Raise Millions by Hustle Fund VC Page 66 Where to meet investors Now that you understand why we should make friends over “LinkedIn connections,” how do you actually meet investors? Start with your current network The best place to start is with your current network. Ask friends, family, and colleagues if they know any investors. Since investors come from all backgrounds, they could look like friends in tech, your local electrician, or the small business owner across the street. You never know who an investor could be so you may be surprised by the reach that you already have. Elizabeth has pitched her optometrist three times to invest in Hustle Fund. He turned her down. But maybe the fourth time’s the charm. Use LinkedIn, Twitter, and AngelList Previously founders had to fly to Silicon Valley for a chance to meet with VCs. But with the power of the internet, we can connect with almost everyone. On AngelList, you can find investors who have previously invested in startups similar to yours. On Twitter, you can easily slide into investors’ DMs. On LinkedIn, you can ask 2nd- degree connections for an introduction. Many investors even leave their email addresses in the “biography” section of their social profiles. hustlefund.vc / @hustlefundvc