StartupNation

AUGUST 8, 2021

Here’s a great story from an entrepreneur who bootstrapped her business that will help give you an idea of how you can scale your business via bootstrapping. Related: This Entrepreneur Shares How She Bootstrapped Her Startup (and How You Can, Too). Pitch your business idea at a competition to earn startup funding.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 28, 2024

Mentorships and other resources also provided to winning tech-enabled startups led by members of underfunded demographics as part of Delaware’s fourth annual pitch competition WILMINGTON, Del. ( These included a welcome reception on May 15 and a breakfast with investors on May 17.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

With entrepreneurs from over 20 countries, across 25 industries and diverse backgrounds, our inaugural 200 class was showcased the best and brightest! All selected founders will get the opportunity to flash-pitch in front of investors and TechCrunch Editors. This year stands to be even more competitive. Just apply here.

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Pursuing a second career after leaving the military can be challenging, which is why a growing number of veterans choose to become entrepreneurs. Although veteran-owned businesses are often more successful than the average startup, they still need mentorship, funding and support to take their idea from concept to market.

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AsiaTechDaily

OCTOBER 31, 2023

This dynamic zone will feature IR pitches for investment attraction, conducted on a dedicated stage, and thought-provoking conferences. This program provides a unique platform for mentorship, networking, and investment opportunities for early-stage startups from South Korea and beyond.

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StartupNation

APRIL 5, 2021

Grant programs offering free money are hard to come by, which is why many entrepreneurs frequently end up applying for small business loans or try crowdfunding to start or expand their companies. Here is a list of grants for minority women entrepreneurs: Power Forward Grant Program. Rebuild the Block Grants.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

During its program, SparkLabs provides funding, mentorship and access to administrative and legal advisory support for startups. SparkLabs, a member of the global accelerator network (GAN), has been using international best practices for accelerators from the beginning, Kim said. Not all teams end up pitching at demo day.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

MAY 11, 2022

Exposure to industry giants can bring entrepreneurs new opportunities to create and sell to different markets. Network your way to success. Networking events are the number one way to create partnerships and contacts in your specific industry. There are many opportunities to attend networking events both in-person and online.

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 14, 2014

and I thought if we brought the community together for common purpose we could create more of a sense of community to help new entrepreneurs get funded, assemble teams, raise profiles and help with biz dev, product, etc. Adam & I decided we wanted to return to our roots and focus on mentorship, which is our passion. So what next?

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

In the short term, women founders can take action to boost their chances at VC success in the current investment climate, including leveraging their community and support network and building the necessary self-belief to thrive. In the long term, there needs to be foundational change to level the playing field for women entrepreneurs.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

This Guide is for the aspiring business owner and entrepreneur for the purpose of spuring thinking and investigation that will lead to the creation of a business plan followed by the business launch. By conducting a self-assessment of strengths and weaknesses, an entrepreneur is better prepared to meet the challenges as they arise.

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Founders Coop

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

From the beginning, we were deeply committed to Techstars’ “give first” ethos and mentorship-driven approach to startup investing. As Techstars’ track record fell further and further behind YC, their investor sales pitch of “buying an index of the global startup ecosystem” fell flat.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

Funding for Black entrepreneurs in the U.S. It is a huge mountain to climb and a full-time job to continuously pitch your vision and yourself to reach the first meeting with a VC fund — and that’s still miles away from a funding discussion. Contributor. Share on Twitter. hit nearly $1.8 It is all possible, but patience is key.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Investors have already been signing the dotted line without meeting entrepreneurs in person. When investors spend time at an accelerator, they listen to brainstorming sessions, pitches and mentorship advice that includes a broad range of perspectives and opinions. Techstars Equitech Accelerator ) and women founders (e.g.,

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 16, 2024

Prizes include cash grants from a prize pool of $130,000 along with mentorship opportunities and connections with potential investors and key influencers. The live, in-person pitch contest will take place in Wilmington on May 16, and winners will be announced that day. WILMINGTON, Del. Thanks to sponsors, there is no charge to enter.

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Andreessen Horowitz

MAY 6, 2024

Athletes, in their quest to enhance their off-the-field and off-the-court persona, look for investments that offer not just financial returns but opportunities for personal branding, thought leadership, and mentorship. Keep these things in mind when beginning the process of investor outreach to set up your conversations for long term success.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 15, 2021

We can’t promise minty-fresh breath, but you will get twice the knowledge and double the opportunity to connect and expand your network. How to Nail Your Virtual Pitch Meeting: The rules of the pitch meeting have changed. You get great mentorship through attending the Early Stage sessions. Don’t wait.

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Impact Hub

MAY 13, 2021

That is what entrepreneurs around the world have always done, and the pandemic is no exception. Yet, it is also the entrepreneurs and small businesses that are most affected by economic crises. The coaching and mentoring sessions helped them elevate their pitch deck and supported their strategy development.

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AsiaTechDaily

MAY 25, 2022

Startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs, who want to experience the business ecosystem in Korea and Asia, should take action soon enough. month program supports startups financially and gives them multiple opportunities to network with top tech companies, VCs, mentors, etc.

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Feedough

MARCH 22, 2021

But to make sure that the startup idea can result in a profitable business, an entrepreneur needs to validate it. This validation often requires the startup to pitch in some money. Before starting a business, an entrepreneur may need to register the startup as a company or a similar business structure. Let’s find out.

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David Teten VC

DECEMBER 2, 2019

I suggest start by looking at the many programs offered by the Fortune 500’s startup networks. Our program mixes the best of both Washington and Silicon Valley, bringing together stakeholders in policy and technology to train the next generation of policy entrepreneurs. Future Labs Flash Pitch. “For Aspen Tech Policy Hub. “Our

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David Teten VC

JUNE 14, 2021

Antler and Entrepreneur First both pay people a small stipend (~$2K/month) to iterate on and develop a fundable startup idea, and invest in the most promising ones. Although the role is constantly evolving , VC Entrepreneurs in Residence are usually previously successful entrepreneurs who are building a startup leveraging the VC’s support.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

APRIL 23, 2024

Srijita Ghosh Represented East Central University in 2017 Love’s Entrepreneur’s Cup 2 nd place in Small Business category and Pitch Competition winner Currently Venture Advisor at i2E Please provide a few details on your winning Entrepreneur’s Cup business idea. Meeting them led me to believe that I could do it, too.

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Impact Hub

MARCH 13, 2020

We support change-makers who come from different backgrounds and are carrying-out various missions all while hosting a diverse network of experts who take on the role of mentors, educators, and investors. A Demo Day with a star-studded jury and an investor pitch with international business Angel Investors with our Impact Hub Milan partners.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 12, 2023

It’s also the absolute best way for an entrepreneur to get the most out of Disrupt 2023 — with a guaranteed free demo space on the show floor and the chance to win $100,000 in equity-free funding. The ideal fit for Startup Battlefield at Disrupt 2023 is an entrepreneur who will showcase something truly disruptive at the event.

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David Teten VC

DECEMBER 2, 2019

I suggest start by looking at the many programs offered by the Fortune 500’s startup networks. Our program mixes the best of both Washington and Silicon Valley, bringing together stakeholders in policy and technology to train the next generation of policy entrepreneurs. Future Labs Flash Pitch. “For Aspen Tech Policy Hub. “Our

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David Teten VC

JANUARY 21, 2021

In addition to a fund, the overall Capacity organization provides direct mentorship, consulting and connects founders to a broad network of talent, diverse forms of capital, and existing resources focused on the post-startup stage of growth. The INTRO tool is available to non-portfolio companies as well.

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David Teten VC

JANUARY 21, 2021

In addition to a fund, the overall Capacity organization provides direct mentorship, consulting and connects founders to a broad network of talent, diverse forms of capital, and existing resources focused on the post-startup stage of growth. The INTRO tool is available to non-portfolio companies as well.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 29, 2021

Where can new founders and budding entrepreneurs turn for expert advice to navigate the formative phases of building a startup? We’re talking dozens of workshops addressing operations, fundraising, pitch deck pointers, term sheet tips, product-market fit, brand building, growth marketing, recruiting, taming your tech stack and a lot more.

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Y Combinator

MAY 22, 2019

Meesho is a platform in India that allows people to resell products using their social networks. Meesho is a platform in India that allows people to resell products using their social networks. Almost everyone who is using the app today has become an entrepreneur because of us. Vidit Aatrey is cofounder and CEO of Meesho.

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