Intelectium

How to calculate how much equity to give up in your first investment round without compromising future control of your startup

When a startup is considering opening its first round of investment, many questions arise, but one stands out above all: what percentage of the company should I give up?

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Private investment in startups: when to look for it and how to define the ideal amount of the round

A practical guide to understanding when private funding actually drives the growth of a startup and how to calculate the appropriate amount according to its phase, objectives and scaling projection.

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The future “Apple, Google and Microsoft” will emerge from these 10 disruptive platforms

Patricio Hunt, Managing Partner of Intelectium and Firstech Ventures

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Deal flow in venture capital: how to generate it, qualify it and turn it into a competitive advantage

From “opportunities that come” to a repeatable system for attracting and selecting high-quality investments

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Recurring billing: How to get it?

Recurrent billing converts business relationships into predictable and compound cash flow, reducing volatility and raising the value of the company.

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How long does it take for a startup to become profitable?

One of the most common questions asked by founders, investors and stakeholders is: How long does it take for a startup to achieve profitability?

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Spanish Society for Technological Transformation (SETT): Co-investment and loans for deep tech projects

The SETT (Spanish Society for Technological Transformation) is a public business entity created in March 2024, attached to the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Service, through the State Secretariat for Telecommunications and Digital Infrastructure.

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Levels of Technological Maturity (TRL) and their impact on public funding for innovation

The Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) or Levels of Technological Maturity have become a key reference for evaluating the degree of development of a technology and, consequently, for determining its eligibility in public funding programs, both at national and European levels.

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What is a bridge round and how can it help your startup?

Startups need to grow fast, but access to capital doesn't always keep up with the pace required by the market.

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The New Cognitive Elites: Who They Are and Why They Will Dominate the Future

Author: Patricio Hunt, Managing Partner

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What financial monitoring should you do weekly and monthly for your business?

One of the most common mistakes in startups and SMEs is to think that financial management consists of reviewing accounts when the quarter ends. Nothing could be further from reality.

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How to report metrics that do matter to an investor

In the entrepreneurial ecosystem, especially in technology startups with SaaS (Software as a Service) models, understanding and reporting the right financial metrics isn't just good practice: it's a strategic need.