Funding rounds & stages · Core

Series B

Also called: Series B round

ELI5

Funding to scale a business with stronger proof.

Used in conversation

“The Series B will expand enterprise sales internationally.”

Definition

A later venture round commonly used to expand proven go-to-market, product or geographic scale.

Here “Series B” means: A later venture round commonly used to expand proven go-to-market, product or geographic scale.

Pitch context

You will see “Series B” in fundraising decks, data rooms, term sheets and investor conversations when the discussion reaches funding rounds & stages.

Why it matters: In funding rounds & stages, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Sources & evidence · 8

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