Burak Büyükdemir
I invest in early-stage startups. Each week I write one letter about what I have seen: the founders, the decisions, and my own mistakes.
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Where to begin
Courses
- 10 Days to Your First CustomerA reality check for your idea, one task a day. Ten emails, free.
- Angel 101Angel investing with $100,000 of play money. Seven emails, free.
- The Fundraising PlaybookHow a seed round runs, from first list to signed SAFE. Seven emails, free.
For founders
I invest in pre-seed and seed companies anywhere in the world, with checks of $25,000 to $200,000 through Startupist Ventures. A warm introduction is the best way in; a reply to any letter is the second best.
About
I founded Etohum in 2008 and later Startup Istanbul. In 2005 I wrote a book about Turkey’s first internet founders. The longer version