Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 24, 2019

Written for EO by Manny Padda an entrepreneur, angel investor and philanthropist who won the 2016 Canadian Angel of the Year Award. As an EO Vancouver member, he was the 2017 Entrepreneurs’ Organization Global Citizen of the Year Award. . If you’re from Canada and have traveled abroad, you’ve probably got one somewhere—a beat-up maple leaf patch that is sewn onto your backpack or jacket.

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The Seraf Compass

JULY 24, 2019

One of the best parts about angel investing is all the great stories you gather over the years. Whether regaling your friends over a drink at the bar, or telling your grandkids about the time you invested in (insert name of very successful company here), angel investing will provide you with a wealth of experiences.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

JULY 24, 2019

If you’re trying to find your way in the world as an entrepreneur , or simply in your career, you should know that you don’t have to go at it alone. There is a long line of women who have walked this road before you. Utilizing the often-untapped resource of a mentor can make a huge difference in your professional development and ultimately your success.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

JULY 24, 2019

By Scott Meacham. Copyright © 2019, The Oklahoman. I have learned over the past six years that the single most important advice I can give an entrepreneur is this: Never underestimate the importance of going fast. Once you stick your head up, the world is going to respond. Some people will buy into your idea. Others will be quick to tell you why it cannot work.

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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 The tech market offers a wealth of technologies tailored for management, planning, and forecasting, replacing outdated pen-and-paper methods.

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OurCrowd

JULY 24, 2019

In April, scientists at Tel Aviv University “printed” the world’s first 3D vascularized heart using a patient’s own cells and biological material. This is just the tip of the medical iceberg. We expect healthcare to change in the next decade as disruptive technologies promise to improve patient outcomes, making medicine more personalized, effective, and interconnected.

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OurCrowd

JULY 24, 2019

Jon Medved, chief executive of the crowdfunding platform OurCrowd, which is also part of Sparks, said innovation in food and agriculture technology was at an all-time high. Read more here. The post [OurCrowd in The Jewish Chronicle] Israel hungry for advances in food technology development appeared first on OurCrowd.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

JULY 24, 2019

Customer communication channels are growing and you can't control that conversation. You can't control where it happens or how it happens if you want to give your customers the best experience. Customers want to communicate with you, NOT just on on a phone, not just via web chat, but also through Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and beyond. When customers call your company and are put on hold is time consuming, frustrating and the music is probably not all that good.

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Y Combinator

JULY 24, 2019

Anu Hariharan is a partner at YC. Today’s episode is about her recent post, How To Manage a Board. You can find her on Twitter @anuhariharan. Topics. 00:15 – Why Anu wrote How to Manage a Board. 1:45 – Board composition. 3:45 – Adding independent board members. 5:45 – The responsibilities of a board member. 8:30 – Productive board meetings. 12:10 – Sharing materials before the meeting. 13:00 – Bringing executives into the meeting. 15:15 – Dealing w

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David Teten VC

JULY 24, 2019

If you’re looking for a job in venture capital (or private equity), here is a list of compensation benchmarks, plus all the recruiters I’m aware of who do searches for roles inside venture capital firms, Analyst through Partner. Compensation Benchmarks. Heidrick: PRIVATE EQUITY COMPENSATION TRENDS IN NORTH AMERICA: 2018. Holt-MM&K-Buyouts Insider: PE/VC Compensation Report.

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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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OurCrowd

JULY 24, 2019

Beyond Meat has partnered with Dunkin’ to launch a Beyond Sausage breakfast sandwich in New York City. Read more here. The post [Beyond Meat in Business Insider] Beyond Meat is partnering with Dunkin’ to launch a Beyond Sausage breakfast sandwich appeared first on OurCrowd.

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David Teten VC

JULY 24, 2019

If you’re looking for a job in venture capital or private equity, here is my list of sources for compensation data, plus all the recruiters I’m aware of who do searches for roles inside venture capital firms, Analyst through Partner level. Compensation Benchmarking Data: Salary, Bonus, Carry. John Gannon Blog (cofounder of GoingVC.com ): VC Compensation Survey.

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OurCrowd

JULY 24, 2019

Tel Aviv-based Syqe Medical told Marijuana Business Daily it “has been granted a license from the Israeli Ministry of Health for the import and commercialization of medical cannabis.”. Read more here. The post [Syqe in Marijuana Business Daily] Israel sees commercial medical cannabis imports, but still no exports appeared first on OurCrowd.

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OurCrowd

JULY 24, 2019

Deciding to pursue her career dream, Wessel left Google and teamed up with JJ Fliegelman to create WayUp, a platform for students and recent graduates to get hired. Together they quickly grew the team to 60 employees. Read more here. The post [WayUp in Forbes] Why WayUp Launched a National Holiday That Trends #1 Worldwide Every Year appeared first on OurCrowd.

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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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OurCrowd

JULY 24, 2019

Beyond Meat, one of the two big players in plant-based meat, caused a buzz this week with word that it’s developing a plant-based bacon. Read more here. The post [Beyond Meat in Forbes] The Prospect Of Beyond Meat Bacon Has Investors Sizzling With Excitement appeared first on OurCrowd.

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OurCrowd

JULY 24, 2019

Beyond Meat, a plant-based protein company that makes meatless alternatives to beef and pork, is working on fake bacon and steak. Read more here. The post [Beyond Meat in CNN] Beyond Meat is working on fake bacon and steak appeared first on OurCrowd.

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OurCrowd

JULY 24, 2019

Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc. is diving into the meat-replacement craze. Read more here. The post [Beyond Meat in The Wall Street Journal] Dunkin’ Joins Meatless Rush With Beyond Patty appeared first on OurCrowd.

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