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5 tips for scaling your green startup during a funding drought

TechCrunch

Whether it’s dedicated impact funds or value-based venture capital firms, funders tend to back companies that have demonstrated their ability to scale. Due diligence is not about checking off boxes or completing paperwork; it’s about creating long-lasting value for you, the portfolio company.

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Small Business Resources Essential for Starting a Business

American Entrepreneurship

As part of the registration process, some states offer programs and training specifically focusing on those just starting a business. Business Incubators and Accelerators : Incubators offer entrepreneurs and startups workspaces that are typically below market rates. Full list of U.S. Accelerators found h ere.

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8 investors, founders and execs predict cybersecurity, fintech will take Belfast by storm

TechCrunch

INI is a big support and funder. What are the tech investors like in Belfast? What’s their focus? There are a number of VCs/funds that are generally linked to each other and Invest NI. Catalyst are a not-for-profit support who are possibly the most valuable in the whole system.

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