March, 2025

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BE 2.0: Lead by Example – Turning Feedback into Growth

Paul G. Silva

This post is part of my ongoing series exploring lessons from Jim Collins’s book, BE 2.0 (Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0). When Leaders Grow, Teams Follow In BE 2.0 , Jim Collins emphasizes a powerful truth: organizations can only grow as much as their leaders do. When leaders commit to self-improvement, they create a culture where growth becomes the standard.

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A Founder's Guide: Essential Management Advice for Startups

Tomasz Tunguz

As startups scale, effective management becomes the difference between chaotic growth and sustainable success. After analyzing hundreds of posts on startup management, I’ve distilled the key pieces of advice that founders and leaders should keep in mind. 1. Management Philosophy Management is a design pattern : Just like engineering has patterns, management has best practices that can be learned and applied systematically.

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Local, Circular, Resilient: How Cambium is Shaping the Future of Material Supply Chains

Revolution

At Rise of the Rest, we back companies building solutions that are both transformational and tangible. Cambium s model is exactly thatredefining how supply chains function, starting withlumber. When we first invested in Cambium, we were drawn to the clarity of the teams vision: create a transparent and traceable logistics operating system that takes local, fallen trees (that would otherwise end up in landfills) and turns them into high-quality, lower carbon building materials.

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Chegg Donates $50K to Stevens Institute of Technology, Fueling Student Innovation

American Entrepreneurship

The iSTEM program was designed to provide a platform for students who struggle in conventional learning environments yet exhibit exceptional creative and problem-solving abilities. At the same time, Launchpad@Stevens supports student innovation by providing mentorship, funding, and networking opportunities. Chegg, a leading student-first online learning platform, has contributed to advancing student innovation by donating $50,000 to Stevens Institute of Technologys iSTEM and Launchpad@Stevens pr

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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When Software Eats the World, Vulnerable Populations – Like Kids – Can Get Exposed to Venture Risk Without Knowing It

Hunter Walk

I’m a believer in the ‘ software eats the world ‘ thesis, although I often change it to ‘software enables the world,’ which is not nearly as evocative but also not as consumptive. One byproduct of this movement, especially during the blitzscaling era , were new startups in areas such as finance, healthcare, housing, education, using venture capital to acquire customers at accelerated rates.

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Talk to Your Heroes: How I Built a Virtual Board That Enhances My Decision-Making

Paul G. Silva

Have you ever wished you could pick the brains of Seth Godin, Jim Collins, and Eric Ries (or whoever are your intellectual heroes) whenever you face a business challenge? What if you could assemble your dream team of advisors and consult them anytime, day or night, without scheduling conflicts or hefty consulting fees? This isn’t a fantasy. Using ChatGPT, you can create a virtual board of advisors that brings the wisdom and perspectives of your chosen mentors to your fingertips.

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Entrepreneurs: Employment law is not on your side!  

Berkonomics

A punch in the gut Small companies most often scrape by with borrowed or invested funds, doing everything possible to grow and prosper with limited resources. So, it is like a punch in the gut when an employee makes a claim against the company for a perceived or actual violation of a law or regulation. Or when a former employee strikes out with a suit claiming discrimination for one of a thousand causes.

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How women innovators in Asia-Pacific are transforming food security, nutrition and climate action

Impact Hub

How women innovators in Asia-Pacific are transforming food security, nutrition and climate action With 370+ million people facing undernutrition and climate change disrupting agriculture, these women-led innovations are stepping up to create lasting solutions. The Bayer Foundation Women Entrepreneurs Award, powered by Impact Hub, supports these change-makers and their groundbreaking work in the Philippines, Thailand, and Indonesia.

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“AI Agents for Small Business: The Ultimate Guide to Automation and Growth”

American Entrepreneurship

This article explains AI agents and how businesses can use them. Also, examples of ones that can be readily integrated into small business operations are given, plus other valuable insights about AI agents to help you grow your business. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept reserved for tech giants. Today, AI agents for small businesses are transforming operations, improving efficiency, and enhancing customer experiences like never before.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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After Investing $100 Million Into New VC Firms, Here’s What I Look For: Traditional But Better, or Different & Excellent.

Hunter Walk

Screendoor has now looked at more than 1,500 venture firms raising funds, backing roughly 1.5% of them, often as their first or second largest investor. When I’m scanning a pitch deck I’m basically looking to put it into one of two buckets – Traditional or Different. “ Traditional But Better ” means they are basically running a playbook which doesn’t appear too different from existing firms – sourcing companies in categories considered ‘venture sca

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Ultimate Event for Entrepreneurs Comes to New Zealand: INSPIRE & SUCCEED

NZ Entrepreneur

The ultimate live event for entrepreneurs, INSPIRE + SUCCEED is coming to New Zealand for the first time in April-May, presented by Success Resources. Taking place in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington, the premiere event will present pioneers in business, innovation and leadership, including innovative founders Brianne West , Nadia Lim , Sam Stubbs , Iyia Liu , special guest Dan Carter and more.

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Lopsided AI Revenues

Tomasz Tunguz

Which is the best business in AI at the moment? I analyzed Q4 revenue data from publicly traded companies across multiple sectorssoftware companies, consulting firms, and hardware manufacturers to determine which segment dominates the AI market. NVIDIA’s data center business dominated the field, generating $31b in Q4 revenue with impressive margins exceeding 70%.

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Bessemer Raises $350M for India-Focused Fund, Expands Early-Stage Investments

AsiaTechDaily

Bessemer Venture Partners has launched its second India-focused fund, raising $350 million to back early-stage startups.

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How Top Tech CFOs Solve Annual Planning’s Biggest Challenges

Gearing up for 2025 annual planning? Our latest eBook from the Operators Guild is your ultimate guide. Discover real-world solutions and best practices shared by top CFOs, drawn directly from discussions within OG’s vibrant online community. Learn from senior executives at high-growth tech startups as they outline financial planning strategies, align CEO and board goals, and coordinate budgets across departments.

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How Capsule is supporting young women to build thriving businesses

Impact Hub

How Capsule is supporting young women to build thriving businesses Despite Romania’s growing startup ecosystem, women founders remain disproportionately low. The Capsule programme, a European Erasmus+ initiative, set out to tackle this gap by providing mentorship, coaching, and hands-on training to young women in Romania, Hungary, and Croatia, equipping them with the skills and confidence to build successful businesses.

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Supergut Secures New Funding and Expands Leadership to Drive Growth in Gut Health

American Entrepreneurship

The new CEO Tracey Warner Halama takes the helm during the companys next strategic growth stage backed by growth equity firm Full Frame Growth Partners. Supergut, a trailblazer in gut health and GLP-1 nutrition, has announced the successful closure of a major minority growth investment. The funding will fuel the companys expansion into retail, drive product innovation, and support the hiring of top-tier talent.

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[H2Pro in PR Newswire] Latvenergo and H2Pro sign MOU to advance green hydrogen commercialization in Latvia

OurCrowd

CAESAREA, IsraelandRIGA, Latvia,March 11, 2025/PRNewswire/ — Latvenergo,Latvia’snational electricity company, and H2Pro, an Israeli innovator in green hydrogen production, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore the feasibility of deploying H2Pro’s breakthroughdecoupledelectrolysis technology inLatvia. The signing took place at an event inTel Avivhosted by Minister of the Economics of the Republic ofLatvia, Mr.

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Coworking Spaces & Digital Nomads in Da Nang

Deskmag

Da Nang is a hotspot for digital nomads. As a result, coworking spaces here operate differently than elsewhere! Why does Da Nang attract so many digital nomads? And which coworking space could suit you best?

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Your Fractional Finance and Accounting Team

Mighty Financial specializes in supporting the financial aspirations of small businesses and entrepreneurs. With our comprehensive bookkeeping and precise accounting expertise with decades of experience across diverse financial roles, our team offers tailor-made services ranging from essential bookkeeping to strategic fractional CFO support, catered specifically to the unique challenges of technology companies, startups, and SMEs.

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How Much Is A Venture Firm Worth?

Tomasz Tunguz

A small spin-out from a publicly traded behemoth launched with the ambitious vision of transforming their entire industry. Within just a few years, as capital markets shifted in their favor, they emerged simultaneously as both innovators & titans in their field. We don’t often think of private equity this way, but that’s exactly what happened when KKR spun out of Bear Stearns and Michael Milken at Drexel Burnham Lambert catalyzed the junk bond boom of the 1980s.

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AJVC Closes $12M Fund to Support AI, SaaS, and Consumer Tech Startups

AsiaTechDaily

Indias A Junior VC (AJVC), by Aviral Bhatnagar, has secured Rs 100 crore ($12 million) for its debut venture fund.

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Navigating Entrepreneurship

Forward Cities

E3 Durham’s Business Navigators offer hands-on, personalized guidance to help entrepreneurs thrive in Durhams local business ecosystem.

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Crimson Founders Brings MIT & Harvard-Affiliated Startups to UAE’s Thriving Innovation Landscape

American Entrepreneurship

Six startups showcased at Investopia 2025 represented a diverse range of industries, demonstrating the breadth of innovation within Crimson Founders 2025. Crimson Founders, a global platform dedicated to connecting MIT and Harvard-affiliated startups with investors, strategic partners, and expansion opportunities, has successfully concluded The Crimson Collective Week 1.0 in the United Arab Emirates.

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Digitalization: 5 Tech Updates That Will Help You Survive The Recession & Thrive

Lack of digitalization decreases business competitiveness. To thrive, embracing modern solutions becomes essential. The approach to digitalization often aligns with a company's business model. This shift not only boosts productivity but also automates processes and improves security. The tech market offers a wealth of technologies tailored for management, planning, and forecasting, replacing outdated pen-and-paper methods.

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[Stellar Cyber in BusinessWire] Stellar Cyber founder Aimei Wei named to 2025 Inc. Female Founders List

OurCrowd

SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aimei Wei, Founder and CTO atStellar Cyber, the innovator of Open XDR, has been named to Inc.Magazines 500 Female Founders list. Featured in todays issue of Inc., the list includes impressive female entrepreneurs who are changing the face of business in many different fields. Read more here.

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GCUC Boston- Bigger and Better Than Ever

GCUC

GCUC Boston- Bigger and Better Than Ever The coworking worlds most anticipated event is here, GCUC Boston, and you dont want to miss it.

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Halving R&D with AI & the Impact to Valuation

Tomasz Tunguz

Engineering teams within AI application startups are much smaller than a classic software company - maybe half the size or less. Let’s run an experiment : let’s assume every public software company benefits immediately to the same extent & cuts R&D spending by half. 1 How would the value of these businesses change? 2 72% of unprofitable SaaS companies would become profitable.

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Investing in Change: Maaike Doyer on Women, Capital, and Opportunity

AsiaTechDaily

Women entrepreneurs struggle to secure the funding needed to grow their businesses.

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PE Mastery: CAPTARGET's Playbook for Quality Lead Flow

CAPTARGET presents a masterclass in M&A deal sourcing. Learn to cast a wide net, embracing seller self-identification. Consistency is the linchpin: keep the origination process steady for a reliable flow of opportunities. Diversify your tactics, employing various tools and vendors. Tech matters! Understand DNS settings, domain authority, and brand presence for optimal outreach.