American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 12, 2025

Six startups showcased at Investopia 2025 represented a diverse range of industries, demonstrating the breadth of innovation within Crimson Founders 2025. The week-long initiative, held from February 24-28, 2025, marked a significant milestone in integrating 19 high-impact startups into the UAEs dynamic investment and innovation ecosystem.

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Revolution

MARCH 26, 2025

Ive been grateful to see that support firsthand throughout my careerwhether through the passage of the JOBS Act , the creation of Opportunity Zones , or, most recently, the Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs) initiative. were on the platform. Based in Washington, D.C., Take Detroit, for example.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

JUNE 25, 2025

Held at Gradient, Tulsa’s Innovation Hub, the event spotlighted founders who have spent the past 16 weeks refining their ventures through tailored curriculum, expert mentorship, and strategic preparation for the next stage of investment and growth.

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Paul G. Silva

MARCH 25, 2025

Facing Reality Just in Time: The River Valley Investors Story After running the River Valley Investors (RVI) angel group for 15 years, I watched as attendance dwindled and investment activity slowed to concerning levels. The organization was rapidly declining and close to not having enough members to run effective meetings.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

This critical investment will enable Apptronik to ramp up the production of its groundbreaking humanoid robot, Apollo, and accelerate the development of next-generation robots tailored for a wide range of industries. The investment also supports the companys commitment to creating human-centered robots.

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Jason Malki

JUNE 6, 2025

Keshia Theobald-van Gent I had the pleasure of interviewing Keshia Theobald-van Gent , an accomplished executive with deep experience in innovation, strategy, and stakeholder engagement. As VP of Investment at BDev Ventures , Keshia leads sourcing and portfolio operations, managing both strategic and operational aspects of the fund.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 14, 2025

At the same time, Launchpad@Stevens supports student innovation by providing mentorship, funding, and networking opportunities. Chegg, a leading student-first online learning platform, has contributed to advancing student innovation by donating $50,000 to Stevens Institute of Technologys iSTEM and Launchpad@Stevens programs.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

a nonprofit dedicated to fostering the growth of startups and entrepreneurs in Oklahoma, is proud to announce surpassing the $100 million mark in total investments. This achievement highlights their continued commitment to driving innovation and economic growth across Oklahoma and beyond. i2E, Inc., About i2E, Inc.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

They develop a business model identifying the critical factors necessary for a sustainable business. Invest in research to better understand your market and customers, and make sure your business is adaptable enough to respond to evolving demands. Eight components to successfully scaling a startup are presented in this article.

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Tomasz Tunguz

MARCH 4, 2025

Lead authentically : The best managers don’t rely on mimicry but develop their own authentic style based on their values and strengths. One-on-Ones and Feedback Structure your 1:1s : Use a four-part format covering performance, relationships, leadership, and innovation.

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American Entrepreneurship

APRIL 24, 2025

The fresh capital also drew participation from top-tier investors including Marunouchi Innovation Partners, BNP Paribas Solar Impulse Venture Fund, Citi Impact Fund, and Alumni Ventures. Longtime backers Activate Capital, Liberty Mutual Investments, National Grid Partners, and WIND Ventures reaffirmed their support with follow-on investments.

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NZ Entrepreneur

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

While spreadsheets might seem sufficient in the early days, investing in a proper accounting system from the start can save you countless headaches down the line. This is super helpful for making smart decisions about your business, like whether to hire that extra hand or invest in that shiny new equipment.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 29, 2025

The company’s recent $60 million Series C round, led by Greenfield Partners, with participation from notable investors like F-Prime Capital, Menlo Ventures, and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, will accelerate Eleos’ innovative use of artificial intelligence (AI) agents to transform the delivery of behavioral health services.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

As AI continues to expand from the cloud to edge devices, EnCharge AIs innovations stand to make AI more accessible, scalable, and energy-efficient, tackling some of the most pressing challenges faced by the tech industry today.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 12, 2025

This article describes the entrepreneurial mindset behind successful startups, how you can develop that mindset, and the strategies to build your startup based on that mindset. It is characterized by attitudes, skills, and behaviors that drive innovation, resilience, and adaptability. Turn challenges into opportunities.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

DECEMBER 17, 2024

After an intensive weekly program, eight innovative start-ups pitched their business models to a panel of judges, with three outstanding participants receiving top honors. Over the course of 10 weeks, business Founders participated in development classes and were provided mentorship with direct access to investment opportunities.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 18, 2024

While innovative products and clever marketing strategies are important, one factor that can truly set a startup apart is exceptional experience (CX). Invest in their training and give them the authority to resolve issues quickly. This ensures that your offerings remain relevant and valuable to your target market.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 1, 2025

May 22, 2025) This week, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) launched a new digital platform designed to connect entrepreneurs and investors. INC-NJ will make it even easier for emerging company owners to link with potential investors, highlight their developments, and scale their business in New Jersey.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 21, 2025

However, the rewards of building something from the ground up that is profitableas well as creating jobs, innovating, and solving problemscan be immensely gratifying. By clearly defining product-market fit, you will save time and money by investing in the building of a product or service that is truly demanded by a sizeable target audience.

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StartupNation

JULY 5, 2025

At Spectup, we’ve since helped numerous startups develop similar metrics-driven narratives for their investor presentations. One of our team members developed a particularly effective template that breaks down complex metrics into clear, visual stories – it’s been a game-changer for our clients.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 10, 2025

Why Resilience and Perseverance Are the Cornerstones of Startup Success Successful entrepreneurs overcome failure because they have developed entrepreneurial resilience—the mental toughness to weather uncertainty, recover from setbacks, and are able to keep building even when things go wrong. What matters most is how you respond.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

This investment will support our mission to revolutionize the specialty vehicle industry and accelerate the transition to clean mobility, said Endera CEO and founder John Walsh. Vertically Integrated for Speed, Precision, and Innovation Enderas vertically integrated approach gives it a unique competitive advantage.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 18, 2025

a pioneering company in quantum computing hardware, has secured a significant investment from Applied Ventures, LLC, the venture capital arm of Applied Materials, Inc. This is a critical step toward accelerating the development of large-scale quantum computing. Qolab, Inc.,

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 26, 2025

The companys enterprise browser is a breakthrough innovation that embeds enterprise-grade security and IT controls directly into the browsing experience. The company now boasts over 500 employees, with more than 200 focused on product development and engineering.

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American Entrepreneurship

JULY 2, 2025

The round also included participation from prominent firms such as Redpoint Ventures, Benchmark, 01A, New View Capital, and World Innovation Lab. Agrawal previously led investments in companies like Coupa, which went public in 2016 and was acquired for approximately $8 billion. AI will drive enterprise productivity at scale.”

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 5, 2025

Supergut, a trailblazer in gut health and GLP-1 nutrition, has announced the successful closure of a major minority growth investment. The funding will fuel the companys expansion into retail, drive product innovation, and support the hiring of top-tier talent.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 21, 2025

Creator Ventures, founded in 2022 by cousins Sasha Kaletsky and Caspar Lee , is uniquely positioned to invest in the next wave of AI-enabled consumer applications, marketplaces, creative tools, and SaaS platforms reshaping the digital landscape. This expansion signals vast potential for early-stage investment in consumer-facing tech startups.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 6, 2025

This investment allows us to scale faster and stay focused on our goal of helping people eat well without compromise.” The acquisition is a strategic play to secure control over a key ingredient and support the brand’s long-term innovation roadmap. The customer feedback is some of the most passionate we’ve seen in consumer goods.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 30, 2025

The companys collaboration with the New Jersey Economic Development Agency is a boost to the states program to attract AI companies for its innovation economy. The company also acquired AI platform developer Weights & Biases for $1.7 billion, expanding its capabilities in the AI development lifecycle.

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Jason Malki

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

These experiences were instrumental in the development of ThriveStack. We tried to compete, investing a million dollars in enabling self-serve products and revamping our GTM playbook. Our top 3 challenges include: Balancing Innovation with Customer Needs : The market is saturated with numerous siloed products.

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HPA

JUNE 24, 2025

HPA is excited to announce its investment in Moonnox’s $2 million Seed Round alongside M25, with participation from Early Light Ventures and Service Provider Capital. This investment leverages HPA’s operating expertise in AI to support Moonnox. We built Moonnox to turn that model on its head.

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American Entrepreneurship

APRIL 10, 2025

The celebration will span continents, showcasing IonQs growing international footprint, innovative breakthroughs, and expanding influence in the quantum space. These investments mark a pivotal step in IonQs efforts to build secure, scalable quantum networksa crucial foundation for the future of global communications and data security.

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Jason Malki

JANUARY 29, 2025

Tulikas focus on fostering a culture of innovation not only inspires her team but also ensures customer success, consistently delivering exceptional value and creating substantial improvements for clients. I saw an opportunity to innovate and bring a unique solution that wasnt being fully addressed by existing players.

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StartupNation

JUNE 6, 2025

Encourage open conversations and develop a feedback-sharing culture : Don’t be judgmental, saying, “ I’m the adult in this room; I know what is best for you! Speaking about innovative leaps overall. Don’t Hesitate to Innovate and Pioneer Don’t listen to “couch critics” or “armchair experts.”

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Jason Malki

JULY 16, 2025

Steve Gomberg I had the pleasure of interviewing Steve Gomberg and he is a seasoned executive whose career spans general management, finance, and corporate development across a variety of entrepreneurial ventures. Developed creative, non-dilutive financing that supported rapid growth. How did you break into tech investing?

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