Fundraising Consultant / Capital Raiser – Global 3D Printing E-Commerce Marketplace
Budget: $5 – $250 USD
We're looking for a fundraising specialist to help us raise investment for Layerline (layerline.io), a global 3D printing marketplace, and our broader portfolio of technology and e-commerce ventures. This is a commission-based role — you get paid when you deliver results.
Open to freelancers and agencies. You find the investors, facilitate the introductions, and help close the deal.
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ABOUT US
• Multiple ventures — ecosystem infrastructure (B2B SaaS), e-commerce (3D printing marketplace), technology solutions, startup ecosystem coordination
• Layerline (layerline.io) — global 3D printing marketplace, selling 3D printers, filament & accessories worldwide
• Custom e-commerce platform in development (think: vertical Shopify for 3D printing)
• Based in the Netherlands with a US entity, operating globally
• 3D printing market projected to reach $100B+ by 2032
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WHAT WE NEED
Investor Sourcing
• Identifying and sourcing relevant investors — angels, micro-VCs, strategic investors, family offices
• Building a targeted investor pipeline based on our industry and stage
• Warm introductions to investors in your network
• Researching and targeting investors active in e-commerce, marketplaces, 3D printing, or hardware
Fundraising Process
• Helping prepare pitch materials (pitch deck, financial model, one-pager)
• Coaching on investor meetings and pitch delivery
• Managing the fundraising pipeline — tracking conversations, follow-ups, next steps
• Supporting due diligence processes
• Negotiation support on term sheets and deal structure
Strategy & Positioning
• Advising on fundraising strategy — how much to raise, at what valuation, from whom
• Positioning the business to be investable — storytelling, metrics, traction narrative
• Advising on deal structure — equity, convertible notes, SAFE, etc.
• Timing strategy — when to approach which investors
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WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
• Proven track record of helping startups or scale-ups raise capital
• Active network of angel investors, VCs, or family offices — ideally in e-commerce, tech, or hardware
• Experience with seed to Series A fundraising
• Understanding of deal structures, term sheets, and investor expectations
• Strong communicator — can represent us professionally to investors
• Results-driven — you eat what you kill
Bonus:
• Experience raising capital for e-commerce or marketplace businesses
• Network in the 3D printing or hardware investment space
• Experience with both EU and US investor ecosystems
• Background as a former VC, angel, or investment banker
• Understanding of Dutch/EU and US fundraising regulations
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COMPENSATION
• Commission-based — percentage of capital raised (to be discussed)
• Aligned incentives — you win when we win
• Open to discussing a small retainer for active engagement, but preference is pure commission
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HOW WE WORK
• Remote, flexible
• Regular check-ins on pipeline and progress
• Transparent communication — no surprises
• Long-term relationship if results are there
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ABOUT THE FOUNDER
• 15+ years entrepreneurial experience, starting from age 14
• Portfolio of technology and e-commerce ventures
• #1 globally ranked mentor on MentorCruise for E-commerce, Strategic Planning, Strategic Entrepreneurship, Financial Planning & Business Engineering — and amongst the top for Growth, Marketing & Sales
• Judge at Harvard Innovation Labs, mentor at Techstars & MassChallenge
• Strong network across European and North American startup ecosystems
• Background in Industrial Engineering & Management
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TO APPLY
1. Your track record in fundraising (amounts raised, types of investors, industries)
2. Examples of startups you've helped raise capital for
3. Your investor network — which types and geographies
4. Your typical commission structure
5. Availability to start
Open to freelancers and agencies. You find the investors, facilitate the introductions, and help close the deal.
---
ABOUT US
• Multiple ventures — ecosystem infrastructure (B2B SaaS), e-commerce (3D printing marketplace), technology solutions, startup ecosystem coordination
• Layerline (layerline.io) — global 3D printing marketplace, selling 3D printers, filament & accessories worldwide
• Custom e-commerce platform in development (think: vertical Shopify for 3D printing)
• Based in the Netherlands with a US entity, operating globally
• 3D printing market projected to reach $100B+ by 2032
---
WHAT WE NEED
Investor Sourcing
• Identifying and sourcing relevant investors — angels, micro-VCs, strategic investors, family offices
• Building a targeted investor pipeline based on our industry and stage
• Warm introductions to investors in your network
• Researching and targeting investors active in e-commerce, marketplaces, 3D printing, or hardware
Fundraising Process
• Helping prepare pitch materials (pitch deck, financial model, one-pager)
• Coaching on investor meetings and pitch delivery
• Managing the fundraising pipeline — tracking conversations, follow-ups, next steps
• Supporting due diligence processes
• Negotiation support on term sheets and deal structure
Strategy & Positioning
• Advising on fundraising strategy — how much to raise, at what valuation, from whom
• Positioning the business to be investable — storytelling, metrics, traction narrative
• Advising on deal structure — equity, convertible notes, SAFE, etc.
• Timing strategy — when to approach which investors
---
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
• Proven track record of helping startups or scale-ups raise capital
• Active network of angel investors, VCs, or family offices — ideally in e-commerce, tech, or hardware
• Experience with seed to Series A fundraising
• Understanding of deal structures, term sheets, and investor expectations
• Strong communicator — can represent us professionally to investors
• Results-driven — you eat what you kill
Bonus:
• Experience raising capital for e-commerce or marketplace businesses
• Network in the 3D printing or hardware investment space
• Experience with both EU and US investor ecosystems
• Background as a former VC, angel, or investment banker
• Understanding of Dutch/EU and US fundraising regulations
---
COMPENSATION
• Commission-based — percentage of capital raised (to be discussed)
• Aligned incentives — you win when we win
• Open to discussing a small retainer for active engagement, but preference is pure commission
---
HOW WE WORK
• Remote, flexible
• Regular check-ins on pipeline and progress
• Transparent communication — no surprises
• Long-term relationship if results are there
---
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
• 15+ years entrepreneurial experience, starting from age 14
• Portfolio of technology and e-commerce ventures
• #1 globally ranked mentor on MentorCruise for E-commerce, Strategic Planning, Strategic Entrepreneurship, Financial Planning & Business Engineering — and amongst the top for Growth, Marketing & Sales
• Judge at Harvard Innovation Labs, mentor at Techstars & MassChallenge
• Strong network across European and North American startup ecosystems
• Background in Industrial Engineering & Management
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TO APPLY
1. Your track record in fundraising (amounts raised, types of investors, industries)
2. Examples of startups you've helped raise capital for
3. Your investor network — which types and geographies
4. Your typical commission structure
5. Availability to start