“Michael's support was crucial in helping us successfully close our first funding round of USD 3.75 million. His expertise and network made a significant impact, and we're looking forward to working with him again in the next round.”
Seedraisr · Fundraising Advisory
Get funded.
I'm Michael Schneider. I help ambitious founders build meaningful investor relationships and run smarter fundraising campaigns, backed by Fund Momentum's data on 950+ VC funds.
Startups supported54
Years of experience10
Countries22
The Origin
A decade of building. Now I raise for others.
I've built two companies: leichtgemacht.at (sold to Mietguru GmbH, 2021) and Break Stuff, a VC-backed startup in ML-based card grading (wound it down, 2024). Today I lead partnerships for AustrianStartups, the largest founder community in Austria, and I'm building Fund Momentum alongside this advisory work.
After ten years launching ventures and serving as operator, mentor, and advisor across the startup ecosystem, I opened my investor network to founders who needed more than advice, they needed access. That became Seedraisr, now run as the advisory arm of Fund Momentum. I'm scouting for EWOR, Flashpoint Ventures, and Santa Barbara Venture Partners, and mentor at accelerators like Techstars, tech2impact and Founder Institute. My expertise spans BD, GTM, PR & content marketing, fundraising, investor relations, B2B sales, and event management.
What I Do
Getting you investment-ready
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Investment Readiness
I help you sharpen every element investors scrutinize: pitch deck, storytelling, financial model, traction metrics, and growth narrative. You'll go into every meeting prepared and confident.
02
Investor Outreach
I open my curated network of angels, VCs, and family offices to the founders I work with. Outreach is targeted, warm where possible, and always backed by research, not spray-and-pray.
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Mentoring & Strategy
From GTM and BD to fundraising timeline and cap table strategy, I work alongside you as an operator who has been in the same seat, not just an advisor at arm's length.
04
Investor Signal Profiles
Through Fund Momentum, access GP Signal Profiles for 950+ funds: thesis tags, bullish and contrarian signals, and a founder dos & don'ts playbook.
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MCP Server for AI
Query Fund Momentum's 950+ tracked funds from Claude, ChatGPT, or any MCP client, in plain language, as part of your own research process.
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Founders I've worked with
“You legend, Michael. Couldn't have hit this milestone without your hustle, thank you for helping get that check in last week and for all the investor convos ahead.”
“Michael has been a valuable asset to Investables as a fundraiser, delivering outstanding results. He has been able to secure a great number of warm introductions, which has greatly helped to boost the company's fundraising efforts.”
Packages
Three ways to work together
All-In
Full scope. Priority support.
€5,000
upfront, one-time or two tranches8 weeks
- Investment readiness (deck, data room, narrative) and/or outreach
- Outreach to existing network + significant cold outreach (if needed)
- Priority, hands-on support throughout
- Investor research & curated target list
- Direct access to me across the entire engagement
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Skin in the Game
Lower risk. Full commitment.
€3,000
upfront + 3% success fee6–8 weeks
- Warm introductions from my existing investor network
- Investor research & target list
- Minimal cold outreach (if needed)
- Success fee, I only win when you win
- Option to reinvest up to 50% of the fee back into your cap table
Unfair Advantage
Get investor-ready and see exactly who to raise from.
€1,000
upfront1–2 weeks
- Async pitch deck teardown: narrative, structure, and the red flags investors catch first
- Curated investor short list of 50-100 and incl. a warm introduction to 10-15 who match closest to your ICP, stage and sector
- 1 year complimentary access to Fund Momentum Pro
- A 20-minute recorded Loom on your pitch deck, fundraising strategy, and campaign
Looking for curated deal flow? Deal flow for investors is a separate offer.
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Frequently Asked
Seedraisr is my personal fundraising advisory practice, now run as part of Fund Momentum. I'm Michael Schneider, founder, operator, and venture partner, and I open my investor network and expertise to a small number of ambitious startups to help them raise capital more effectively.
Founders raising pre-seed to Series A who are serious about their fundraise and ready to put in the work. I'm selective, I only take on startups I genuinely believe in and can meaningfully help.
Use the Apply button on this page, it links to a short Tally form. I'll review your submission and reach out if there's a fit. You can also connect with me directly on LinkedIn.
It means your pitch deck, financial model, key metrics, and narrative are tight enough to withstand serious investor scrutiny. I work through each element with you, deck, story, model, traction, growth assumptions, until you're genuinely ready.
It depends on your stage, budget, and needs. 'Unfair Advantage' is the entry point, a fast, high-value diagnostic and shortlist before you spend a single warm intro. 'Skin in the Game' is ideal if you want low upfront cost and are focused on network introductions. 'All-In' is for founders who want full investment readiness support and maximum outreach.
No one can guarantee funding, and anyone who does is misleading you. What I can guarantee is that I'll put your application in front of the right people and that you'll be well-prepared when it matters.
Yes, deal flow for investors is a secondary service. If you're an angel, fund manager, or family office looking for curated, pre-vetted deal flow, visit our For Investors page or reach out at michael@seedraisr.com.