Both Sides of the Table

MAY 9, 2018

This is a very common scenario when entrepreneurs pitch VCs and frankly is a very common scenario when VCs try to raise money from LPs. When you pitched me I really did love you. I was amazed at your innovation, approach, cleverness, enthusiasm, leadership traits, background, education, team? New York, Chicago, Boston, etc.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

In order to make those investments, venture firms must first have the money, which means they’re not only just the funders, they’re fundraisers, too. But that image is only one part of venture capital. Which LPs are you targeting? To find the right investors, you first need to consider LPs’ investment criteria.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 28, 2022

Property technology has radically impacted the way we live and travel, but the real estate industry has successfully resisted most attempts to innovate. “What you want as an entrepreneur is funders nodding in agreement with your pitch before you even have a chance to finish it,” write Fingert and Foster.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 6, 2020

Here are four startup myths that hold innovation back. One 2018 study found that, during investment pitches, female entrepreneurs are more likely to be asked “prevention” questions, or those related to safety and potential risks and losses. Your Guide to the Season’s Hottest Gifts from Dell: Download Now and Save up to 39% Off.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

The driving force of economic growth for the US is gains in productivity driven by calculated risk-takers, passionate entrepreneurs and disruptive innovation. We work closely with angel investors, venture capitalists, technology transfer offices, federal and philanthropic funders, and other entrepreneurship support program providers.

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Founders Coop

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Compromising for Cash When Y combinator moved from Boston to the Bay Area – without doubt the dominant market for venture backed tech innovation in the world – Techstars began to see itself as the “YC for everywhere else”. It’s fair to say that the Seattle startup community would not be where it is today without Techstars.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

AUGUST 14, 2020

Eva Doss, President and CEO at The Launch Place, elaborated, “We had multiple organizations in the region that were providing specific services to entrepreneurs and small businesses: business counseling, seminars, workshops, investment capital, pitch competitions, networking events, etc. Challenges. Patience is key.

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TechCrunch

MAY 25, 2022

Funds need funders too, however, and the lack of traditional LPs willing to write checks for this industry can be problematic even though investments are trending upward. There is significant trapped value in cannabis, and until we acknowledge and remove bias from business, we will continue to miss opportunities for justice and innovation.

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Angel Capital Association

APRIL 15, 2021

The conference, which kicks off May 3 with the Innovation Funders Showcase , will provide attendees a dynamic virtual experience under the themes of economic recovery, angel education, and expanding horizons. This annual event is about collaborating to bring angels and entrepreneurs together.”.

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David Teten VC

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Bluhm/Helfand Social Innovation (BHSI) Fellowship. Future Labs Flash Pitch. “For J.M.Kaplan Innovation Prize. “The Innovation Prize seeks out innovators who are spearheading transformative early-stage projects in the fields of the environment, heritage conservation, and social justice. Google AI for Social Good.

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David Teten VC

JANUARY 21, 2021

Jonathan Bragdon , CEO, describes Capacity as “a team of founders-turned-funders making non-dilutive, founder-aligned investments of $50-$300k in post-startup, post-revenue businesses planning to 2X revenues in 12-24 months. Capacity Capital , based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, was launched in 2020 with a primary focus on the Southeast.

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David Teten VC

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Bluhm/Helfand Social Innovation (BHSI) Fellowship. The Engelberg Center on Innovation Law & Policy is inviting applications to its one-year fellowship program, open to lawyers, technologists, artists, policymakers, academics, and innovators of all kinds. Future Labs Flash Pitch. “For J.M.Kaplan Innovation Prize. “The

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David Teten VC

JANUARY 21, 2021

Jonathan Bragdon , CEO, describes Capacity as “a team of founders-turned-funders making non-dilutive, founder-aligned investments of $50-$300k in post-startup, post-revenue businesses planning to 2X revenues in 12-24 months. Capacity Capital , based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, was launched in 2020 with a primary focus on the Southeast.

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