Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 23, 2021

Contributed by Jeff Meade, the founder and CEO of MEADE , a management consulting firm. All business scorecards should reflect a company’s finances, customer interactions, internal workflows, and growth/learning initiatives. Jeff Meade is the founder and CEO of MEADE , a management consulting firm.

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Startup Blogpost

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Michael Dion , Chief Finance Nerd, F9 Finance Leverage Tax Credits and Robust Payroll Systems One critical tax obligation that startups should be aware of is payroll taxes, which include federal and state income taxes, Social Security, and Medicare taxes that need to be withheld from employees’ wages.

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AsiaTechDaily

OCTOBER 11, 2023

With a background in cross-border deal advisory, knitting together experiences covering Fortune 500 companies from a structured finance perspective to impact-driven direct investing and consultancy for early to growth-stage companies in emerging markets, she brings a unique financial perspective to the world of tech startups.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 2, 2022

million in debt and grant financing from BPI France , the French government’s public investment bank. Having worked in a luxury firm, as an investment banker at JP Morgan and her own consulting firm, Bardet decided to start Susu in 2019. The equity raise saw participation mainly from angel investors, as the company also raised $1.2

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Evaluate investors thoroughly, not just based on the size of their check, but whether they can provide strategic advice and introductions that support your vision. Seek investor advice to strengthen your business model. He serves as the CEO of the boutique future-of-work consultancy Disaster Avoidance Experts.

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TechCrunch

MAY 12, 2021

million seed round, offers small to medium-sized game and app companies access to tools to manage their finances and capital to fuel their growth. To be clear, Sanlo is not an investor that’s taking an equity stake in the apps and games it finances. That is, Sanlo takes no ownership stake in the companies it finances.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Contributed by Noelle Fauver, marketing consultant and writer. . Whether it’s securing investment capital, marketing a concept, recruiting new talent or leaning on peers for support and advice, having a solid network can seriously work to your benefit. What makes an entrepreneur? Not sure how to network?

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TechCrunch

JULY 3, 2022

Van Leeuwen told TechCrunch that PINA was created because of the founders’ own challenges with personal finance. As a result, they wanted to make sure that all Indonesians have access to financial advice, not just people who are able to afford the fees and minimums charged by personal wealth advisors.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 24, 2021

In the rest of this newsletter, we will focus a lot on tactical advice for founders, from the money they raise to the peacock dance they might want to do one day. Clearbanc, a Toronto-based fintech startup that gives non-dilutive financing to businesses, has rebranded alongside a $100 million financing that valued it at $2 billion.

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Feedough

MARCH 22, 2021

They are responsible to: Develop the offering with independent R&D, Introduce the offering to the market, Advertise, market and build clientele, Manage the entire supply chain from sourcing to final delivery to the user, and Handle finances of the business. Consultant : They provide business advice and differ in their area/s of expertise.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 24, 2023

Erik previously worked on Wall Street as a VP for AIG investments and was a co-founder and consultant of other startups. It most recently raised $125 million in January and has raised more than $400 million to date. The last startup he co-founded before Blockstream was Dan’s Plan, a health tech company.

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David Teten VC

MARCH 21, 2024

The idea for Sydecar unfolded in my mind during my decade-long career as an attorney working in capital markets and then working directly with startups and VCs on financing events. Any manager who is considering raising under 506(c) should consult their legal counsel and / or fund administrator. How large is this risk?

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TechCrunch

JULY 19, 2022

Will the slow down affect their plans moving forward, and what advice can they offer early-stage founders contemplating their first venture play in a sluggish market? Arman Hezarkhani is the founder and CEO at Parthean, which offers a way to learn about and manage personal finances. Hezarkhani’s Parthean, raised $1.1

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Early-stage companies shouldn’t: outsource core product development, have consulting firms build it for them to speed up time-to-market, shouldn’t hire too many business people until product is complete and early product/market fit tested. Your first sales people should be consultative sellers who can fuel evangelical sales.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Launching today, wrkfrce will offer content, job postings and consulting services to help workers understand how to adapt and thrive in a remote-work environment. The strategy of targeted, niche advice blogs has worked well in categories that never lose importance, such as personal finance or mental wellness.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

AUGUST 2, 2021

Open the pathway to people of different backgrounds and experiences You might think that a career in venture capital has to be driven by a background in finance. Without any prior finance expertise, she managed to break traditional barriers and enter the world of venture capital. But that’s not necessarily true.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 31, 2017

In this example, debt financing (purchase order lending) makes the most sense. Does the company generate enough cash flow (profits) to support the payments that would be required to obtain debt financing? debt instruments can restrict the management from pursuing alternative financing options and non-core business opportunities.

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TechCrunch

MAY 8, 2023

A lot of my work as a consultant involves helping founders come up with a good fundraising story, but a surprising number of founders seem to get stuck on the next step: Finding the right investors and landing a meeting to pitch their companies. Are you in finance, healthcare, consumer hardware or climate tech? That’s a problem.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. Do you have any advice? They’re currently working in HR at LINQ , an edtech company that provides cloud-based administration and finance solutions for states, districts and schools. “HR

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Startup Blogpost

MAY 11, 2023

To understand the value of business consulting for startups, we reached out to CEOs, founders, and other business leaders for their insights. From understanding the bigger picture to breaking free from constraints, discover the top 14 benefits of business consulting for startups, as shared by these experienced professionals.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

I told people privately my perfect spec: computer science undergrad from MIT (or any other great school), 2-years at McKinsey but no more than that (I love the analytical framework that the top strategy consulting firms provide. My first job after college was as a developer at Andersen Consulting. MBA fine, but not required.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 11, 2016

The number one advice I give is “stop trying to be too smart”. Gregg was a graduate of Stanford and a Wharton MBA and had worked at the consulting firm BCG so I knew he was smart and capable. Importantly, we recently announced a $30 million financing that gives us the resources we need to build a global enterprise software company.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 17, 2021

Ryder was then a Maven “customer” for her following three pregnancies, using the platform for after-hours advice, virtual access to specialists or, more recently, guidance on how to prepare for a breech birth. Maven announced that it has raised $110 million in a Series D financing co-led by Dragoneer Investment Group and Lux Capital.

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TechCrunch

JULY 6, 2022

It’s a vital question, and it’s why we’ve invited three investors — who we think know their stuff — to share their insight and advice on the TechCrunch+ stage at TechCrunch Disrupt on October 18-20 in San Francisco. As a consultant at Bain and Company, Case worked with clients in technology, private equity and education.

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

They believe everyone’s advice. Entrepreneurs often struggle because they listen to others’ advice instead of their instincts. They ignore their finances. If you want to bring your vision to life, you need operational partners who can take care of the details and execute, especially when it comes to your finances.

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Startup Blogpost

JANUARY 19, 2024

Then, start digging into other expenses: startup expenses, consultants, HVAC, utilities, etc. I’ve used this same model on two startups, and when consulting other business owners. Therein lies realistic budgeting—not rigid austerity, but creatively working within our means, aligned by a common purpose more than strict finances.

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AsiaTechDaily

JANUARY 30, 2023

Register Joseph Lee has a strong track record in the finance industry throughout his career to date. Between 2006 and 2015, I joined one of the leading Islamic banks in the world, Kuwait Finance House, as the pioneering team to set up its Private Equity Division in Asia.

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StartupNation

OCTOBER 5, 2020

It could be a consulting business or selling cars, life insurance, or even vacuum cleaners door to door. The simplest way to “bootstrap” (start a company with minimal finances) is to identify, share, consult or teach, and scale. I took this path to create an eight-figure global consulting and hosting company.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

This should come as no surprise, given that fintech combines two sectors traditionally dominated by men: finance and technology. My first piece of advice is to leverage your own community and support network, especially any mentors and role models you may have, to introduce you to potential investors. Get funded, as a woman.

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David Teten VC

JULY 27, 2021

The Kauffman Foundation found 47% of US tech founders held degrees in STEM while 34% held degrees in business, finance, and accounting. Working closely with these investors early-on is good preparation for future rounds of financing and usually a good point of entry into the VC financing world. Free consulting.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 12, 2021

“This tax language allowed us to launch in Spain in 4 months with only one tax consultant. “Therefore, in the future we want to be a trusted financial advisor not just for taxes, but for personal finances as well. . We are confident that we can launch a new country in only 6 months.” ” Boast.ai

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Jason Malki

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Looking ahead, I envision Happie evolving into a comprehensive wellness retreat — a sanctuary where individuals can benefit from a multitude of services like nutritional consulting, yoga, meditation, body work, and counseling. Be prepared for unexpected costs and plan your finances carefully. Don’t hesitate to ask for help.

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NZ Entrepreneur

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Hence, I declared myself a consultant, and the gods smiled upon me. It’s not always successful, but by saying you are also seeking advice on declaring bankruptcy will usually buy you another week or two.”. That was 30 years ago,” Manly reveals. Size up past mistakes and map the road ahead.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 31, 2017

Utilizing a financial model is a meaningful analysis, as strategy and finance go hand in hand. Navigating the road to successful capital raising can be a roller coaster, but proper preparation and advice can help you create the optimal structure for you and the company. So plan for that.”.

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 14, 2014

It was 2009 and it was terribly difficult to get any financing (if you can remember a time like that!) Adam had a full time startup and then was doing consulting (he later raised a VC fund). They have raised company profiles and made follow-on financings easier. We had a specific goal in mind.

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AsiaTechDaily

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Prior to The Hive Southeast Asia, I was previously in a fund under MAVCAP and has worked in a Private Equity investment and consultancy firm based in Beijing, China, focusing on consumer, TMT and healthcare. Early-stage financing between RM500,000 to RM5 million. Additionally, can overseas headquartered startups get funding from you?

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Berkonomics

APRIL 26, 2018

If fixed expenses, especially payroll, are paid out before cash is received from services or shipments, the company is financing its growth with ever-increasing working capital needs. Many great businesses in their growth periods find themselves stretched for cash.

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