Startups that just raised are flush with cash and need to spend it to grow. Perfect time to sell.
Why Funded = Good Target
- Money in the bank
- Pressure to deploy capital
- Building teams and infrastructure
- Decision-making is fast
Funding Data Sources
- Crunchbase: Comprehensive funding database
- PitchBook: Deep startup data
- TechCrunch: Funding announcements
- LinkedIn: Hiring spikes post-funding
Timing Your Outreach
- 0-30 days: Perfect - they're planning spend
- 30-90 days: Good - actively buying
- 90+ days: Budget may be allocated
Personalization Angle
Hi {{first_name}},
Congrats on the Series A! Exciting times at {{company}}.
We work with funded startups to [solve problem]. Just helped {{similar_startup}} [result] as they scaled.
Happy to share what's working if you're interested.
Pro tip: Reference their investors. "Saw Sequoia led the round - great partners to have" shows research.