Published Jul 14, 2021

Your funding round isn't special, but you might be

Venture capital expert Alex Konrad dives into the explosive growth of Q2's VC market, the nuances of evaluating funding rounds, and shares tips for startups to foster better relationships with media reporters.

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Your funding round isn't special, but you might be

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Funding Perspectives

Disaster Tech Insights

Embracing Transparency

Global Unicorn Surge

Funding Disparities

Media Rivalry Insights

The Power of Exclusives

Engaging Reporters Effectively

Reporting Perspectives

Reporting Challenges

Startup Journalism Insights

Startup Frenzy

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Venture Capital Explosion

Funding Evaluations

Reporting Dynamics

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Venture Capital ExplosionAlex Konrad, a senior editor at Forbes, joins the Equity podcast to discuss the frenetic pace of the venture capital market in Q2. They explore the surge in startup exits, the dramatic increase in unicorns, and concerns about the sustainability of this rapid growth.

Venture Capital Explosion

Funding EvaluationsNext, Alex Konrad joins the discussion to explore the intricacies of evaluating funding rounds and the challenges reporters face in covering them. He shares insights on what makes certain rounds newsworthy and the difficulties in obtaining transparent information from companies.

Funding Evaluations

Reporting DynamicsAlex Konrad joins the discussion to share insights on how startups can effectively engage with reporters. He emphasizes the importance of transparency and the unique dynamics of media rivalry in venture capital journalism.

Reporting Dynamics

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