Venture Voices | Fuel Ventures

Venture Voices | Fuel Ventures’ Stan Williams on Raising Capital & Building the Right Team

In this episode of Venture Voices, we sit down with Stan Williams, a partner at Fuel Ventures, one of Europe’s most active early-stage VC firms.

What you’ll learn in this discussion:

  • How to raise a successful Seed or Series A round in 2025

  • The investor perspective on cash flow management and growth storytelling

  • Why team positioning and leadership hires are make-or-break for early-stage companies

  • How fractional hires (like CFOs or CROs) can unlock momentum

  • Common fundraising mistakes startups should avoid

  • The reality of founder fatigue and what VCs are watching next

Whether you're prepping for a fundraise, hiring your first finance leader, or navigating challenging markets, this episode is packed with tactical advice to help you scale smartly.