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Is it time for a Common App for startup founders?

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The venture firm, which just closed a $150 million fund in May 2022 , is launching what it describes as a common application for pre-seed startup founders. Here’s how it works: Afore Capital has an accelerator-like program, Afore Alpha, that offers a standard pre-seed deal to founders.

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Don’t go it alone: Incubators and accelerators help build lifelong relationships

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One way to build that camaraderie is through incubators and accelerator programs. It’s easy to spin your wheels as a startup founder without help, and connecting with a startup-focused group is a good way to find people who are in a similar position, Segneri said. That’s the purpose of joining one of these programs.

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Boston offers a world of advantages for startup founders

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It needs a couple of successful exits, which in turn drives angel investing as entrepreneurs growing increasingly wealthy look to help new founders building companies reach their own goals. It requires accelerators and incubators and coworking spaces to help nurture early ideas, and it needs VC firms investing across stages.

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Startup founders are trying to automate the worst part of the job: Fundraising

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Shapiro sees the platform as filling a gap in a marketplace dominated by accelerators that offer a standard deal and programming in exchange for equity. Afore Ventures launched a common app program back in January; as of eight weeks ago, it has received 1,600 startup applications, or around 200 applications a week.

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YC’s Michael Seibel clarifies some misconceptions about the accelerator

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He has opinions on bigger batch sizes , a growing standard deal , competition, the power of venture capital and why startup founders should be prioritizing more than just a check after Demo Day. Michael Seibel is synonymous with Y Combinator’s growth over the past decade. The questions and answers were edited lightly for clarity.

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Gyeonggi Business & Science Accelerator Discusses Startup Cooperation Initiative Centered on Pangyo Techno Valley with India’s Economic Visiting Group

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On that day, GBSA presented a startup cluster at Pangyo Techno Valley. The Indian delegation asked questions about the government’s role in the growth of startups and the direction and policies of the accelerator programs. GBSA then shared examples of startup companies in Pangyo Techno Valley entering the global market.

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Inside 500: How Their Accelerator Helped Me Grow My Accounting-as-a-Service Company and Raise $2 Million

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The idea for Back Office came from a pain point I encountered with each startup: the one thing I hated with each company — and put off doing. The post Inside 500: How Their Accelerator Helped Me Grow My Accounting-as-a-Service Company and Raise $2 Million appeared first on 500 Startups.