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How to Build Authentic Customer Relationships That Spark Innovation

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Written for EO by Jason McCann , a lifelong entrepreneur and experienced founder. You wouldn’t be surprised if I said that customer feedback is essential for a startup. And nobody doubts the connection between long-term customer relationships and success. However, some companies never find a way to fit it all together. Seeking out feedback is one thing.

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Preparing for the Inevitable: Angel Investors, Death & Taxes

The Seraf Compass

Things don’t always go exactly as planned in life or in angel investing. And just as in life, with angel investing, it pays to be prepared. So here are some thoughts on planning for the inevitable, and how to prevent catastrophes by fitting your angel investments into your estate plan from the beginning.

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In Venture Capital, Should You Be a Momentum or a Value Investor?

David Teten VC

As a venture capitalist, should you be a Momentum or a Value investor? To simplify, there are two classic approaches to public markets investing. The first is Momentum Investing , “a strategy to capitalize on the continuance of an existing market trend”, which usually meaning that the price has been rising in the recent past. In VC, this means you source companies by talking with other VCs and tracking the investment patterns and new Linkedin connections of other VCs.

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Faculty Spotlight: Marc Facciotti from the University of California-Davis

Venture Well

Marc Facciotti from the University of California-Davis a strong advocate for creative work that is initiated by students or that is student-directed. The post Faculty Spotlight: Marc Facciotti from the University of California-Davis appeared first on VentureWell.

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Digitalization: 5 Tech Updates That Will Help You Survive The Recession & Thrive

Lack of digitalization decreases business competitiveness. To thrive, embracing modern solutions becomes essential. The approach to digitalization often aligns with a company's business model. This shift not only boosts productivity but also automates processes and improves security. The tech market offers a wealth of technologies tailored for management, planning, and forecasting, replacing outdated pen-and-paper methods.

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The Kik Answer

A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

I have mentioned the legal case between USV portfolio company Kik and the SEC several times here on AVC, most recently here. Last night Kik filed a 130 page Answer to the SEC and made this press release. The story was picked up by Coindesk and other news outlets. I am not going to get into the details of this matter here on AVC, but this is not an open and shut case by any means.

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6 Experts Share Tips on SEO, Video Creation, Product Launches, Email Marketing and Online Courses

Smart Hustle Magazine

At Social Media Marketing World 2019 in San Diego, Ramon Ray interviews 6 experts from leading brands about marketing. Ramon interviews experts from Emma (email marketing), Teachable (online courses), SwitchPod (hand held tripod), Vimeo (video hosting), SEM Rush (SEO optimization) and Promo (video creation). Email marketing is SO powerful. Yep, social media marketing is great, but email marketing is BETTER.

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GrowOK workshop for new and growth-oriented ventures returns to Okmulgee on August 9

Innovation 2 Enterprise

GrowOK workshop for new and growth-oriented ventures returns to Okmulgee on August 9. i2E, Inc. and the Muscogee (Creek) Nation provide intensive, one-day business assessment class to help small businesses validate concepts, expand market, capture new revenues. . Contact: Darcy Wilborn, (405) 813-2424. contact@growok.org. GrowOK, a free one-day venture assessment workshop designed to help rural and tribal entrepreneurs understand the markets they serve, is returning to Okmulgee on August 9.

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[Ubimo in PR Newswire] Ubimo Wins ‘Best Use of Artificial Intelligence in MarTech’ from the 2019 MarTech Breakthrough Awards Program

OurCrowd

Ubimo has been selected as the 2019 winner of the “Best Use of Artificial Intelligence in MarTech” award by MarTech Breakthrough, a market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies, and products in the global marketing, sales, and advertising technology industries. Read more here. The post [Ubimo in PR Newswire] Ubimo Wins ‘Best Use of Artificial Intelligence in MarTech’ from the 2019 MarTech Breakthrough Awards Program appeared first on Ou

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How Co-Working Spaces Are Helping To Create True Sense Of Community And Why We Need It Right Now

GCUC

Thanks for that Forbes. If you know us, then you know that combating the loneliness epidemic this has been something we have been preaching for years. Depression is at an all time high, our smart devices are connecting us digitally but driving us farther apart physically. Community is good for your health just like this forbes article says. You know where you find community?

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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[Beyond Meat in CNN] Subway is testing out a meatless meatball sub. Here’s why

OurCrowd

The sandwich chain will start selling the product, made with Beyond Meat’s plant-based protein, at 685 restaurants in the United States and Canada next month. The Beyond Meatball Marinara sub will be available for a limited time. Read more here. The post [Beyond Meat in CNN] Subway is testing out a meatless meatball sub. Here’s why appeared first on OurCrowd.

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[Virgin Hyperloop One in NBCDFW] Virgin Hyperloop One Bringing Pod to North Texas As Leaders Take Serious Look at Technology

OurCrowd

North Texas to Laredo in less than an hour? It sounds like the stuff of science fiction. But the creators of Virgin Hyperloop One insist it’s a very real possibility. Read more here. The post [Virgin Hyperloop One in NBCDFW] Virgin Hyperloop One Bringing Pod to North Texas As Leaders Take Serious Look at Technology appeared first on OurCrowd.

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[BioCatch in FindBiometrics] BioCatch Warns Against Duplicate Email Fraud

OurCrowd

BioCatch’s Frances Zelazny is calling attention to a particularly pernicious form of fraud, in which fraudsters clone invoices and send duplicate emails in which all of the information is exactly the same, except for the desired payment destination. Read more here. The post [BioCatch in FindBiometrics] BioCatch Warns Against Duplicate Email Fraud appeared first on OurCrowd.

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[Morphisec in PRWeb] Morphisec Announces 2019 Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship Winners

OurCrowd

Morphisec, the leader in Moving Target Defense, today announced the 2019 winners of the Morphisec Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship at Black Hat USA. Read more here. The post [Morphisec in PRWeb] Morphisec Announces 2019 Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship Winners appeared first on OurCrowd.

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PE Mastery: CAPTARGET's Playbook for Quality Lead Flow

CAPTARGET presents a masterclass in M&A deal sourcing. Learn to cast a wide net, embracing seller self-identification. Consistency is the linchpin: keep the origination process steady for a reliable flow of opportunities. Diversify your tactics, employing various tools and vendors. Tech matters! Understand DNS settings, domain authority, and brand presence for optimal outreach.

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[PRESS RELEASE] OurCrowd Sync: Sao Paulo 2019 – Israel’s Leading VC Announces First Major LATAM Event

OurCrowd

São Paulo / Jerusalem – August 7, 2019 – OurCrowd, a global venture investing platform and Israel’s most active venture investor, has announced its first major event in a key region, OurCrowd Sync: Sao Paulo 2019, an invite-only gathering bringing top speakers, cutting-edge content, and high-impact networking to the LATAM region. Read more here. The post [PRESS RELEASE] OurCrowd Sync: Sao Paulo 2019 – Israel’s Leading VC Announces First Major LATAM Event appeared first on OurCrowd.

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