Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 16, 2024

For first-stage entrepreneurs who have achieved initial success and want to grow further, the EO Accelerator (EOA) learning program serves as a catalyst for entrepreneurs aiming to surpass US$1 million in revenue. One reason behind the value EO Accelerator creates is that EO treats Accelerators as equals on par with regular EO members.

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500

OCTOBER 25, 2019

How has corporate venture capital changed? Conventional wisdom dictated that incumbents should focus their innovation efforts on R&D and growing their cash cows while investing in a few startups. But the rate of change has accelerated and with it, the balance of internal versus external investment. Since 2010, we’ve.

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 18, 2019

Across the world, various economic development organizations, government agencies, and non-profits are putting in admirable and well-intentioned efforts to develop startup ecosystems. Very little time and effort is spent helping professional, full time investors raise capital for venture funds.

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500

OCTOBER 4, 2019

One of these often-overlooked regions is Russia, which despite challenges, has a booming tech and startup ecosystem. Thirty hand-selected startups took. The post 500 Around the World: Takeaways from the Sberbank-500 Accelerator appeared first on 500 Startups.

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Paul G. Silva

MARCH 17, 2020

Startups need capital to launch and grow. What many entrepreneurs don’t know is that startup capital comes in many different flavors. Here is a 2-page table summarizing each of the major flavors of capital, their pros, cons, and who they are good for. I hope you find it helpful!

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 30, 2014

Many startups now go through accelerators and have mentors passing through each day with advice – usually it’s conflicting. There are bootcamps, startup classes, video interviews – the sources are now endless. Improving startup productivity ? Startup psychology / confidence ? Startup Lessons'

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

I was reading Danielle Morrill’s blog post today on whether one’s “ Startup Burn Rate is Normal. I love how transparently Danielle lives her startup (& encourages other to join in) because it provides much needed transparency to other startups. ” I highly recommend reading it.

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This is going to be BIG.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

11) This accelerator is really hard to get into. 12) We''re using lean startup methodology. 11) This accelerator is really hard to get into. 12) We''re using lean startup methodology. Venture Capital & Technology' This list needs no explanation: 1) You need a technical co-founder. 3) No one else can do this.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

The world around us is being disrupted by the acceleration of technology into more industries and more consumer applications. how on Earth could the venture capital market stand still? Today you have funders focused exclusively on “Day 0” startups or ones that aren’t even created yet. Of course we can’t. dot-com bonanza.

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This is going to be BIG.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

It might work against all your instincts, but I can’t help but wonder if the better strategy is to go full Thelma & Louise—to accelerate your growth enough to get noticed while you’re running down the cash. To me, that has a high chance of putting off the inevitable—running out of money during a fundraising process.

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Founder Bounty

JANUARY 21, 2025

If its a top tier accelerator like Ycombinator you should definitely do it. I have worked in finance and well as been though Techstars and have seen it all in the world of startups. The answer is YES. If you get an offer from YC , take it How to build a $20M fuel business.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 10, 2015

There is not a single case I’ve been involved with in any of the startups I’ve backed that has even a small bit of merit. This also happens out of “startup weekends” where it’s unclear who contributed to the IP and where many people don’t continue with the idea beyond the first 30 days.

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AsiaTechDaily

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The trio will introduce a new accelerator program in Japan. Techstars Tokyo builds upon the organization’s ecosystem development initiatives, which have historically supported entrepreneurs in their early stages through programs like Founder Catalyst and Startup Weekend.

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Dream It

APRIL 24, 2019

Virtual reality and AR have the potential to transform a number of areas within real estate and the building process: Property walkthroughs that can accelerate the sales process for residential brokers. The startup partners with local real estate photography and video firms to get its product into the hands of users.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 15, 2023

Amid these turbulent times, the VC accelerator industry has emerged as a stalwart player. the free YC Startup School courses). Family office investments increased by 5x , and corporate venture investments rose 6x , thus opening new capital avenues for founders who found it difficult to raise capital.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 15, 2025

With major global companies like BNP Paribas, PwC, Deloitte, FIFA, Abercrombie, and Capgemini in its fold, Maki is accelerating the use of its AI agents throughout companies’ human resources. As with so many other AI startups, AI agents are driving Maki’s model to transform HR, specifically talent recruitment and management.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 21, 2025

million pre-A funding round, the FinTech startup aims to expand its regional footprint while laying the groundwork for future global growth. Continued support from previous backers includes COTU, RZM Capital, and Github founder Tom Preston-Werner. With its just closed $5.2

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Dream It

APRIL 23, 2019

Dozens of healthcare-focused voice tech startups have popped up in the last few years which are backed by top tier venture funds. That’s why in this article, you’ll get a comprehensive look at the startups using voice technology to make healthcare better, along with some of the VC’s and accelerators that are backing them.

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AsiaTechDaily

APRIL 19, 2024

MYStartup, a national initiative backed by Malaysia’s Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI) and developed by Cradle Fund, has partnered with NEXEA, a venture capital and startup accelerator firm, to launch its third accelerator program.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Nearly every successful tech startup I’ve observed over the past 20 years has gone through a similar growth pattern: Innovate, systematize then scale operations. Innovate In the early years of a startup there is a lot of kinetic energy of enthusiastic innovators looking to launch a product that changes how an industry works.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 14, 2015

One of the points I tried to make is that as venture capital investors as an industry we seem to have a healthy disdain for public market investors. When you accelerate too quickly often a pull back is inevitable as you recalibrate. I encouraged them to stay in shorter-term space, higher per-unit costs but no capital outlays.

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AsiaTechDaily

AUGUST 7, 2023

Register Jakarta-based startup BintanGo , a platform facilitating content creators in monetizing their work, has recently secured $2.2 This round of funding has gained support from Contents Technologies, Transcend Capital Partners, and existing backers Investible and eWTP Tech Innovation Fund. million in funding support.

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American Entrepreneurship

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In support of military Veteran-founded startups, the Fund focuses on space, AI, and cybersecurity leveraging a veteran’s leadership. Head of Global Operations of The Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator, and the Co-Founder & COO of the Vet-Tech Startup Accelerator.

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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 attendees must be EO members, EO Accelerator participants, or their vetted guest, such as a spouse or business partner.

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American Entrepreneurship

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Co-founders Halen Mattison and Luke Neise announced the closing of an $8 million seed round for their startup G eneral Galactic , a pioneer in fossil-free fuel generation technology. The $8 million seed round brings the startup’s total investment in the company to $10 million.

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This is going to be BIG.

DECEMBER 28, 2013

However, in this moment, I think one''s career in venture capital depends on changing your perspective. If you are a venture capital investor and you''re not preparing yourself to succeed in a more diverse ecosystem of entrepreneurs, you''re just going to get left behind. Stop--AND think. YC''s best investing days may be behind it.

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Revolution

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

At Rise of the Rest, we’ve spent years traversing the country, spotlighting emerging startup hubs, and building a network of entrepreneurial champions and ecosystem builders beyond Silicon Valley, New York City, and Boston. This trifecta serves as a catalyst for accelerated growth and long-term viability.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

MAY 14, 2023

One of the biggest startup accelerators is being liquidated. Was it a scam or just another failed startup? Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook »

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The company’s recent close of a Series C round was led by Development Partners International’s African Development Partners (ADP) III Fund, joined by first-time investors G oogle’s Africa Investment Fund and Verod Capital – a leading African private equity firm. Global impact firm Lightrock, an existing investor, also participated.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 3, 2025

Two registered dieticians co-founded the health tech startup that has provided over 80,000 telehealth nutrition sessions over four years. health tech startup Culina Health is stepping in to bridge a crucial gap in healthcare. As obesity rates soar in the U.S., million in a Series A funding round.

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Dream It

APRIL 7, 2020

The venture fund launched a completely virtual program with a focus on helping 13 Urbantech, Healthtech, and Securetech startups with business development, customer growth, and capital raising in a time of economic uncertainty. During the best of times, building startups is not easy. View Dreamit’s full portfolio here.

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Hunter Walk

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Watching the boom/bust cycle of DTC brands that were running on just the sugar high of venture dollars has given me even more appreciation for those who, yes, require investment capital along the way, but are playing the long game. Here are Five Questions with Sandro. Hunter Walk: Backstory time!

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 20, 2025

Washingtons Premier Connector of Tech and Policy Leaders Welcomes the Next Generation of Innovators that includes Delta Force, an annual cohort designed to support 6-10 of DCs most promising startup founders. Additionally, STATION DC is launching Delta Force, an annual cohort designed to support 6-10 of DCs most promising startup founders.

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TechCrunch

JULY 13, 2022

But today we’re highlighting the demo day for a new wave of crypto projects and teams who participated in the latest cohort for Alliance DAO, a web3 accelerator and builder community. Startups from all stages have joined our cohort, from those with just an idea to billion-dollar companies.”. Founders: Daniel Garay, Jesse Brauner.

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Revolution

AUGUST 2, 2022

Rise of the Rest also hosted a Northwest Arkansas Startup Community Roundtable to help connect individuals within the regional innovation ecosystem with those visiting for the Heartland Summit to share experiences, challenges, and best practices for supporting entrepreneurs. with more than a few Foxtrot pit stops in between.

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David Teten VC

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

It’s hard enough to raise capital from VC, private equity fund, and family offices. Identify and connect funds to investable startups. I list the online communities for VCs in general at Reading list for working in private equity/venture capital. Join the platforms of firms which help tech startups and VCs identify vendors.

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AsiaTechDaily

MARCH 28, 2024

Accel, an Indian venture capital entity, has disclosed the selection of eight fledgling startups in India for its latest accelerator initiative, known as ‘Atoms’. Under this program, startups stand to receive funding up to $500,000 alongside access to benefits exceeding $5 million from Accel’s network affiliates.

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