What makes a Startup investable in Web3 & Tech l Darius a financial advisor with 15yrs+ experience

In this episode I sit down with Darius Kraucionis, fintech and blockchain advisor, investor relations expert, and strategic partnerships specialist, to discuss what separates startups that successfully raise capital from those that never make it. We dive into Darius’ journey into fintech and blockchain, the lessons he’s learned working with founders and investors, and how the startup fundraising landscape has evolved over the years. During this conversation we discuss: • How Darius entered fintech and Web3 • What venture capital investors and private investors actually look for • The biggest fundraising mistakes founders repeatedly make • What makes a startup truly investable • Investor relations and capital raising strategies • AI + Blockchain: where the biggest opportunities are emerging • Stories from working with startups around the world • Advice for young founders entering fintech, crypto and Web3 • How to build credibility and long-term partnerships • The future of entrepreneurship and technology Whether you’re a founder raising your first round, building a startup, working in venture capital, or simply interested in the future of AI, blockchain and fintech, this conversation is packed with practical insights and real-world experience. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to Me as well as Founders Unchained for conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, fund managers, venture capitalists and industry leaders building the future. Subscribe for more founder conversations every week.