Penny Schiffer, CEO and co-founder of Raized.ai, a Swiss-based start-up determined to make early-stage investing smarter using data, AI and analytics, spoke to Rudolf Falat, founder of the Voice of FinTech podcast about the pain points in the early-stage investing for investors and start-ups, how to address them using technology, product development and fundraising approach and more.

Here is the exciting story of Penny and smart VC (or early-stage) investing:

Penny's journey from Accenture and Swisscom to the startup world

Pain points in VC investing?
Every VC firm would like to find the best startups earlier; many rely on their network and inbound ideas. So why is it not enough?
Startups love to work with efficient partners: how can their communication about potential fundraising with VCs be improved.
Many investors stay that early-stage investing is more about backing a team rather than an idea. So how does an AI solution can help assess the team?
Word of advice for startups approaching VCs and pitching to raise funds
Alternatives to VC funding (clients, angels, grants)
Raized.ai's solution - a B2B SaaS company
Where is Raized.ai on its journey in terms of product development and funding
What are the following milestones ahead of you? I hear that you are hiring?
Best way to reach out if you are interested in becoming a client, investor or want to join Raized.ai's team