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The Road to $100M ARR

By Thibaud Elzière, Founder of HEXA and Business Angel

At Hexa, every new venture starts with a bold question: Can this idea grow into a business capable of reaching $100M in ARR?

This mindset drives how we find ideas, build companies, and set the bar for success. Raising a seed round is your chance to prove two key things: (1) you’re solving a real, pressing problem, and (2) your idea has the potential to scale massively. Early traction is important—it shows your solution resonates—but it’s only part of the picture. What you need to present is your masterplan: your vision for turning an idea into a $100M ARR business and the steps you’ll take to get there.This is why we’ve decided to publish this Dataroom, created in collaboration with Headline and Hexa-backed REKI, to help you showcase your early wins and articulate your masterplan, that will make your startup a category-defining success.

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“Non-dilutive funding represents on average 50% of the fundraising for Startups”

By Cyril Fougères, co-founder and CEO @ REKI.eu

Often overlooked, non-dilutive financing is a true game changer for startups. By contributing an average of 50% to fundraising efforts, it significantly boosts investment capacity while preserving founders’ equity. However, the diversity of financing options can be a real headache for entrepreneurs, who often struggle to navigate the landscape and define the best strategy.

At Reki, our mission is to support businesses in their funding journeys and help them maximize their resources through artificial intelligence. By integrating a layer of financial intelligence, we enable you to efficiently combine different financing solutions, optimize your overall plan, and accelerate your growth. Start your non-dilutive journey on REKI.eu

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👑 Executive Summary

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Start with a Compelling Hook

Begin with a strong opening that captures attention. Clearly state your mission, the problem you’re solving, and the opportunity you’re addressing in a single, impactful sentence.

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Highlight the Market Opportunity

Describe the market size and potential growth. Use data to back your claims, showing why this is the right time and space for your solution.

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Clearly Define the Problem

Explain the pain points your target audience is facing. Make it relatable and demonstrate a deep understanding of your customer’s needs.

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Present Your Unique Solution

Outline how your product or service addresses the problem uniquely. Highlight your unique value proposition (UVP) and what makes your solution stand out.

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Showcase Early Traction

Include metrics, milestones, or testimonials that prove your concept is working. Highlight customer growth, partnerships, or revenue if applicable.

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Introduce the Founding Team

Emphasize the strengths of your founding team. Mention their expertise, relevant experience, and why they are uniquely suited to execute this vision.

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Outline the Roadmap

Provide a high-level view of your strategy, including key milestones, product development, and go-to-market plans over the next 12–18 months.

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🗺️ Market

Discovery Wrap-up

Competition Mapping

Market Glossary

What Makes Us Different?

💎 Product

Product Strategy