Fundraising isn’t just about your deck or your numbers; it’s also about finding the right match.

In this evening session, we’re breaking down what actually happens inside VC–founder conversations: what resonates, what quietly kills momentum, and how to interpret the signals investors rarely spell out. Too often, founders walk away from meetings unsure whether things went well, what “let’s stay in touch” really means, or whether they’re being seriously considered at all.

Joining us:

🔥 Hsing-Hsing Li — COO at Aceler8 | Lecturer at Columbia
🔥 Adam Sah — Founder & GP, Zero Capital

We’ll unpack:

The green flags and red flags founders should watch for when speaking with investors
Common VC phrases and quotes, and what they usually mean in practice
The most persistent fundraising myths founders believe (and why they’re wrong)

Many people see fundraising as dating. Alignment, signaling, timing, power dynamics, and yes, moments where you should confidently swipe left. The event is designed to be interactive, candid, and grounded in real fundraising behavior, not theory.

This session is built for:

AI founders raising now or planning to raise soon
Operators who want to understand investor psychology earlier
VCs who care about better founder–investor alignment and fewer mismatched processes

Agenda:

Door Opens: 6:00 p.m.
Program Begins: 6:30 p.m.
Networking: 7:30 p.m. onwards

Expect honest insights, real examples, and a room full of people who are actively building, investing, and navigating the same conversations!

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VC Hot Seat Green Flags, Red Flags, and Real Signals