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The Feedback Loop

Podcast The Feedback Loop
Sherveen Mashayekhi
Every week, 10 startup founders get up on stage in front of a live audience in NYC and give the 1 minute version of their pitch to two venture investors. Then, ...

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  • Earbuds That Track Your Focus? | 2 Founders Pitch!
    Welcome back to The Feedback Loop, where founders pitch early-stage startups to real investors, getting unfiltered feedback and practical advice on how to sharpen their story. In this episode, we’re hosted by Sherveen Mashayekhi (Founder & CEO of Free Agency) and guest investor Mirit Lugassi from Laconia Capital – digging into two radically different early stage pitches.Guest InvestorMirit Lugassi is an investor at Laconia Capital, where she leads pre-seed and seed investments in B2B software companies. She cut her teeth in finance and fintech operations, including scaling a venture-backed AI/ML fintech startup (DueDil) and serving as VP of Customer Operations at an edtech company (Batelle). She then led investment strategy at SeedImpact, orchestrating deals between mission-driven angels and founders, and helped build 51 Unicorns, an investment club focused on female retail investors.Follow Mirit on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miritlugassiFollow Sherveen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherveenmFollow Sherveen on X: https://www.x.com/sherveenWhat You’ll Learn in This EpisodeNailing Your 2nd Pitch – How to reframe your story if you’ve raised a small pre-seed and now you’re aiming for seed capital.AI for Data Aggregation – Why focusing on specific use cases (like market basket analysis) can wow investors more than a generic AI solution.Wearables Beyond Fitness – How EEG-based earbuds offer new frontiers in productivity, stress management, and potential health applications.Investor Skepticism – Tactics for addressing reliability concerns in hardware & data signals, especially for frontier tech solutions.Want to Pitch Your Startup Live?Apply now at afterfeedback.com and join our growing community of founders and investors.Thank you to these intrepid founders for stepping into the spotlight. The Feedback Loop is here to help refine your pitch, sharpen your go-to-market, and share battle-tested investor perspectives. Make sure to subscribe for more real-time, no-nonsense feedback on how to pitch your startup.In a Job Search?It’s more competitive than ever. Explore our newest channel for 2025’s ultra-competitive talent landscape: https://youtu.be/dlbfZJmY8t8Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decision.If you’re into venture capital, AI data platforms, wearables, or frontier hardware, this episode is packed with insights. Like, comment, and share with a friend who’s building the next big thing—and remember, feedback is a gift for every founder and investor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • Hyper-local community news and unlimited beauty services
    Welcome back to The Feedback Loop, where founders share bold ideas with real investors – receiving unfiltered, in-the-room feedback to help them refine their pitch, product, and story.In Episode 056, two founders tackle hyper-local community news and a subscription platform for unlimited beauty services. Each founder gets one minute to pitch, followed by a candid deep-dive with host Sherveen Mashayekhi (Founder & CEO of Free Agency). Discover how they navigate potential investor pushback, handle sticky economic realities, and differentiate themselves from well-funded incumbents.Follow SherveenX (formerly Twitter): https://www.x.com/sherveenThreads: https://www.threads.net/@sherveenmLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherveenmHosted by Sherveen MashayekhiA multi-time founder, angel investor, and LP in several venture capital funds, Sherveen is on a mission to help people reach the height of their ambition – be it landing dream offers or launching the next big startup. The Feedback Loop is his platform to deliver brutally honest yet encouraging feedback, letting founders sharpen their pitch before venture-scale conversations.Want to pitch your startup live or attend The Feedback Loop in person?Head to afterfeedback.com for more information.Thank you to these visionary founders for stepping into the spotlight and sharing their big ideas. The Feedback Loop is here to refine your pitch and sharpen your narrative – so subscribe for more real-time, unfiltered feedback on how to actually pitch your startup.In a job search? Check out our newest channel for 2025’s competitive talent landscape:https://youtu.be/dlbfZJmY8t8Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decisions.Make sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a friend – together, we can power the next generation of ambitious founders!Key themes from the episode: hyper-local platforms, media tech, events startups, being "bored in the burbs," all-in-one startups, counter-positioning your startup, venture potential in local media, subscription-based services, beauty startups, the unlimited subscription business model, avoiding pitch traps, back-office SaaS, double-sided marketplaces, subs versus pay-per-use, integrated operating systems, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • AI for Fashion and "Duolingo for Sales"
    Welcome back to The Feedback Loop, where founders take the stage, pitch their startups, and receive raw, no-nonsense feedback from real venture investors. In Episode 055, we hear from two ambitious founders pushing the boundaries of AI-driven style recommendations and AI-driven conversational sales training.Each founder has one minute to pitch, followed by candid insights from host Sherveen Mashayekhi (Founder & CEO of Free Agency, angel investor, and multi-time founder). It’s an inside look at how to refine your story, tackle tough investor questions, and position your startup for venture-scale success.Follow SherveenX (formerly Twitter): https://www.x.com/sherveenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherveenmWant to pitch your startup live or attend The Feedback Loop in person?Head to afterfeedback.com to join our community of founders and investors.Thank you to these visionary founders for stepping into the spotlight and sharing their big ideas. The Feedback Loop is here to refine your pitch and sharpen your narrative – so subscribe for more real-time, unfiltered feedback on how to actually pitch your startup.If you’re into venture capital, AI styling, sales training, or early-stage startup growth, you’ll find a ton of insights here. Drop a comment on your favorite pitch, and don’t forget – feedback is a gift to every founder, investor, and community member on the startup journey.In a job search? Check out our newest channel for 2025’s competitive talent landscape:https://youtu.be/dlbfZJmY8t8Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decisions.Make sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a friend – together, we can power the next generation of ambitious founders! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • 3 Founders, 1 Minute Each, VC Feedback LIVE
    Welcome back to The Feedback Loop, where ambitious founders step on stage, pitch their startups, and receive honest, constructive insights from real venture investors. In Episode 054, we hear from three founders tackling media & entertainment AI, a concierge furniture e-commerce play, and a Web3 freelancer marketplace.Each pitch is followed by candid feedback from host Sherveen Mashayekhi (Founder & CEO of Free Agency) and guest investor Leeor Mushin from Formation VC. They explore how to:- Find (and explain) your industry inflection that makes now the right time for your startup- Tell a hero story that resonates with investors, showcasing why you’re the one to solve the problem- Avoid pitch pitfalls like referencing small ARR too soon or using confusing analogies- Position Web3 to mainstream investors without triggering skepticismBe sure to leave a comment on your favorite pitch and share your own feedback—because feedback is a gift, after all.About Our HostsSherveen Mashayekhi is the Founder & CEO of Free Agency. He’s a multi-time founder, angel investor, and LP in several venture capital funds. He’s seen thousands of startup pitches — good, bad, and in between — and provides nuanced feedback grounded in real-world fundraising experience.Leeor Mushin is Founder & GP at Formation, an early-stage fund that invests at the “formation” moment, often backing founders before they even have a formal deck. He previously spent time at Floodgate and co-founded a platform for unaccredited investors to participate in private markets.Sherveen on X: https://www.x.com/sherveenSherveen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherveenmLeeor on X: https://x.com/lmushinLeeor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leeormushinWant to Pitch Live on The Feedback Loop?Apply at afterfeedback.com to get your idea in front of experienced investors. It’s a chance to hone your pitch and discover blind spots you never knew existed.Thank you to these visionary founders for stepping onto the stage and sharing their bold ideas. The Feedback Loop exists to help startup teams refine their stories and take their next leap. Your pitch is only the first step on the journey to success — so be sure to subscribe for more no-nonsense feedback on how to pitch your startup.In a job search? Check out our newest channel focused on 2025’s ultra-competitive hiring:https://youtu.be/dlbfZJmY8t8Note: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decisions.Key TakeawaysMapping Industry Inflections – Show how shifts in media, e-commerce, or global talent unlock new opportunities for your productBalancing Proof Points – Drop small numbers carefully, emphasizing customer love or quality of relationships over early ARRVerticalized AI – Why it pays to articulate niche back-office tasks, like film tax incentives or specialized RFP workflowsWeb3 for Freelancers – Avoid “hot-button” buzzwords unless you can illustrate a clear user benefit and global shift driving adoptionIf you’re into venture capital, AI workflows, consumer e-commerce, furniture, film & TV production, or Web3 marketplaces, this episode is for you. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with a friend who’s building the next big thing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • Hinge-Meets-Yelp and AI Benchmarks | Ep. 053
    Welcome back to The Feedback Loop, where we feature bold founders pitching their startup ideas to real venture investors – live, candid, and unfiltered.In Episode 053, we’re joined by guest investor Leeor Mushin of Formation, a pre-seed and seed stage venture fund laser-focused on helping founders from the earliest phases of company building.Each founder has one minute to pitch. Then, they receive raw, transformative feedback to help tighten their story, pre-address investor concerns, and chart a path to building a venture-scale business.Follow Sherveen:X: https://www.x.com/sherveenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherveenmFollow Leeor:X: https://x.com/lmushinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leeormushinThis episode's venture investor:Leeor Mushin is the Founder & GP at Formation VC, a pre-seed and seed fund that invests at the “formation stage.” He partners with founders at the earliest stage, sometimes before there's even a deck. Leeor was previously a Principal at Floodgate (1st checks into Twitter, Lyft, Okta, Twitch, etc). He also created the 20|20 Fund, a venture club focused on investing in entrepreneurs from the Stanford GSB Class of 2020.As always, The Feedback Loop is hosted by Sherveen Mashayekhi, a repeat founder, angel investor, and LP in multiple venture capital funds. He’s on a mission to help people reach the height of their ambition. In this case, that means helping sharpen startup pitches so founders can raise money, hire world-class teams, and sell their product with confidence.Want to pitch your startup live or attend The Feedback Loop in person?Head to afterfeedback.com to join our community of founders and investors.Thank you to these visionary founders for stepping onto the stage. The Feedback Loop exists to help founders refine their story and take their next leap. Your pitch is the first step on the journey to success — be sure to subscribe for more no-nonsense feedback on how to pitch your startup.Key Takeaways:- When to use “famous company” analogies in your pitch – and when they might backfire- Why user incentives matter – especially in dating and consumer social- The complexity of AI reliability – are customers willing to pay for AI model benchmarking?- Fine-tuning your storytelling – it’s not just about hooking interest, but resolving key questions so investors walk away confident in your visionIf you’re into venture capital, dating apps, AI benchmarks, or early-stage startup strategy, you’ll find tons of insights in this episode. Drop a comment on your favorite pitch, and don’t forget: feedback is a gift—to founders, to investors, and to everyone on this startup journey.In a job search? Check out our newest channel for 2025’s ultra-competitive talent landscape:https://youtu.be/dlbfZJmY8t8Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decisions.Help us power the next generation of founders – like, share, subscribe, and see you in the comments! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Every week, 10 startup founders get up on stage in front of a live audience in NYC and give the 1 minute version of their pitch to two venture investors. Then, they receive 5 minutes worth of feedback about their storytelling, pitch, and concept. It's not about an investment being made on the spot, but instead transforming the way a founder talks about their startup -- because the thing that can hold even the best of founders back? Their storytelling. Hosted by Sherveen Mashayekhi and Free Agency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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