Private Equity | Fannie Delavelle Europe Manager, Bpifrance

As the Europe Manager for EuroQuity at Bpifrance, this is a reality that Fannie Delavelle is confronted with on a daily basis – and is determined to change. That’s why Fannie breaks down the ins and outs of private equity, while sharing her tips and tricks for women entrepreneurs

This is not an easy time for start-ups. With the economic downturn, gone is the time of speedy due diligence and crazy overvaluations. With a lower risk appetite, investors are more than ever looking for sturdy business fundamentals and are less willing to take a chance on riskier companies.

This is arguably beneficial for the start-up ecosystem overall, and for you as a start-up founder with a strong business idea. But let’s begin with the basics, with a beginner’s overview of a start-up’s fundraising journey.