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BE 2.0: Lead by Example – Turning Feedback into Growth

Paul G. Silva

Our board chairman called me in for a conversation. My standing with the board didn’t just recoverit soared. In our next post, we’ll explore how mentorship and coaching unlock the full potential of those around you. His message was clear and direct: I wasn’t paying enough attention to our financials.

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The Veteran Fund Announces Oversubscribed Fund and $100K Competition Winner

American Entrepreneurship

Sutton, an entrepreneur, is a Board Member of YPO, a global leadership community of extraordinary chief executives, and the Nevada Policy Research Institute. The Fund’s oversubscription and portfolio performance positions it and its partners to launch a much larger Venture Fund ll.

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BE 2.0: Why Culture Matters More Than Strategy

Paul G. Silva

We had two simple core values: Help entrepreneurs succeed Fun is key to success These values were put to the test when we faced a common challenge in the mentorship world. But our board chairman asked a simple question: “Is filling out forms fun? It seemed logicalbetter matching would help entrepreneurs succeed, right?

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Tyler Bosmeny built Clever into a $500M company–now he’s helping YC founders do the same as General Partner

Y Combinator

I can’t wait for all YC founders to benefit from his mentorship and land those crucial first customers faster. We couldn’t be more excited to have Tyler on board. Welcome to YC, Tyler!

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NJEDA Board Approves Two Programs to Advance New Jersey’s Leadership in Artificial Intelligence

American Entrepreneurship

March 18, 2025) Last week, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board approved the creation of the Next New Jersey Program – AI and the AI Innovation Challenge Administration Grant Program. Winners will also receive mentorship and advisory support from the Administrators network of subject matter experts.

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How to Communicate Impact Metrics to Investors

StartupNation

Post-round, the same metrics framework became our quarterly board template, saving hours of prep. John Pennypacker , VP of Marketing & Sales, Deep Cognition Image by freepik Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Find free courses, mentorship, networking and grants created just for small businesses. Tips for other founders: 1.

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20 Years As a CEO: What I Wish I Knew Then

StartupNation

Twenty years ago, I kickstarted the company with only one employee on board. Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Find free courses, mentorship, networking and grants created just for small businesses. ” Create traditions and rituals (also, don’t shy away from internal jokes). Live your values together. We call it the ETC family.