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In this powerhouse episode of Pitch. Fund. Scale, I sit down with Maneesh Srivastava – founder of Alphavalue Ventures, angel investor, and startup transaction advisor – to unpack the real mechanics behind startup valuation, fundraising, and legal readiness.
With over 2,000+ startup assignments under his belt, Maneesh dives deep into founder blindspots, legal red flags, and the strategies investors actually care about when deciding to write a check.
Maneesh is a founding member of TiE, a trusted mentor at top incubation cells, and sits on investment committees at multiple IITs. With 16+ years of experience, he’s helped shape India's early-stage ecosystem from the inside out.
🎙️ Topics Covered:
✅ Startup Valuation Myths (and how to avoid them)
✅ Legal & Due Diligence Best Practices
✅ ESOP Structuring Tips that Work
✅ Angel Investment Strategies & Founder Fit
✅ Real Case Studies from Startup Advisory
✅ What Investors Look for in a Winning Pitch
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Maneesh Srivastava LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maneeshsrivastav/
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💡 Whether you're raising your first round or advising founders, this episode is a tactical deep-dive into startup funding done right.
