The journey starts0 | 1 is my framework for working with first-time Indiana founders who are creating or refining their product and business model, getting to market and gaining initial traction, and seeking to become seed investment ready.
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0 | 1 goal: Establish traction and become seed investment ready |
FocusI help you focus on...
Creating or refining MVP Conducting customer development Gaining initial traction Iterating on product/solution Refining & evolving the business model Seeking product/market fit & business model/market fit Investor readiness |
ScopeWhat I provide
Guidance and advisement Seed capital connections (as you emerge from 0 | 1) Domain specific connections (distribution, talent...) Intros to service providers (if/when appropriate) An ongoing "anytime" sounding board |
Structurehow i work
We work together for 3-12 months and tailor our efforts to your specific needs and unique founding situation Milestone oriented approach Receive equity for efforts* * Stryde Ventures, LLC receives equity via membership units or common stock on an equal monthly vesting schedule (.25% per month) and either party can terminate the arrangement at any time. Stryde uses the Founder Institute's FAST document (Founder/Advisor Standard Template) - so no lawyers needed (hooray!) Stryde also receives pro-rata rights to invest in your seed round. |