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How to survive the new funding landscape with Melissa Widner - Startup Equity Matters Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Melissa Widner, CEO of Lighter Capital, the pioneer in non-dilutive funding for B2B SaaS companies. Melissa shares her journey from serial entrepreneur to venture capitalist to leading one of the most innovative alternative funding platforms for startups. We explore how Lighter Capital has funded over 1,200 rounds without taking equity, why most great companies don’t fit the traditional VC model, and how founders can grow sustainably without dilution. Melissa also talks about her work supporting female founders through Propeller, building remote-first culture, and how objective funding models can remove bias from investment decisions. Whether you’re a founder, investor, or operator, this conversation is packed with practical insights about startup growth, funding strategy, and leadership. Cake is the intuitive equity platform for fast growing startups. Our class leading cap table and equity management platform is designed to simplify startup equity, manage investor relations, and help founders grow with confidence.