In this episode of Behind the Capital we sit down with Woodie Neiss, Managing Partner at D3VC, to explore how venture capital is evolving in a data-driven world.

Woodie shares his journey from Wall Street to startup founder, through to shaping investment crowdfunding legislation in the US and building a venture fund powered by proprietary data and algorithms. He explains how D3VC identifies high-potential companies by tracking signals across thousands of startups, combining AI-driven insights with human judgement.

The conversation dives into how community-backed fundraising is reshaping early-stage investment, why investor sentiment matters, and how founders can position themselves for success before raising capital. Woody also highlights common mistakes founders make, from poor communication to unrealistic valuations, and explains what investors look for beyond the pitch deck.

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