-Every entrepreneur or business developer should be aware of the seven primary stages of startup funding. This shows a logical evolution for successful businesses, but not every one will make it to the next level.
Funding from friends and family in advance
Angel investors, incubators, and early-stage investment are examples of seed funding. Series A investment from VCs and accelerators
VCs provide Series B capital (late-stage)
Series C funding - venture capitalists (VCs), private equity companies (PE firms), and Series D funding (optional if needed)
Open to the public IPO - Initial Public Offering