SaaS Metrics School

Essential SaaS Metrics for a Series A Raise


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Raising a Series A? Your story matters—but your SaaS metrics may close the deal. In episode #322, Ben outlines the investor-ready metrics founders must prepare. You’ll learn what each metric signals to investors, how it ties to valuation, and where founders slip on accounting and financial systems.

Why It Matters (Investor Lens)

  • Investor metrics translate your story and traction into company valuation (multiples tied to growth + retention quality).
  • Clean financial modeling depends on accurate accounting (COGS vs OPEX), solid financial systems, and reliable unit economics.
  • Segmented metrics (by ACV/product/segment) de-risk assumptions and speed due diligence.
  •  Resources Mentioned

    Blog: Essential Series A Metrics (+ deep dives for each metric): https://www.thesaascfo.com/essential-saas-metrics-for-a-series-a-fundraise/

    Course: SaaS Metrics Foundation: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/the-saas-metrics-foundation

    Quote from Ben

    “In Series A, the story still matters—but the metrics support the story that investors underwrite.”

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