A lead investor is the primary investor who sets the terms, diligences the company, and recruits other investors for a funding round. GitDealFlow's engineering momentum data provides the objective signal layer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a lead investor do?
Sets the valuation and terms, leads due diligence, negotiates the term sheet, recruits co-investors, and typically takes a board seat. GitDealFlow helps leads make sourcing decisions with objective data.
Do I need a lead investor?
For seed and Series A rounds, yes. A lead gives confidence to other investors and sets terms efficiently. For angel rounds, the lead is usually the largest check writer.