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Educate, Empower, Support: EO Women Entrepreneurs Are Leading the Way

Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 8, 2024

Women still only get about 2% of venture capital investment money, and we want to see that change,” said Cindy Boyd, EO Houston. “By We’ve helped our portfolio companies with introductions with potential customers, board members, key employees, and advisors.” By working together, we can move the needle.”

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NJEDA Hosts Diversity Finance Advisory Board Meeting, Convening Diverse Group of Entrepreneurs and Investors

American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 7, 2024

March 5, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) held the first in-person meeting of the Diversity Finance Advisory Board (DFAB) last week, bringing together a diverse group of investors, entrepreneurs, and mentors for presentations and networking sessions.

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Extra Crunch roundup: Build a founding team, choose a VC and recruit your board

TechCrunch

AUGUST 6, 2021

.” In a related article, Gregg Adkin, VP and managing director at Dell Technologies Capital, shared the framework he’s developed for helping founders set up their board. Matthew Harris, partner, Bain Capital Ventures. Jake Gibson, founding partner, Better Tomorrow Ventures. TX Zhuo, partner, Fika Ventures.

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Navigating Singapore’s Startup Ecosystem: Top 5 Funding Initiatives Unveiled

AsiaTechDaily

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Startup SG Founder The Standards, Productivity and Innovation Board Spring (SPRING) consolidates various startup assistance programs. The initiative aims to provide Singapore-based startups access to diverse funding sources and mentorship programs, nurturing innovative concepts into prosperous companies.

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Why You Don’t Want to Miss the MyEO DealExchange DX22 Conference

Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 5, 2022

It’s an incredibly valuable event for both EO Accelerators and EO members with startups that want to attract investments in addition to EO members who are looking for the right investment opportunity. Each person gets 90 seconds to share the details of the investment opportunity or the “deal need” they’re presenting or seeking.

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Kara Nortman Was Just Promoted to Co-Managing Partner at Upfront Ventures. Here’s What it All Means

Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 26, 2020

leadership, mentorship, competitiveness, communications, relationship-building?—?and In any job you either find leadership opportunities for your best people BEFORE they ask or other people start asking them to become leaders somewhere else. She had all of the skills and traits we sought?—?leadership, So why now?

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4 ways to ensure Latin America’s growing pot of capital drives long-term growth

TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

As Latin America bathes the startup spotlight, players there need to consider how its startup growth can translate to self-sustaining economic and social development across the board. Tech infrastructure can build innovation hubs beyond capital cities. of GDP, while revenue from VC-backed companies accounts for 21%.

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Influence Meets Innovation: How Founders and Cultural Leaders Can Work Together

Andreessen Horowitz

MAY 6, 2024

In the 5+ years since CLF was founded, we’ve seen firsthand that these partnerships can produce new ideas, new opportunities, and new shifts in culture faster than operating in silos. For Founders Make It Make Sense Venture capital is where innovation meets investment.

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Governor Murphy Announces Proposed Fintech Accelerator in Hoboken

American Entrepreneurship

MAY 17, 2024

NJ FAST will allow for new entrepreneurs to bring their world-class ideas to New Jersey, increasing our state’s already impressive talent pool, all while capitalizing on the resources and expertise of our partners at Stevens Institute of Technology. Pending approval by its Board, the NJEDA intends to invest up to $17.5

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NJEDA Approves First NJ Innovation Evergreen Fund Investment to Newark-based 1Huddle

American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 14, 2023

October 12, 2023) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board today approved the first investment in an emerging New Jersey company from the New Jersey Innovation Evergreen Fund (NJIEF). The NJIEF, launched in 2022, is a groundbreaking tool to increase access to strategic resources and venture capital in New Jersey.

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Launchpad LA Receives VC Funding: $50,000 Per Startup

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

We have significant VC commitments (listed below) – every entering company will get $50,000 in funding, mentorship from top VCs and successful entrepreneurs plus free office space. To provide an opportunity for VCs and senior executives to engage with the community by giving back rather than just attending more cocktail parties.

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In the heart of the NC Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill), where ideas take flight, a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem thrives.

Angel Capital Association

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Recognizing the strategic importance of networking and building community, Bagchi Law's decision to sponsor the Angel Capital Association (ACA) is a testament to its commitment to showcasing the Triangle's entrepreneurial impact on a national platform. Neil Bagchi, founder of Bagchi Law, PLLC, is a leader in this entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Information Regarding Angel Investing (Episode 284)

StartupNation

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

On today’s Business Beat, Jeff speaks with Marsha Dawood, chair of the Angel Capital Association Board of Directors, regarding the advantages of angel funding to finance and launch a business. Marcia Dawood: One of the things that angels bring is a lot of mentorship and expertise, and they bring their network.

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How Venture Capitalist Diane Yoo Chooses Her Startup Investments

StartupNation

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

With so many entrepreneurs and startup ventures seeking investment opportunities, it’s crucial that venture capitalists (VCs) create a list of criteria they want their potential investments to meet. Those sorts of entrepreneurs can land a fund or board in deep water if they aren’t willing or able to change. Concluding remarks.

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6 reasons why you shouldn’t join an accelerator

TechCrunch

OCTOBER 31, 2022

They give you funding and fundraising opportunities, mentorship and networks, workshops and usually a place to work. You’ll still need to figure out how to acquire customers, find the best talent, build an incredible product, assemble a great advisory board and get to product-market fit. Do you just need funding?

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Seed Funding Explained: What It Is & how It Works?

Feedough

JANUARY 20, 2021

Startup aid usually comes in the form of funding and capital investment. Seed funding, also called seed money or seed capital, is the initial investment a startup requires to start its operations or to launch itself as a full-fledged business. The whole team is on board. What Is Seed Funding? These investors their own money.

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Taking stock of the VC industry’s progress on diversity, equity and inclusion

TechCrunch

APRIL 27, 2021

Bobby Franklin is the president and CEO of the National Venture Capital Association and previously served as an executive vice president for the CTIA – The Wireless Association. A new foreign investment bill will impact venture capital and the US startup ecosystem. Let’s be clear: The venture capital industry has lacked diversity.

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Pre-Seed Funding Explained: What It Is & How It Works

Feedough

MARCH 22, 2021

It is where pre-seed capital comes in. Pre-seed capital is required to set the base for the business operations to start and ensure that the founders’ business is a viable one. Bringing key stakeholders on board like the chief technical officer, chief financial offer, etc. But what is pre-seed funding, and how to get it?

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Q&A with Meg Salyer

Innovation 2 Enterprise

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Current Board service includes: First Fidelity Bank, REES Architects, Oklahoma City University, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, United Way of Central Oklahoma, the Civic Center Foundation, the Oklahoma School of Science and Math Foundation, i2e (Innovation to Enterprise) and the Arts Council of Oklahoma City. Get started!

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Key Takeaways From Startup Grind Global

Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 3, 2019

There is no end to ideas in a world where there is opportunity. The plan was to secure other people’s money—whether venture capital, friends or family—to get the business (the ideas) started. This means opportunity. After 20 sessions, over two intense back-to-back days, I took away many lessons that I am excited to implement.

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What has KOBO360 been up to in the last 2 years?

TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

On-demand logistics and trucking marketplaces solve these problems and reduce costs by connecting shippers to transportation, assisting them in moving cargo, extending working capital facilities and supplying them with apps and software to manage their operations. Most times, your investors and board are present when it’s working.

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Muslims come into the frame in Southeast Asia’s fintech boom

TechCrunch

APRIL 27, 2023

It also has a strong baseline infrastructure for operating businesses with primarily foreign capital. A lot of the groundwork was already there and we were able to come in and operate as a connector where there are inefficiencies, and a lack of capital. We were able to bridge that lack of capital using a technology solution.

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Twitter’s first comms exec is building a comms network for execs

TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

All background that makes his latest bet all the more interesting: Mixing Board , a startup to bring together communications and marketing leaders in one spot to help clients avoid “the BS PR stuff.”. Right now, it’s free for comms leaders to join Mixing Board. Over 200 people are in the community to date. Be direct, be clear.

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Why Women Need Mentors

Smart Hustle Magazine

JULY 22, 2019

Mentorship is one of the keys to success in business. Mentorship is important at every stage of a woman’s career, whether she’s just starting out or is a CEO. Greater access to career options and opportunities. Mentorship is key to ensure a woman’s success in the workforce and access to leadership positions. .

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Flexible VCs With Structures Between Equity and Revenue-Based Investing

David Teten VC

JANUARY 21, 2021

V: Should you raise venture capital from a traditional equity VC or a Revenue-Based Investing VC? In our previous essay, we introduced the concept of Flexible VC : structures which allow founders to access immediate risk capital while preserving exit and ownership optionality. IV: Should your new VC fund use Revenue-Based Investing?

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Governments should invest in their diaspora founders

TechCrunch

AUGUST 17, 2021

Prabhat Gusain is currently the chief of staff at Caffeinated Capital and was previously an intern with Versatile VC. How to win consulting, board and deal roles with PE and VC funds. The private sector has already identified this opportunity. Prabhat Gusain. Contributor. Share on Twitter. He is a 2021 MBA from UVA Darden.

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Flexible VCs With Structures Between Equity and Revenue-Based Investing

David Teten VC

JANUARY 21, 2021

V: Should you raise venture capital from a traditional equity VC or a Revenue-Based Investing VC? In our previous essay, we introduced the concept of Flexible VC : structures which allow founders to access immediate risk capital while preserving exit and ownership optionality. IV: Should your new VC fund use Revenue-Based Investing?

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Engaging with the startup community: in conversation with Reece Walker and William McCullough

Startup Catalyst

AUGUST 15, 2018

He is a leading capital markets lawyer and has extensive transactional experience in public and private capital raisings, mergers and acquisitions, and restructures. Because we’ve been long time participants in the ecosystem we’ve had the opportunity to be part of some of those success stories which is tremendously rewarding.

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How to Find a Job as a VC Scout: Compensation and Which Firms Are Recruiting

David Teten VC

MARCH 1, 2022

This is part of a series on building your career in venture capital: Reading list for working in private equity/venture capital , including all of the major online communities, programs, and educational options for people studying VC. How to get a job in venture capital. Accel, Sequoia) give the Scout a small pool of capital.

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Vidit Aatrey on Building Meesho, India’s Top Reselling Platform, with Adora Cheung

Y Combinator

MAY 22, 2019

90% of total commerce happens in these small mom and pop stores, and for every small shop that you see there are 99 other people who always wanted to start a store but just never could get capital. Most people do not have access to capital. You have to go back to the drawing board and understand, why are people calling me, right?

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What next for founders seeking their next adventure: Launch, Get a Job, Invest, Consult?

David Teten VC

JUNE 14, 2021

If you want outside capital, VCs will chase after you to invest. . At my prior firm, ff Venture Capital, we invested in a company co-founded by Nate Jenkins , who had a successful exit, but not quite enough to buy a private plane. He’s now researching his next opportunity and interviewing for some jobs. Full-time Initiatives.

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[OurCrowd in Business Wire] OurCrowd first Israeli company to partner with the Singapore Economic Development Board in the Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) programme

OurCrowd

JUNE 27, 2022

OurCrowd First Israeli Company to Partner With the Singapore Economic Development Board in the Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) Programme. billion in commitments, and deployed capital into more than 347 portfolio companies and 39 funds across five continents. June 27, 2022 09:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time.

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Startup Catalyst Brief

Educate, Empower, Support: EO Women Entrepreneurs Are Leading the Way

NJEDA Hosts Diversity Finance Advisory Board Meeting, Convening Diverse Group of Entrepreneurs and Investors

Trending Sources

Extra Crunch roundup: Build a founding team, choose a VC and recruit your board

Navigating Singapore’s Startup Ecosystem: Top 5 Funding Initiatives Unveiled

Why You Don’t Want to Miss the MyEO DealExchange DX22 Conference

Kara Nortman Was Just Promoted to Co-Managing Partner at Upfront Ventures. Here’s What it All Means

4 ways to ensure Latin America’s growing pot of capital drives long-term growth

Influence Meets Innovation: How Founders and Cultural Leaders Can Work Together

Governor Murphy Announces Proposed Fintech Accelerator in Hoboken

NJEDA Approves First NJ Innovation Evergreen Fund Investment to Newark-based 1Huddle

Launchpad LA Receives VC Funding: $50,000 Per Startup

In the heart of the NC Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill), where ideas take flight, a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem thrives.

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Information Regarding Angel Investing (Episode 284)

How Venture Capitalist Diane Yoo Chooses Her Startup Investments

6 reasons why you shouldn’t join an accelerator

Seed Funding Explained: What It Is & how It Works?

Taking stock of the VC industry’s progress on diversity, equity and inclusion

Pre-Seed Funding Explained: What It Is & How It Works

Q&A with Meg Salyer

Key Takeaways From Startup Grind Global

What has KOBO360 been up to in the last 2 years?

Muslims come into the frame in Southeast Asia’s fintech boom

Twitter’s first comms exec is building a comms network for execs

Why Women Need Mentors

Flexible VCs With Structures Between Equity and Revenue-Based Investing

Governments should invest in their diaspora founders

Flexible VCs With Structures Between Equity and Revenue-Based Investing

Engaging with the startup community: in conversation with Reece Walker and William McCullough

How to Find a Job as a VC Scout: Compensation and Which Firms Are Recruiting

Vidit Aatrey on Building Meesho, India’s Top Reselling Platform, with Adora Cheung

What next for founders seeking their next adventure: Launch, Get a Job, Invest, Consult?

[OurCrowd in Business Wire] OurCrowd first Israeli company to partner with the Singapore Economic Development Board in the Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) programme

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