Valuing a startup is difficult especially when institutional investors haven't yet stepped in. Early-stage founders often find themselves in a tug-of-war with potential investors, balancing aspirations with practical assessments of value. Our webinar series, Capital Access: What's my company worth? decodes the art and science of startup valuation.

In the first installment, we'll learn the essentials of valuation. Join Bryan Slauko, co-founder of Calgary-based pre-seed venture captial firm, Metiquity Ventures to explore:

• Practical approaches to determining your company's worth.
• Techniques for navigating valuation conversations with potential investors.
• Tips for presenting your value at different stages of growth.

Whether you're preparing for your first round of funding or looking to strengthen your valuation knowledge, Bryan's insights and experience will help you move forward with confidence.

In our Capital Access webinar series, Host, Ayo Aiyeleya, director of Capital Access aims to provide startups and entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed in accessing the capital they need to help their businesses grow and thrive. From company valuations, to how to make your concept attractive to investors, we'll cover it all with help from some of the best experts in the business.

Bryan Slauko is a founding partner at Metiquity Ventures, a venture fund based in Calgary that specializes in early-stage, pre-seed technology investments across Alberta and the Prairies. Armed with a robust financial background and a CFA designation, Bryan offers a nuanced approach to the valuation and investment of tech startups. His deep understanding of the intricacies involved in pre-seed and seed funding stages allows him to play a pivotal role in setting initial valuations and deal structures. As a lead investor, Bryan not only influences the early financial foundations of startups but also actively contributes to their growth through seed-stage fundraising. His firsthand experience with evolving valuations as companies mature gives him valuable perspective on startup investment strategies, providing rich insights and guidance to new entrepreneurs and fellow investors alike.