The Visibility Strategy Helping Founders Get Funded with Liana Zavo

The Visibility Strategy Helping Founders Get Funded with Liana Zavo

From Tenacity with Sonia C. by Sonia Couto

April 16, 2026 · 45 min · Season 3 · Episode 125

About this episode

This episode discusses how founders can leverage visibility to enhance their fundraising efforts and build investor confidence.

Most founders think fundraising is about pitch decks, introductions, and traction. But investors are evaluating more than just that; they are also looking for credibility. In this episode of Tenacity with Sonia C, we explore a new fundraising strategy more founders are starting to use: visibility as leverage. PR is no longer just about press coverage. It’s about positioning yourself as a credible, trustworthy founder that investors feel confident backing. We break down: Why investors often trust founders they’ve heard of before they meet them How PR builds authority and reduces perceived risk Why personal brand influence investor confidence How founders can use visibility strategically when preparing to raise capital The difference between marketing visibility and credibility visibility If you’re building something real but struggling to get investor traction, this episode introduces a new way to think about fundraising strategy. Because investors don’t just fund ideas, they fund founders they believe in. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

People in this episode

Host: Sonia Couto

Guest: Liana Zavo

Topics covered

  • fundraising
  • visibility strategy
  • personal branding
  • investor confidence
  • public relations

Keywords

  • fundraising strategy
  • investor traction
  • credibility
  • PR
  • personal brand

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