Process Design: The Most Underestimated Part of Fundraising
David Marshall David Marshall

Process Design: The Most Underestimated Part of Fundraising

Many founders underestimate the structure required for an effective fundraise. Investors notice the difference between a disciplined process and a loose one. This article explains why strong process design matters and why a systematic approach leads to better outcomes.

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Solving an Acute Need, Then Building Something Bigger
David Marshall David Marshall

Solving an Acute Need, Then Building Something Bigger

Investors don’t respond to products built for everyone. They respond to products that solve something painful and specific, with a credible path to something larger. This piece explores why solving an acute need is the surest foundation for both product-market fit and successful fundraising.

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Two Different Skillsets
David Marshall David Marshall

Two Different Skillsets

The skills that help founders build a business are not the same skills required to raise institutional capital. Recognising this distinction early can make the difference between a difficult process and a structured, confident one.

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