First Round: What it really takes to raise from angels
First Round: What it really takes to raise from angels takes place on Fri, 25 Sept 2026 at 17:00 (GMT+1) at NG HUB in Lagos, LA. Entry is free; the listing is on Eventbrite.
About this event
Raising your first investment takes more than a great idea. This event, hosted by Founder Institute Lagos in partnership with Lagos Angel Network, brings together founders and experienced angel investors for an honest conversation about early-stage fundraising.
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Through a moderated fireside chat and curated networking session, gain practical insights into investor expectations, fundraising readiness, and how to prepare for angel investment.<br /><div><strong>What You'll Learn:</strong></div><ul><li>The key signals angel investors look for in fundable startups. </li><li>When to raise from angels instead of venture capital. </li><li>How to prepare an investor-ready pitch and fundraising materials. </li><li>The most common mistakes that stop founders from raising capital. </li><li>How to build lasting relationships with investors before and after your raise.</li></ul><div><br><strong>Your Hosts:</strong></div><ul><li>Founder Institute Lagos, in partnership with;</li><li>Lagos Angel Network (LAN)</li></ul><div><br><strong>Who Should Attend:</strong></div><ul><li>Founders raising their first investment;</li><li>Startups raising pre-seed or seed capital;</li><li>Founder Institute alumni and current founders;</li><li>Ecosystem leaders and innovation hubs, and Anyone interested in understanding angel investment.<br><br></li></ul><div><strong>Registration Link</strong>: https://luma.com/yfvbugup<br><br><strong>Additional Resources:</strong> Find more <a href="https://fi.co/events">Startup Events</a>, read <a href="https://fi.co/reviews">Reviews</a> from founders who went through the program, or join an <a href="https://fi.co/infosession">InfoSession</a> if you cannot make it in person.</div><div><strong><br>About Founder Institute:</strong> The Founder Institute is the World's Largest AI-Native Company Builder, giving idea-stage, first-time founders, and employees making the leap to entrepreneurship the tools, global network, and proven methodology to build an AI-powered startup from zero to funding. Since 2009, our structured programs have helped over [total_graduates] founders across [total_countries] countries raise more than $[total_funding] in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 6 continents, our mission is to empower talented and motivated people everywhere to build impactful, AI-powered companies.<br><br></div>
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Details
- When
- Fri, 25 Sept 2026 · 17:00 (GMT+1)
- Where
- NG HUB
- Address
- 8 Montgomery Rd Sabo, Yaba, Lagos
- Price
- Free
- Genre
- 101/class, training, or workshop
Questions
- When is First Round: What it really takes to raise from angels?
- Fri, 25 Sept 2026 at 17:00 GMT+1.
- How much are tickets for First Round: What it really takes to raise from angels?
- Entry is free.
- Where is First Round: What it really takes to raise from angels?
- NG HUB, 8 Montgomery Rd Sabo, Yaba, Lagos, Lagos, LA.
- Where can I buy tickets for First Round: What it really takes to raise from angels?
- Tickets are sold on Eventbrite. This page links straight to that listing; no tickets are sold here.
