The Zapier Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Drives innovation: AI automation is a powerful R&D assistant. The upshot of bringing AI automation into the R&D fold is a significantly faster innovation cycle, products that are often better designed and more thoroughly vetted, and a quicker journey from that initial "what if?" " to a market-ready solution.

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The Zapier Blog

JULY 10, 2025

That's where a meeting minutes template comes in handy—to ensure you track the most actionable and helpful notes that boards and other teams need to get their work done. Formal meeting minutes template Download template Best for: executive meetings, board meetings Have you ever been in a meeting and thought, "Am I underdressed?"

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Revolution

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Hear her takes on fundable companies in the space and what sustainable protein innovators she thinks will come out ahead. What we did: Revolution Ventures Partner, Clara Sieg , headed south to the Peach State to judge the 2023 Venture Atlanta pitch competition. Read highlights from the annual meeting. Where we went: New York, New York?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 18, 2020

You can expect to see families invest in toys, to keep their children occupied, as well as board games, projects and puzzles that can be done as a family in the evening and on weekends. Hasbro , which currently has five of the 10 top-selling board games on Amazon, has major potential here. Virtual and Video Tools. What am I missing?

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Andreessen Horowitz

MAY 6, 2024

For Founders Make It Make Sense Venture capital is where innovation meets investment. Executives could be preparing for a big board meeting, quarterly earnings calls, or managing very large teams. Staying informed and engaged with the latest innovations, industry shifts, and the broader startup ecosystem is key.

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American Entrepreneurship

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Board will work to increase capital to minority-owned startups, create diverse innovation economy WOODBRIDGE, N.J. The board will provide knowledge, guidance, and insights on ways to best increase capital, access, and investments in New Jersey’s diverse entrepreneurs.

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Angel Capital Association

JANUARY 8, 2024

More importantly, without you, our economy would be weakened and society’s ability to innovate would be stunted. In 2023 we: Saw a successful ACA Summit with more angels, more sessions and fantastic reviews for valuable experiences among attendees. In 2023: 160+ individuals earned the Basics of Angel Investing certificate.

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AsiaTechDaily

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Register According to the “2022-2024 Global Semiconductor Revenue Forecast” report released in April 2023 by Gartner, a global IT research and consulting firm, the semiconductor market is expected to decline in 2023 due to declining demand for electronic products and oversupply of semiconductors.

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Angel Capital Association

OCTOBER 17, 2023

ACA also became part of the innovation ecosystem in Washington, DC, partnering with other organizations and joining White House and other Obama administration initiatives to shine a light on entrepreneurship. What We’ve Done So Far This Year 2023 has been extremely busy for ACA.

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NZ Entrepreneur

DECEMBER 20, 2022

A number of startups and entrepreneurial initiatives working to address challenges in the transport sector have been approved for funding in round one of the Waka Kotahi Hoe ki angitū- Innovation Fund , with a second round of challenges now announced. It will support a range of private and non-government sector innovators and innovations.

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AsiaTechDaily

JULY 7, 2023

The acquisition will support businesses throughout the region in enhancing their innovation capabilities and successfully launching and expanding new ventures. program, a SGD 20 million initiative introduced by the Singapore Economic Development Board.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Our goal was to support unparalleled innovation in white spaces that have the capacity to break through and succeed in the market,” said Piyush Jain, Maesa CEO. To honor its entrepreneurial roots, the program’s goal was to elevate entrepreneurs from under-served communities through a range of support.

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Funding supports innovative technology companies that are taking community banks into the future. Strategic investment fund BankTech Ventures invests in companies that are developing innovative technologies that enhance the ability of community banks to serve their customers. as of December 31, 2022, according to the FDIC.

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Campaign Monitor

APRIL 19, 2023

Consumers’ use of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technology is a novel trend that seems to be scaling upward lately — such a trend, what some may view as a fleeting fad, may be the next big, innovative opportunity for marketers across the globe to engage customers, both new and current.

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American Entrepreneurship

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The current round was oversubscribed and follows a $50M Series A round in April 2023—bringing total funding raised in 2023 to $90M. The post Dedicated ransomeware platform Halycon gains $40M Series B Round for Innovation appeared first on American Entrepreneurship Today®.

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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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TechCrunch

AUGUST 19, 2021

Steven Kramer, board member and former EVP of Hybris, said via email that over the past two decades, the e-commerce industry went through several waves of innovation. Nacelle gives organizations a future-proof way to accelerate their innovation, leverage existing investments and do so with material ROI.”.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 20, 2023

May 22, 2023) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board made several key program and policy approvals during its May meeting, including its first awards of residential projects under the Aspire Program, additional funding for the Authority’s child care programming, and record-breaking investments in venture capital.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

February 8, 2023 ) – Joseph L. DPP, a nonprofit public/private organization, leads Delaware’s efforts to attract, grow and retain businesses; build a stronger entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem; and support employers in place-marketing Delaware to potential employees. WILMINGTON, Del.

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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). I look forward to seeing the next step for 1Huddle and future companies approved under the Innovation Evergreen Fund.”

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Tackle says it plans to use its new funding to accelerate the execution of its product roadmap, scale its go-to-market (GTM) teams, expand its global reach, and continue to innovate. The investor joined Tackle’s board when his firm led the startup’s Series B round, and sees it as a category leader.

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Angel Capital Association

DECEMBER 6, 2023

For Immediate Release 2023 Angel Funders Report Released Overland Park, KS (December 6, 2023) – The Angel Capital Association (ACA) has released the Angel Funders Report for 2023. The AFR continues to be the definitive source of angel investing in North America. Read more online.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 17, 2024

May 8, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board today designated Netflix Inc. I’m grateful to see Netflix making this commitment to help the next stages of the innovative revitalization of Fort Monmouth. This is historic. I commend the Murphy administration, particularly the EDA, for a job well done.”

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American Entrepreneurship

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Raleigh, NC – September 19, 2023 — Pryon , the pioneer in bringing AI to knowledge management, today announced that it closed a $100 million Series B investment led by Thomas Tull’s US Innovative Technology Fund (USIT). In order for the U.S. For more information, or to request a demo, visit pryon.com.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 7, 2024

Meeting highlights Governor’s commitment to equity and inclusion in New Jersey’s innovation economy TRENTON, N.J.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 21, 2023

June 21, 2023) – In May , the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board approved five grant applications totaling more than $3.7 Fiordaliso, President, New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. TRENTON, N.J. million under the Authority’s Offshore Wind Workforce and Skills Development Grant Challenge (Grant Challenge).

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Lester touts the company’s success as “the first major disruptive innovation in the soda category in over 40 years since Coca-Cola launched Diet Coke in 1981.”. This year and 2023 will also include an increase in research and partnerships, Goodwin said.

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Andreessen Horowitz

DECEMBER 22, 2023

There will be pressure and scrutiny but can you depend on yourself to go put some points on the board? The Cultural Leadership Fund is excited to continue to highlight this intersection of culture and tech, and think about new waves of innovation and creation. Kevin also reflected on making sure we all do something with the ball.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Third Rock is committed to cultivating the next generation of innovators in biotech and ensuring that we are doing all that we can to help under-represented communities find a way to our industry.” In addition to financial support Third Rock will also serve as a leading voice on the Project Onramp National Advisory Board.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 25, 2024

TravelPerk continues to innovate, integrating AI across the product stack to deliver a world-class experience for customers and travelers. TravelPerk was co-founded in 2015 by a highly seasoned entrepreneurial innovation team. Within the enormous global business travel market, SMBs have remained a largely underserved segment.

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Jason Malki

JANUARY 23, 2023

He is wrapping up his undergraduate studies at Sacramento State studying Management Information Systems, he’ll graduate in Spring 2023. What major trends do you expect to see in technology innovation over the next 5 years that excites you? He hopes to find a fulltime position in venture capital after graduation.

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Impact Hub

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The first cohort kicked off in July 2022 and will graduate in March 2023. . welcomes powerful women of color to hold monthly conversations on topics like innovation, networking and self-care. To enable inclusive and sustainable innovation – at scale. . The workshops cover key topics meant to aid in business development.

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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. For more information, visit www.rev1ventures.com.

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Angel Capital Association

JULY 10, 2023

In fact, winning the Hans Severiens Award at the 2023 ACA Summit of Angel Investing is a validation of his profound efforts to grow and support angel investing nationally through the Angel Capital Association as well as the community in which he works.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 24, 2022

It’s also teasing a Series B round coming next year — which it anticipates being one of 2023’s largest B rounds in Europe in the alternative proteins industry (for some context, another European startup, Planted, raised a $72M Series B round earlier this fall ). Heura’s plant-based ‘chicken’ hits UK shops.

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Angel Capital Association

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Author: John Harbison , Chairman Emeritus of Tech Coast Angels and ACA Board Member. This raises a serious concern about how many currently active Angel Investors would no longer qualify to make investments in early-stage companies, and what that will do to stifle innovation and slow our economy. million in funding.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JUNE 21, 2023

The Ben Franklin program has been investing in tech startups for nearly 40 years, allocating capital to help catalyze economic growth, empower local entrepreneurs, and elevate rural Pennsylvania’s position as a hub for innovation.

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