TechCrunch

JUNE 15, 2021

Social calendar app IRL has been busy building a messaging-based social network, or what founder and CEO Abraham Shafi calls a “WeChat of the West.” Besides SoftBank, new investor Dragoneer also participated in the oversubscribed round, alongside returning investors Goodwater Capital, Founders Fund and Floodgate.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 7, 2023

You might think networking is about flattering other people. Networking is about you , your future, and everything you need to get your business connected at the next level. That’s why we’ve made sure that TechCrunch Early Stage in Boston on April 20 is all about you, the early-stage founder. Feel all the eyes on you?

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 27, 2020

TC Sessions: Space 2020 , our first space technology event, launches December 16-17, and you won’t want to miss our virtual conference focused on this fast-emerging startup category. TC Sessions: Space offers an unparalleled networking opportunity to meet the most important people in the space industry, across public, private and defense.

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David Teten VC

JULY 27, 2021

We have collected a wide range of freebies, contests, accelerators, online communities, and VCs designed for student tech founders. This will keep you up to date on important deadlines, events, and other updates. 1) Freebies for Student Tech Founders. 1) Freebies for Student Tech Founders. Right here.

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TechCrunch

JULY 22, 2022

Here’s a look at just some of the ways early-stage founders can learn to build, grow and fund their startups at TechCrunch Disrupt on October 18–20 in San Francisco. Check out everything SBF 200 founders receive and apply to the SBF 200 today ! Networking opportunities. PT and save up to $1,300. How-to at the TechCrunch+ stage.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 11, 2019

Photo by Juliette F on Unsplash Networking is a critical part of relationship building and there is no event more valuable to building relationships than the proverbial “breaking of bread” with people. You should allow a period for general networking, a chance to eat your first bites of food and some casual catch ups.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Michelle Longmire, physician/scientist turned startup founder, founded Medable with the goal of transforming patient connectivity in the healthcare system. Along the way in raising $479 million, Sapphire Ventures invested in several rounds, providing Longmire with new relationships and opportunities within Sapphire Ventures’ network.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

MAY 2, 2023

Partnering with the right co-founder is the biggest determinant of your future success. Having founded multiple startups across various industries, I firmly believe having the right co-founder(s) is the most significant determinant of startup success. Ask yourself: “Who in my network has the capability to create a successful company?

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NZ Entrepreneur

JULY 19, 2022

Welcome to ‘500 Founders’ where we ask innovators from around New Zealand for their top insights for first time startup founders. Grow reciprocal relationships in your support network before you need them. Want to tap in to the best startup advice from entrepreneurs who are out there doing it? Rick Kiessig – Cofounder.

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Y Combinator

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

We're excited to host an in-person tech hiring event on Wednesday, March 8th at 5:30 PM at Y Combinator's San Francisco office. This will be the first in-person hiring event we're hosting at YC in over two years, and we have 9 YC-backed startups who are looking to hire engineers and technical talent.

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StartupNation

JULY 8, 2021

As vaccines roll out and restrictions ease, in-person events are slowly returning: A recent PULSE Survey notes that 81% of survey responders plan on holding in-person events in 2021. To plan for a return to in-person events, here are four strategies entrepreneurs should put in their toolbox: Think local. Cut your guest lists.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

AUGUST 16, 2023

Most founders I speak to agree that the startup journey is generally discouraging, overrun with unsolvable challenges and many many mistakes. I posed a question to twenty-one other founders, across many different industries from media to finance, from SaaS to urban farming. And I do remember them. But there’s good stuff too, right?”

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Tune in to hear from leading space industry founders, investors and technologists from across the public, private and defense industries. Find this and all the panel discussions, interviews, fireside chats and interactive Q&As listed in the event agenda. today, November 20 at 11:59 p.m. People like Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck, U.S.

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Angel Capital Association

MARCH 25, 2024

The Angel Capital Association (ACA) Summit represents a beacon for black investors, founders, and high-growth startups. This event, heralded as the industry’s flagship, convenes a diverse community of new and experienced angel investors, business leaders, and entrepreneurial minds to explore critical topics and trends in angel investing.

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TechCrunch

JULY 18, 2022

That means it’s time to refresh your face-to-face networking skills, get ready to connect with the startup ecosystem and track down opportunities IRL. Disrupt is ripe with networking opportunities, and our event app is the perfect tool to help you find and make genuinely valuable connections. Can’t get enough networking.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 2, 2023

From navigating complex regulations and securing funding to connecting with and growing a network, entrepreneurs in Vietnam face a unique set of challenges as they build their businesses: Access to capital: Securing funding for a new business can be elusive, particularly for startups.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 28, 2022

When you go to events, conferences and trade shows and it works out well in terms of driving tons of leads and opportunities, it is a good experience. However, when the events don’t work out so well, that can be risky in terms of wasting time and money. Prior to closing the round, the founders were bootstrapping the company.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The echoes of inspiration are still reverberating after the US Central region hosted its annual regional event, EO XCentric 2023 in Detroit, from 2-4 October 2023. The 500+ attendees enjoyed an electric atmosphere, impactful speakers, and a robust lineup of MyEO events. That value can’t be measured.” “I But don’t take our word for it!

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 18, 2017

Designed like the ultimate speed mentoring event, the Rally brings together seasoned entrepreneurs and up-and-coming entrepreneurs in one room for concentrated learning and sharing. Early-stage entrepreneurs come away from the event realizing that they “found their clan,” says Jeff. They didn’t know there were other people like them.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 28, 2022

The ultimate educational experience for aspiring and newly minted founders — also known as TechCrunch Early Stage — kicks off on April 14 in San Francisco. Starting today, you can get ahead of the networking curve by accessing CrunchMatch. You’ll save time and — now that we’re back to real-life events — shoe leather, too.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 8, 2024

In EO, we celebrate the remarkable women entrepreneurs who have shattered glass ceilings and are now paying it forward to pave the way for future generations of female founders to rise. I was always perplexed by the small ratio of women business owners at local, regional, and international events,” said Cindy Boyd. “I

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TechCrunch

APRIL 26, 2021

Mighty Networks , a platform designed to give creators and brands a dedicated place to start and grow communities, has closed on $50 million in a Series B funding round led by Owl Ventures. The investment brings Palo Alto-based Mighty Networks’ total raised since its 2017 inception to $67 million. .

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TechCrunch

MARCH 24, 2023

Currently, it’s estimated that less than 1% of venture capital goes to openly LGBTQ+ founders. There are no numbers on how much of that capital goes specifically to trans founders or how many investors identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. The best investors right now are investing in LGBTQ-founded companies,” Tukes added.

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Revolution

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

From the Sunshine State to the Windy City, and college to coastal towns, we met up with some incredible founders, ecosystem builders, and co-investors last quarter, and experienced just about every season along the way. He then joined Wilmington founders at Live Oak’s Channel for office hours. Where we went: Chicago, IL?

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NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Welcome to ‘500 Founders’ where we ask innovators from around New Zealand for their top insights for first time startup founders. Startup founders should connect with other founders at similar stages to them, and ones who are a few steps ahead.”. ” Marta Meszaros – Founder. The Cleaning Lady.

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 15, 2020

Related: How Smart, Strategic Networking Can Transform Your Business During a Crisis. Networking pro. Networking is the way to reach them, along with other like-minded individuals who might serve as partners and vendors to support your startup’s growth. Business, marketing or sales coach. Website developer and designer.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Lay the groundwork before the event and apply to become a speaker or invest in a tradeshow booth. Get involved with non-profits where CEOs serve on the board, attend their galas and events, and get to know the leadership. Contributed to EO by Steve Ferman, an EO New Jersey member, serial entrepreneur, and founder of 4 Pillar Coach.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 23, 2021

While there’s been plenty of attention and money lavished on virtual event platforms over the past year, Introvoke co-founder and CEO Oana Manolache predicted that we’re only at the beginning of a “third wave of digital transformation.” These best practices maximize the value of your online events.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 17, 2023

In a tight labor market, every founder can benefit from taking a look at how the individual achievements of each team member are currently being celebrated and being honest about where there may be room for improvement. At times, it may be appropriate to consider sending a rising star from the company in your place.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 20, 2023

EO Europe’s 2023 regional event, EO Unlimited Barcelona, from 18-20 October, attracted more than 180 members from 46 countries to hear 14 speakers and make countless impactful connections. The event featured dramatic social venues, from casual hangouts to black-tie gala dinners to beachside bashes.

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 14, 2024

Over a decade ago, when I was working for First Round Capital, we opened our doors for “Open Office Hours”—a series of open meetings where any founder could come in and chat with us for 20 minutes each. I’m not sure we backed any of the founders—but that wasn’t the point. We met quite a few smart folks. We had 70 investors sign up!

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TechCrunch

MARCH 23, 2022

On April 14 — that’s less than a month away — TechCrunch Early Stage kicks off a day-long summit focused exclusively on new founders and emerging entrepreneurs. Learn about the essential skills every startup founder needs to know — from successful founders, experienced VCs and subject-matter experts.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 26, 2018

On top of that, there are personal mentorship opportunities and huge networking events. To honor this way of sharing and growing, I have selected the six main lessons I learned as part of this global network of entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneurs’ Organization is the premier global network for founders, entrepreneurs and pioneers.

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TechCrunch

JULY 7, 2022

Traba , a jobs board designed to help entry-level workers find available shifts at fulfillment centers and event venues, today announced that it raised $20 million in a Series A round. Khosla led the financing with participation from Founders Fund, General Catalyst, SciFi VC and Atomic, valuing Traba at $120 million post-money.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 25, 2023

That’s what Microsoft is saying after some of its services, like Outlook, Xbox Live and Teams, went down during a “change made to the Microsoft Wide Area Network,” Ivan reports. TechCrunch+ is our membership program that helps founders and startup teams get ahead of the pack. — Christine and Haje The TechCrunch Top 3 And we’re back!

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 28, 2020

We spotted a common theme in many answers: learning—whether it’s incidental learning among peers or formal education at events. I’ve also learned a great deal from the courses that are provided.” – Lynda Stafford , EO Southeast Virginia, founder and CEO, RMGS, Inc. , Louis, founder and CEO, Warehouse of Fixtures , No.

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Impact Hub

AUGUST 10, 2023

Future Founders Day: Bring Impact Hub to your city Are you ready to transform your social business idea into reality? From crafting a robust business plan to establishing a network of partners and supporters, we’re here to assist you every step of the way. Here’s what you need to know. Therefore, we truly need each other.

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