NZ Entrepreneur

MARCH 16, 2025

Read the interview: Richard Liew: For those who may not know who Ministry of Awesome is – let’s just assume there might be some – can you give us your elevator pitch? We’ve got some really incredible people that have joined our team to provide that one-to-one mentorship and advice.

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StartupNation

MAY 18, 2025

They’re brilliant at product development and fundraising pitches but treat contracts as an afterthought. Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Find free courses, mentorship, networking and grants created just for small businesses. Yet most founders I meet are making the same mistakes. The good news?

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StartupNation

JUNE 29, 2025

The Pros and Cons of Sales Commissions Make the First Meeting a Conversation, Not a Pitch The first meeting with a prospect (and often several subsequent meetings) should be conversations, not presentations or demonstrations. It is essential to avoid depending on demonstrations to make this happen. A training event will never do the job.

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StartupNation

JULY 11, 2025

These stories get passed around like proof that success is just one smart pitch away. Image by Freepik Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Find free courses, mentorship, networking and grants created just for small businesses. The solo founder who raised $2 million in two weeks. The startup that went public five years later.

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StartupNation

JULY 24, 2025

Customization tools: It offers controls for pitch, pause, pronunciation, emphasis, and narration speed in the audio, ensuring that it aligns with your desired emotional tone. Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Find free courses, mentorship, networking and grants created just for small businesses.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 12, 2025

Through MTI’s flagship four-month program, the companies will receive mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to industry networks that are instrumental in advancing to the U.S. This international cohort will benefit from deep mentorship and unmatched access as they advance toward U.S. market entry and partnership.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 5, 2022

The DX event is so powerful because of the networking quality among the MyEO DX community. The three-day DX22 event will be filled with opportunities to network—both formally and informally–and feature intriguing keynote speakers on such topics as real estate, e-commerce and cryptocurrency. Who can attend DX22?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 12, 2024

These EOers work with the students to refine their pitches and provide insights and tips to help them succeed in the high-level competition. It strengthened my belief in the power of mentorship and the cohesive, supportive nature of the EO network. The depth of learning I gained from the students!

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 24, 2014

Not every VC used to get pitched by VC funds for a living and has seen hundreds and hundreds of VC pitch decks. Their guidance and network can also make these companies better. What I''m talking about is how to get mentorship to launch and run my own fund. How are we supposed to get better? I still would.

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David Teten VC

JULY 27, 2021

Contestants pitch their legal product idea for a chance to win $5,000, tutoring, and more. The Baylor New Venture Competition is a business plan and elevator pitch competition for college students from around the globe. Eligible startups compete to win funding, legal support, and mentorship totaling more than $100,000.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 19, 2024

My first pitch was not to investors or potential clients; it was to my fiancée, convincing her to delay our wedding plans until Equifund was up and running — a promise that took significantly longer than the anticipated six months to fulfill. I doubled down on my efforts, making more calls, writing more content, and networking tirelessly.

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Source Link

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Then we welcomed newly launched affiliates to the growing SourceLink network: BizLink Orange , SourceLink Nebraska and West Virginia BusinessLink. These questions were addressed in small group discussions: What have you learned about your network and community this last year? What is the new normal for your team and network?

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American Entrepreneurship

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

This annual gathering brings together a dynamic mix of entrepreneurs, angel investors, and venture capitalists from the surrounding states, creating a fertile ground for innovation, networking, and investment opportunities. With a rigorous selection process, only the most promising tech-enabled companies get the chance to pitch.

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

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. Before you can pitch your idea to investors or apply for a loan from a financial institution, you should draft a business plan. and overall, 6.8

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StartupNation

AUGUST 8, 2021

Pitch your business idea at a competition to earn startup funding. Plus, if you don’t win, you’ll still grow your pitching skills, hash out your business plan and potentially meet like-minded entrepreneurs (potential partners) and venture capitalists. Check out this list of pitching competitions. Accelerators.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

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. Think: How could you make money without an institutional investor, friends, family or internal networks?

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StartupNation

APRIL 5, 2021

The program also includes mentorship, access to online resources and the opportunity to be considered for even larger grants. Winners will also have access to resources and mentorship to propel their businesses forward. The program is set to reopen in September 2021, so get a head start and find out if your business qualifies here.

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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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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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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 31, 2024

Entrepreneurs seek to find the right investor and to make the best pitch when the opportunity comes Entrepreneurs start their companies with great passion and big dreams. Building a rapport may lead to mentorship, strategic guidance, or an advisory role. Many, but not all, turn to investors to provide the necessary funds to grow.

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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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TechCrunch

MARCH 8, 2023

The 10 startups are pitching for a spot in the top five to be eligible for one-on-one mentorship and up to €50,000 in cash rewards and prizes that will be awarded next month, the group said. It hopes to expand in 15 different currencies across 44 countries by the end of the year, Dikonguè said during her pitch.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 16, 2021

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. Investors can get a feel for founder personalities, hear soft pitches and share connections, ideas and commonalities that don’t naturally come up over Zoom.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 14, 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.

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Learn more The BOSS Network and Sage Invest in Progress Grant: $10,000 grants to 25 eligible entrepreneurs that in its inaugural year 2022 included one year of monthly mentorship through the BOSS University, an online program that helps Black women successfully start and grow a business. Four entry periods throughout the year.

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Feedough

MARCH 22, 2021

This validation often requires the startup to pitch in some money. Friends and family usually pitch in during the pre-seed stage as the amount required is relatively low, and they trust the founders more than the idea. They provide services such as assistance, office spaces and networking opportunities. Let’s find out.

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AsiaTechDaily

JUNE 12, 2023

The Women in Entrepreneurship Incubator, in recognition of the challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia, aims to bridge the gap in mentorship, networking opportunities, and funding. The five most promising teams will be able to secure up to S$80,000 in funding to fuel their ventures and drive social impact.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

AUGUST 5, 2024

From understanding customer discovery to building a compelling pitch deck, TechCelerator offers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet the needs of early-stage startups. Comprehensive Curriculum: Gain insights into customer discovery, business model development, and creating a powerful pitch deck.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

JUNE 4, 2021

2) National Black MBA Association Scale-Up Pitch Challenge. The National Black MBA Association Scale-Up Pitch Challenge is another great source of funding for minority start-ups. Through this competition, you get the chance to network with possible investors, and also win between $1000 to $50,000 in funding for their business.

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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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David Teten VC

DECEMBER 2, 2019

I suggest start by looking at the many programs offered by the Fortune 500’s startup networks. Future Labs Flash Pitch. “For Thiel Fellows skip or stop out of college to receive a $100,000 grant and support from the Thiel Foundation’s network of founders, investors, and scientists.”. Google AI for Social Good. Pioneer.app. “Get

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Impact Hub

MAY 27, 2024

adidas Community Lab: Empowering latino/a/e social entrepreneurs in Portland The 2023 adidas Community Lab, in collaboration with Impact Hub, supports Black and Latino/a/e social entrepreneurs by providing resources, funding, and mentorship. It was surreal and such an honour to win first place at adidas Community Lab Pitch Day.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

When facing the challenges of starting a business, a founder needs to be resourceful—and that includes having a network of contacts who are supportive and available to help. Find the networking arenas that align with your industry and entrepreneurial passion. The pitch is typically given when approaching an investor face to face.

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Impact Hub

MAY 13, 2021

They also gained invaluable mentorship from field experts that helped ensure they would be able to offer this much-needed service while remaining successful in the long term. . Yakubu and Raymond claim that the New Economy Booster program was pivotal in granting them access to learning resources and networking opportunities.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The most important thing to look for when determining if corporate venture capital is right for your startup is that the firm you are pitching is actually the best fit for the stage of your business. Venture capitalists usually provide more than just financial support – they can also offer valuable resources and mentorship.

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Jason Malki

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether it’s through a recruitment workshop I’m hosting, bringing on a company as a full-time client, or just networking, I love figuring out how a company can succeed through talent. This involves actively participating in pitch competitions, where we can identify budding enterprises with high potential and offer our expertise.

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AsiaTechDaily

MAY 25, 2022

month program supports startups financially and gives them multiple opportunities to network with top tech companies, VCs, mentors, etc. “The KSGC provides you with the connections that will help you build your company and develop a strong network in Korea,” said Chea Srun, CEO of XQuant, a startup from Hong Kong.

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