Early Stage Funding
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Funding & Finance
SAFE vs. Convertible Note vs. Priced Equity: How to Pick Your Early-Stage Instrument Without Getting Diluted by Surprise
Choosing between SAFEs, convertible notes, and priced equity for early-stage funding requires understanding their distinct mechanics and dilution impacts. Founders must actively model potential dilution from valuation caps and discounts before signing to protect their ownership.
Marek Kowalski·October 17, 2026
Funding & Finance
Alethia Venture Partners: A Look at Their CPG and Beverage Fund Strategy
For founders in the competitive consumer packaged goods (CPG) and beverage sectors, securing the right capital is a pivotal moment. Alethia Venture Partners enters this space with a clearly defined strategy, utilizing it…
Sponsored by Alethia Venture Partners·August 11, 2026