The Most Expensive Money You'll Ever Raise

The Most Expensive Money You'll Ever Raise

July 10, 2026 · 35 min · Season 2 · Episode 107

About this episode

Elia Wallen discusses the implications of raising too much money too soon for startups and how founders can assess their readiness for venture capital.

Engine founder and CEO Elia Wallen explains why raising too much money too soon can derail a startup, how founders can tell when they’re actually ready for venture capital, and why equity may be the most expensive money they’ll ever raise.

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