TechCrunch

APRIL 27, 2021

Bobby Franklin is the president and CEO of the National Venture Capital Association and previously served as an executive vice president for the CTIA – The Wireless Association. A new foreign investment bill will impact venture capital and the US startup ecosystem. More posts by this contributor.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Mentorship: Having access to someone with much greater experience is of tremendous value to a first-time entrepreneur. Mentors can provide situational insight during tough challenges, make introductions to others and bring to the venture a range of skills and experiences to fill gaps when one is starting a business through its growth stage.

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Haystack

AUGUST 18, 2019

Despite that lack of experience, I am fortunate in that I have direct access to many of the greatest VC leaders and franchises for mentorship and guidance. Granted, 6.5 years is not a long arc – I have not experienced a prolonged down market as a private investor.

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