Paul G. Silva

JUNE 14, 2023

From 2003-2022 the River Valley Investors operated as a traditional angel group, investing in nearly 100 startups. For posterity, here are some of the more recent investments… 2022 Hubly Surgical Hubly Surgical has an advanced drill, complete with auto-stop and visual feedback, to make medical drilling safe across underserved settings.

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David Teten VC

AUGUST 30, 2021

National and local governmental organizations who are interested in promoting economic growth and job creation , and particularly want to see a thriving tech ecosystem generating high-paid jobs. . have created or supported funds to invest in local VC managers. Schiff Professor of Investment Banking at Harvard Business School. .

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Andreessen Horowitz

MARCH 5, 2024

We need to get clarity on a lot more of people’s concerns, but more importantly, what they perceive to be their opportunities as the technology evolves, as we learn more about the technology, as new versions are released. We need to make some key investments in people and platforms. So sort of a wait-and-see approach.

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AsiaTechDaily

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In 2023, the industry attracted substantial investments, with strong financial inclusion and blockchain technology gaining acceptance in some countries. This investment came from a consortium of regional investors, including Northstar Group, Alpine Ventures, Patamar Capital, and January Capital.

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Angel Capital Association

OCTOBER 2, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 10/01/2023 10/01/2023 - The Angel Capital Association (ACA), the world’s largest association of angel investors, has announced that Columbus, Ohio will host its 2024 Summit of Angel Investing. Visit angelcapitalassociation.org. Contact: Director of Marketing, Dannielle Stewart.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

NJ Entrepreneur Support Program provides guarantees to support investments into Garden State companies TRENTON, N.J. Qualified investors under the program must be independent from the company, and the proposed investment must not mature for at least one year, cannot require payment for at least a year, and must be unsecured.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

According to a statement, the funding presents Naked with an opportunity to improve its AI and use it to grow Africa’s insurance market which is worth over $68 billion in annual gross written premiums. IFC leads $17M investment in South African insurtech Naked by Tage Kene-Okafor originally published on TechCrunch

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 2, 2024

HAX, a startup development program for pre-seed hard tech companies, with offices across the world, supports startups and entrepreneurs through investment capital, mentorship, and collaboration. HAX’s investment in Newark and New Jersey is a testament to the diverse talent pool the Garden State has to offer.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

GCVF will deploy the initial investments from Fund II over the next five years. in 2018 and has since made 29 investments and has realized five exits. Greater Colorado Venture Funds’ core investment thesis is to identify, invest and support founders in the overlooked rural market across rural Colorado.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

GCVF will deploy the initial investments from Fund II over the next five years. in 2018 and has since made 29 investments and has realized five exits. Greater Colorado Venture Funds’ core investment thesis is to identify, invest and support founders in the overlooked rural market across rural Colorado.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Economic Development Administration that represents a forward-looking commitment to supercharging innovation across the nation, spurring cutting-edge technological investments, and creating 21st-century job opportunities.

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 2, 2023

207 Applications Approved for over $8 Million in Tax Credits to Support Investment in 28 Companies TRENTON, N.J. October 2, 2023) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) announced today that 28 emerging New Jersey technology businesses benefitted from $63.2

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Our 25th anniversary is not just a milestone – it’s a testament to the unwavering dedication of a community committed to innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth. billion in private capital raised : This demonstrates a $23-to-$1 ratio of private capital for every dollar of state funding invested in our services.

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 14, 2023

First Complete Cycle of Investment Under Novel State Program Benefits Newark Provider of HR Gaming Platform TRENTON, N.J. 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).

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Source Link

MARCH 30, 2022

Racial wealth disparity is a major barrier to thriving communities and economic growth. Creating inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems can help close the wealth gap , as entrepreneurship offers one of the greatest opportunities for personal wealth building. Make your ecosystem inclusive. Make your ecosystem adaptable.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 11, 2023

$43 million invested to foster regional collaboration to support the economic growth of communities through innovation Universities, nonprofits, businesses and other organizations across the U.S. “These awardees are part of the fabric of NSF’s vision to create opportunities everywhere and enable innovation anywhere.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 1, 2017

Sharon Oberlander, a wealth management advisor with Merrill Lynch and long-time mentor to women entrepreneurs and executives, shares her thoughts on what women in business should know about investing, retirement and personal finance. Do you think it’s too late to invest in this market or do you expect the rally to continue?

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

MARCH 21, 2024

Pictured left to right: Barry Snyder, Erin Kerner, Bob Dornich (TechCelerator Coach), Michael Irvin “We are thrilled to witness the success of these promising startups and their potential to drive economic growth in the Erie region,” remarked Brian Slawin, Portfolio Manager for Ben Franklin CNP.

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American Entrepreneurship

APRIL 19, 2023

real estate equity platform expands with focus on Life Sciences and STEM workforces The ongoing growth of life science and STEM-based industries is presenting opportunities for real estate investment, according to Barings, one of the world’s largest diversified real estate investment managers. Barings’ $13.1+ and Europe.

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OurCrowd

JANUARY 28, 2022

Top investment opportunities Startup of the Week: AEYE Health: Saving eyesight with AI Meet the stars of SpaceTech investing on Jan. Meet the Stars of SpaceTech investing on Jan. Is SpaceTech the next investing frontier? raised last year and triple the amount invested in 2020. Learn More.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

(February 15, 2024) – To respond to challenges faced by New Jersey technology and biotechnology companies in raising capital, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) is launching monthly Innovation Programs Office Hours to highlight programs offered by the Authority to stimulate the innovation economy.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The United States is the land of opportunity, where anyone with an idea can bring it to market. This philosophy has fueled America’s growth and prosperity and made the U.S. Acquisition is an attractive and common exit opportunity that contributes to the health of our economy. the global leader of innovation. With the U.S.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 26, 2024

(March 22, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) today presented the inaugural New Jersey Global Economic Index, a report that highlights, ranks, and analyzes the sources of foreign direct investment (FDI) into New Jersey. The full report can be found online here.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 22, 2022

The United States and partner nations across the Western Hemisphere came together at the ninth Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles to forge regional agreements and partnerships on subjects from green jobs to COVID-19 aid and economic growth. To spur economic growth with partner nations, Vice President Harris announced more than $1.9

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JUNE 21, 2023

BFTP/CNP, in collaboration with local partners, has been supporting and empowering these entrepreneurs through investment, guidance, and outreach initiatives such as our Big Idea Contest, Incubator program, and TechCelerator Boot Camp.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 30, 2024

WHAT: The planned NJGF will make clean energy investments to help facilitate an equitable energy transition in the State. Please note that an RFEI response is not a formal application for funding nor a binding intent to pursue investment opportunities that may be made available through the NJGF in the future.

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Impact Hub

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

A female-focused fintech, Shecluded aims to empower finance for all women by providing them with access to loans, learning opportunities and support to scale their businesses. Stay tuned to find out more about the final investment event , which will be held be held from March 8 to 11. account, one of the lowest rates in the world.

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American Entrepreneurship

APRIL 16, 2024

(April 15, 2024) – Last week, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board approved the creation of the New Jersey Green Bank (NJGB), which will make investments in the clean energy sector that will help advance the state’s efforts to make an equitable transition to 100 percent clean energy.

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Source Link

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Geography does not determine success—it may surface some unique challenges, but it also gives unique opportunities. Talent seeks opportunities, and opportunities can (and must) be created. Fast internet is not just a nice thing to have, it is truly an economic imperative for of our communities in the middle.

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AsiaTechDaily

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

This will be used to strengthen venture capital ecosystems and invest in early-stage companies in order to address development challenges through technological innovations in climate, health care, education, agriculture, e-commerce, and other sectors.

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Angel Capital Association

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This is the time of year when we reach out to our angel community seeking nominations for both the Angel Capital Association’s FY 2025 Board of Directors and committee volunteers to help ACA continue to grow and support our work on angel investing. Entrepreneurs are the engine to economic growth and Angels are the fuel for that engine.

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Angel Capital Association

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This is the time of year when ACA reaches out to our angel community seeking nominations for both the Angel Capital Association’s FY 2025 Board of Directors and committee volunteers to help ACA continue to grow and support our work on angel investing. Entrepreneurs are the engine to economic growth and Angels are the fuel for that engine.

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Angel Capital Association

MAY 11, 2022

It’s so important for angel investors to have the opportunity to talk about those critical issues where policy and progress intersect,” said Pat. The program has been successful and has influenced capital formation and investment in early stage startups across the country.

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American Entrepreneurship

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The creation of this program will address various difficulties that continue to be a constant burden to emerging developers, which limit opportunities to expand their portfolios. “As There are 169 designated Opportunity Zones and three GRMs, including Atlantic City, Paterson, and Trenton.

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TechCrunch

JULY 22, 2021

The world of venture capital investing is a relatively small one, and relationship-based to boot. The company, founded by Samir Kaji and Hana Yang in February 2021, is developing an approach to venture capital fund investing that provides a way for investors of any size to participate. Enter Allocate.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 7, 2024

Established in September 2023, the DFAB works to increase access to institutional capital for women- and minority-owned startups, providing knowledge, guidance, and insights on ways to best increase capital, access, and investments in New Jersey’s diverse entrepreneurs.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

After working as an investment banker in Canada for a decade, Halima Iqbal moved back to Pakistan in 2017 and quickly realized how difficult it is for women to access financial services. “I This is a goldmine to create something valuable for the end user, as well as a business opportunity.” .

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