20 Things You Can Do To Meet Investors

As fundraiser you need to meet investors all the time. To not only strengthen and nurture relations with investors you already know but to meet new investors. 

Here are 20 steps you can take to meet new investors and expand your rolodex. 

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1. Attend industry events and conferences where investors are present.
2. Network with industry professionals who may have connections to investors.
3. Join investor groups or organisations.
4. Participate in pitch competitions or demo days.
5. Create a professional and well-designed pitch deck to present to investors.
6. Research and target specific investors who may be interested in your industry, sector, geography or business model.
7. Utilize social media and online networking platforms to connect with investors.
8. Seek out accelerators or incubators that may have connections to investors.
9. Attend pitch training or workshops to hone your pitch skills.
10. Utilize online resources, such as AngelList or LinkedIn, to find and connect with investors.
11. Join a local startup community or entrepreneurial group with ties to investors.
12. Attend meetups or networking events specifically for investors and those requiring capital (e.g. entrepreneurs).
13. Seek out mentorship or advice from successful fundraisers or investors.
14. Collaborate with other business professionals to create a strong network of connections.
15. Participate in entrepreneurial events or hackathons.
16. Attend investor pitch sessions or office hours at local co-working spaces or incubators.
17. Utilize your personal and professional network to find potential introductions to investors.
18. Seek out individual and institutional investors who have interest in your industry.
19. Consider joining a startup accelerator or incubator program that includes investor connections as part of the program.
20. Participate in online forums or virtual pitch events to connect with investors.

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The aforementioned are just but some of the many things you should regularly undertake in your journey to grow your investor relationships.