Aug 21, 2023 — 7 min read Why we don’t aim to become a unicorn For decades, the startup community has raced towards bigger. But is bigger always better? Or stronger? We have chosen not to participate in the race. Here's why.
Aug 1, 2023 — 5 min read The art and science of angel investing: how to diversify your portfolio Knowing that 90% of startups fail, betting on one horse to become a unicorn is a gamble you don’t want to take. Building a well-diversified portfolio is a continuous process that takes time, effort, constant learning, and adjustment.
Jul 17, 2023 — 4 min read 5 green flags for startup investors Understanding obvious green and red flags helps you make better-informed decisions and increase your chances of success.
Jun 19, 2023 — 7 min read 7 legal commandments of founding a startup Founding your own startup is an exciting time, a time full of hopes, dreams, and promises. Who has time for mundane legal technicalities when you’re building the future, right? Wrong!
Jun 12, 2023 — 3 min read Overcoming bias in angel investing: the untapped potential of minority founders Minority founders are still heavily underrepresented, despite the numbers proving that diverse startup teams outperform their peers. How can we overcome the bias?
May 31, 2023 — 4 min read 3 major ways COVID-19 has impacted the startup ecosystem The COVID-19 pandemic has been a game-changer for the startup ecosystem in many ways presenting unprecedented opportunities for startups. We’ll explore the obvious and less obvious ways the pandemic affected the ecosystem.
May 16, 2023 — 1 min read Dealum and Keiretsu Forum join forces to revolutionize angel investing deal flow and collaboration Dealum and Keiretsu Forum announce partnership to enhance deal flow and collaboration in the angel investing ecosystem.
May 8, 2023 — 4 min read Beyond the elevator pitch: how to build genuine relationships in the startup world Networking is an essential part of the startup world, but it's not just about vain metrics or delivering the perfect elevator pitch. Building genuine relationships is the key to success.
Apr 17, 2023 — 5 min read Dealum’s Story — building the Tartu startup ecosystem To celebrate our 6th birthday, Dealum's co-founder Rein speaks about the Tartu startup ecosystem and why he believes it’s the best place for great ideas, successful startups, and Dealum.
Apr 4, 2023 — 5 min read Sustainable startup or greenwashing? An angel investor’s guide to spot the difference There is a growing recognition among investors that sustainability is not only good for the environment but also critical for long-term financial success.
Mar 23, 2023 — 1 min read ACA Insights Blog — The Search: Finding Your Angel Collaboration Platform ACA has published an insightful interview with Jeffrey Lang, Chairman of Desert Angels. If you're an investor looking to connect with fellow angels or an angel group manager searching for a blueprint for navigating the platform selection process, this interview is a must-read.
Mar 15, 2023 — 4 min read Tech layoffs explained: is this a correction or a collapse? There seems to be an unprecedented wave of layoffs ravaging the tech landscape. But are things really as bad as they seem?
Mar 6, 2023 — 5 min read Self-onboarding to Dealum Do you need an onboarding upgrade when starting to use Dealum? Here's more information to help you make the decision.
Feb 28, 2023 — 3 min read Truly invested: 5 ways angel investors can help startups succeed (besides funding) It’s a good idea for angel investors to take a hands-on approach. Contributing time, expertise, and network is rewarding for both investors and startups.
Feb 7, 2023 — 2 min read Case study: How Angel Investors Ontario improved deal syndication Angel Investors Ontario share their experience of using an intermediary shared deal room to help the angel groups under the AIO umbrella to syndicate deals more efficiently.
Feb 1, 2023 — 5 min read 8 red flags in angel investing As an angel investor, it's important to carefully evaluate any potential investment opportunities before committing your hard-earned money. Fortunately, red flags can help detect potentially risky investments.
Dec 22, 2022 — 4 min read Dealum’s Year of 2022 Here are the highlights from the past 12 months reflecting on what we have achieved to gain respect for the journey that has led us here.
Dec 18, 2022 — 2 min read Dealum partners with the ACA We are excited to become an annual partner of the Angel Capital Association. Together, we are on a mission to fuel the success of the angel investor community.
Dec 8, 2022 — 2 min read Collecting startup and investor fees with Stripe integration Collecting the fees as well as tracking the status of each individual member or company is often complicated and error-prone. With our Stripe integration, fee collection can be a pleasant experience for everyone.
Oct 31, 2022 — 4 min read Activating investors and why it matters Active members are the cornerstone of a high-performing angel group creating almost an infinite loop of success.
Oct 5, 2022 — 7 min read How to build a healthy cap table Here are three main takes on what to keep in mind and which common pitfalls to avoid when shares are being discussed.
Sep 8, 2022 — 8 min read Angel Investing Future in 2022 The highlight of our anniversary celebrations was the panel discussion about future trends in startup and angel investing together with leading angel investor groups and organisations. Key takeaways from this very insightful session can be found in this post.
Jul 29, 2022 — 7 min read Tips for a smooth transition to Dealum Migration to a new platform can feel like a jump into the unknown, but in our experience, it is a straightforward process and well worth the effort to upgrade your tech stack. Read more about our data migration process, tips, and best practices for a successful transition.
Jun 13, 2022 — 8 min read How to calculate Startup Valuation? In April, we celebrated Dealum’s fifth anniversary with a series of webinars together with Equidam. Now we have prepared a summary of the core principles and methods of the Startup Valuation based on what was spoken at the webinar.
Apr 28, 2022 — 4 min read Dealum is 5 - a short history lesson Now that we are five years old, it’s a good time to look back on the journey that led us here and highlight the people and organisations that have made a dent in our universe. We are forever grateful to each and every one of you for helping us to shape Dealum into who we are today!
Mar 23, 2022 — 2 min read French Business Angel networks move startup deal flow to Dealum Dealum is now the investment process management platform for France Angels, one of the leading national networks Federation in Europe for Business Angels and early-stage investors. This is the first nationwide adoption of Dealum, onboarding 64 angel investor groups to the platform.
Oct 21, 2021 — 5 min read Due Diligence in Angel Investing Due diligence can sound like an elaborate legal process, but the scope largely depends on the stage of the startup. Evaluating startups is both an art and a science and best results are achieved when combining instincts and experience with the data.
Jul 27, 2021 — 6 min read Understanding Dealum’s funding round feature Dealum’s funding feature is one of the most powerful collaboration tools on our platform that has a lot of complexity hidden under the plain-looking surface. Here's how it works.
Jul 1, 2021 — 3 min read Case study: How Odense Seed and Venture optimised their workflow As Odense Seed & Venture witnessed an increase in the number of deals received, it became clear that their existing system was creating inefficiencies and was not scalable. As a retrospect, they wish they had joined Dealum sooner.
May 6, 2021 — 6 min read The fine art of asking for advice (for a startup) There’s a time in every company’s life when the knowledge and experience within the team just don’t cut it anymore and an external expert is needed. Where to start and what should be kept in mind? How can angels help the process? Here’s our take on the fine art of asking for advice for a startup.
Apr 29, 2021 — 6 min read How to level up the startup fundraising game Fundraising is a game of many levels and same as with any other game, you should start at the beginning - from the business angels - to learn the game in order to succeed. But what if the company needs to raise more? Where to find additional funding to close the round? Read more to find out.
Apr 21, 2021 — 5 min read Your comprehensive guide to Dealum notifications Notifications are a crucial part of every web application. It’s important that users get relevant updates in a timely manner but at the same time not get flooded with too many of them. We recently improved the settings that allow you to configure notifications in Dealum.
Apr 13, 2021 — 5 min read The ocean of opportunities of the digital transformation for investor groups It’s no secret that digital transformation is a hot subject and has been for some time already. Let’s investigate what can digital transformation bring along for an investor group and how to make the most out of this opportunity.
Mar 31, 2021 — 5 min read How we make angel investing software that users can trust Privacy and security are the main concerns when talking about the use of online tools to manage an investor group, there is a lot of sensitive and confidential business information involved. We take security very seriously - here’s how we protect your data and what you can do to help.
Mar 24, 2021 — 6 min read Your daily investor group deal flow dilemma There is a very specific dilemma investor group managers face in their operations - should they focus on deal flow quality or quantity? Today we discuss the two opposing camps, what are the positives and negatives of both, and what can be done to overcome some of their problems.
Mar 18, 2021 — 4 min read Getting started with Dealum’s angel investing platform Now that you’ve decided on the platform you want to use to manage your investor group, it’s time to start thinking about how to set it up. Moving onto a new platform can be tricky - here are some tips on how to make the transition as seamless and easy as possible and an insight into how we do it.
Mar 12, 2021 — 2 min read Case study: How Keystones refined their toolbox When Keystones created their angel network 5 years ago, they faced the question most groups do - what is the best tool to support their internal processes and communication with members? Fast forward to 2020 when they discovered Dealum can transform their workflow and make it more efficient.
Feb 17, 2021 — 6 min read Choosing a deal flow management software for your angel investor group The process of selecting a platform to manage an investor network can be daunting. It’s crucial that you have a clear understanding of what the group needs in order to futureproof your tools. We’ve put together a comparison of the most common systems available right now.
Feb 10, 2021 — 6 min read The 4 pillars of investor engagement Member engagement is a challenge investor group managers often face, online or offline. There is a lot that can be done digitally to create an active virtual community. Continue reading to learn how to create a positively buzzing network.
Feb 2, 2021 — 6 min read The future of angel investing Angel investing scene is maturing and attracting the next generation of high-net-worth individuals. Knowledge exchange and cooperation become increasingly more important. What else lies ahead in the angel investing future?
Jan 26, 2021 — 3 min read How we make pipeline management software that users love Business software has historically been clunky and corporate-y. SaaS products can be just as complex but need to find a way to seamlessly integrate into the existing processes of the customer. Taking this into account, a good design is no easy feat.
Jan 19, 2021 — 3 min read 13 ways to monetise your investor group A few subjects in the early-stage investing ecosystem result in a heated discussion and monetising access to seed capital is one of them. Still, angels are a crucial part of the ecosystem and therefore need to be able to feed themselves in order to survive. Here’s our guide to more revenue streams.
Jan 12, 2021 — 3 min read Business angels and angel investment networks - the cooperative superpower Angel investing can be a lonely business. Yet there is no other phase in the company’s lifespan when cooperation is as crucial as during the early stages. Don't worry, BANs are here to help!
