Ecosystem Builder Hub

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

There’s nothing like the presence of a catalyst to ignite a system. They are complex systems, and complex systems defy planning – often in favor of spontaneous catalysts that start wonderful chain reactions. Sometimes small events, act as catalysts for unexpected – but huge results. It was 2016.

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TechCrunch

JULY 14, 2021

Commenting in a statement, Georgiadis said: “Evvy is breaking boundaries to advance women’s health with more affordable and comprehensive testing starting with its vaginal microbiome metagenomics test.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The round is being co-led by General Catalyst and the Mayo Clinic, with AVG Basecamp Fund, Accenture Ventures, Clocktower Technology Ventures, Dolby Family Ventures, Flyover Capital, KCRise Fund, NextGen Venture Partners and Wavemaker Three-Sixty Health also participating.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 17, 2024

With the right mindset, they can be the catalyst for uncovering unique opportunities and achieving remarkable success. Remember, constraints can inspire innovation.

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TechCrunch

MAY 6, 2021

Well, a report released today by data research organization Briter Bridges and global inclusive tech accelerator Catalyst Fund is punching above its weight to offer a holistic representation to the darling sector of these three markets: fintech. Image Credits: Briter Bridges & Catalyst Fund. Such a task is Herculean.

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This is going to be BIG.

DECEMBER 11, 2014

We got the round done with some great names around the table--Jason Calacanis, Chris Sacca, and General Catalyst. Less than 100 days into joining FRC after winding down my startup, I offered my friend Rob the first term sheet I ever sent out--to lead the seed round of the company I accidentally inspired with a Tweet.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The pandemic was the strongest catalyst for workplace change I’ve seen in my lifetime. It disrupted the way work was done, which means it also impacted how leaders operate. Remote and hybrid work became the new normal overnight, and leaders had to quickly transition to new processes and systems. Why was the shift to remote work so powerful?

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Revolution

APRIL 24, 2023

We are just starting to understand better which sub-sectors might be the top beneficiaries, but it’s clear the legislation will serve as a catalyst across the entire startup ecosystem. How might recent legislation support the evolution of the sector?

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AsiaTechDaily

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

General Catalyst, a venture capital fund known for backing high-growth companies such as Zepto, Spinny, and Cred, has revealed plans to invest between $800 million and $1 billion in Indian […]

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Paul G. Silva

JUNE 12, 2024

PixelEdge’s platform, combined with the ACA’s best practices, is a catalyst for change, shaping the future of angel investing and driving national impact. This is more than a technological advancement; it’s a testament to what’s possible when we dare to innovate. It feels like the future is now, and it’s brimming with promise.

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

JUNE 18, 2019

We believe Libra has the potential to be the catalyst that brings the entire cryptocurrency and cryptoasset market into the mainstream. Libra is a stable, fiat-backed cryptocurrency that will launch inside some of the world’s largest consumer-facing applications.

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AsiaTechDaily

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Techstars Tokyo builds upon the organization’s ecosystem development initiatives, which have historically supported entrepreneurs in their early stages through programs like Founder Catalyst and Startup Weekend. The Founder Catalyst pre-accelerator, conducted in collaboration with JETRO, has already benefited over 100 founders in Japan.

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NZ Entrepreneur

MARCH 16, 2025

We run programs like Founder Catalyst, which is our flagship incubation nine-month long program that happens year-round. In 2022-23, we started having a lot of demand for our programs so our premier program Founder Catalyst, that incubation program, started accepting more and more companies from outside the region.

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Paul G. Silva

MARCH 6, 2025

Real-World Applications Recently, while preparing for my inaugural AP Catalyst event (which connected angel investors, portfolio companies, and private equity firms), I consulted my virtual board about maximizing the event’s impact.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 8, 2025

While great ideas can be the catalyst for success, the team behind the idea truly drives a startup forward. Two entrepreneurs share their experiences building a strong team followed by an outline of key areas to know. Building a startup is an exhilarating journey, but the road to success is rarely a solo endeavor.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 16, 2024

For first-stage entrepreneurs who have achieved initial success and want to grow further, the EO Accelerator (EOA) learning program serves as a catalyst for entrepreneurs aiming to surpass US$1 million in revenue. EO supports entrepreneurs at every age and stage.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

McRock Capital, an investment firm focused on the industrial Internet of Things, led the investment and was joined by Insight Partners, Taiwania Capital, Canadian Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments), Intel Capital, Samsung Catalyst Fund, Far Eastern Group’s DRIVE Catalyst, Walsin Lihwa and AI Fund.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Breyer Capital, General Catalyst, Naval Ravikant and others also put money in the round, which brings B12’s total funding to $28.1 B12 co-founder and CEO Nitesh Banta is a former investor at General Catalyst — having worked at the firm from 2010 to 2015. million in funding led by Tola Capital. . million funding round.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 20, 2021

Ironhack raised its latest round from Endeavor Catalyst , a fund that invests in entrepreneurs from emerging and underserved markets ; Lumos Capital, which was formed by investors with a long history in education technology; Creas Capital, a Spanish impact investment firm; and Brighteye, a European edtech investor.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The story are the early investors who had foresight to back them — Lightspeed, Benchmark, IVP, SV Angel, General Catalyst, etc. Lightspeed, Benchmark, IVP, General Catalyst, SV Angel and others. The story is Evan Spiegel and Bobby Murphy and the amazing team that supports them. But we didn’t see the value in it at the time.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 20, 2020

To get a better sense of how VCs are looking at augmented reality and virtual reality in 2020, I reached out to a handful of investors who are keeping a close watch on the industry: Niko Bonatsos, General Catalyst. Niko Bonatsos, General Catalyst. Tipatat Chennavasin, The Venture Reality Fund. Brianne Kimmel, Work Life Ventures.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The real super power of ecosystem mapping is how the mapping process and the actual map are used by the community as a catalyst to collaboratively strengthen the ecosystem. Finally, ecosystem mapping can be a catalyst for collaborations. Mapping as a Catalyst for Action. There are many benefits to ecosystem mapping.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Adversity often becomes a catalyst for transformation, pushing us to discover new levels of inner strength and resilience. Entrepreneurs thrive on adversity: We identify problems, create solutions, and hear the word “no” as a challenge.

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American Entrepreneurship

APRIL 18, 2023

This is the launch of a second MM Catalyst Fund (MMCF) that will focus on investing in Black-led startups as well as overlooked businesses across Massachusetts. The inaugural MM Catalyst Fund launched in 2021 invested in 16 businesses across Massachusetts that included Black-led growth companies and rural startups.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Today, we are an evolving catalyst that provides not only inspiration but also the tools and strategies entrepreneurs seek to unlock their full potential and drive the world forward. EO was created by a small group of young business owners, led by Verne Harnish, as a community of entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 24, 2024

Beyond entertainment, events aim to be transformative catalysts for positive change, leaving attendees not just entertained but genuinely changed.” In the dynamic world of event planning, the pursuit of excellence is a constant endeavor.

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Revolution

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This trifecta serves as a catalyst for accelerated growth and long-term viability. Founder-market-geography fit refers to the optimal alignment of three critical dimensions: the founding team’s competencies, the market demand for the startup’s solution, and the geographic location where the startup is based.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 29, 2024

On the flip side, your environment can also serve as a catalyst for things in your life that you want to add, rather than subtract. When they constantly share their latest favorites, you’ll be marginalized from the conversation and feel left out if you’re not keeping up.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Floodgate again participated in the raise, alongside General Catalyst and a host of angels. Almanac announced its $9 million seed round earlier this year led by Floodgate, now they’re taking the wraps off of a $34 million Series A led by the pandemic’s most prolific startup investment powerhouse — Tiger Global.

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This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 16, 2020

Ultimately, we hope these groups will be self-sustaining and led from within, with Brooklyn Bridge Ventures acting as catalyst and supporter. Brooklyn Bridge Ventures will support these professionals with our event and community-building experience.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 4, 2021

This latest investment into Color was led by General Catalyst, and by funds invested by T. This brings the total raised by Color to $278 million, with its latest large round intended to help it build on a record year of growth in 2020 with even more expansion to help put in place key health infrastructure systems across the U.S.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 23, 2021

Clarendon, Techstart, various angels, and Catalyst. Great — good support and intros facilitated by accelerators such as Ignite NI, Catalyst, Techstart, Ormeau Baths, etc. Catalyst are a not-for-profit support who are possibly the most valuable in the whole system. Catalyst, Ormeau Baths, and Raise Ventures.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 10, 2021

Existing investors General Catalyst, Capital One Ventures, Foundation Capital, IVP and Lightspeed Venture Partners also participated in the new round, which brings the startup’s all-time raise to over $410 million. SoftBank Vision Fund 2 led the Series E round of the five-year-old startup, which is now valued at $2.1

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Talent Has Changed Forever — A CEOs Playbook to Building and Retaining Tomorrow’s Distributed Workforce : Quentin Clark, managing director at General Catalyst, and Sophie Ruddock, VP and GM of North America, Multiverse. Sponsored by General Catalyst. Don’t miss out on your last chance to save $700.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 15, 2023

General Catalyst’s Deep Nishar had this to say: “Adept … possesses a depth of expertise to deliver a commercial product that pushes the generative AI frontier beyond text and image modalities into the practical realm of knowledge worker actions.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 19, 2013

He talked about how we were going through a period of time in which people were measuring “likes” and “followers” but not the real value of social media conversion by tracking what actually converts into business and that few people understood the catalyst of what drove a successful campaign in the first place.

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