmakers in aligning entrepreneurs and investors. We highlight the need to understand your business valuations and set realistic expectations. Chupi and James leave us with powerful insights into the world of entrepreneurship, reminding us that gender should never define your journey, and the importance of forming genuine bonds in business.
Tune in for an episode packed with wisdom, advice, and real-world experiences that every entrepreneur will find invaluable.
(06:11) - Starting and Scaling a Business
(15:51) - Company Funding and Finance for Entrepreneurs
(24:22) - Finding the Right Investors and Terms
(28:21) - Raising Capital for Business Growth
(35:02) - Business Climate's Financing Challenges
(42:34) - Networking and Building Genuine Relationships
(46:14) - Funding Process and Female Entrepreneurship
(58:51) - Advice for Founders and Funding Strategies
(01:11:04) - Challenges and Options for Female Founders
(01:14:27) - Partnerships and Generational Progress
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