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Views on the Ground: Scenes from Our Chicago Founder Fly-In

Revolution

VP of Platform and Portfolio Success, Amira Ouji, and Head of Community, Liz Westhouse, recap the event below. At Rise of the Rest, we aim to meet founders where they are — on the ground in their communities, and in a mindset shaped by real constraints, not blind optimism.

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Mercury’s $300M Series C Doubles Valuation to $3.5 Billion Fueled by Powerful “One Banking Account” Model

American Entrepreneurship

Bank accounts are the nucleus of business finance, said Akhund. This deep integration streamlines operations and provides business owners with greater visibility and control over their finances. Mercury has reimagined this central hub by embedding essential business tools directly into the account experience.

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Steve Case Testifies on Expanding Access to Capital Across America

Revolution

We believe great companies can start and scale anywhere, aided by the fact that startups in emerging venture communities are often more capital efficient, offer a lower cost of doing business, and attract talent looking for a better quality oflife. Indeed, new businesses play a significant role in net new job creation in the U.S.,

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“Sanzo is at its best when we serve as a bridge across cultures for both AAPI and non-AAPI.” CEO Sandro Roco on building a beverage startup, what to avoid in influencer deals, & protecting the brand.

Hunter Walk

Over the last few years he’s been a diligent company-builder, brand steward, and community leader. What was it like seeing some folks raise tens of millions of dollars, and where has your financing mostly come from?

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How Top Tech CFOs Solve Annual Planning’s Biggest Challenges

Discover real-world solutions and best practices shared by top CFOs, drawn directly from discussions within OG’s vibrant online community. Learn from senior executives at high-growth tech startups as they outline financial planning strategies, align CEO and board goals, and coordinate budgets across departments.

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The Role of Alternative Funding in Startups

StartupNation

What are the options, benefits, and risks of alternative financing for a startup? Alternative financing is any kind of financing that does not involve a traditional bank. Less common bank loans, such as those offered by credit unions or Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI), may also fall into this category.

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Upcoming AI Summit New York 2024 Focuses on Commercial AI Applications

American Entrepreneurship

The doubling of floor space at the upcoming AI Summit New York reflects AI’s high energy and wide interest in the tech community. The discussions will cover finance, retail, government, education, entertainment, and technology sectors on each of the show’s nine stages.