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. The Kauffman Foundation found 47% of US tech founders held degrees in STEM while 34% held degrees in business, finance, and accounting. 1) Freebies for Student Tech Founders. Right here.

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Revolution

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Since the beginning of modern venture capital investing — a relatively nascent asset class — the industry has been biased toward funding what it knows best: founders with familiar demographics (white, male) in familiar geographies (Silicon Valley). One event held by a few investors focused on Black founders is clearly not enough.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 5, 2024

Three finalists received training via workshops and coaching from business advisors, fine-tuning their business plans and pitches for the showcase and pitch competition. In addition to its classroom curriculum, NFTE hosts the Founders Forum Pitch Competition.

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This is going to be BIG.

JUNE 17, 2024

Yet, everyone’s got an opinion about how a company measures up, especially the founder. ( The other day, I had a difficult conversation with a founder who clearly felt like VCs were the problem in her fundraising process. I don’t need to remind such a founder how the world is stacked against them. Then, there are nuances.

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This is going to be BIG.

DECEMBER 24, 2018

I’m working on two things that should help founders get early feedback: First, I’m continuing my "Fix Your Pitch” series —where founders can get their idea workshopped in exchange for a charity donation. Second, I’m working on a new stealth project that enables founders to get feedback from investors in a fast and easy way.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JANUARY 23, 2024

Overcoming obstacles and transforming STEM education in Jamaica By Zoe Sweet “All I wanted to do was make an impact that will transform the education system in Jamaica,” says Kavelle Hylton , a 2022 YLAI Fellow and founder of STEM Builders Learning Hub.

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This is going to be BIG.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Today's top founders will undoubtedly start something new in the future, but they won't make up the majority of innovators going forward--just as prior generations of venture backed founders don't make up a majority of those who are succeeding today. I didn’t say venture investing was easy—but at least we got a look.)

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American Entrepreneurship

DECEMBER 8, 2023

With a minimum investment of $7,000 and additional units in increments of $5,500, SDAC is ideal for new angel investors who want to gain hands-on experience and learn via workshops, meetings, and presentations. Passive investors can invest without attending meetings or participating in due diligence, or the voting process. We ‘get to yes!’

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 14, 2024

This interview is with Swayam Doshi , Founder at Suspire. Swayam Doshi, Founder, Suspire Swayam, welcome to Startup Blog Post! I’m Swayam Doshi, the founder of Suspire. Many of our readers are aspiring founders. Could you tell our readers a little about yourself and your journey in the startup world?

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 21, 2025

Every event, workshop, and conversation is an opportunity to plant seeds for future success, turning bold dreams into flourishing realities. Jakes Group and Founder of the Good Soil Movement. Winfreys presence marks a defining moment in the forums mission to help entrepreneurs not only survive but thrive. Jakes, Chairman of the T.D.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

Sesie Bonsi is the founder and CEO of Bleu , a financial technology platform focused on enabling touchless payment experiences. As a Black fintech founder, I believe that venture investors are making safe bets and investing in late-stage founders instead of early or even pre-seed stages. Sesie Bonsi. Contributor. hit nearly $1.8

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Déborah, a 2022 YLAI Fellow , is the founder and director of CAPAZ Perú , which develops cultural, educational and social projects for people with disabilities through art programs such as theater and dance. D éborah’s aim for the future of CAPAZ involves establishing a physical space to network and hold workshops for the community.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JANUARY 23, 2024

From here, Jonathan and his co-founders pondered how to take young people’s excitement for innovation and allow them to gain experience in a real company. Design Your Nation and TASKME’s workshops, programs, and trainings impacted hundreds of young leaders in Colombia.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Janese, a 2017 YLAI Professional Fellow, is the founder of Jan’s Empowerment Institute (JEI) in Antigua and Barbuda. JEI typically provides entrepreneurship training through regular workshops in Antigua and Barbuda. By Caroline Sachdeva. “I I believe each individual is unique and possesses greatness within them,” says Janese Henderson.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 28, 2021

Contributed by Julia L F Goldstein, the founder of JLFG Communications , which helps businesses share their world-changing ideas through clear and concise content. During an online business workshop in December 2020, the presenter asked me whether our venture was a hobby or a business. Running a business.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 19, 2024

I highly recommend them to anyone who has a hard time unwinding or needs to clear your mind and relieve a little stress.” — Tom Rauen, EO Iowa, founder and CEO, 1-800-Tshirts.com EMDR Therapy and Sauna Meditation “My biggest issue with stress is when I cannot let things go, and they go round and round in my head. tax compliance.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 23, 2021

Contributed by Jeff Meade, the founder and CEO of MEADE , a management consulting firm. Not sure what types of workshops, classes, or certifications your employees need? Jeff Meade is the founder and CEO of MEADE , a management consulting firm. Now, it’s time to look forward again. Give them a say in the matter.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 26, 2023

Contributed to EO by Ashley Luck, an EO SLP member of the Edmonton chapter, One Canada Committee member, and the founder and principal of AMP Business Solutions. They can also help tailor activities, workshops and sessions to meet your group’s needs and achieve your goals.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 31, 2020

2018 YLAI fellow Kenishia Mais is the founder of ThrivingDollars , a financial education platform empowering young adults with the tools and resources they need to make smarter decisions, create their ideal financial lives, and gain the freedom to pursue more of what they love.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

We held regular workshops and invited sustainability experts from MUSE to share their insights. Contributed to EO by Jordan Kaye , an EO Los Angeles member who is the founder and CEO of Analog Events. This transparency not only strengthened our brand but also encouraged others to join us in our efforts.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

AUGUST 18, 2020

As the Co-Founder and Executive Director of TransWave Jamaica , Neish is succeeding in his mission to increase the visibility of transgender Jamaicans, provide resources to change the narrative towards a positive reflection of the community, and emphasize the need for improved healthcare and safe spaces that meet the needs of the community.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 19, 2023

Successful startup founders do not spring fully formed from the head of whatever god or goddess keeps tabs on entrepreneurs. Here’s the great news — TechCrunch Early Stage, taking place April 20 in Boston, Massachusetts, is designed to help both early and future founders accelerate the learning curve. It’s prime networking territory.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Contributed to EO by Steve Ferman, an EO New Jersey member, serial entrepreneur, and founder of 4 Pillar Coach. These groups are easy to find and fairly inexpensive to join.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 15, 2022

Brian is the founder of Daily Discipline , through which he shares powerful mindsets and explores personal skills that help accelerate the path to achieving your biggest priorities. Contributed by Brian Kight, an entrepreneur, coach, keynote speaker and EO member in Charlotte, NC. Think about it. Because people are impatient.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

AUGUST 4, 2021

i2E’s popular e3 workshop for entrepreneurs helps Oklahoma entrepreneurs to determine market fit for their product and gain valuable inside into their concept. If you’re not familiar with e3, the workshop evaluates opportunities, equips entrepreneurs with the tools they need to launch and empowers them to create high growth companies.

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StartupNation

MAY 4, 2021

Today, Wheat is executive director and co-founder at Venture Catalysts in Detroit, a nonprofit venture and ecosystem development group, and lead of Backstage Capital’s Detroit Accelerator , a three-month program designed to give underrepresented founders the financial support they need to reach their next critical milestone.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JULY 16, 2021

He is also the founder of WHYFARM (We Help You-th Farm), an award-winning nonprofit organization that pioneers agricultural educational entertainment (AgriEduTainment), and creator of AGRIman, the world’s first superhero for food and nutrition security.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The 10 or so founders chosen for Converge will receive $1 million each and admission to five weeks of office hours, workshops and events with OpenAI staff, as well as early access to OpenAI models and “programming tailored to AI companies.”

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 31, 2024

A customer experience workshop helped me narrow down our demographic and understand how Aldea’s unique offering differentiates us and helps our brand stand out from the competition. Contributed to EO by Johanna Bialkin, an EO San Francisco member who is the founder and CEO of Aldea Home & Baby.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 6, 2023

Soon enough, we’ll be coming straight atcha with a host of speakers, workshops, roundtables, and networking opportunities that are sure to accelerate your dream. TechCrunch Early Stage is designed to help founders and early-stage startups build stronger businesses. It’s TechCrunch Early Stage 2023!

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Y Combinator

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Edlyft co-founder and CEO Erika Hairston never imagined herself as a “techie,” but was drawn to computer science while at Yale University—not that it was a cinch for her. “I They coordinate a monthly call with other founders from their batch to maintain their motivation, and aren’t afraid to ask for help.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 26, 2021

Find all that — and connect with your early-founder community — at TC Early Stage 2021. We’re hosting two of these virtual bootcamps designed for early-stage startup founders and open to investors, later-stage founders and other startup enthusiasts. Early-bird pricing: We offer two pass levels — Founder and Innovator.

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Y Combinator

JULY 20, 2021

The program offers all YC founders resources to help them achieve the best possible outcomes when raising capital: year-round workshops, detailed fundraising guides & templates, and 1:1 support. This is a great role for somebody who loves helping startups, is eager to talk with YC founders (our customers!), Learn more.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

She is the co-founder of Brand of a Leader , the personal branding agency for entrepreneurs. I remember walking into the room one morning and fellow attendee Robyn Rosenberger, founder of Tiny Superheroes, said she believed in me and told me to keep going. And it’s been an amazing journey since.

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Hunter Walk

MAY 17, 2024

It’s also not an accident that, upon stepping back from being Textio’s CEO, I’ve built a sizable exec coaching practice working largely with early stage founders. I love leading workshops for the team on how to tell effective stories with data. HW: I think of you first and foremost as a founder, not a ‘female founder.’

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 18, 2020

Gry Tomte is the founder and director of HÜD Skin + Body , a skin clinic based in Melbourne, Australia. We did live events or podcasts and workshops. If you can keep customers engaged at times like these, you’ll earn even greater loyalty in the long term. FOCUS ON SPREADING POSITIVITY, NOT SELLING. Add value, be everywhere. “We

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 24, 2020

2018 YLAI Fellow and co-founder of L3G’s & Associates, Fatima Chi, is empowering businesses in her community in Belize to take control of their finances. I was able to learn by being exposed to workshops, seminars and my internship placement with Economic Arkansas in the U.S. Strengthening my business skills.

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