Kesserwani says Cushion has over half its funding round committed
Paul Kesserwani · #51 This Bot Can Fight Your ATM Fees · Mar 3, 2025 · at 26:13
Paul Kesserwani, founder of Cushion, gives host Josh Muccio a post-pitch update on his funding progress and investor conversations.
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“Over half the round committed from folks who want to participate. Like I said, I'm negotiating with one potential lead right now, but also talking to a few other lead funds.”
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