Paul G. Silva

JUNE 14, 2023

From 2003-2022 the River Valley Investors operated as a traditional angel group, investing in nearly 100 startups. For posterity, here are some of the more recent investments… 2022 Hubly Surgical Hubly Surgical has an advanced drill, complete with auto-stop and visual feedback, to make medical drilling safe across underserved settings.

investing 100

investing investment real estate startup 100

AsiaTechDaily

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Register Established in 2016 and headquartered in New York, SoGal Ventures is a venture capital firm dedicated to early-stage investments in diverse founding teams, operating in both the United States and Asia. Background Pocket Sun’s journey in the investment industry has shaped her into the leader she is today.

ventures 98

ventures investing investment venture capital 98

TechCrunch

MARCH 22, 2022

Earlier this month, D-ID expanded on the Deep Nostalgia technology to allow the people in the animated photos to “speak” by training a neural network using videos of people talking, in order to get the lips in the photos matched to the words the users provided. It’s worked with Warner Bros.

creativity 93

creativity networking media technology 93

This is going to be BIG.

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

The types of businesses I like investing in are ones whose economics *get better* at scale, not worse. goTenna's new Mesh product enables off-grid communications in a network that improves as more people have it. Remember how much AOL sucked at peak times back in the day? How much does your local gym suck when everyone else is there?

investing 296

investing investment real estate enablement 296

TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Contra , a professional network for independent workers, unveiled a new payment model Tuesday that lets users accept payments for their services on Contra without paying any commission fees. We have always wanted to roll this out, but wanted to be able to ensure the client pays and there is trust on the network,” he added. “We

networking 83

networking capital creativity enablement 83

Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Whether it’s securing investment capital, marketing a concept, recruiting new talent or leaning on peers for support and advice, having a solid network can seriously work to your benefit. Not sure how to network? Build your professional network with resources such as these: Four Cs of Networking . Take a walk.

entrepreneurs 243

entrepreneurs peer-to-peer creativity networking 243

Andreessen Horowitz

MARCH 5, 2024

We need to make some key investments in people and platforms. And at the university, which is not a notable university, there was a lot of investment from DoD in supercomputing and they’ve bought supercomputers and I worked on them as a researcher, and that led me to a job in Lawrence Livermore National Labs.

investing 81

investing investment innovation technology 81

AsiaTechDaily

MARCH 28, 2023

Indelible Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in B2B SaaS startups that can scale internationally. I also had the opportunity to learn firsthand how VC firms put together an investment fund and understood the type of LPs coming together to form a fund. What types of companies/sectors do you look to invest in?

ventures 98

ventures investing investment SaaS 98

Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 3, 2024

It’s worth noting that producing video content is a big deal due to the substantial effort invested into the process. Video marketing success relies on its effectiveness at engaging viewers on an emotional level and giving you ample opportunity to inform and convert while entertaining them. and more articles from the EO blog.

strategy 250

strategy media creativity education 250

AsiaTechDaily

AUGUST 24, 2023

Gyeonggi-do’s Seongnam-si, where Pangyo Techno Valley lies, has been earmarked as a special game and content district, with investments nearing KRW 170 billion won. By 2025, investments summing up to 171.9 By 2025, investments summing up to 171.9 billion won from the local government’s coffers.

culture 98

culture creativity accelerator support 98

TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

It’s not dissimilar to venture capital investments — you give a promising company (or person) the money that they need to grow, assuming that eventually, you’ll recoup your investment and turn a sizable profit.

investing 91

investing investment funders capital 91

Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 26, 2022

As a firm, we pitched campaign ideas and strategies to huge, internationally recognized brands, going up against big network agencies. We had no venture capital and weren’t part of a global agency network. We were resilient, creative, driven—and each time we were snubbed, it made us more determined to win the account.

real estate 246

real estate creativity culture entrepreneurs 246

Angel Capital Association

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

distributes this power across its network of users. How to Invest in Web3: Navigating Emerging Opportunities Crypto Coins and Tokens Investments In the Web3 ecosystem, cryptocurrencies and tokens are more than digital currencies; they represent a new paradigm of digital value. s nature is blockchain technology.

investing 40

investing investment peer-to-peer real estate 40

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

YLAI Network member Jimmy Regis, the public relations manager of ADIVAH (Association for Integral Development of Haitian Values) in Haiti, is a lifelong advocate of lifting up others in the community. Jimmy’s optimistic attitude can be summarized with the fact that he does not see problems, he only sees opportunities for creative solutions.

communities 299

communities networking leadership development 299

Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 29, 2024

The EO@INSEAD program challenged me to refine my strategy and execution skills, enhance my leadership and influence beyond authority, and foster creativity in business,” said Redi Basha, a member of EO Europe Bridge chapter. It’s an investment in becoming the best version of yourself and, by extension, elevating your business.”

peer-to-peer 212

peer-to-peer leadership education culture 212

Red Rocket

MAY 22, 2024

And, investors simply can’t exit the investments they have already made, with an anemic IPO market. Step 3: Talk With VC’s to Learn Their Revised Goals and Keep Networking Just because investors are not writing as many checks, does not mean you stop speaking with them, as they are still sitting on a lot of “dry powder” of un-invested capital.

VC 84

VC venture capital real estate creativity 84

Jason Malki

JANUARY 15, 2023

How did you break into tech investing? I truly fell in love with building things and realized that it simultaneously fueled my curiosity and creativity. Breaking into tech investing is not a typical path, specifically for a Silicon Valley “outsider” that didn’t graduate from an ivy league school.

VC 52

VC investing investment networking 52

HPA

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

M25 and IU Angel Network also participated in the round. Stagetime is a networking platform for the performing arts industry. Stagetime empowers creatives to create a comprehensive professional story about their past performances and skill sets. Scott understands how to unlock potential for creatives and influencers.

creativity 91

creativity board networking collaboration 91

AsiaTechDaily

AUGUST 10, 2023

Among these, the Gyeonggi Center for Creative Economy & Innovation stands out with its Pangyo Startup Zone, designed to back startups through investment, networking, and dedicated spaces. Meanwhile, Korea Creative Content Agency champions game startups through its Global Game Hub Center in Pangyo Techno Valley.

support 98

support innovation hospitality business cluster 98

AsiaTechDaily

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The event is called “Pangyo x Silicon Valley: Bridging Innovations” and will be held on Friday, September 8th at the Gyeonggi Creative Center for Economy and Innovation building. This event will also help startup companies enter the global market, gain marketing information, and network with other companies.

innovation 98

innovation VC accelerator startup 98

AsiaTechDaily

OCTOBER 26, 2023

While the main capital allocation will prioritize deeptech and web3 startups, AIOX remains receptive to potential investments in various other sectors. ” AIOX recently executed a lead in an investment within Singapore’s XM Studio, consequently becoming its primary stakeholder.

pitching 105

pitching real estate creativity innovation 105

Andreessen Horowitz

MAY 6, 2024

On the flip side, athletes, entertainers, and C-level executives also ask what they should expect when investing in technology startups and working with founders looking to build the next big thing. For Founders Make It Make Sense Venture capital is where innovation meets investment.

culture 99

culture innovation founder leadership 99

AsiaTechDaily

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Register Her passion for coaching clients in investing strategically in the area of global journeys is impeccable! Amal El Habziz a dedicated investment consultant & investor herself works with clients seeking Residency Permits or Citizenship through strategic investments.

consulting 98

consulting opportunity networking advice 98

TechCrunch

APRIL 20, 2023

HUSSLUP , currently an invite-only beta, is a job search and networking app for creative professionals in the media and entertainment industry to connect with studios and production companies looking to hire talent. Much like LinkedIn, HUSSLUP allows users to write posts, network with others and search for gigs.

creativity 99

creativity communities networking collaboration 99

This is going to be BIG.

APRIL 11, 2022

My company is Bread and we make ad creative super easy. Instead, ask a question specific to their approach to investing—something simple enough like what’s going on at their stage. A few years ago, I was at Techcrunch Disrupt and this guy taps me on the shoulder as I was chatting in a group. My name is Alan. Why would you do that?

VC 414

VC pitching communities creativity 414

TechCrunch

AUGUST 12, 2022

Deerman had watched other meal delivery companies, like Munchery and Sprig , close years earlier and had gotten creative with the company’s business model as a result. Positive Food’s vertical integration technology is mainly done in-house, including production and a cold-chain logistics network.

investing 86

investing investment enablement creativity 86

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

APRIL 27, 2023

As part of our YLAI Goes Green campaign, we asked YLAI alumni to expand on their creative solutions to address climate change and advise others wanting to enter the green economy. The views and opinions expressed here belong to the author or interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of the YLAI Network or the U.S. government.

sustainability 130

sustainability energy advice communities 130

TechCrunch

APRIL 12, 2022

Snap’s in-house Yellow accelerator program, which invests in startups, has debuted its fifth batch of investments. The company invests $150,000 in each Yellow startup for an equity stake as part of the accelerator program, which first launched in 2018.

accelerator 93

accelerator mentorship startup creativity 93

Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 5, 2024

How to Run a Company With Two 10-Minute Weekly Meetings and Post-It Notes Barry Raber (EO Portland), a serial entrepreneur and CEO of real estate investment firm Business Property Trust , shared his insights on how to keep team meetings short and sweet with an effective system that fosters collaboration and engagement.

consulting 218

consulting entrepreneurial ecosystem real estate entrepreneurs 218

Impact Hub

MARCH 14, 2019

Each of these Impact Hubs contributes its local context and capabilities to our global network, which contains a diverse mix of talent, knowledge and opportunities. This unique mix is an essential reason for corporates and organisations to collaborate with the Impact Hub network. Want to partner with our global Impact Hub network, too?

collaboration 51

collaboration networking mix-use innovation 51

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JULY 16, 2021

We’ve assembled some of the best tips and tricks from our YLAI Network alumni and experts to show how they are effectively using Facebook, YouTube, and more to establish a unique online presence. Using social media to promote your organization has become one of the most important strategies and skills an entrepreneur can have.

media 246

media mentorship communities strategy 246

David Teten VC

JANUARY 21, 2021

This essay is part of a series on alternative VC: I: Revenue-Based Investing: a new option for founders who care about control. II: Who are the major Revenue-Based Investing VCs? III: Why are Revenue-Based VCs investing in so many women and underrepresented founders? IV: Should your new VC fund use Revenue-Based Investing?

investing 49

investing investment VC SaaS 49

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 1, 2020

Embassy Brasilia hosted a live virtual discussion in May 2020 for exchange alumni and members of the YLAI Network on “how to lead in a post-pandemic world,” featuring entrepreneurship experts Alisa Cohn and Richie Norton, with moderator Rhett Power. Connections through the YLAI Network. Books by Marianne Williamson.

entrepreneurship 246

entrepreneurship networking entrepreneurs opportunity 246

This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 15, 2013

I’m thrilled to announce Brooklyn Bridge Ventures’ investment in Tinybop , a new Brooklyn-based studio building the most creative and thoughtfully-designed educational apps for kids. That’s also why this is the second company (the other is Editorially ) I’ve invested in from that network.

creativity 299

creativity education collaboration pitching 299

Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

We were invited to participate by the Global Leaders Initiative, which aims to bring key networks together to find solutions that address the challenges of sustainable development. My biggest realisation being that I needed to invest in myself before I could lead others. I always weave EO into the story of Junk Kouture.

sustainability 143

sustainability creativity collaboration communities 143

AsiaTechDaily

JULY 19, 2023

based alternative investment group, has reached an agreement to acquire Crescent Point Capital (CPC), a prominent private equity firm headquartered in Singapore. The strategic deal is expected to create mutual benefits, providing CPC access to Ares’ scaled global platform and network and augmenting its regional capabilities.

capital 97

capital creativity culture collaboration 97

Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 4, 2020

Robert offere this key tip: Create different posts for different social networks. Otherwise, we don’t underestimate the value of our team’s personal and professional networks. Planning includes coming up with creative content and implementing it with the right timing. “We For Facebook, they invest by placing ads. “We

media 285

media education strategy communities 285