Founders Asking Questions | Laurent Marliere, CEO of Dealfox

How to Raise Smart Money?

Fundraising is about more than valuation and round size. The investor you choose can shape the strategic decisions, opportunities and pace of your company’s growth long after the deal is signed.

Together with LHoFT member DealFox, LHoFT invites founders, entrepreneurs and advisors to a practical breakfast masterclass on how to identify, assess and raise smart money.

Led by Laurent Marlière, CEO of DealFox, this session will explore what makes an investor the right long-term partner—not simply a source of capital—and how entrepreneurs can navigate the fundraising process with greater clarity and confidence.

What to expect

During this 40-minute masterclass, followed by 20 minutes of discussion over breakfast, Laurent will cover:

• The difference between smart money and capital that simply fills a funding round
• Why the quality of capital matters, and how the wrong investor can slow down an entrepreneur’s journey
• The main sources of smart capital, including VC funds, family offices, business angels, public vehicles and corporates
• A Luxembourg-focused overview of investors and funding vehicles active in the local ecosystem
• What to look for—and what to watch out for—during a fundraising process, including term-sheet opportunities and red flags
• How DealFox supports entrepreneurs and advisors in connecting with relevant capital partners

Who should attend?

This session is designed for:

• Founders and entrepreneurs preparing for a fundraising round
• Lawyers, accountants, wealth managers and other advisors supporting entrepreneurs
• Professionals active in Luxembourg’s fintech, startup and investment ecosystem
• Anyone interested in understanding how to select investors who can bring strategic value beyond capital

Join us for a practical morning conversation, breakfast and actionable insights on choosing investment partners who can truly support your business journey.

Event details

Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Time: 9:00–10:00 am
Format: 40 minutes of content, followed by 20 minutes of discussion and breakfast
Location: LHoFT, Big Bang

We look forward to welcoming you at LHoFT