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One social entrepreneur and activist’s mission to defend the environment and indigenous communities in Venezuela

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

The YLAI Network team asked Victor a few questions about his strong commitment to justice and his dedication to never letting anyone or anything stop him from doing what is right. Hence the importance of networking, of taking advantage of connections and strategic alliances to the maximum in order to go beyond our own expectations.

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Five common misconceptions about building a startup in New York City

This is going to be BIG.

People told me that it was unfair or too easy for me to raise angel capital because I was already tapped into a network of investors. Even after we got funded, it took us three months to hire our first two developers at our prior companies—and I consider us pretty visible and well-networked. That’s why recruiters make so much coin.

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10 Zurich-area investors on Switzerland’s 2020 startup outlook

TechCrunch

What are some overlooked opportunities right now? I really wish that the business case for social and ecological startups will finally be proven (kind of like Oatly showed with the Blackstone investment). How should investors in other cities think about the overall investment climate and opportunities in your city?

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Hong Kong’s Brinc Launches Climate Tech Program to Support Early-Stage Startups in Carbon Dioxide Removal Solutions

AsiaTechDaily

Over three months, selected founders will benefit from fundraising assistance, guidance on scaling their ventures, and connections to Brinc’s extensive network of follow-on investors, mentors, and corporate partners. This program focuses on supporting startups that are dedicated to carbon dioxide removal (CDR) solutions.

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Circularity Tales: environmental entrepreneurship in Dakar

Impact Hub

Willing to fill in that gap, Impact Hub Dakar implemented a circularity programme pilot, making available an opportunity for Senegalese young innovators and entrepreneurs with projects at the idea stage to develop their vision into something concrete and discover the large ecosystem of projects pertaining to their interests.

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SoTecIn: Connecting people

Impact Hub

At its core, SoTecIn Factory seeks to confront the inherent shortcomings of existing industrial models, which pose challenges both from a social and ecological perspective. SoTecIn Factory’s approach rests on the observation that our current industrial models are unsustainable, both socially and ecologically.

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Finalists in the 2023 $50,000 PA Wilds BIG IDEA Contest Announced!

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

Created as a PA Wilds regional product – White Cane Coffee’s reusable bag just needs hot water for a quick on-the-go cup; perfect for busy people and those who are conscientiously reducing their ecological footprint! – Intros, Pitches, and Judging 4:30 – 6 p.m.

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