(1.6) Timing the Market: Understanding Startup Valuation Cycles
A Talk by Steve Dow , Ashley Nagle Eknaian and Ross Palley
About this Talk
Navigating the intricacies of startup valuation can be daunting for founders, but understanding valuation cycles is essential for assessing potential investment opportunities and determining company worth. From macroeconomic influencers to industry-specific factors, various elements shape valuation expectations in the dynamic startup landscape.
In this session, we’ll be discussing:
- The nitty grittiness of valuation cycles
- The macroeconomic factors that affect valuation expectations
- Company or industry specific factors that affect valuation expectations
- How the funding landscape and valuations expectations shifted pre-pandemic, during the pandemic and post-pandemic
- How to adjust your valuation expectations to align with achievable KPIs
And much more! While concerns about valuation bubbles persist, aligning valuation expectations with achievable KPIs remains paramount for founders, ensuring a solid foundation for sustainable growth and success in the competitive startup ecosystem.
This session is a part of Startup Boston Week 2024 and is perfect for first-time founders raising their first round of funding or founders who are looking to learn more about the overall fundraising process.
