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Master the essentials of raising capital and pitching high-potential business ventures with this comprehensive lecture guide based on the HKU BIOL2409 (Biotechnology Industry and Entrepreneurship) course taught by Dr. Rocky Law. This document serves as an actionable framework for founders, students, and aspiring entrepreneurs looking to bridge the gap between technical innovations and successful commercialization. It provides deep insights into startup financing, investor expectations, pitch preparation, and screening business opportunities. Key Topics Covered:Why & When to Raise Capital: Speed to market, building credibility, strategic networking, acquiring talent, and risk mitigation. 8 Primary Sources of Startup Funding: Personal savings, FFF (Family, Friends, Fools), bank loans, government grants, incubation programs, angel investors, and venture capital.Investor Perspective: What angels and VCs actually evaluate—team dynamics, addressable market size ($1B+ rule), pain points, scalability, and defensible IP.20-Minute Pitch & Elevator Pitch Breakdown: Detailed slide-by-slide structure featuring a real-world case study on Seafood World Limited (covering market gaps, RAS technology, unit economics, revenue streams, marketing, and financial projections).Capital Structure & Valuation Strategy: Multi-round equity dilution examples, use of funds, exit options (IPO vs. Trade Sale), and ROI calculations.Business Feasibility & Opportunity Screening: Practical guidelines for assessing market potential, platform vs. product models, competitive analysis, and presentation skills.Ideal study material for students in entrepreneurship, biotechnology commercialization, and business development—or founders preparing their pitch decks for early-stage investors

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