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May 2024
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A Founder’s Ability to be Transparent an...

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Get ready for an intriguing conversation with Basil Moftah, General Parter at Nclude. Born and raised in the US and Trinidad and Tobago, but with roots in Egypt, Basil brings both his international perspective and years of Corporate VC experience to the investing table. He shares his pet peeves on things like celebrating successful fundraising efforts and having difficult conversations with founders.

He reminds us about the responsibilities tied to capital investment, and provides insights on when to pivot or exit a venture from an investor's standpoint. Tune in for some enlightening insights in this episode!

"The Perfect Pitch," is a newly launched Podcast Show by Lucidity Insights. Join LucidityInsights.com for an exclusive masterclass series featuring top Venture Capitalists in the Middle East & Africa region. Get all the essential insights to kickstart your fundraising journey. 🚀

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