TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Many startups are feeling the pressure in today’s uncertain economic climate, but for SaaS companies, the next 12 months could present major opportunities for growth: 70% of small and mid-size businesses (SMBs) globally are reporting higher investments in technology this year, according to Gartner Digital Markets.

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David Teten VC

MARCH 21, 2024

However, because of the additional information burden we almost lost a few larger, more sophisticated investors that did not want to be bothered for a relatively small investment.” While pursuing my legal career, I began investing behind some of my clients and worked hard to build a small LP base. Read the full letter here.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 23, 2021

Contributed by Jeff Meade, the founder and CEO of MEADE , a management consulting firm. Chances are strong that you used the pandemic as an opportunity to reset your business and redefine success. Calculating your business ratio will show you how much money you can put into strategic investments.

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David Teten VC

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

We’ll discuss Versatile VC ‘s strategy, how we see the market, and some of the opportunities we think are exciting. For example, we’re investors (via prior funds) in alternative data, investment research, administrative tools, alternatives marketplaces, and marketing tech to help gather assets.We

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 5, 2024

How to Run a Company With Two 10-Minute Weekly Meetings and Post-It Notes Barry Raber (EO Portland), a serial entrepreneur and CEO of real estate investment firm Business Property Trust , shared his insights on how to keep team meetings short and sweet with an effective system that fosters collaboration and engagement. But the No.1

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 15, 2023

Miranda Naiman, a 7-year EO Tanzania member and an unstoppable force for good, is the founder of Empower , a disruptive consulting firm that passionately provides talent, advisory and insight services to clients across the African continent. Overcoming negative thoughts is part of what makes us human; we are imperfect, after all.

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Startup Blogpost

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Kate Kandefer , CEO, SEOwind Understand Your Investment’s Tax Implications You may withdraw your original investment without incurring any taxes. The initial investment that you make in your company is referred to as your “basis,” although many individuals are unaware of this fact.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 7, 2021

How to win consulting, board and deal roles with PE and VC funds. If you want outside capital, VCs will chase after you to invest. At my prior firm, ff Venture Capital, we invested in a company co-founded by Nate Jenkins , who had a successful exit, but not quite enough to buy a private plane. Consulting. David Teten.

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TechCrunch

JULY 3, 2022

While many of Indonesia’s investment apps are focused on hooking first-time investors with low fees and starting deposits, PINA is targeting the middle-to-upper classes with wealth management services. PINA is among several Indonesian investment apps that have recently raised venture capital.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 6, 2020

Pinterest has forever changed our consultation game. Nothing will ever replace an in-person, customized consultation where a professional can feel your hair, assess the damage and recommend the correct products for you to use. Growth naturally comes with obstacles and opportunities. Can you share any specifics?

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TechCrunch

MARCH 22, 2023

She connects people with the businesses and opportunities that expand their lives. Dear Sophie: Last-minute H-1Bs, O-1A & EB-1A extraordinary credential prep Here’s another edition of “Ask Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. Come for a visit!

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Impact Hub

MARCH 25, 2024

The hub’s approach revolves around creating opportunities and benefits for women, young people, and people of colour. The programme aims to strengthen organisations, facilitate community engagement, and increase visibility, offering tailored support and funding opportunities.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 28, 2023

Most founders are so laser-focused on convincing investors to invest that they don’t fully consider the due diligence process that comes after. While many VCs are flexible, particularly at an early stage, there are situations where you will face a deeper process, involving specialist external consultants.

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AsiaTechDaily

DECEMBER 24, 2022

The amount was double the investment that HEAL expected to receive in the funding round that was immediately followed by Fund II that hopes to raise $350–500 million. Achieving double our initial fundraising target with our first fund is a testament to the faith of our investors in our management team and investment proposition.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 27, 2020

The best business advice I was given was in my year 10 woodwork class by my teacher—who was teaching woodwork to boys who were both frivolous and quick to make decisions on cutting into beautiful pieces of timber. The best advice I have ever received came from one of my mentors from the US. Demi Markogiannaki—founder at WeTeachMe.

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Top brand consultancies and naming agencies charge five- or even six-digit fees to develop company names. But there are at least three reasons to invest in getting it right: The right name can give you a leg up. What’s behind those price tags, and what’s a less expensive approach to finding the perfect name for your company?

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David Teten VC

AUGUST 20, 2019

A new wave of Revenue-Based Investors are emerging who are using creative investing structures with some of the upside of traditional VC, but some of the downside protection of debt. Revenue-Based Investing (“RBI”) is a new form of VC financing, distinct from the preferred equity structure most VCs use. of venture capital deals.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 3, 2023

Good advice for marketing mercenaries, but keep those pitches straight — reporters know when we’re being sold to, and the FTC isn’t messing around. To learn more about the opportunities they’re chasing and discover how climate change is shaping their investment thesis, he surveyed: Daniela V.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 27, 2023

” In comparison, what if you spent months more perfecting it and eventually missed the opportunity or burned yourself out to the point of quitting? Every setback is an opportunity to learn and grow. Lead generation, consulting on the phone, following up with emails within the same day—all of it matters.

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AsiaTechDaily

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Additionally, GCCEI offers consultation, and PMF( product-market fit ) derivation, matches startups with accelerator companies, funds them, and organizes networking events. In addition, the “CEO Club” is operated for networking among companies and provides programs such as legal, investment attraction, IR consulting, etc.,

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AsiaTechDaily

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

I have been working for more than ten years as a certified player agent for the Korea Football Association and as a performance consultant for professional soccer players and elite athletes. China’s government is actively investing in the development of soccer, and numerous soccer-related initiatives and teams are emerging.

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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. We discussed how the current macroenvironment is impacting Bitcoin-focused businesses and where Erik sees the most opportunities for startups today.

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AsiaTechDaily

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In 2021, when Syed Haizam Jamalullail launched The Hive Southeast Asia, I saw opportunities in learning and collaborating from such an esteemed group from Silicon Valley, hence I joined the company back in 2021. Aside from The Hive, I have a family office with my other half, and we do several angel investments here and there.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Peyton Carr is a financial adviser to founders, entrepreneurs and their families, helping them with planning and investing. Of course, remember that this is not tax advice. Prior to making any tax decisions, you should consult with your CPA or tax adviser. Peyton Carr. Contributor. Share on Twitter. How shareholders are taxed.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Year-in, year-out, the gender gap in venture capital investment continues to be a problem women founders face. In fintech, the problem is especially prominent: Women-founded fintechs have raised a meager 1% of total fintech investment in the last 10 years. of total investment dollars. More posts by this contributor.

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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”. Most VCs did well academically and had enough career success that a venture firm was willing to give them an investment role or they were able to raise their own fund. Marketing departments, software partners and investors have now woken up to this opportunity.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 4, 2023

.” Martinez goes well beyond basic best practices: drawing from experience, he explains how he deals with meeting overload and why “performance consultants are golden” if you want to scale quickly. How you invest your time is just as important as how you invest your money Who’s #OpenToWork? Thanks very much for reading!

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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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David Teten VC

JULY 27, 2021

At Versatile VC, we particularly like investing in “dual-PhD” problems, at the intersection of multiple domains. Some of the greatest areas of innovation opportunity are at the intersection of sectors historically segregated , e.g., computational biology. Participants have the opportunity to receive prizes reaching $40,000.

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Onevest

MAY 12, 2015

Let’s explore: Curation focused startups and businesses in 2015 Curated startups and investment opportunities Curated investors The State of Curation in 2015 The get rich quick crew quickly carved out a tragic pitfall for amateur online entrepreneurs. Curation is critical for investors seeking investment opportunities.

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TechCrunch

MAY 10, 2021

“And I fundamentally believe now that the right opportunity is the distribution on TikTok, as well as influencers. I think that combination of TikTok being the new distribution channel is going to be a massive opportunity — and that’s what we’re trying to leverage,” Kaplan says. million in funding.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 17, 2021

She connects people with the businesses and opportunities that expand their lives. Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. More posts by this contributor. Dear Sophie: What are the pros and cons of the H-1B, O-1A and EB-1A?

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Secrets to Gaining Admission to the World’s Topic Universities,” and is CEO of Crimson Education , a university admissions consulting company. Young aspiring entrepreneurs apply for Y Combinator in the hopes of receiving seed funding, mentorship and networking opportunities to help create the next unicorn. Share on Twitter.

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StartupNation

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Consulting and blogging are some of the best businesses to start with little money , since they require very little initial investment and can be scaled up easily. This may quickly lead to a stranglehold on new opportunities and undermine your efforts to expand your market share. Establish efficient communication channels.

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StartupNation

MARCH 19, 2021

The impact the coronavirus pandemic has had on American job loss has more individuals ditching the standard corporate 9 to 5 and seeking out entrepreneurship opportunities where they have more control of their own destiny. When a business is faced with conflict, it is an opportunity to learn, grow and advance.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 28, 2016

You need investment to grow but don’t want to give up ownership. Steer clear of any accelerator and incubator programs that invest in their participant businesses but also take ownership. For business owners who dislike consultants, peer groups offer an alternative. It’s an investment in yourself and your business.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 13, 2023

From starting with an in-depth strategy to approaching marketing spending correctly, these experts provide invaluable advice on how to navigate the complex world of startup marketing. It’s crucial for entrepreneurs to invest in a deep dive into strategy first, even before their business plan.

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