E409 – Follow the Money – Darcy Tuer, Navigating VC Funding and Financial Wellness through the ZayZoon Growth Story
“Only 1% of the capital that gets deployed to startups is through a venture capitalist.”
Darcy is candid in the episode as he explains the funding stages, unpacks the Series A & B requirements, and shares his nail-biting experience of raising $12.5M in only three weeks. The process of securing VC investment is intense and full of ups and downs. Darcy also highlights some Alberta VCs, like Sandi Gilbert’s InterGen Capital and Marcos Lopez of Solium Capital and Shareworks, who have given Western Canadian businesses endless opportunities to scale and grow. This optimistic conversation will help you make sense of venture capital in Western Canada, whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started.