INvested Episode: Melissa Widner, Lighter Capital

"Make sure that if you’re taking any kind of equity, it comes with controller advice, and that the person providing the capital is supportive of your vision."

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Melissa is the CEO of Lighter Capital, the leader in revenue-based financing for SAAS companies. As founder/CEO, Melissa sold two companies generating 10X+ returns to investors. She’s been an angel investor and VC in the US and Australia. She’s the chair of HeadsOverHeels, an organization supporting women entrepreneurs.

In this episode:

• Venture capital strategies & revenue-based financing options
• Extending your runway with flexible non-dilutive growth capital
• Leadership for challenging markets
• Where to find the “dry powder” (available cash in the market)

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