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Bootstrapping vs. Raising Venture Capital: Which Path Fits Your SaaS?

A candid conversation with second-time SaaS founders who’ve experienced both paths—the trade-offs, mindset shifts, and realities behind each journey.

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24th October 10.30 AM PST | 1.30 PM EST
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Two second-time founders. Two paths. One honest conversation.

This is a conversation you don’t come across every day. Two second-time founders, Girish Redekar and Troy Sultan, candidly speak about their experiences bootstrapping and raising VC for their startups. Joined by special guest Nathan Latka, they unpack what worked, what didn’t, and how to choose a path that fits your vision.

What you’ll learn:

  • Why raising VC is a commitment to build a large company fast
  • How your definition of “winning” changes with each path
  • The real trade-offs between optionality and dilution
  • How risk appetite evolves with age, responsibilities, and financial security
  • The “messy middle” and hybrid routes—raising too early or exploring non-dilutive options

Meet our speakers

Girish Redekar

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Girish Redekar

Co-founder & CEO, Sprinto Co-founder of Sprinto, innovating compliance automation for SaaS, and former co-founder of RecruiterBox.
Troy Sultan

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Troy Sultan

Co-founder & CEO, Guide.co SaaS marketing and growth expert, frequently advising startups on scaling, go-to-market strategy, and product positioning.
Nathan Latka

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Nathan Latka

CEO, Founderpath Entrepreneur, SaaS investor, and podcast host known for interviewing SaaS founders and sharing insights on growth and funding.