$1.2M Without an MVP
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Most founders believe you must have an MVP to raise funding.
In reality? That’s a myth. Transparency Registry proved it with $1.2M raised in 9 months.
When Chris LaFleur, CEO of Transparency Registry, faced development delays, the startup was running out of runway - and had no product to demo to investors.
Instead of burning more budget on code, they partnered with Forcoda.
👉 In weeks, we designed an interactive UX/UI prototype that looked and felt like the real platform.
👉 We also created the visual identity - logo, landing page, and branding - giving the team a polished, investor-ready presence.
👉 Chris pitched investors using this prototype - while many other founders showed “stick-figure” mockups.
👉 Result: $1.2M Seed round closed in under 9 months.
📊 Before Forcoda
· Pre-seed almost gone
· 2+ years development timeline
· No demo-ready product
📊 After Forcoda
· Prototype ready in weeks
· Clear investor + customer feedback early
· $1.2M raised in 9 months
As Chris put it: “With Forcoda’s help, we were able to raise $1.2M in the seed round. Their wireframe development was impressive and didn’t lead to delays. Great communication and strong relationships are a top priority for them to make for a successful partnership.”
✨Takeaway: You don’t always need an MVP. You need clarity, validation - and the right partner.
✨ Thought leadership: This story highlights a shift in how startups can approach funding - prioritizing validation and strategy over code, a mindset that smart founders are embracing today.
✨ If you’re a founder looking to raise smarter (without wasting time and budget on code too early), let’s talk: https://lnkd.in/dxxsJfzv.
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