TechCrunch

APRIL 17, 2023

TikTok, in combination with COVID-19 lockdowns that began in 2020, created a perfect storm for the endless scrolling of quick entertaining and informative video content. The fact that influencers are moving their strategies to shorter-form content is a clear signal for startups to follow suit. Let that sink in.

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Startup Blogpost

JULY 14, 2023

8 Retirement Planning Strategies for Entrepreneurs and Self-employed Individuals In the complex world of retirement planning, entrepreneurs and self-employed individuals face unique challenges. This strategy offers a unique and less commonly known approach to retirement planning for entrepreneurs and self-employed individuals.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

APRIL 2, 2021

But in too many communities entrepreneurship is an underutilized and underleveraged strategy for economic growth. In my role as an ecosystem builder in Sacramento, I’m doubling down on my efforts to raise awareness about entrepreneurship and ecosystem building as an economic development strategy to civic and business leaders in our region.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

” Despite the VC flurries of 2020 creating an ecosystem of seemingly endless equity, it’s important for entrepreneurs and founders to understand that there is no one-size-fits-all model for raising capital. However, as long as you’re truly faster, cheaper and simpler, patience and strategy can propel you to where you want to be.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 12, 2021

million Series C that Austin-based The Zebra raised in February of 2020. The Zebra doubled its net revenue in 2020 to $79 million compared to $37 million in 2019, according to Melnick , who is former president of travel metasearch engine Kayak. And The Zebra has increased its headcount to over 325, compared to about 200 in early 2020.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

If that’s your orbit, don’t miss TC Sessions: Space 2020 on December 16-17. We have an impressive slate of presenters ready to talk about the current state of space tech, what the future holds, investment strategies and what it takes to build successful cosmic startups. TC Sessions: Space 2020 takes place on December 16-17.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

has more than 50 plant-based items, the ability for customers to shop on-demand without signing up for a subscription, doubled its growth rate since 2020 and has over 20,000 subscribers to date. Today, the company delivers to every state in the continental U.S., Oh, and it recently secured $12 million in Series B funding.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JANUARY 23, 2024

The initial idea was born in 2013 but was not officially registered as a business until 2020 because she faced hardships launching the STEM Builders Learning Hub and finding tutors. Kavelle credits the YLAI experience with helping provide new tools and an opportunity to build on her business strategy to help her succeed.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 16, 2020

In a year as unprecedented as 2020, entrepreneurs showed the world the kind of resilience they and their businesses are made of amid the coronavirus. Here’s what aspiring entrepreneurs hoping to get their start in 2021 can learn from the businesses that survived, and thrived, in 2020: Create a pivot-friendly business model.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 22, 2020

How has COVID-19 impacted your investment strategy? The same goes for luxury goods, as people are more worried about the economic situation they are in. On the other hand, remote work has seen a surge in investments. Also sustainability will hopefully be put back on the agenda. What are the biggest worries of the founders in your portfolio?

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Apple has shifted strategy here, but Quibi boxed itself in and probably couldn’t afford to play here once its error was made clear. Quibi and Apple TV+ both launched with plenty of new series and no back libraries of beloved legacy content for users to spend time digging into. There’s just so much good stuff out there already.

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GCUC

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Our 2020 Megatrend Predictions. The WeWork effect could hurt or help pricing strategies in the industry. The post Coworking Megatrend Predictions for 2020 appeared first on Global Coworking Unconference Conference. We also predicted the term “office” going away. This one will take some time to prove.). These are all fears.

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Impact Hub

APRIL 23, 2021

To open an Impact Hub, like starting any business, takes courage – even more so in 2020, the year our world changed. From England to Bangladesh via Switzerland, we spoke to some of our fearless founders who opened an Impact Hub in 2020. Impact Hub Dhaka, one of the Impact Hubs that opened in 2020. Let’s start with why.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Zoom looks beyond video conferencing as triple-digit 2020 growth begins to slow. Zoom looks beyond video conferencing as triple-digit 2020 growth begins to slow. Choices and constraints: How DTC companies decide which strategy to follow. ” Choices and constraints: How DTC companies decide which strategy to follow. .

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Tomasz Tunguz

APRIL 16, 2020

Both are equally viable strategies. Venture capital, debt, or negotiating better cash collections (multi-year prepay) are all viable strategies to position the business to press its advantage. And what does that imply about your plans for 2020? Fortune favors the bold. So, which should yours be?

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

In 2020, the venture industry continued to invest in startups, despite the COVID-19 crisis. How has COVID-19 impacted your investment strategy? And Brexit is helping: The Dutch are highly proficient in English and Dutch law is similar to English law, which means U.K.-based based tech founders are welcomed with open arms.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 24, 2024

She has championed numerous committees and initiatives, notably spearheading the launch of EO’s new brand in 2020 and leading critical projects, including the EO purpose project. Her work has particularly highlighted empowering women entrepreneurs through MyEO Women.

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Impact Hub

APRIL 8, 2020

This is due to two elements: the Bootcamp nature of the program and the large sum of grant money involved; and 2020 marks its 10 anniversary. Together, they develop strategies and make presentations around the world with the intention of finding high-quality ventures that participate in the different categories of the award.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 2, 2020

The panelists will weigh in on strategies to build diverse workforces — with different perspectives and experiences that drive innovation — as well as new approaches that promote continuous learning for workers throughout their careers. Is your company interested in sponsoring TC Sessions: Space 2020?

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 7, 2020

The US presidential election of 2020 has been the most technologically sophisticated ever, but I’m gonna skip because there are relatively few startup angles for us here. One of our portfolio companies, Material Bank , has used this monetization strategy with success. 4 takeaways from fintech VC in Q3 2020.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 28, 2021

During an online business workshop in December 2020, the presenter asked me whether our venture was a hobby or a business. There’s no need for long-term strategy or a plan for growth because there’s no risk if your venture fails to attract clients. In 2020, I took a bold step that I had been considering for years. How about you?

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AsiaTechDaily

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Data from the Global Sustainable Investment Alliance highlights a staggering 605% increase in Sustainably-Themed Investing in 2020 compared to 2016. Here, environmental stalwart Lee Yu-jin shed light on strategies for carbon neutrality and green growth.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 4, 2022

Using a special purpose acquisition company to go public was a popular fad in 2020 and 2021, but many startups that took this shortcut into the public markets haven’t done very well. across 3,356 deals in 2020, setting a new record. Just how wrong were those SPAC projections? Image Credits: Nigel Sussman (opens in a new window).

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Rebecca is going on Simulmedia Live tomorrow at 2pm ET to talk about startups, marketing, growth strategies, and how she thinks about all of these issues in identifying attractive investments and helping our portfolio companies with their growth strategies. If you want to listen in, you can register here.

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Tomasz Tunguz

APRIL 16, 2020

Both are equally viable strategies. Venture capital, debt, or negotiating better cash collections (multi-year prepay) are all viable strategies to position the business to press its advantage. And what does that imply about your plans for 2020? Fortune favors the bold. So, which should yours be?

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

I was talking to a group of education entrepreneurs (on Zoom naturally) last week and was advocating for the “direct to learner” approach that defines our eduction investing strategy at USV. USV TEAM POSTS: Albert Wenger — Oct 30, 2020 The Coming Fight for Control of the Internet.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Ramon hosted his 2020 holiday party with some of the best industry experts out there. Many companies spent a lot of time figuring out where they wanted to be at the end of 2020. It takes effort and strategy. If you missed the live event, don't worry! Below are some highlights from each expert interview. Changing the Plan.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

OCTOBER 25, 2020

Fundraising has never been easy, what are investors looking for in 2020? Created by DocSend It’s clear that 2020 has thrown a wrench in the gears of startup fundraising; conferences are canceled, meetings are virtual and spontaneous, in-person investor/founder meet-and-greets are almost completely nonexistent.

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Source Link

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Data from McKinsey & Company on global consumer sentiment shows that consumer and business adoption of new strategies advanced five years in just eight weeks. Despite many small businesses closing their doors in 2020, the pandemic nevertheless brought an increase in entrepreneurial spirit. Entrepreneurship-led job creation.

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Tomasz Tunguz

JANUARY 7, 2020

I wondered if Softbank's changes in investment strategy had much to do with it, but as the chart shows, they were not a meaningful contributor. However, Q4 2019 saw meaningful dip from Q3, but it's too early to say whether it's an aberration, or the beginning of a longer-term trend. Their investment is marked in the black line.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 17, 2022

million Series A funding round — bringing its total raised since January 2020, when the business was founded, to $13.6M. Barcelona-based Payflow , a YC-backed salary-advance fintech with ambitions to evolve into a neobank, has banked a $9.1

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OurCrowd

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Sabah Al-Binali, CEO, Universal Strategy, Abu Dhabi – Faris Mesmar, Managing Partner, Hatch & Boost – Motaz Abu-Hijleh, CEO, World of Farming – Ralph Debbas, CEO, W Motors – Mohamad Kaswani, CEO, Urban – Jon Medved, CEO, OurCrowd. 13, 2020) appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 5, 2023

Since the pandemic began in 2020, many companies have moved toward hybrid and remote working arrangements. Below are three proven strategies engineered to ensure remote staffers feel like the essential contributors they are. Yet even seasoned leaders find it challenging to recognize and appreciate their virtual employees fully.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 12, 2024

New Managing Director Joshua Taylor Brings 20 Years of Strategy and Entrepreneurial Experience Dallas, TX (SMU), March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Veteran leader Joshua Taylor has joined SMU Cox School of Business as the Managing Director of the William S. Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership. billion campaign for impact.

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AsiaTechDaily

DECEMBER 5, 2023

billion for patient subsidies in 2020, with the intention of improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare. Singapore employs a range of strategies to balance costs and quality effectively. This upward trend is likely to continue, driven by an aging population and an increase in chronic diseases.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

2 strategies for creating top-of-funnel marketing content. This feels even more important now after the absolute disaster that was 2020. When we teamed up with Semrush to explore keyword search data in 2020 related to marketing goals , brand awareness and authority showed steady upward trends. Strategy #1: Get media coverage.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 23, 2021

In 2020, VC investments totaled NZD $127.2 USD $76 million) in 2019, due to a near doubling of transactions from 46 in 2019 to 92 in 2020. billion, from Q1 2020 to Q4 2021. Technology startups are the pinnacle of that strategy. million (USD $86 million), up from NZD $112.2 (USD or Australian) VCs or the government.

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