In this episode of the Seed Podcast, hosts Hassan and Jan sit down with Leo Bradshaw, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Upcap. Leo shares his remarkable transition from a decade in private equity and deal advisory to becoming a repeat startup operator and entrepreneur.

Leo delves into his experience scaling Peckwater Brands, where he successfully raised over £30 million and navigated the complexities of internationalization across 11 countries. He offers invaluable insights into:

• The critical importance of market timing and recognizing opportunities
• The challenges of fundraising and how to effectively engage investors
• The role of AI in streamlining the fundraising process for high-growth founders
• The necessity for founders to embrace ambiguity and build a strong company culture

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned founder, Leo's advice on strategic outreach, financial modeling, and the accelerator experience is a must-listen.

Connect with Leo and Upcap:

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leobradshaw/

Upcap: ⁠https://upcap.ai