# ![@kate_mcandrew Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:tiktok::6733610059492738054.png) @kate_mcandrew Kate McAndrew

Kate McAndrew posts on TikTok about finance, investment, kate, money the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-----] engagements in the last [--] hours.

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### Social Influence

**Social category influence**
[finance](/list/finance)  [technology brands](/list/technology-brands)  [social networks](/list/social-networks)  [vc firms](/list/vc-firms)  [stocks](/list/stocks)  [us election](/list/us-election)  [celebrities](/list/celebrities)  [luxury brands](/list/luxury-brands)  [fashion brands](/list/fashion-brands)  [events](/list/events) 

**Social topic influence**
[finance](/topic/finance) #3330, [investment](/topic/investment) #4399, [kate](/topic/kate), [money](/topic/money), [$100m](/topic/$100m) #156, [how to](/topic/how-to), [vcs](/topic/vcs) #3160, [if you](/topic/if-you), [fund](/topic/fund) #1133, [$500k](/topic/$500k) #142

**Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by**
[@redpoint](/creator/undefined) [@offe](/creator/undefined) [@bindery](/creator/undefined) [@argentwork](/creator/undefined) [@recess](/creator/undefined) [@ruffin](/creator/undefined) [@carla](/creator/undefined) [@chelsea](/creator/undefined) [@alex](/creator/undefined) [@gob](/creator/undefined) [@robots](/creator/undefined) [@yazan](/creator/undefined) [@alice](/creator/undefined) [@uberpedia](/creator/undefined) [@the](/creator/undefined) [@lady](/creator/undefined) [@onetoktik](/creator/undefined) [@john](/creator/undefined) [@user3974290418363](/creator/undefined) [@oohwelliguess](/creator/undefined)
### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

"Im looking to invest $500K-$2M into startups that check these [--] boxes✅ Sound like you #startups #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfunds #venturecapital #femalefounder #femalefinance #womeninbusiness #katemcandrew Im investing $500K-$2M into brand new startups Here are [--] things Im looking for Im investing $500K-$2M into brand new startups Here are [--] things Im looking for"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7496514870733573418)  2025-04-23T14:26Z 31.8K followers, 31.9K engagements


"How can you tell if a venture capitalist is interested in your company Here are the top [--] things I do to show founders Im interested in their company✨ #venturecapital #womeninbusiness #financetok #financetiktok #femalefounder #buildingacompany #katemcandrew shes just not that into you ✨venture capital edition head to my page to learn how to gain momentum shes just not that into you ✨venture capital edition head to my page to learn how to gain momentum"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7367767902134553899)  2024-05-11T15:42Z 14K followers, [----] engagements


"Are you interested in breaking into venture capital Here are the top [--] things I recommend doing to get into VC Hope this helps💕🫶🏻🫶🏻 #venturecapital #womeninbusiness #femalefounder #startuplife #mominfinance #finance #venturecapitalist #katemcandrew Follow along for more tips on how to break into VC [--] ways you can break into venture capital Follow along for more tips on how to break into VC [--] ways you can break into venture capital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7373319612324187435)  2024-05-26T14:45Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @robots draw startup founder vesting schedules are critical #startup #vc #techtok #womeninvestors #equity #fundraising"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7374214405430480171)  2024-05-29T00:38Z 14K followers, [----] engagements


"Oh wait thats me💅 #venturecapital #finance #femaleventurecapitalist #womeninbusiness #femalefinance #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7375954967284190507)  2024-06-02T17:12Z 28K followers, [----] engagements


"Venture capitalists look at many aspects of a company when deciding whether or not to invest but these are the top [--] ingredients you DEF need to have. So save this for the next time you are making a pizza ;)🍕 #venturecapital #finance #buildingacompany #investing #startup #womeninbusiness #startupadvice #preseed #companysecrets #secretingredient #katemcandrew Coming from a VC with a $100 million fund [--] necessary ingredients for a successful startup Coming from a VC with a $100 million fund [--] necessary ingredients for a successful startup"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7377426003808865579)  2024-06-06T16:20Z 28.5K followers, [----] engagements


"I love @Bindery Books and you should too Heres why I invested $750000 into their pre-seed round. If you have a company like this email me📖✨ #booktok #preseedinvestor #preseed #venturecapital #finance #investing #binderybooks #womeninbusiness #katemcandrew I invested $750K into a book publishing startup📚 That had raised [--] dollars I invested $750K into a book publishing startup📚 That had raised [--] dollars"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7377955067569147178)  2024-06-08T02:33Z 28.9K followers, [----] engagements


"Venture capitalists should be providing A LOT more than just cash💵heres how involved I stay after making investments and here are some things you should keep in mind when finding investors✨🫶🏻 #venturecapital #investors #preseed #finance #companyculture #buildingacompany #startup #startupadvice #katemcandrew And why your investors should be providing more than just cash💵 How involved are venture capitalists after investing And why your investors should be providing more than just cash💵 How involved are venture capitalists after investing"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7378884690033347882)  2024-06-10T14:41Z 25.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Relationships with investors are not all about the cashVCs should be providing a lot more. What do you think #venturecapital #startups #investors #katemcandrew And why you should be getting more than just cash💸 What should your relationship with investors look like And why you should be getting more than just cash💸 What should your relationship with investors look like"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7380022799022312746)  2024-06-13T16:17Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"As a preseed venture capitalist this is generally what Im seeing right now. What do you think #venturecapital #startup #startuptips #startupvaluation #investing #investors #finance #startupadvice #femalefinance #katemcandrew #greenscreen How to value your startup💸✨ How to value your startup💸✨"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7385218075118849323)  2024-06-27T16:18Z 29.1K followers, 19.4K engagements


"Maybe not the hottest of takesbut I see yoh working moms #venturecapital #workingmom #femalefinance #MomsofTikTok #momsinfinance #katemcandrew #greenscreen Working mom hot take🔥 Working mom hot take🔥"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7386792048919186731)  2024-07-01T22:05Z [----] followers, 12.2K engagements


"If you are thinking about cold emailing a VC (or anyone in business) DONT DO THIS #venturecapital #coldemail #coldemailing #coldemailtips #coldemailhacks #coldemailingstrategies #finance #vcfinance #investing #startup #startupadvice #katemcandrew #greenscreen Cold email red flags 🚩🚩🚩 Cold email red flags 🚩🚩🚩"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7407484328663354667)  2024-08-26T16:22Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"This is the number one reason why startups go under #cofounder #startup #startupcompany #startupcofounders #cofounderbreakup #breakup #companybreakup #professionalbreakup #finance #venturecapital #femalefinance #investing #startups #womenfinance #katemcandrew #companyculture Lets talk about co-founder breakups Lets talk about co-founder breakups"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7408959881518304558)  2024-08-30T15:48Z 15.8K followers, [----] engagements


"I want to answer your questions about venture capital startups pre-seed funding etc. Lets hear it👀 #venturecapital #startup #preseedfunding #preseedinvestor #katemcandrew Pre-seed venture capital: What do you want to know about it Pre-seed venture capital: What do you want to know about it"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7409719077725408555)  2024-09-01T16:54Z 26.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Fit checks for the week✨#fitcheck #financefashion #financeoutfit #venturecapital #venturecapitaloutfit #sffinance #katemcandrew As a venture capitalist What I wore this week As a venture capitalist What I wore this week"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7410833371577781547)  2024-09-04T16:58Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Have you ever wondered which goddess Kamala Harris is #kamala #kamalaharrisedit #kamalatrump #kamaladebate #presidentialdebates2024 #presidentialdebate #katemcandrew To defeat Donald Trump Kamala Harris will embody this ancient goddess To defeat Donald Trump Kamala Harris will embody this ancient goddess"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7413171747153038638)  2024-09-11T00:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Are you a freshman or sophomore in college looking to get involved in venture capital Here are the [--] things you can do💸💸💸##venturecapital##collegeventurecapital##collegefinance##financejobs##venturecapitaljobs##jobprep##financejobsearch##femalefinance##jobtips##howtogetajobinfinance##katemcandrew How to get involved in VC as a college freshman/sophomore💸✨ How to get involved in VC as a college freshman/sophomore💸✨"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7415649725031959854)  2024-09-17T16:28Z 15.8K followers, [----] engagements


"These are the [--] most common things that caused startups to fail#s#startupfailco#companyfailuret#startupfailuree#venturecapitaln#investingn#investingfailt#startuptipst#startupst#startuptiktokt#startupbusinesst#startupfoundert#startupfundinga#katemcandrew Top [--] things that cause startups to fail Top [--] things that cause startups to fail"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7416752607923916074)  2024-09-20T15:48Z 11.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Make sure your pitch deck does not have this major red flag🚩 #startup #startups #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startuptips #fundingforbusinesses #fundingopportunities #fundingyourbusiness #startupfail #venturecapital #investing #pitchdeck #pitchdecktips #katemcandrew Most common pitch deck red flag🚩🚩🚩 Most common pitch deck red flag🚩🚩🚩"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7418599434277211434)  2024-09-25T15:14Z 10.9K followers, 17.6K engagements


"Heres why I dont reccomend sending your pitch deck as a PDF DocSend is #1 in my heart🩷 #pitchdeck #pitchdecktips #pitchdecks #startup #startuppitchdeck #startups #startuptips #investing #katemcandrew Why I dont recommend PDF pitch decks Why I dont recommend PDF pitch decks"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7421998331137641770)  2024-10-04T19:04Z 14K followers, 17.6K engagements


"Lets break down the ABCs of venture capital+startupsstarting with A: accredited investor💸 #accreditedinvestor #accreditedinvestors #startup #startuptips #startupfounder #financeforbeginners #venturecapitalforbeginners #investing #katemcandrew What is an accredited investor VC + startup [---] What is an accredited investor VC + startup 101"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7423425938873978154)  2024-10-08T15:24Z 27.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Have you ever thought about becoming an angel investor💸💸 #angelinvestor #investor #investing #investingforbeginners #investingtips #investing101 #investingexplained #angelinvesting #katemcandrew #venturecapital How to become an angel investor💸🪽 How to become an angel investor💸🪽"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7426425568880561454)  2024-10-16T17:24Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Yazan more here on what kinds of startups i am investing in from my $100m venture capital fund - these are two examples from mt track record. #worktok #techtok #startup #vc"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7432719923455036714)  2024-11-02T16:29Z 27.1K followers, [----] engagements


"To everyone who is balancing a career and motherhood: you are doing great and you are not alone🩷 #motherhood #motherhoodunfiltered #momsinfinance #femalefinance #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #femaleinvestor #womeninbusiness #katemcandrew Finance🤝motherhood Finance🤝motherhood"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7434947492938075435)  2024-11-08T16:33Z 28K followers, [----] engagements


"I dont get out of bed for less than a billion dollars. Here are the three things I look for when assessing whether your company is worth it💸 #startup #venturecapital #startuptips #venturecapitalist #katemcandrew #femaleinvestor #investing #billiondollarcompany How I know if your startup is worth investing in💸 How I know if your startup is worth investing in💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7436811277919407406)  2024-11-13T17:06Z 15.8K followers, 20.9K engagements


"Are you still fundraising for your startup right now STOP Heres why #startups #startup #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfounders #startupfunds #startuptiktok #finance101 #femaleinvestor #femalefinance #greenscreen #katemcandrew This is the worst time of year to raise startup funds This is the worst time of year to raise startup funds"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7441612597507525931)  2024-11-26T15:37Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"powerful workwear can communicate that you are in charge. Here is one power look i will be wearing in [----]. @alice + olivia #prada #workwear #2025 #fashiontiktok #fashion #worktok #greenscreen #midsize #maximalistworkwear #maximalist Maximalist Workwear Power Looks for [----] from a Venture Capitalist running a $100M fund Maximalist Workwear Power Looks for [----] from a Venture Capitalist running a $100M fund"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7448648955241434410)  2024-12-15T14:42Z 11.6K followers, 24.4K engagements


"Here are some types of companies that I have never and will never invest in #startuptips #startuptiktok #startupfunding #startupfounders #investing #katemcandrew Companies I will NEVER invest in As a VC running a $100M fund Companies I will NEVER invest in As a VC running a $100M fund"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7449419182082379051)  2024-12-17T16:31Z 10.2K followers, [----] engagements


"SAAS is dead Long live SAAS Its the wild wild west for AI pricing right now. #startup #technology #katemcandrew Venture Capitalists perspective on the Wild Wild West of AI Venture Capitalists perspective on the Wild Wild West of AI"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7450504225013976363)  2024-12-20T14:41Z 26.3K followers, 13.9K engagements


"Replying to @Uberpedia Heres what I think about married couple co-founders💸Have you ever thought about starting a business with your partner And howd it go #startup #venturecapital #startupfunding #startupfounder #cofounder #cofounders #couplefounders #startuptips #katemcandrew What do VCs think of married couple founders What do VCs think of married couple founders"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7452791806242082090)  2024-12-26T18:38Z 27.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Opened up the @The New York Times and saw my portfolio company #vctok #startup #fedisbest #greenscreen"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7454307127973203242)  2024-12-30T20:38Z 25.2K followers, [----] engagements


"Skin care girlies I need to know what to use on this gorgeous almost [--] year old face. Not worried about price but I am worried about effectiveness. #skincare Getting serious about skin care in [----] Getting serious about skin care in 2025"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7456586161293659435)  2025-01-06T00:02Z 11K followers, [---] engagements


"Replying to @Lady Nadia Essex Co-founders do not need a 50/50 equity split and most of the time they dont #equitysplit #startupfunding #startupfounder #startuptips #startupcofounder #startupcofounders #preseedfunding #startuptiktok #preseed #katemcandrew You and your co-founder do NOT need 50/50 equity split You and your co-founder do NOT need 50/50 equity split"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7456846511381433646)  2025-01-06T16:53Z 15.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Buckle up cowboys this is going to get real weird. #techtok #technology #meta #zuck #katemcandrew Meta cancels fact checking 😱 Meta cancels fact checking 😱"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7458441446878678315)  2025-01-11T00:02Z 11.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Its an easy no #pitchdeck #pitchdecktips #pitchdecks #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startuplife #katemcandrew POV I open your pitch deck and its a PowerPoint POV I open your pitch deck and its a PowerPoint"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7465362590492003630)  2025-01-29T15:41Z 15.8K followers, 28.6K engagements


"Replying to @OneToktik not your average software company. Proud to be in this one with @Redpoint Congrats Motif team 🍾 What traction do you need to raise $46M in stealth What traction do you need to raise $46M in stealth"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7465830884512435498)  2025-01-30T21:57Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Is deepseek BAD or GOOD for AI infra startups Is deepseek BAD or GOOD for AI infra startups Is deepseek BAD or GOOD for AI infra startups"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7466238267042647342)  2025-02-01T00:18Z 12K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @John Burton as Cher would say - as if #dei #vc #startup #worktok #venturecapital #vctok #tecktok #katemcandrew DEI & Venture Capital 👯♀ DEI & Venture Capital 👯♀"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7466534037289569579)  2025-02-01T19:26Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @user3974290418363 the [---] on DEI Capital for VC managers is that its (mostly) only accessible to funds that are 50%+ owned by minority managers (so not my fund) and theres also not a lot of it. The idea that there is a ton of money for DEI in VC is a lie. #dei #startup #tech #techtok #vc #venturecapital #katemcandrew What is DEI in the context of Venture Capital 💸 What is DEI in the context of Venture Capital 💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7467232579968617771)  2025-02-03T16:36Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements


"After a month of diligence I had to pass on a startup investment opportunity. Heres what happened #startupfunding #startup #startuptiktok #startupfounder #startupfundraising #startuptips #financetiktok #startupbusiness #startupinvesting #katemcandrew I just passed on a startupheres what happened I just passed on a startupheres what happened"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7468380341062126894)  2025-02-06T18:50Z 27.7K followers, 11.1K engagements


"Sometimes you have to cancel the uncancellable The ups and downs in startups and venture capital are unreal. Yesterday I was on the floor today Im flying. The strong move on. #startup #vc #femalefounders #lfg #katemcandrew When the pitch is SO 🔥 you drop everything cancel your entire day to dig into dilligence And the company happens to be founded by two women 👯♀ Who are also mamas 👶👶 In a space youve wanted to invest in for a decade But havent because the teams werent strong enough 💪 When the pitch is SO 🔥 you drop everything cancel your entire day to dig into dilligence And the"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7468722422770863402)  2025-02-07T16:58Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements


"FoundersHere are the [--] things I look at when deciding whether or not to invest in your startup #startup #startupfounder #startupfunding #foundermarketfit #startuptiktok #startuptiktok #startupinvesting #startuptips #venturecapital #katemcandrew [--] things I look at when evaluating your startup💸 [--] things I look at when evaluating your startup💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7472431863068495146)  2025-02-17T16:52Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @oohwelliguess keep the main thing the main thing A strong pitch deck does not need professional designers (although it can help) #vc #venturecapital #startup #fundraising #katemcandrew Fundraising tip for startups from a VC running a $100m fund Fundraising tip for startups from a VC running a $100m fund"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7472908283934805290)  2025-02-18T23:41Z 26.3K followers, [----] engagements


"So excited to announce that weve lead the $1.75M pre-seed round for @Recess a marketplace platform helping parents more seamlessly find and book enrichment classes after-school care and camps🎉🎉🎉Heres what it took to get to yes💸 Cant wait to work with co-founders Amy Kiska and Molly Morse✨ #startups #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfundraising #preseed #preseedfunding #katemcandrew 2/7: reference calls + op plan feedback 2/10: op plan follow-up 2/6: team pitch + operating plan review 2/11: term sheet offered 1/22: first call 2/5: second call Heres what diligence looked like✅ 2/8:"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7483908742510071082)  2025-03-20T15:08Z 29.2K followers, 14.5K engagements


"When we say a company is worth one billion dollars what do we mean by that #companyvalues #valuation #companyvaluation #startup #startups #startupvaluation #startupvaluations #startupfunding #katemcandrew Who decides when a company is worth $1 billion💸 Who decides when a company is worth $1 billion💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7484293816263101742)  2025-03-21T16:03Z 26.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Have you ever wondered how many companies a venture capitalist will invest in over the course of the year Heres your answer❤🔥💸 #startups #preseedfunding #startupfounder #startupfundraising #startupfunding #startuptiktok #femalefounder #venturecapital #finance #katemcandrew How many companies do VCs invest in over a year💸 How many companies do VCs invest in over a year💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7487999808213536046)  2025-03-31T15:44Z 15.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Magic breakfast vibes at the @brydgeclub breakfast at Baukunst this week🩷Loved meeting so many amazing female founders & funders building everything from deep tech software cos to new models for improved adolescent health care (and many many thing in between) Thanks to @Ruffin Brydge Club 👑 for running this amazing group #brydgeclub #femalefounder #femaleentrepreneur #femalefunded #femalefinance #femaleventurecapitalist #womeninbusiness #femalestartup #katemcandrew Brydge Club Breakfast at Baukunst💕 Brydge Club Breakfast at Baukunst💕"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7491906589755002155)  2025-04-11T04:24Z 14K followers, [---] engagements


"Reference calls can make or break a dealheres what I ask about on my reference calls💸📞 #referencecall #referencecheck #startup #startups #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupresources #startupfounder #startuptips #startuptiktok #katemcandrew What do venture capitalists ask about on reference calls📞 What do venture capitalists ask about on reference calls📞"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7493294355726470446)  2025-04-14T22:09Z 26.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Hot take: The internet is steering first-time founders wrong on early-stage boards#startup #startupfail #startupboards #startupbusiness #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startuptips #startuptiktok #katemcandrew Debunking the #1 misconception about early stage startups Debunking the #1 misconception about early stage startups"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7493665401939709230)  2025-04-15T22:09Z 15.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Carla Vass how to make a great board deck for your startup: secrets revealed This is a great hack for how to save time as a startup founder. Sourced fromreal startup founders & VCs like me #vc #venturecapital #boardmeeting #technology #startup #katemcandrew Ungatekeeping VC: Board decks vs board DOCS Ungatekeeping VC: Board decks vs board DOCS"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7493940698920537386)  2025-04-16T15:57Z 15.8K followers, [----] engagements


"What do you think it is👀👀 #startup #startupinnovation #startupinvesting #startupinvestor #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfunds #startupfounder #femalestartup #femalefounder #katemcandrew We just invested $1.5M into a brand new startup that is Can you guess what it is [--]. Female founded❤🔥 [--]. Taking down T.J.Maxx🛍 [--]. Went viral on TikTok last week📈 We just invested $1.5M into a brand new startup that is Can you guess what it is [--]. Female founded❤🔥 [--]. Taking down T.J.Maxx🛍 [--]. Went viral on TikTok last week📈"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7499537823029153070)  2025-05-01T17:57Z 15.8K followers, 16.2K engagements


"What do [---] GPs and LPs talk about when they retreat together Not what you'd think👀 The Women in VC retreat hosted by Citizens wasnt about pitching or panel-hopping. It was about connecting from a heart-centered place across both GPs and LPs❤🔥 Special thanks to Caroline Hale for hosting us at the gorgeous Ritz Carlton in Palm Springs✨ #venturecaptial #womeninfinance #womeninbusiness #womeninventors #womeninvc #femalefinance #financeconference #financeretreat #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7501375985619684651)  2025-05-06T16:50Z 15.8K followers, 12.4K engagements


"We just invested $1.5 million into this brand new startuplets go through @offe markets pitch deck together👀💸 #startup #startupfunding #startuppitch #startuppitchdeck #pitchdeck #pitchdecktips #startupfounder #startupfounders #katemcandrew Startup pitch deck breakdown of our $1.5M investment📈 Startup pitch deck breakdown of our $1.5M investment📈"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7502112180217597230)  2025-05-08T16:27Z 25.7K followers, 37.3K engagements


"Replying to @Coach Mike how do you pitch a startup to a VC You have to tell a good story Pitch deck design is not the end its just the beginning. Congrats to @offe market we are so proud to have you in the portfolio #venturecapital #startup #katemcandrew #pitch #seed #preseed #technology #entrepreneur We invested $1.5M into a startup heres info on their pitch deck We invested $1.5M into a startup heres info on their pitch deck"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7502468775162432814)  2025-05-09T15:31Z 15.8K followers, [----] engagements


"I just sat on a panel with four top VCs in SF. Here are the [--] things that came up that every early-stage founder should take seriously❤🔥🔥 This convo was hosted by Dawn Dobras and Margaret Coblentz of Capital F on the gorgeous Canopy rooftop with croissants sunshine and some of the most honest tactical advice Ive heard in a while. Was delighted to be part of it #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #venturecapitalists #startup #startupfounder #startupfundraising #startupfounders #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7503595843077803306)  2025-05-12T16:24Z 15.8K followers, 11.8K engagements


"Ever wonder what a great board deck looks like Save this for the next time you are building out your board of directors deck #boardofdirectors #boarddeck #startup #startupfounder #startupfundraising #startupfunding #katemcandrew This is what a $2.3 million board of directors deck looks like💸 This is what a $2.3 million board of directors deck looks like💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7506900208085716266)  2025-05-21T14:07Z 27.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @CE should you build a board at pre-seed or seed This founder did and heres why. #vc #venturecapital #startup #Tech #fundraising #katemcandrew Why is a board good for an early stage company Why is a board good for an early stage company"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7506913398190263595)  2025-05-21T14:58Z 29.1K followers, [----] engagements


"This founder took our $2.3 million when he could have raised $6 somewhere elseheres why #startup #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfunds #startuptips #startuptiktok #startupfounder #startupfounders #katemcandrew Why you should raise less when you could raise more💸 Why you should raise less when you could raise more💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7507297028754525483)  2025-05-22T15:46Z 29K followers, [----] engagements


"🔥Hot tip: learn to love being wrong #startup #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfunder #venturecapitalist #networking #network #howtobuildwealth #howtobuildnetwork #katemcandrew How to build a $100 million network (part 3) ❤🔥💸 How to build a $100 million network (part 3) ❤🔥💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7509871033294392618)  2025-05-29T14:15Z 27.5K followers, [----] engagements


"I have been notified of dozens of accounts pretending to be me who are messaging my followers with crypto scams and other financial scams. PLEASE do not fall for these scams I will never message with financial offers or incentives. A good way to know which accounts are legit vs. a scam is by looking at account engagement Im sorry this is happening😓 #tiktokscammer #scammers #tiktokscam #katemcandrew PSA: SCAMMERS PSA: SCAMMERS"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7511473015625026862)  2025-06-02T21:52Z 31.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Its time to normalize vulnerability in the workplace❤🔥 #network #networking #workplace #workplacecommunication #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #networktips #networkingtips #katemcandrew #NetworkToNetWorth #NetworkingTips #BuildYourCircle #CareerGrowth #LevelUpYourLife #SuccessCircle #PowerNetwork #LinkedInInRealLife #GrowYourNetwork #SocialCurrency How I built a $100 million network (part 5) ❤🔥💸 How I built a $100 million network (part 5) ❤🔥💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7512112341786447146)  2025-06-04T15:13Z 27.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Happens to the best of us🥲 #startup #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfunds #venturecapitalists #vcdeals #femalefinance #womeninbusiness #a16z #dealgonewrong #katemcandrew POV: you lose the deal you nurtured for [--] months to a16z because they offered twice the price POV: you lose the deal you nurtured for [--] months to a16z because they offered twice the price"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7513992029211331886)  2025-06-09T16:47Z 25.6K followers, 15K engagements


"Thank you @Business Insider for sharing my story To all the working parents out there: I see you and you are doing great🎉❤🔥For anyone interested in reading the full article it is linked in my bio✅ #businessinsider #workingparent #workingparents #singlemom #singlemomlife #workingparentstruggles #workingmom #workingmoms #femalefinance #womeninbusiness #womeninbusinesstiktok #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7519559730180689166)  2025-06-24T16:52Z 25.2K followers, [---] engagements


"HUGE congratulations to @Jaysen @Barbara Truelove and the entire @Bindery team for hitting the best seller list this week with the amazing book Of Monsters and Mainframes🎉❤🔥🔥traditional book publishingyou better watch out👀 #bindery #BookTok #booktokfyp #binderybooks #startup #startups #startupinvesting #startupinvestor #startupfunding #katemcandrew We invested over $2M into the future of publishingand now its paying off📚 We invested over $2M into the future of publishingand now its paying off📚"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7522887567797144846)  2025-07-03T16:06Z 26.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Avoiding the creator economy is a huge mistake as an investor. Heres why #creatoreconomy #creatoreconomyimpact #startup #techstartup #startupfunding #startupfounder #binderybooks #ezeekatsbookclub #katemcandrew #greenscreen Why avoiding the creator economy is a huge mistake Why avoiding the creator economy is a huge mistake"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7525085359516994871)  2025-07-09T14:14Z 26K followers, [----] engagements


"TikTok haters gonna hate #venturecapital #startups #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7528443237422451981)  2025-07-18T15:25Z 28.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Joseph heres why venture capitalists like me dont often invest in vice industries💨💸 #viceindustry #startups #venturecapital #startupfunding #startupfunds #companyfunds #katemcandrew Do venture capitalists invest in vice industries Do venture capitalists invest in vice industries"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7529944795347815735)  2025-07-22T16:32Z 26.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Yesterday I posted a video about some reference call red flags Ive seen this monthso here are some GREEN flags Ive seen that have led me to invest✅💸 #startup #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfounders #startupinvesting #startupinvestor #katemcandrew [--] references call green flags that led me to invest ✅ [--] references call green flags that led me to invest ✅"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7530697090377338167)  2025-07-24T17:11Z [--] followers, [----] engagements


"I said what I said 🔥 #startupfounder #startup #startupfunding #startupfounders #startupfundraising #startupinvesting #startupinvestor #katemcandrew Hot take but the best founders are not going to YC Hot take but the best founders are not going to YC"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7531067316600048910)  2025-07-25T17:08Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Carla Vass Author ✍ I love the hustle #hustle #hustleculture #hustlecultureistoxic #femalefinance #startup #womeninbusiness #katemcandrew Hustle hustle culture Hustle hustle culture"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7532166410282208526)  2025-07-28T16:13Z 27.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Its digital detox season #detox #digitaldetox #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #femalefinance #katemcandrew Im a VC and heres why Im doing a [--] week digital detox this August: [--]. I can. I have agency over my calendar and have the ability to take time away so I am. [--]. My son starts TK in a few weeks and I want to drop in with him uninterrupted and unmediated. [--]. Sept-Nov is the busiest season in VC and I want to show up rested and ready to rock. [--]. I want to reset my nervous system. [--]. I trust my team to keep the business running while Im offline. Im a VC and heres why Im doing a [--] week"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7533276387298348301)  2025-07-31T16:00Z 29K followers, [----] engagements


"Founders: heres when VCs actually start deploying cash 👀 #startupfounder #startups #startupfunding #startupfundraising #katemcandrew VCs dont deploy money right after raisingheres why💸 VCs dont deploy money right after raisingheres why💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7540672986051841335)  2025-08-20T14:23Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements


"💸 Not all tech companies monetize in obvious ways. Sometimes you have to get creative and ask this one critical question: Who are the non-obvious players in my product ecosystem who win when we win Eyebot a Baukunst portfolio company with a one-touch 90-second vision test kiosk is a perfect example. #venturecapital #startup #startupfounder #startupfunding #katemcandrew How this startup raised $20M with creative monetization How this startup raised $20M with creative monetization"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7545494016138284302)  2025-09-02T14:11Z 28.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Sorry not sorry #femalefinance #investor #katemcandrew Unfortunately I do love Eating in bed Ignoring emails for IRL Building generational wealth Expensive suits Saying no Going to bed at 8:30 A boozy work lunch First class flights Massages Walking to work Birkenstocks Primary sources Unfortunately I do love Eating in bed Ignoring emails for IRL Building generational wealth Expensive suits Saying no Going to bed at 8:30 A boozy work lunch First class flights Massages Walking to work Birkenstocks Primary sources"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7548459247147732237)  2025-09-10T13:58Z 28.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @IHATEITHERE hot take incoming #pitchdeck #pitchdecktips #katemcandrew #startup #startupfunding Pitch decks dont matter Pitch decks dont matter"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7550700228878388493)  2025-09-16T14:53Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @slei7 how much carried interest do VCs typically make Heres the breakdown at our firm💸 #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #carriedinterest #startup #katemcandrew How much upside do VCs get in their firm How much upside do VCs get in their firm"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7552928780034051342)  2025-09-22T15:02Z 29K followers, [----] engagements


"Fun suits are a game changer💅 #venturecapital #womeninbusiness #femalefinance #venturecapitalist #katemcandrew You look happier Thanks I stopped caring what tech bros think and started dressing in fun suits You look happier Thanks I stopped caring what tech bros think and started dressing in fun suits"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7556617403984006455)  2025-10-02T13:35Z 29K followers, [---] engagements


"Replying to @Marina thinking of investing in a friends and family round Ask yourself these [--] questions first #startup #startupinvesting #startupfinance #startupfounder #katemcandrew [--] questions to ask when looking to invest in a friends company [--] questions to ask when looking to invest in a friends company"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7558881381091151118)  2025-10-08T16:00Z 29.1K followers, [---] engagements


"Slide by slide pitch deck breakdown of a startup that just raised a $6 million seed round💸 #startup #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupinvesting #katemcandrew This is what a $6 million pitch deck looks like This is what a $6 million pitch deck looks like"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7595271390543072525)  2026-01-14T17:32Z 31.8K followers, 25.6K engagements


"Venture capital explained I am a venture capitalist with over [--] years of experience I have a $100 million fund and this is how venture capital works💸💸 #venturecapital #venturecapitalexplained #startups #katemcandrew #greenscreen Venture capital explained What is venture capital Venture capital explained What is venture capital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7364557917237939502)  2024-05-03T00:06Z 30.1K followers, [----] engagements


"I founded Women in Hardware in [----] which is a community of female and non-binary entrepreneurs working in the hardware and software industry. Would you be interested in going to the next Women in Hardware event Let me know💗 #womeninhardware #venturecapital #womeninbusiness #womeninbusinesstiktok #femalefounder #nonbinarybusinessowner #katemcandrew 📍San Francisco Women in Hardware Reach out to hear about the next event 📍San Francisco Women in Hardware Reach out to hear about the next event"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7365898425390337322)  2024-05-06T14:48Z 30.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Startup founders often wonder how much they should be paying themselves as a pre-seed venture capitalist these are the salaries I typically see at the startup stage. Do you agree #salarytransparency #ceosalary #startupsalary #finance #womeninbusiness #startupadvice #startups #venturecapital #buildingacompany #mominfinance #katemcandrew How much money should you pay yourself as a CEO / founder How much money should you pay yourself as a CEO / founder"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7369636141886393646)  2024-05-16T16:32Z 27.7K followers, 29K engagements


"Do you check all my boxes #finance #venturecapital #femalefinance #womeninbusiness #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7370048149295074603)  2024-05-17T19:11Z 30.2K followers, 36.8K engagements


"Heres why I invested $1.5 million into this pre-seed company. If your company is looking for pre-seed investors please reach out🫶🏻 #startuplife #startupadvice #startups #venturecapital #womeninbusiness #finance #femalefounder #katemcandrew heres why I invested $1.5 million into this company Reach out if you are looking for investors heres why I invested $1.5 million into this company Reach out if you are looking for investors"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7371131895549316398)  2024-05-20T17:16Z 30.3K followers, 13.5K engagements


"Calling all founders These are the [--] things you absolutely need to include in your pre-seed pitch deck Let me know if you want to see examples of pitch decks that Ive said yes to #startupadvice #venturecapital #womeninbusiness #femalefounder #pitchdeck #preseed #preseedfunding #katemcandrew [--]. Traction [--]. Make it pretty💅 🥂🍾 What do you need to include in your startup pitch deck [--]. Market potential [--] things you definitely need in your pitch [--]. Founder market fit Follow me for pitch deck break-downs [--]. Pitch deck sales deck [--]. Business model [--]. Traction [--]. Make it pretty💅 🥂🍾 What do you"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7371834470594399531)  2024-05-22T14:42Z 30.9K followers, 13.6K engagements


"Replying to @Liv in PA more detail on how to split equity with your cofounder #vc #founder #techtok #startup #equitysplit"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7374091180608425259)  2024-05-28T16:40Z 28.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Have you ever wondered how venture capitalists decide on which companies to invest in This is how Let me know what other questions you have about the diligence process #venturecapital #investment #investmentcommittee #startupadvice #femalefinance #duediligence #venturecapitalist #startups #preseed #katemcandrew How do venture capital firms decide whether to invest in you or not How do venture capital firms decide whether to invest in you or not"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7374543824707767594)  2024-05-29T21:56Z 14K followers, [----] engagements


"Ask me anything✨✨My name is Kate and I have been working in venture capital for over [--] years. I run a $100 million VC fund and I want to answer all your questions about VC/finance/startups/funding Lets hear it #venturecapital #finance #askmeanything #womeninbusiness #femalefinance #startup #startup #venturecapitalist #careeradvice #venturecapitaljobs #katemcandrew Venture Capital💸✨ What do you want to know about it Venture Capital💸✨ What do you want to know about it"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7376702026874408234)  2024-06-04T17:31Z 30.1K followers, [----] engagements


"Angel investor vs. venture capitalistwhats the diff👼💸 #angelinvestor #venturecapital #katemcandrew - own money - 10x return - professional $ manager - 3-5x return - small $ Angel👼 - big $ VC💸 Whats the difference between an angel investor and a venture capitalist - own money - 10x return - professional $ manager - 3-5x return - small $ Angel👼 - big $ VC💸 Whats the difference between an angel investor and a venture capitalist"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7381156199820987690)  2024-06-16T17:35Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements


"I broke into venture capital wirhout a background in finance or an MBAand you can too Heres how i did it💸✨ #venturecapital #financejobs #investing #katemcandrew How I got a job in venture capital without a finance background or an MBA💸 Follow along for part [--] How I got a job in venture capital without a finance background or an MBA💸 Follow along for part 2"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7383505926386371882)  2024-06-23T01:34Z 29.5K followers, [----] engagements


"My message to women and minority-owned businesses: you got this🫶🏻 #venturecapital #femalefinance #minoritybusiness #minoritybusinessowners #womenbusinessowners #womenempowerment #womeninbusiness #womenstartup #femalefinance #katemcandrew #momsinfinance #startuptips #investing #startupadvice #preseed # My advice to minority-owned startups looking for funding❤ My advice to minority-owned startups looking for funding❤"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7398364192056560938)  2024-08-02T02:31Z 29.7K followers, [----] engagements


"So are you ready to pitch💸💸#venturecapital #femalefinance #startups #startuplife #katemcandrew How to tell if you are ready to raise funds💸 Use this [--] point checklist to find out How to tell if you are ready to raise funds💸 Use this [--] point checklist to find out"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7398973644795301163)  2024-08-03T17:56Z 14K followers, 12.2K engagements


"Lets hear it for all the untraditional majors who got jobs in venture capital👏🏼🎉🎉 #venturecapital #femalefinance #financemajortips #venturecapitaltiktok The only [--] majors that will get you a job in VC💸 The only [--] majors that will get you a job in VC💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7399678290220567854)  2024-08-05T15:31Z 30.4K followers, 11.3K engagements


"Hot take incoming🔥would you let your pre-seed investors sit on your board #venturecapital #boardofdirectors #investing #katemcandrew #startupadvice #startup At startups My unpopular opinion on boards of directors At startups My unpopular opinion on boards of directors"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7402666073448926494)  2024-08-13T16:45Z 29.6K followers, [----] engagements


"These are the [--] things you need to raise funds for your consumer software startup in [----]. If you check all these boxes hit me up #venturecapital #consumersoftproducts #startup #katemcandrew #finance #investing #greenscreen #startups #consumercompany #ai #femalefinance #femalefinancetok The [--] things you need to raise funds for a consumer software startup in [----] The [--] things you need to raise funds for a consumer software startup in 2024"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7404873356517936430)  2024-08-19T15:30Z 29.7K followers, [----] engagements


"These are the [--] things you need to keep in mind when building your board of directors as a startup💸💸#venturecapital #startup #boardofdirectors #seriesa #boardofdirectorsmeeting #venturecapitalists #finance #companyculture #investing #femalefinance #femalefinancetok #katemcandrew [--] things to keep in mind How to build a board of directors as a startup💸 [--] things to keep in mind How to build a board of directors as a startup💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7405252053120896299)  2024-08-20T16:00Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements


"These are [--] skills you need to master to be successful in venture capital💸✨#venturecapital #venturecapitalskills #venturecapitalists #venturecapitaltiktok #venturecapitaltips #finance #financetips #startup #startups #vcjobs #vc #venturecapitalism #venture [--] skills you need to be successful in VC💸 [--] skills you need to be successful in VC💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7408212365852069166)  2024-08-28T15:27Z 29.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Co-founder breakups are hard. If you are planning to break up with your co-founder be sure to keep these things in mind #venturecapital #cofounder #startup #startups #cofounders #cofounderbreakup #cofounderdrama #startupcompany #startuptips #seriesa #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfounders #katemcandrew How to break up with your company co-founder How to break up with your company co-founder"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7412685890507640107)  2024-09-09T16:47Z 30.4K followers, [----] engagements


"These are the [--] slides you MUST have in your preseed pitch deck💸 #preseed #pitchdeck #pitchdecktips #startupinvesting #startupfunding #venturecapital #investing #katemcandew [--] slides you must have in your preseed pitch deck [--] slides you must have in your preseed pitch deck"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7413861132009753902)  2024-09-12T20:47Z 29.7K followers, 16.5K engagements


"How do you know when its a good idea to take venture capital money 💸💸#venturecapital #startup #startupfunding #startupfundraising #venturecapitalist #venturecapitalfunding #katemcandrew Why you should not always take VC money Why you should not always take VC money"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7415315218751933738)  2024-09-16T18:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"If you have not checked @Ruffin Brydge Club 👑go do it now Such an incredible platform and community🩷 #femalefounder #venturecapital #startup #femalestartup #femalefinance #katemcandrew #brydgeclub Just discovered my favorite VC/startup networking platform Just discovered my favorite VC/startup networking platform"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7421252295335185707)  2024-10-02T18:49Z 29.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Katie Brands Marketing NYC How to pick your co-founder #cofounder #startup #startupfounder #startupfounders #startupcofounder #investing #startuptips #startup #katemcandrew How to pick your startup co-founder How to pick your startup co-founder"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7423806589120859438)  2024-10-09T16:01Z 30.4K followers, [----] engagements


"The next time you go into a meeting with a venture capitalist you will know what burn rate means💸🔥#burnrate #investingforbeginners #investingtips #investing101 #venturecapital #venturecaptalist #finance101 #financetiktok #katemcandrew VC + startup [---] What is burn rate🔥 VC + startup [---] What is burn rate🔥"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7433484115690704171)  2024-11-04T17:54Z 30.8K followers, [----] engagements


"One of my biggest investment regrets: missing the chance to invest in @Ellevest💸 Heres why @Sallie Krawcheck and her brand are so amazing and whyd Id invest in a company like it✨ To read more about Sally and Ellevest you can buy my book (Linked in bio) #sallykrawcheck #ellevest #investing #greenscreen #investingforbeginners #femaleinvestor #femalefinance #startup #femalestartup #investingtips #venturecapital #katemcandrew Book linked in bio I didnt invest in this startup and now I wish I had💸 Book linked in bio I didnt invest in this startup and now I wish I had💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7434573064790101291)  2024-11-07T16:20Z 29.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Lets break down the ABCs of venture capital #venturecapital #startup #startuptips #finance101 #financetiktok #venturecapitalist #femalefinance #startuptiktok #katemcandrew Un-gatekeeping everything you need to build a startup💸 Un-gatekeeping everything you need to build a startup💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7436071816315014443)  2024-11-11T17:16Z 28.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Have you ever wondered what a $2 million market size slide looks like Well now you know👀 Save this video for when you are making your pitch deck #pitchdeck #greenscreen #startup #startuptiktok #finance101 #venturecapital #finance #invest #venturecapitalist #venturecapitalfunding #femaleinvestor #startuppitch #startuppitchdeck #pitchdesign #pitchdecktips #pitchdecktemplate Xxxxxxxx I invested $2 million into this startup Here is their market size slide📈 Xxxxxxxx I invested $2 million into this startup Here is their market size slide📈"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7438642622958259502)  2024-11-18T15:32Z 29.8K followers, 13.6K engagements


"What are you thoughts on boards of directors #boardofdirectors #startup #startupboards #venturecapitalist #startups #katemcandrew #venturecapital #femaleinvestor #femalefinance How to build a successful board of directors How to build a successful board of directors"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7439786913290161454)  2024-11-21T17:33Z 30.5K followers, [----] engagements


"#stitch with @Paula This is the number one this you need to keep in mind if you want to have success and longevity in venture capital💸 #venturecapitalist #venturecapital #venturecapitalists #finance #finance101 #startups #investing #investingjobs #investingforbeginners #vc #limitedpartner #katemcandrew Stitch incoming Stitch incoming"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7443875099637452078)  2024-12-02T17:57Z 30.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @grace mccarrick how to become a venture capitalist with long term potential: start with a service mindset interally then grow externally. Plus build you network to help founders fundrais #vc #Tech #startup #sf #career #careeradvice #worktok"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7444249545590000942)  2024-12-03T18:10Z 30.2K followers, [----] engagements


"Last week I invested $1.25 million into a brand new start up 💸 Here are the four things that were in their data room 📈 ##dataroom##dataroomchecklist##startup##startuptips##startuptiktok##venturecapital##finance##investing##startups##startupfunding##startupfundraising##startupfounders##katemcandrew When raising pre-seed💸 The [--] things you need in your data room When raising pre-seed💸 The [--] things you need in your data room"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7444964561603644714)  2024-12-05T16:24Z 29.8K followers, 16.6K engagements


"Does your startup check these four boxes👀 If you answered yes pitch me Email linked in bio #startuptips #startup #startuptiktok #venturecapital #finance #investing #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfounders #venturecapitalist #katemcandrew ✅ Founder-market fit Sound like you Pitch me ✅ $2 billion potential ✅ U.S. is primary market Im investing $500K-$2M into startups that check these [--] boxes: ✅ Pre-seed ✅ Founder-market fit Sound like you Pitch me ✅ $2 billion potential ✅ U.S. is primary market Im investing $500K-$2M into startups that check these [--] boxes: ✅ Pre-seed"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7446441325890915630)  2024-12-09T15:55Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Chelsea Mac traits i look for in founders outside of career path as a VC investing $500k-2m in pre-seed technology startups ##vc #tech #startup #startup #sf"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7446561315562212654)  2024-12-09T23:41Z 29.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Paul Sloth buying unicorn logos is much easier than leading the pre-seed ir seed rounds in billion dollar startups. #vc #tech #startup"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7447575121570630955)  2024-12-12T17:15Z 29.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Everybody knows that you need a pitch deck to raise fundsbut do you know all the other documents needed to secure funds for your startup Follow plus comment diligence for a full checklist ✅✅✅ ##diligence##startup#g#greenscreens#startuptipss#startuptiktoks#startupfundings#startupfounderss#startupfundraisings#startuptiktokv#venturecapitalistk#katemcandrew The ultimate diligence checklist for startup founders💸✔ Follow + comment diligence The ultimate diligence checklist for startup founders💸✔ Follow + comment diligence"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7447940852950928686)  2024-12-13T16:54Z 30K followers, 13.3K engagements


"2024 VC funding year in review. Came in just over [----]. Predicting more investment in [----]. #startup #techtok #technology #venturecapital #vc #funding #yearinreview #lookback #greenscreen [----] VC Funding Wrap up and [----] predictions [----] VC Funding Wrap up and [----] predictions"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7448726508388273454)  2024-12-15T19:43Z 29.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Series J much LPs VCs and founders all need liquidity. Would love for this IPO to come together but im not holding my breath. #technology #startup #IPO #2025 #greenscreen To IPO or not to IPO That is the question 🤨 To IPO or not to IPO That is the question 🤨"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7450475505502932267)  2024-12-20T12:50Z 11.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Have you ever wondered how venture capitalists make money Well heres how 💸 ##salary##salarytransparency##venturecapital##finance##investing##investingtips##startups##startupfunding##katemcandrew How do venture capitalists make money💸 How do venture capitalists make money💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7451643740168424750)  2024-12-23T16:23Z 29.1K followers, [----] engagements


"#stitch with @Steven Bartlett does work life balance exist in startups Not really. But that doesnt mean you cant priortize self care. #startup #technology #venturecapital #vc #worktok #worklife #worklifebalance #vctok Stitch incoming from a venture capitalist Stitch incoming from a venture capitalist"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7454020609169722670)  2024-12-30T02:06Z 29.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Whats the number one thing I look for when deciding whether to invest in your startup Here it is💸 #startup #startupfunding #startupfounder #startuptips #preseedfunding #preseed #startuptiktok #venturecapital #katemcandrew The #1 thing I look for when investing in a startup💸 The #1 thing I look for when investing in a startup💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7455733400461118766)  2025-01-03T16:53Z 30K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @MYFREEMYND the dirty little secret about #vc #startup #technology #founder #fundraising Dirty little secret about VC from a VC running a $100m fund Dirty little secret about VC from a VC running a $100m fund"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7455752447424826666)  2025-01-03T18:07Z 30K followers, [----] engagements


"You know youve made it when there are 10+ tiktok impersonator accounts some with 14k fake followers that were paid for. This is serious because these people are exploiting others. I will NEVER ask for $$ in exchange for pitching me or for my time. I dont need extra income Please block and report I am also NOT on any messaging platforms. No WhatsApp no telegram no signal in any professional capacity. Thank you for supporting the community here by blocking and reporting the fraudsters. #startup #katemcandrew I thought I had made it when I raised $100M VC fund but I was wrong I thought I had"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7457223326352756014)  2025-01-07T17:15Z 30.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @MAAREE I invested $500K-$2M into brand new startupshere is the geographical breakdown of the companies I invest in💸 #startupfunding #startupfounder #startuptips #preseedfunding #startupinvesting #startuptiktok #preseed #venturecapital #company #katemcandrew Do the companies have to be from the US I invest $500K-$2M into brand new startups Do the companies have to be from the US I invest $500K-$2M into brand new startups"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7460178508317379886)  2025-01-15T16:22Z 30K followers, [----] engagements


"Every potential startup investment requires an investment memoheres whats in a [--] page investment memo💸💸 #venturecapital #funding #startupfunding #startuptiktok #startupbusiness #startupbusiness #investmentmemo #katemcandrew Breaking down a startup investment memo💸 Breaking down a startup investment memo💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7462433251760590123)  2025-01-21T18:13Z 30K followers, 10.2K engagements


"3 things I learned in [----] as a venture capitalist running a $100 million fund #startupfunding #startupbusiness #startuptiktok #financetiktok #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #burnout #femalefinance #katemcandrew [--] things I learned as a VC running a $100M fund in [----] [--] things I learned as a VC running a $100M fund in 2024"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7464632125883436334)  2025-01-27T16:25Z 30K followers, [----] engagements


"How did this startup raised $46 million in stealth💸Im very excited to be sharing an in-depth breakdown of Motifs 30-page pitch deck Im thrilled that my fund Baukunst and @Redpoint were able to invest in this incredible startup🎉 #pitchdeck #pitchdecktips #pitchdecks #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startuplife #startuptiktok #startupbusiness #startupfounder #startuptips #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7465749819567426862)  2025-01-30T16:43Z 31.8K followers, 116.4K engagements


"🎉Our portco Motif came out of stealth today announcing $46M in funding 💸 🎉amazing co-investors Alex Bard from @Redpoint and Jill (Greenberg) Chase from CapitalG 🎉hard to imagine anyone better than Amar Hanspal to revolutionize this category. Former co-CEO of @Autodesk BOD member at PTC plus previously started a VC-backed startup. #startupfunding #startup #startuptiktok #startupfounder #startupfundraising #katemcandrew This startup raised $46 million in stealthheres how💸 This startup raised $46 million in stealthheres how💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7466136042463186222)  2025-01-31T17:42Z 30.2K followers, [----] engagements


"This is the kind of founder-market fit that every VC is looking for#foundermarketfit #startupfunding #startup #startuptiktok #startupfounder #startupfundraising #startuptips #startupinvesting #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #femalefinance #katemcandrew What does top 1% founder-market fit look like What does top 1% founder-market fit look like"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7469831689343094059)  2025-02-10T16:42Z 30K followers, [----] engagements


"Just found out that youre making less money than your male counterpart Heres what you need to do #workplaceproblems #salary #salarytransparency #salarygap #womeninbusiness #femalefinance #salarynegotiation #finance #katemcandrew So youre making less money than your male coworker Heres what you need to do So youre making less money than your male coworker Heres what you need to do"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7470595742592257322)  2025-02-12T18:07Z 12.9K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Cerebrum AI proud that a human looks at every inbound pitch still working on a way to get everyone a respectful response. #vc #startup #katemcandrew Why VCs like me are not answering your email Why VCs like me are not answering your email"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7472791937779617067)  2025-02-18T16:10Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements


"No better feeling than having your term sheet picked and signed☺ #startup #startupfunding #startuptiktok #startupinvesting #venturecapital #investing #investingtok #femalefinance #womenownedbusiness #womeninbusiness #katemcandrew POV the founders picked your term sheet✨ POV the founders picked your term sheet✨"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7473178997111754030)  2025-02-19T17:11Z 29.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Are you looking for funding for your startup Do you check these boxes Reach out💌 #startup #startupfunding #startuptiktok #startupinvesting #startupinvesting #femalefinance #womenownedbusiness #womeninbusiness #startupfounder #startuptips #foundermarketfit #startups #katemcandrew Im investing $500K-$2M into these types of startups💸 Im investing $500K-$2M into these types of startups💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7473909752750230830)  2025-02-21T16:27Z 30.4K followers, [----] engagements


"With $2 million in the bank what startup are you going to build #startup #startupfunding #startuptiktok #startups #startuplife #startupinvesting #femalefinance #womeninbusiness #startupfounder #startuptips #katemcandrew Im giving you $2 million to start your dream company What are you going to build💸 Im giving you $2 million to start your dream company What are you going to build💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7475033049110170926)  2025-02-24T17:06Z 30.1K followers, 14.3K engagements


"Replying to @endofunctor time to set the record straight🫢 #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #venturecapitalists #investing #gambling #investingforbeginners #katemcandrew Do venture capitalists gamble with their own money💸 Do venture capitalists gamble with their own money💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7478330895272037678)  2025-03-05T14:23Z 29.9K followers, [----] engagements


"For the young professionals out there - ive been doing this for a decade. Take my conference cheat codesIll be heading to #sxsw next week so figured Id drop my tips for conferencing like a boss. Note: these tips will maximize your conference ROI Spend less make more connections. #worktok #work #worklife #startup #tech #venturecapital #networking #katemcandrew Navigating conferences like a boss pt. [--] Navigating conferences like a boss pt. 1"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7478838970063883562)  2025-03-06T23:15Z 29.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Ive never been interested in playing by the rules💅 #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #venturecapitalists #investing #katemcandrew Did you know that in [----] less than 3% of venture capital (VC) funding went to startups founded by women Also did you know I have invested in two visibly pregnant founders and both are running profitable businesses doing more than $100M in revenue in multi-billion dollar markets F*ck the odds. Did you know that in [----] less than 3% of venture capital (VC) funding went to startups founded by women Also did you know I have invested in two visibly pregnant founders"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7479111292448410926)  2025-03-07T16:52Z 30K followers, [----] engagements


"Heres how long it typically takes to get cash in the bank after an initial VC meeting💸 #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #venturecapitalists #startup #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startups #startuplife #katemcandrew How long does it take between meeting a VC and getting cash💸 How long does it take between meeting a VC and getting cash💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7480201551986904362)  2025-03-10T15:23Z 30.9K followers, [----] engagements


"Heres how startup founders make money while fundraising💸 #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startuphustle #startupgrind #startuplife #startups #startuptips #startuptiktok #startupbusiness #katemcandrew How do startup founders make money while fundraising💸 How do startup founders make money while fundraising💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7482790062430735662)  2025-03-17T14:48Z 31.1K followers, [----] engagements


"On a work trip AMA #startup #worktok #worklife #vc #venturecapital #fundraising Introducing me: a VC running a $100M fund AMA Introducing me: a VC running a $100M fund AMA"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7485870573457771822)  2025-03-25T22:01Z 30K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Alexander Bowser fundraising Get your reference sheet together. good thing Im a millennial and love the phone because I take A LOT of reference calls ☎ #vc #venturecapital #startup #technology #katemcandrew Ungatekeeping VC: Due dilligence ☎ Ungatekeeping VC: Due dilligence ☎"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7486055616834948398)  2025-03-26T09:59Z 30.1K followers, 12.4K engagements


"Did you know about fake money💸 #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #ungatekeeping #financetiktok #finance101 #finance #katemcandrew Ungatekeeping VC: the difference between real and fake money💸 Ungatekeeping VC: the difference between real and fake money💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7489495106656013614)  2025-04-04T16:26Z 26.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Lets hear your reasoning➡ #startup #startups #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfundraising #preseedfunding #preseed #preseedstartup #financetiktok #femalefinance #femaleinvestor #startuppitch #katemcandrew Would you rather raise $2 million to test your startup hypothesis and not waste investor money if it fails Or raise $6 million just because you can Would you rather raise $2 million to test your startup hypothesis and not waste investor money if it fails Or raise $6 million just because you can"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7490615424724372779)  2025-04-07T16:54Z 29.9K followers, 10.5K engagements


"Replying to @Jess Lynch how are people using AI at work In startups we are using AI to automate all kind of busy work to be more efficient. But Its important to do the critical thinking yourself. #ai #vc #venturecapital #tech #work #katemcandrew How VCs (like me) are using AI How VCs (like me) are using AI"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7494368159961599278)  2025-04-17T19:36Z 29.8K followers, 13.2K engagements


"🌶 Hot take: Three co-founders can be better than two If you're building a startup there's one lesson from Airbnb's founding team that too many overlook and it's more relevant than ever today💸 #startup #startupcofounder #cofounder #cofounders #startupfunding #startupfounder #startupfundraising #startupfunds #startupfundingtips #startuptips #startuptiktok #katemcandrew Are [--] co-founders better than [--] co-founders Are [--] co-founders better than [--] co-founders"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7498399271126043950)  2025-04-28T16:19Z 30.4K followers, [----] engagements


"🔥 NEW INVESTMENT ALERT Off-price retail is a $100B+ industryand yet only 3% of it is happening online. Today were proud at Baukunst to announce our lead investment in the $1.5M pre-seed round for @offe market a next-gen marketplace bringing off-price retail online for Gen Z and the cult-favorite brands they love❤🔥🔥🛍 So proud of Rachel Gannon and the entire Offe team🥳 #startup #retailstartup #offemarket #offpricestores #startupinvesting #startupinvestor #startups #startuptips #startuptiktok #startupidea #startupideas #startupbusiness #katemcandrew We invested $1.5M into this startup"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7501025104508292398)  2025-05-05T18:09Z 30.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Best way to spend a morning In community. It was wonderful have so many VCs and LPs come out for the Baukunst X All Raise breakfast this morning. Here's why it matters: 18% of decision makers at US based VC firms are women 62% of VC firms do not have female partners 27% of the deal value in VC went to female founders and investors Thank you yo everyone who came out And many many thanks to Ally Bell who helped put this shindig together❤🔥🎉 #allraise #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #finance #femalefinance #femalefinancesf #sffinance #womeninbusiness #womeninbusinesstiktok #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7504807820777295147)  2025-05-15T22:47Z 29.6K followers, [----] engagements


"No better feeling than investing in @offe market 🍌🔥 #startupinvesting #startupinvestment #startupfundraising #startupfundraising #startup #femalefounder #femalefinance #offemarket #katemcandrew That feeling when you invest in a female founder disrupting a $100 billion market🔥✨ That feeling when you invest in a female founder disrupting a $100 billion market🔥✨"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7505070203286441262)  2025-05-16T15:45Z 30.1K followers, [----] engagements


"This is what $1.5 million founder-market-fit looks like👀❤🔥@offe market #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfounders #offemarket #startupfundraising #foundermarketfit #katemcandrew #greenscreen This is the founder-market fit that every VC looks for❤🔥 This is the founder-market fit that every VC looks for❤🔥"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7506177550646037806)  2025-05-19T15:23Z 28.2K followers, [----] engagements


"How can you build a $100 million network You can initiate #femalefinance #womeninbusiness #finance #networking #network #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #venturecapitalists #femalefinancetok #jobtips #startup #startupfunding #katemcandrew How to build a $100 million network (part 2) ❤🔥💸 How to build a $100 million network (part 2) ❤🔥💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7509506401866173739)  2025-05-28T14:41Z 29.7K followers, [----] engagements


"🔥Hot tip: under-booking yourself is actually the key to stronger networks🔥 #startup #startupfunding #startupfundraising #network #networking #networkingtips #katemcandrew How to build a $100 million network (part 4) ❤🔥💸 How to build a $100 million network (part 4) ❤🔥💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7511373067659005230)  2025-06-02T15:24Z 30.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Julia Dixon building ESAI warm intro from a founder: ✅ warm intro from other VCs: 🚩 Heres why #startup #startups #startupfounder #startupfounders #startupfunding #startupfundraising #warmintro #venturecapital #venturecapitalwarmintro #startuphelp #katemcandrew Warm intro red flag🚩🚩 Warm intro red flag🚩🚩"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7511753895971065134)  2025-06-03T16:02Z 31.1K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @quicker founders here are some things to consider when making your pitch deck to raise money for your startup. Being readable by AI is increasingly important Heres looking at you @Andrew VC and Startups #startup #venturecapital #technology #sanfrancisco #Tech #katemcandrew Ungatekeeping VC: pitch decks and AI Ungatekeeping VC: pitch decks and AI"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7512221976006528299)  2025-06-04T22:18Z 29.7K followers, 10.2K engagements


"Replying to @Word Maven who gets to invest in a round of financing At the GP founder and board member levelits all about relationship if you want to know how venture capital rounds come together in the real world Im answering questions about this $2.3M round we led. AMA If you want to know how to raise money or how to raise VC ista helpful to hear real stories not headlines #startup #venturecapital #sanfrancisco #technology #tech #katemcandrew #fundraising Secrets behind a $2.3M preseed round we led Secrets behind a $2.3M preseed round we led"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7512496912478604586)  2025-06-05T16:05Z 30.9K followers, [----] engagements


"Warm intros are important. But theyre not the only way to connect with a VCheres the trick to successful cold inbound❄🔥 #coldinbound #startup #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfunds #startupfounder #startupfounders #startupfounderlife #katemcandrew How to get a VCs attention with cold inbound❄💸 How to get a VCs attention with cold inbound❄💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7520262047049846030)  2025-06-26T14:17Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @Alex typically a startup that is both B2B and B2C is a major red flag for me. There are of course exceptions like @GOB✅ Heres why➡ #b2b #b2c #startup #startups #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfunds #startupinvesting #startupinvestor #femalefinance #katemcandrew 🚩Startup red flag: companies that are both B2B and B2C 🚩Startup red flag: companies that are both B2B and B2C"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7524361378862222647)  2025-07-07T15:25Z 30.7K followers, 10.4K engagements


"Replying to @👀 so do VCs actually look through your resume as a startup founder Yes Heres why #startup #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfounders #startupfounderlife #startupfundraising #startupfunds #startupinvesting #resume #cv #resumetips #founder #foundertips #katemcandrew Do venture capitalists care about a founders resume Do venture capitalists care about a founders resume"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7525489346015694093)  2025-07-10T16:22Z 29.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @YoureLiveWithTyler pitch deck tipheres the difference between your send-ahead deck and pitch deck✅ #pitchdeck #pitchdecktips #pitchdecktemplate #startup #startupfunding #startupfundraising101 #startupfounder #startupfunds #startupfounders #katemcandrew What should be on your send-ahead deck vs. pitch deck What should be on your send-ahead deck vs. pitch deck"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7527702823266520334)  2025-07-16T15:31Z 29.7K followers, [----] engagements


"4 red flags I can across this week while doing diligence🚩🚩🚩 #redflag #diligence #startup #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfounders #startupredflags #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #venturecapitalfunding #investor #femaleinvestor #katemcandrew Reference call red flags🚩 Reference call red flags🚩"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7530306243286633741)  2025-07-23T15:54Z 28.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Breaking newsOur portfolio company Eyebot has closed a $20 million Series A fundraising found led by General Catalyst. These are the key milestones that Eyebot hit to secure a Series A round like this one. #startup #eyebotox #startupfunding #katemcandrew #startupfundraising"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7542921209969659149)  2025-08-26T15:47Z 29.9K followers, [----] engagements


"How do you know if your foundermarket fit is strong enough to fuel breakout fundraising Heres what weve seen work most recently with Eyebot a Baukunst portfolio company that just raised a $20M Series A led by General Catalyst➡ ##eyebot#venturecapital #startupfounder #katemcandrew #startupfunding This is what every VC looks for when investing in a startup founder This is what every VC looks for when investing in a startup founder"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7545153800856702222)  2025-09-01T16:10Z 31.2K followers, [----] engagements


"Breaking down the difference between raising a venture capital fund and raising a round for your startup💸 #venturecapital #startupfunding #startupfundraising #venturecapitalist #katemcandrew Whats the difference between raising a VC fund vs. raising a startup round Whats the difference between raising a VC fund vs. raising a startup round"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7545860804835331342)  2025-09-03T13:54Z 29.9K followers, 10K engagements


"Beyond lucky to have this community🩷 #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #investing #investor #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7548101195898948919)  2025-09-09T14:48Z 31.1K followers, [----] engagements


"We invested over $1 million into a brand new enterprise software startup and Im walking you through their pitch deck. Starting to build out your pitch deck Use this as a tool to help guide you #startupfunding #startup #pitchdeck #startupfunding #katemcandrew Pitch deck breakdown of our $1 million investment Pitch deck breakdown of our $1 million investment"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7558494161486269709)  2025-10-07T14:57Z 30K followers, [----] engagements


"Its time to answer all your questions 👀 #startupfounder #startup #startupfunding #investor #katemcandrew Founders: whats the one question youve always wanted to ask an investor Founders: whats the one question youve always wanted to ask an investor"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7559642616019569933)  2025-10-10T17:14Z 29.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Working for free does not stop in your 20s✅ #hustle #femalefinance #startup #startupculture #katemcandrew Working for free always pays off Working for free always pays off"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7560723893376257294)  2025-10-13T15:10Z 29.6K followers, [----] engagements


"@GOB was just named one of TIMEs Best Inventions of 2025🎉So proud to have led the pre-seed round in this amazing company #gob #gobearplugs #startupinvesting #startup #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7561112866061847821)  2025-10-14T16:20Z 30.2K followers, [----] engagements


"This startup just raised over $1 million WITHOUT a pitch deckheres how #startup #startuppitchdeck #pitchdeck #startupfunding #katemcandrew How this startup raised over $1 million without a pitch deck How this startup raised over $1 million without a pitch deck"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7565928494333496631)  2025-10-27T15:47Z 29.6K followers, 161.5K engagements


"Replying to @WiseMint.ai lets clear the air. VCs are not founders nor have we ever claimed to be #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #startup #founders #katemcandrew VCs are not founders VCs are not founders"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7566667959083584781)  2025-10-29T15:37Z 29.7K followers, 13.7K engagements


"What role does intuition play when making investment decisions Heres the truth❤🔥 #womeninbusiness #venturecapitalist #venturecapital #femalefinance #katemcandrew Every great investor listens to their intuition Every great investor listens to their intuition"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7568516140599708941)  2025-11-03T15:09Z 30.1K followers, [----] engagements


"Do you think founder vesting should start at [--] years instead of [--] Lets hear your thoughts #cofounder #founders #foundervesting #startupfounder #katemcandrew Founder vesting: what early- stage founders need to know Founder vesting: what early- stage founders need to know"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7569270726939643150)  2025-11-05T15:57Z 29.9K followers, [----] engagements


"Founders always come first #femaleinvestor #womeninbusiness #venturecapital #startupfounder #katemcandrew Do VCs invest in the founders or the idea Do VCs invest in the founders or the idea"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7571121259476569399)  2025-11-10T15:38Z 30.1K followers, 10.3K engagements


"Congrats to our portfolio company Obello on raising $8.5M from Obvious ventures Backed them at inception and couldnt be more proud to shout it from the rooftops🎉 #startup #startupfunding #obviousventures #startupfounder #katemcandrew Our portco Obello raised $8.5 million Our portco Obello raised $8.5 million"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7572241369234705719)  2025-11-13T16:04Z 31.2K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @pudolino hot take incoming🔥 #ai #aihardware #aitechnology #aistartups #katemcandrew Hot take: I believe in AI Hot take: I believe in AI"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7572629307026148663)  2025-11-14T17:09Z 30.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Went a little crazy at @argentwork✨ #argentworkwear #argent #womeninbusiness #femalefinance #katemcandrew In my Carrie Bradshaw era In my Carrie Bradshaw era"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7574832641036356919)  2025-11-20T15:39Z 30K followers, [---] engagements


"Founders often ask me if their location matters. Last year 70% of startups raising at the 90th percentile for valuations were based in SF or NY. So yes it does. #startup #startupfounder #startupfunding #startuplife #katemcandrew Founders: its time to move to San Francisco Founders: its time to move to San Francisco"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7575208344596565262)  2025-11-21T15:57Z 30.1K followers, [----] engagements


"When Cokes CEO admits nobodys buying Cokewhat it signals about the economy and your shrinking budget #CocaCola #Economy #BrandTrends #ConsumerBehavior #Inflation"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@davisjenniferxzys2/video/7575867849126841614)  2025-11-23T10:38Z 10.1K followers, [----] engagements


"Ive been getting a lot of questions about whether or not I invest in international startups. Heres the answer #startupfounder #startupfunding #startup #startupinvesting #katemcandrew Do you invest in international startups Do you invest in international startups"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7576318143887314231)  2025-11-24T15:44Z 31K followers, [----] engagements


"You will always be your safety❤ In your 20s there will be a man who tries to convince you that hes your safety. You must leave this man. You are your safety. In your 20s there will be a man who tries to convince you that hes your safety. You must leave this man. You are your safety"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7576405234965138701)  2025-11-24T21:22Z 30.4K followers, [----] engagements


"But so worth it #workingmom #mominfinance #femalefinance #womeninbusiness #katemcandrew Born to be a trust fund daughter. Forced to be a venture capitalist building generational wealth. Born to be a trust fund daughter. Forced to be a venture capitalist building generational wealth"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7577079528321797390)  2025-11-26T16:59Z 30.1K followers, [----] engagements


"What does [--] days in New York look like as an SF-based venture capitalist Glad you asked👀 As always thank you to the Marlton Hotel for elevating my visit to NYC🩷 and shoutout to the Malin for creating the best workspace Ive ever been to #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #femalevc #femaleinvestor #katemcandrew [--] hours in NYC as a VC [--] hours in NYC as a VC"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7578911208737197367)  2025-12-01T15:27Z 30.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Five things I wish I knew five years ago as a venture capitalist mom living in San Francisco❤🔥 #venturecapital #workingmom #femalefinance #femaleinvestor #katemcandrew What are [--] things you wish you knew [--] years ago What are [--] things you wish you knew [--] years ago"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7581898806304722190)  2025-12-09T16:40Z 31.1K followers, [----] engagements


"Running a poll👀 #venturecapital #startupfounder #startupequity #startupvaluation #katemcandrew Would you rather sell your company today and make $20M or run your company for another [--] years and make $200M Would you rather sell your company today and make $20M or run your company for another [--] years and make $200M"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7582308642662223159)  2025-12-10T19:10Z 30.3K followers, [----] engagements


"Huge congrats to Eyebot on this MASSIVE milestone and incredible market validation🎉🎉🎉 proud to be an investor #investor #startupinvestor #startupfounder #eyebot #katemcandrew We backed the founders earlynow theyre in Walmart and Sams Club We backed the founders earlynow theyre in Walmart and Sams Club"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7582720201515355447)  2025-12-11T21:47Z 30.3K followers, [----] engagements


"founder fundraising check in where should founders be at with fundraising mid December #startupfounder #startupfunding #startupfundraising #startupfounders #katemcandrew Where should founders be at with fundraising right now mid December Where should founders be at with fundraising right now mid December"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7584114411955080461)  2025-12-15T15:58Z 30.8K followers, [----] engagements


"May everyone find this kind of inspiration in their lives✨ #996 #996culture #hustle #hustleculture #katemcandrew"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7587104380030029111)  2025-12-23T17:20Z 30.5K followers, [----] engagements


"Founders: January [--] is six days awayHere are the [--] things you should have prepared come the first of the year✨ #startup #startupfounder #startupfunding #startups #katemcandrew What are [--] things every founder should have prepared come January 1st What are [--] things every founder should have prepared come January 1st"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7588192733559295245)  2025-12-26T15:44Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Venture capitalist❌ Fairy goddess mother✅ #venturecapital #startupfunding #startupinvesting #startups #katemcandrew How do you describe venture capital to your [--] year old son How do you describe venture capital to your [--] year old son"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7593060305068920077)  2026-01-08T18:32Z 31K followers, [----] engagements


"Gotta find the joy in the hustle #genz #hustle #genzworker #investor #katemcandrew The biggest mistake Gen Z professionals are making The biggest mistake Gen Z professionals are making"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7594900968307739917)  2026-01-13T17:35Z 31.1K followers, [----] engagements


"Sometimes founder conviction outweighs category skepticismand Im so glad it did Couldnt be more proud of @Bindery🎉🎉 #bindery #binderybooks #startup #startupfunding #katemcandrew Everyone told me not to invest in this category Everyone told me not to invest in this category"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7595643818267954487)  2026-01-15T17:37Z 31.1K followers, [----] engagements


"Replying to @ startup founders if you want to play the game you need to understand the incentives and how VCs get paid. Small funds/early investors are more economically aligned with you than megafunds #finance #investing #startup #money #katemcandrew Ungatekeeping VC: secrets founders need to understand 💸 Ungatekeeping VC: secrets founders need to understand 💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7598221251114437902)  2026-01-22T16:19Z 31.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Lets talk about capital concentration #venture #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #startupinvesting #katemcandrew The VC crisis no one is talking about The VC crisis no one is talking about"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7600837331679071502)  2026-01-29T17:31Z 31.8K followers, 14.9K engagements


"Heres the one question you need to ask a potential investor on your first call #founder #startupfunding #startupfounders #investor #katemcandrew How to properly vet a potential investor How to properly vet a potential investor"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7602383683487616269)  2026-02-02T21:31Z 31.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Which types of companies are raising pre-seed funding in the US today And how much are they raising Lets look at the data👀 As always thanks to Peter Walker from Carta for providing the fabulous numbers #p#preseeds#startups#startupfundings#startupvaluationsk#katemcandrew The pre-seed funding landscape💸 The pre-seed funding landscape💸"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7604907312163163405)  2026-02-09T16:45Z 31.8K followers, [----] engagements


"I broke into venture capital without a traditional background in finance and now I have a $100 million fund. Heres how I did it (pt. 1)💸✨ #venturecapital #investing #femaleinvestor #financetiktok #finance #katemcandrew How I broke into VC w/o an MBA and raised a $100M fund Follow my page for part [--] How I broke into VC w/o an MBA and raised a $100M fund Follow my page for part 2"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7361204041529003307)  2024-04-23T23:11Z 31.8K followers, [----] engagements


"I got a job in venture capital without a traditional finance background and two years ago I raised a $100 million VC fund. Heres how I did it💸💅(pt.2) ##venturecapital##investing##femaleinvestor##financetiktok##katemcandrew How I raised a $100 million VC fund GRWM How I raised a $100 million VC fund GRWM"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7361583502200016174)  2024-04-24T23:44Z 31.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Come work with me✨✨I am looking for a driven and hardworking analyst/associate to join my venture capital firm Baukunst. P.S. these tips are great for any role you apply to in venture capital. For more info on the role visit our website: baukunst.co🎉 #venturecapital #financejob #hiring #femalefounder #katemcandrew Follow for more tips on getting jobs in VC Looking for a job in venture capital🥰 Follow for more tips on getting jobs in VC Looking for a job in venture capital🥰"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7362736759928540458)  2024-04-28T02:19Z 31.4K followers, [----] engagements


"Startup advice You and your co-founders should actually not be splitting company equity 50/50. Heres why #venturecapital #finance #femaleventurecapitalist #startupmistakes #startupadvice #cofounder #companyequity #startuplife #katemcandrew (and how a 50/50 split can kill your startup) How should co-founders split equity (and how a 50/50 split can kill your startup) How should co-founders split equity"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7373712498186390827)  2024-05-27T16:10Z 31.4K followers, 21.9K engagements


"What is due diligence and what happens during due diligence in venture capital This is how venture capitalists diligence investments before investing #venturecapital #investment #femalefinance #duediligence #startupadvice #startups #womeninbusiness #katemcandrew What is due diligence in venture capital What is due diligence in venture capital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7375176482789920042)  2024-05-31T14:51Z 31.3K followers, [----] engagements


"If you are building a consumer packaged goods company these are the [--] things you absolutelty need when raising pre-seed funding💸💸💸 #venturecapital #finance #femalefinance #womeninbusiness #femaleventurecapitalist #preseedfunding #cpg #startup #startupadvice #consumerpackagedgoods #katemcandrew [--] things you need if you want to raise funds for your CPG startup [--] things you need if you want to raise funds for your CPG startup"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7376354382226459950)  2024-06-03T19:02Z 31.8K followers, [----] engagements


"Do you need a co-founder to raise funds for your startup Im a venture capitalist investing $500K-$2M in pre-seed companies and this is how I evaluate companies based on their founders #venturecapital #preseed #cofounder #startups Head to my page for co-founder equity split video Do you need a co-founder for your startup Head to my page for co-founder equity split video Do you need a co-founder for your startup"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@kate_mcandrew/video/7379634662798347563)  2024-06-12T15:11Z 31.4K followers, [----] engagements

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