A long, long time ago — also known as February — venture capital investor Matthew Bradley coined the term ‘marketing advance’ to describe how new lending platforms are disrupting venture capital models. These platforms give fast, flexible access to funds for marketing campaigns without the pressures of taking on new investors. For marketing heavy scaleups, notably direct-to-consumer businesses, it’s an enticing idea.
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