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Steve Case Testifies on Expanding Access to Capital Across America

Revolution

Each of these represents a significant governmental effort to strengthen American competitiveness by affirming the idea that cities can be renewed and rise again if they develop a vibrant startup culture. Startups are the lifeblood of our economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and fueling growth in red and blue communities nationwide.

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Interview: James Burnes, Ministry of Awesome

NZ Entrepreneur

Watch/listen to the Interview: In this interview Richard Liew talks with James Burnes , Chief Executive at Ministry of Awesome , a Christchurch New Zealand based startup hub helping high growth startups throughout New Zealand to start, grow and scale up. James Burnes: Electrify Aotearoa is the New Zealand Women Founders Summit.

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The unusual story of an unusual company – Melanie Langlotz and Geo AR Games 

NZ Entrepreneur

Following many years working in the often tumultuous and unforgiving film and television industry focused on visual effects, Mel’s big idea popped up after finding herself at a midlife crossroads, having undertaken the challenge of a degree in entrepreneurship and business, and wondering what lay beyond the medium she had worked in for so long. “I

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Master of Customer Acquisition, Matt Coffin, On Startups …

Both Sides of the Table

I recently sat down with Matt Coffin , the founder of LowerMyBills, which sold for $400 million but was very nearly a bankruptcy only a few years early, and talked “startups.&#. Matt is one of the most transparent, focused & honest startup guys you’ll meet. On Entrepreneurship: What makes a great entrepreneur?

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beSUCCESS Media spotlights the vibrant Korean startup ecosystem at BEYOND Expo in Macau

AsiaTechDaily

At the BEYOND Expo, beSUCCESS Media presented the company’s efforts to support Korean startups at the Korea Tech Reception, a gathering of leading media and tech companies from Asia and worldwide. The company operates various platforms and initiatives to foster entrepreneurship and innovation.

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Forsite Capital Closes Sixth Fund, focusing on Healthcare and Life Science Startups

American Entrepreneurship

With the recent closing of its Sixth fund of $900 million, the firm stands on a record of 47 IPOs, 28 mergers and acquisitions, and 58 FDA drug approvals since its founding in 2011. The post Forsite Capital Closes Sixth Fund, focusing on Healthcare and Life Science Startups appeared first on American Entrepreneurship Today®.

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Forget Presidential Politics: Here’s How We Create Jobs — And How You Can Help

Gust

As a business lawyer working with startups in technology and digital media every day, I’m fortunate to have a front-row seat as entrepreneurs create value out of thin air. Granted most startups will never become another Apple or Google. The Startup Visa movement is aimed at a pain point that is near and dear to my heart.