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Why every VC should spend a month with an accelerator

TechCrunch

However, I believe that accelerators can be the glue bringing the two together. I’ve participated in a number of accelerators, including Disney and Techstars, and these programs gave me a noticeable advantage when I stepped into VC. Accelerators are hubs for diversity. Boost serendipitous, strategic meetings.

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Free Money for Student Tech Founders

David Teten VC

Starting a new business as a student is daunting. How can you get free money and other support for your business idea? . We have collected a wide range of freebies, contests, accelerators, online communities, and VCs designed for student tech founders. 3) Accelerators. Right here. million in cash and prizes.

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Small Business Resources Essential for Starting a Business

American Entrepreneurship

Three examples are: The annual FedEx Small Business Contest gives $30,000 in grants to the top ten grand prize winners. Check your state’s agencies such as those for economic development and others for programs, as well as seek out information on licenses, permits, regulations, and incentives that may be required to start a business.

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Why does a16z need its own Y Combinator?

TechCrunch

For over a year, Andreessen Horowitz has quietly piloted its own take on an accelerator for early-stage entrepreneurs, and today, the firm announced the program’s official debut. In exchange for an unannounced percentage of ownership, “a16z START” will offer early-stage founders up to $1 million in venture capital.

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The corporate venture comeback: What startups considering CVC need to know

TechCrunch

Corporate venture capital investments (CVCs) now represent more than a fifth of global venture. The bigger slice of the funding pie comes as founders have to navigate a more uncertain capital landscape. At Wayra, we’ve adapted our strategy a number of times to ensure that we evolve as the startup ecosystem does.

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New Jersey announces $10M seed fund aimed at Black and Latinx founders

TechCrunch

Also in Austin, DivInc is a nonprofit pre-accelerator that holds 12-week programs for underrepresented tech founders. Zakiya Smith Ellis, chief policy advisor to Gov. Disclosure: Verizon is TechCrunch’s parent company ). .” ” On the diversity front, 2020 may prove a tipping point.

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Antler Elevate Fund Raises $285M to Propel Growth-Stage Startups

AsiaTechDaily

Register Antler , a business incubator and startup accelerator based in Singapore, has successfully raised $285 million for its emerging growth fund, Antler Elevate. Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet?

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