> First - if you want to raise money today in silicon valley - the place is flooded with money. There's more to it than merely "wanting" to raise money. First

> First - if you want to raise money today in silicon valley - the place is flooded with money. There's more to it than merely "wanting" to raise money. First, build a product, then market the product, get customers, get revenue, and then start pitching like crazy and hope that you get investment before your own savings or friends and family round money runs out. If you're aware of a more straightforward or reliable path, I would love to hear about it.