In this episode, I sit down with Michael Bak, Head of Investor Relations at TechBBQ, founder of Nordic Investor Day, and a key player in shaping the Nordic startup ecosystem. With over 15 years of experience building communities and fostering investor-startup relationships, Michael shares the hidden rules of fundraising and building startup ecosystems.

We talk about:

🌍 The rise of Copenhagen’s startup ecosystem and what makes it unique

🔥 How TechBBQ went from a grassroots initiative to a 10,000-person event

🤝 How investors evaluate founders beyond pitch decks

💡 Why trust is the #1 currency in fundraising (and how to build it)

🎯 How founders can avoid wasting time with the wrong investors

🚀 Insider tips on networking and making the most of startup events

This episode is packed with fundraising strategies, investor psychology, and practical event networking hacks that will help you build the right relationships and raise capital faster.

You can connect with Michael at https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbak/

Find more about TechBBQ at https://techbbq.dk/