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Financing Basics

Financing Basics

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About the Teacher

Kyle Rolfing

Kyle is a serial healthcare entrepreneur with particular experience in next-generation tools for employers to manage health benefits. Kyle was a founder at Definity Health (acquired by United Health for $300m in 2004), Redbrick Health (acquired by Marlin Equity Partners in 2018), and Bright Health (IPO 2021, NYSE:BHG).

By the end of this module, you'll be able to:

Recognize common funding options for health tech startups and explain the pros and cons of each.
Assess which funding options (grants, angel investors, strategic partnerships, venture capital) might be appropriate for your startup, considering your company’s stage of growth.
Define venture capital and key considerations for seeking it.
Analyze the criteria venture capitalists use to evaluate startups and apply these insights to your own business preparation.

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Are You Ready for VC?

When it comes to funding a new health tech venture, securing financing via venture capital (VC) firms is a popular option. However, VC firms have high standards and strict criteria for the businesses they fund. This unscientific self-assessment may help you understand if your company meets some of the rigorous requirements for VC funding. Use the information you learn to sharpen your funding efforts and address any gaps in your knowledge.

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Top 5 Takeaways

Read this article to review the top 5 takeaways from this module.

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You’re a Funding Fact Finder!