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How to Communicate Impact Metrics to Investors

StartupNation

When presenting to investors, we created a dashboard that tracked both KPIs and what we called “KVPs” — Key Value Propositions — which highlighted how each ethical or community-driven choice directly fed into loyalty, brand equity, and ultimately, LTV (lifetime value). The outcome was strong.

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Fueling Founders, Scaling Impact: Inside Keshia Theobald-van Gent’s Investment Philosophy

Jason Malki

After transitioning that work into a nonprofit, I moved into innovation consulting and eventually joined GSV Labs , where I supported Fortune 500s with startup partnerships and built out strategic programs. That’s why I invest time in the ecosystem, in the community, and in being a thought partner long before the term sheet stage.

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Can You Build a Business with $100 or Less? Yes … and Here’s How

StartupNation

Event planning Dropshipping Handmade crafts selling Pet sitting Social media management Repair service Blogging/vlogging Alternatively, consider more revolutionary business ideas like AI automation consulting or podcast-editing services. See how to transform an idea into a profitable business with only $100 in your wallet.

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How One-on-One Mentoring for Entrepreneurs Can Transform Your Business Journey

American Entrepreneurship

These connections can be instrumental in helping you grow your business, whether it’s finding new clients, investors, or collaborators. As your business grows, you can also pay it forward by becoming a mentor to others, perpetuating the cycle of growth and mentorship within the entrepreneurial community.

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17 Inspiring Recoveries: How Entrepreneurs Bounced Back from Crises

StartupNation

With support from peers and the incredible State of Search community, we fixed the issue, restructured the backend, and got things back on track. Rather than slowing down, we doubled down on adapting, collaborating with legal advisors to clarify new guidelines and creating backup workflows to keep patients informed and up-to-speed.

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What sector should i be building a business in 2025?

Founder Bounty

Key Takeaway: Identify specific health-related needs within your community or target demographic. Businesses that specialize in productivity software, virtual team collaboration tools, and home office equipment are positioned for success.

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Shaping the Future of Work: How Founder Zach Wright and Grapevine Are Redefining the Modern Office

Jason Malki

Under Zach’s leadership, Grapevine empowers organizations to streamline their operations by integrating communication and knowledge management in one seamless platform, driving better collaboration, productivity, and engagement across the board. First, I loved remote work. And second, there was a big problem that needed to be solved.