American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 20, 2025

expansion partner of Capital Factoryone of the leading startup accelerators and investor networks in TexasSTATION DC brings Capital Factorys resources, mentorship, and investor connections to the D.C. A Robust Network of industry leaders, policymakers, military officials, and investors working across high-impact sectors.

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StartupNation

MAY 18, 2025

They’re brilliant at product development and fundraising pitches but treat contracts as an afterthought. A solo entrepreneur I know includes a simple “partnership roadmap” section in her client agreements, outlining potential future expansion opportunities. Yet most founders I meet are making the same mistakes.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

A Bold Vision for AI Conference Format HumanX aims to break the mold of traditional AI conferences, focusing on showcasing cutting-edge AI technologies and creating opportunities for executives and professionals to engage in real, in-depth dialogue. Curated Networking Opportunities HumanX recognizes the value of meaningful connections.

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Jason Malki

APRIL 24, 2025

The opportunity to grow and expand my network by meeting like-minded individuals is also a huge valueadd. I think it is important to remember that you dont have to swing at every pitch. Meaning, you are going to see and learn about tons of great opportunities but the hard part is saying no a helluva a lot more than you say yes.

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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. In such cases, these should not be entered into the sales funnel as viable opportunities.

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StartupNation

JULY 11, 2025

These stories get passed around like proof that success is just one smart pitch away. Investors want to see opportunities that don’t hinge on one person. Image by Freepik Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Find free courses, mentorship, networking and grants created just for small businesses. However, they’re not the norm.

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Hunter Walk

MARCH 3, 2025

When I’m scanning a pitch deck I’m basically looking to put it into one of two buckets – Traditional or Different. But we’re interested in taking this risk when the person and opportunity warrants it. Screendoor has now looked at more than 1,500 venture firms raising funds, backing roughly 1.5%

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This is going to be BIG.

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Winning the best deals requires the entire firmall of their collective networks, insights, and resources. Success Breeds More Opportunity Heres a hill that Ill die on as well: Your venture career is better off if you're working alongside the best possible people. Go get the best people!

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NZ Entrepreneur

MARCH 27, 2025

SME owners have the opportunity to form direct relationships with journalists, industry influencers, and content creators who can help amplify their brands message. A targeted, well-researched pitch to the right journalist at the right publication is far more effective. Be available The media cycle moves quickly.

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The Zapier Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Use automation to get more out of LinkedIn Get the free eBook Some weeks, I'm on fire, posting daily and engaging with my network. The level of transparency makes it easier to pitch brand partnerships—especially if you're trying to monetize LinkedIn —and refine your content strategy.

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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. On June 27, companies will pitch to investors at MedTech World in San Jose.

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Leapfunder

JUNE 5, 2025

VCs in our network: Get started Sign up as investor Sign up as startup Sign up as VC Invest in startups Early Bird Holedo The Netherlands Every industry has a talent pool. Make a difference Build a relationship with your startups, and add value from your experience and network. Return p.a.

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Leapfunder

JUNE 5, 2025

VCs in our network: Get started Sign up as investor Sign up as startup Sign up as VC Invest in startups Early Bird Holedo The Netherlands Every industry has a talent pool. Make a difference Build a relationship with your startups, and add value from your experience and network. Return p.a.

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Leapfunder

JUNE 5, 2025

VCs in our network: Get started Sign up as investor Sign up as startup Sign up as VC Invest in startups Early Bird Holedo The Netherlands Every industry has a talent pool. Make a difference Build a relationship with your startups, and add value from your experience and network. Return p.a.

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Leapfunder

JUNE 5, 2025

VCs in our network: Get started Sign up as investor Sign up as startup Sign up as VC Invest in startups Early Bird Holedo The Netherlands Every industry has a talent pool. Make a difference Build a relationship with your startups, and add value from your experience and network. Return p.a.

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Leapfunder

JUNE 5, 2025

VCs in our network: Get started Sign up as investor Sign up as startup Sign up as VC Invest in startups Early Bird Holedo The Netherlands Every industry has a talent pool. Make a difference Build a relationship with your startups, and add value from your experience and network. Return p.a.

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Leapfunder

JUNE 5, 2025

VCs in our network: Get started Sign up as investor Sign up as startup Sign up as VC Invest in startups Early Bird Holedo The Netherlands Every industry has a talent pool. Make a difference Build a relationship with your startups, and add value from your experience and network. Return p.a.

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Dream It

MARCH 6, 2020

Berman comes from a real estate background, and he co-founded Camber Creek after realizing an opportunity to “create a double alpha situation,” both investing in high-growth startups and using those startups to improve the operations of his own real estate portfolio. You should pitch how to get higher rents.

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This is going to be BIG.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

In fact, you could make the argument that, because of their lack of advantages in other areas, the ones who make it to a venture pitch actually have more of these raw ingredients because they’ve had to in order to make it to the same destination as their straight white male counterparts. The reasons why are plentiful and probably overlapping.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 5, 2022

It’s an incredibly valuable event for both EO Accelerators and EO members with startups that want to attract investments in addition to EO members who are looking for the right investment opportunity. The DX event is so powerful because of the networking quality among the MyEO DX community. Who can attend DX22?

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This is going to be BIG.

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

Takes an hour or an hour and a half at most and everyone gets the benefit of a public conversation--versus three or four hours of pitches. Those kinds of requests feel desperate and not only undermine their pitch, but it''s still real time that adds up. Panel prep calls. There''s a special place in hell for panel prep calls.

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TechCrunch

MAY 14, 2021

TC Sessions: Mobility, which takes place on June 9, features the top minds and makers, draws thousands of attendees, fosters collaborative community and creates a networking environment ripe with opportunities. You can highlight your pitch deck, run a video loop and/or host live demos. Show us your extraordinary tech and talent!

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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. Sure, it is an opportunity to give back, but that is just the tip of the iceberg. It strengthened my belief in the power of mentorship and the cohesive, supportive nature of the EO network.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

As the captain of your ship, you’ll navigate a vast sea of opportunities. In the high-stakes adventure of entrepreneurship, the search for your ideal clients and employees can become a thrilling quest. But here’s the catch – to reel in your ideal fish, you’ve got to know where to cast your line.

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This is going to be BIG.

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

She was pitching for a pre-seed round of $400k. Founders hit the street with their pitch deck, some make it, and some don’t, but nearly all of them ascribe a lot more human influence over the process than there probably is. I’m a female founder. I don’t have a technical co-founder. I don’t have enough traction.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

You’ll expand your network, engage with other successful entrepreneurs, discuss your business model with experts and develop a pitch that could win you up to $10,000! This is a no-cost opportunity! The weekly ZOOM sessions will be on Tuesdays, March 23, 2021 – June 2, 2021 / 2:00 – 5:00 P.M. Visit [link].

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David Teten VC

JULY 27, 2021

Some of the greatest areas of innovation opportunity are at the intersection of sectors historically segregated , e.g., computational biology. Contestants pitch their legal product idea for a chance to win $5,000, tutoring, and more. Student teams pitch and compete for more than $1.5 Many universities (e.g.,

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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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TechCrunch

APRIL 29, 2022

Funding isn’t the only disparity, says Feinzaig: founders with strong networks are unlikely to face real scrutiny until seeking a Series B, but “meanwhile in Planet Scrappy, Series A level diligence happens at the pre-seed stage.” Pitch deck teardown: Minut. Pitch Deck Teardown: Minut.

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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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This is going to be BIG.

DECEMBER 26, 2011

One of the best things any investor can do is to pull back from the day to day of getting pitches and think about high level trends. Credit cards "just work" and peer to peer transactions just aren't big enough to bootstrap a network. What areas are going to change? What areas need to be disrupted? What will Facebook do to things?

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

MARCH 1, 2022

This program lets you engage with other successful entrepreneurs, discuss your business model with experts, and develop a pitch that could win you up to $10,000! This is a no-cost opportunity! Invite your friends and family to the pitch event. One-on-one mentoring/coaching sessions will also be provided each week. Visit [link].

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

But we’re talking science fact, not fiction, and TC Sessions: Space 2020 provides real opportunity to connect with the people, information and funding you need to boldly build the future of space technology. Here’s a classic “but wait, there’s more” moment, because we’re not done adding opportunity. Go boldly, yes.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 6, 2020

My husband and I are also pitching a second Weird Homes Tour book with all of the cities in it. But, I knew I’d be opening a second location the following year, so I used this opportunity to build the desk-less front desk! Growth naturally comes with obstacles and opportunities. What’s next? Can you share any specifics?

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Before you can pitch your idea to investors or apply for a loan from a financial institution, you should draft a business plan. It’s also an excellent networking resource, as it connects veterans with fellow entrepreneurs and mentors. SCORE: SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

MAY 9, 2022

The opportunity to win an additional $2,500 in a People’s Choice Award sponsored by CNB Bank. The chance to pitch the business concept for a $10,000 seed grant from Ben Franklin. Stay for a fun networking event, sponsored by Just Realty, following the presentations. A guaranteed seat in an upcoming business accelerator program.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

APRIL 24, 2021

As a serial technical founder, I often get approached for co-founder opportunities. Yet they are a dime a dozen when compared with the number of talented technologists who have the skills to build and ship a product and who can essentially choose their opportunities as they wish. Outline what is the problem, solution and the market.

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