Today marks the beginning of something different in business intelligence. At SeatOne, we're not just another advisory service or newsletter. We're your strategic partner delivering actionable insights that help you build, scale, and exit with confidence.
Our Mission
The business world is drowning in generic advice, theoretical frameworks, and investor perspectives that don't translate to real leadership challenges. We believe business leaders deserve better.
SeatOne was founded on the principle that strategic intelligence should be clear, actionable, and immediately applicable. Every insight we deliver, from venture capital analysis to scaling strategies, is tested against one simple question: will this help you make better strategic decisions?
What Sets Us Apart
Real World Experience
Our insights aren't theoretical. They're born from actual scaling experience, venture capital relationships, and successful exits. We've been in your position, faced your challenges, and know what actually works in practice.
No Nonsense Approach
We cut through the startup speak and investor jargon. Our analysis is direct, our recommendations are specific, and our timelines are realistic. No fluff, no filler, just actionable intelligence.
Strategic Focus
Every piece of analysis connects to your growth objectives. Whether it's fundraising strategy, market positioning, or exit planning, we show you exactly how it impacts your business outcomes.
The Current Venture Capital Landscape
As we launch SeatOne, we're focused on the evolving dynamics between founders and investors. Venture capital markets are experiencing significant shifts that directly impact how you should approach fundraising and scaling.
Series A Crunch Reality
The gap between seed and Series A has widened dramatically. VCs are now expecting Series A companies to demonstrate:
- Strong product market fit with clear metrics
- Proven revenue growth and sustainable unit economics
- Experienced leadership teams capable of scaling
- Market positions that can defend against competition
Private Equity Interest in Growth Companies
Interestingly, private equity funds are increasingly targeting high growth companies earlier in their lifecycle. This creates new opportunities for business leaders considering alternative funding paths and exit strategies.
What Investors Actually Want
Understanding investor motivations is crucial for founder success. Our research reveals what really drives investment decisions in today's market.
Venture Capital Priorities
Scalable Business Models: VCs prioritise companies that can achieve exponential growth without proportional cost increases
Defensible Market Positions: Investors want to see clear competitive moats and barriers to entry
Experienced Teams: Track records matter more than ever, particularly in uncertain markets
Clear Exit Pathways: VCs need to see realistic paths to meaningful returns through acquisition or public offerings
Private Equity Opportunities
PE firms are increasingly interested in founder led businesses that demonstrate:
- Predictable revenue streams and strong cash flow generation
- Operational excellence and scalability potential
- Market leadership positions in growing sectors
- Management teams willing to partner for growth acceleration
Building Investor Ready Companies
Success in today's funding environment requires more than a good idea. Founders need to build companies that align with investor requirements whilst maintaining strategic flexibility.
Financial Excellence
Unit Economics: Understand and optimise your key metrics from day one
Cash Flow Management: Maintain visibility into runway and growth efficiency
Revenue Quality: Focus on sustainable, recurring revenue streams
Cost Structure: Build scalable operations that improve with growth
Strategic Positioning
Market Timing: Position your company to capture emerging market opportunities
Competitive Advantage: Develop sustainable differentiators that compound over time
Partnership Strategy: Build relationships that accelerate growth and reduce risk
The SeatOne Approach
At SeatOne, we view these market dynamics not as obstacles but as opportunities for well prepared founders. Our analysis and insights are designed to help you navigate the venture capital and private equity landscape whilst building exceptional companies.
Whether you're preparing for your first institutional round, scaling post Series A, or considering exit opportunities, we provide the strategic intelligence you need to succeed.
Discover how SeatOne helps founders navigate venture capital and private equity markets for actionable intelligence on fundraising, scaling, and exit strategies.