Stuck? Time to Improv! The Startup Launchpad

Dave McFarland - What An Investor Wants in a Startup


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David McFarland from Focus OPEX talks about what he & investors look for in a startup

Startups, Investing, and Manufacturing Strategies

In the meeting, Mary and Dave Mcfarlane discussed the importance of startups being wildly successful. Dave, an investor, shared his journey into investing and his focus on manufacturing startups, particularly component makers and contract manufacturers. He also discussed his approach to working with early startups, often providing pro bono work and helping them find funding. Dave emphasized the viability of buying existing companies as a strategy for startups, which can speed up growth and de-risk the process. He also mentioned the potential of acquiring a small electronics manufacturer to help roll out a medical device. Mary ended the conversation by encouraging startups to book a call with Dave for further collaboration.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davemcfarland-investor-advisor-innovator/

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Stuck? Time to Improv! The Startup LaunchpadBy Mary Scott