Tomasz Tunguz

JANUARY 30, 2023

100 years ago, fluorescent lamps & suspended ceilings topped the list of hottest trends in office design. In 1928, San Antonio’s Milam Building claimed the honor of the first office skyscraper with air conditioning. Twenty-five years later, window-encased skyscrapers with internal glass walls distinguished the modern office. Employees ensconced in the Lever House & the Seagram Building in New York enjoyed more daylight at work than any other Manhattanite.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Sophie Alcorn Contributor Share on Twitter Sophie Alcorn is the founder of Alcorn Immigration Law in Silicon Valley and 2019 Global Law Experts Awards’ “Law Firm of the Year in California for Entrepreneur Immigration Services.” She connects people with the businesses and opportunities that expand their lives. More posts by this contributor Dear Sophie: How do I change my L-1B to an H-1B through the lottery?

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

JANUARY 31, 2023

A complete guide to the DIY name generation process Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook »

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StartupNation

JANUARY 30, 2023

Aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners have many aspects of their business to consider when scaling. Unfortunately for… The post The Importance of Customer Experience for Business Growth appeared first on StartupNation.

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Gust

JANUARY 31, 2023

New business owners who form a corporation often wonder how to run their shareholder meetings. Answers to common questions about shareholder meetings. The post How to Run a Shareholder Meeting appeared first on Gust.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

In the photo: WEF’s Olivier Woeffray, Julia Devos and Stephan Mergenthaler with EO members John Metcalf, Troy Armour and Nikhil Hirdaramani in Davos, Switzerland. The World Economic Forum (WEF)’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland convened leaders from business, government and civil society committed to driving positive, tangible change for the long-term of our planet and the people who live on it.

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The Seraf Compass

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

This profile is the third in a series of interviews highlighting the work of interesting family offices. Rashaun Williams is the Founder and Chairman of Value Investment Group (“VIG”) is a private equity firm specializing in influencer-backed private equity investments in tech, media and consumer products.

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Morrow

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

High-impact startup engagements won’t happen organically. Ensuring timely and right-fit connections between startups and corporate leaders is a full-time job that should focus on building a clear “on-ramp” by both groups. The post Corporate Startup Innovation Playbook appeared first on Morrow.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 28, 2023

Welcome to Startups Weekly, a nuanced take on this week’s startup news and trends by Senior Reporter and Equity co-host Natasha Mascarenhas. To get this in your inbox, subscribe here. Sometimes, due to the nature of the startup game, we over index on “the new.” Companies want to build for the pain point you never dreamed to disrupt; VCs want to invest in an emerging trend before it becomes a household name; and those breaking into tech are told to lean into their earnestness, because you never k

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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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Y Combinator

JANUARY 30, 2023

Welcome to the fourth edition of Learnings of a CEO. You can read previous editions here. Snapdocs is the leading digital closing platform for the mortgage industry. Today, the company touches 25% of all US real estate transactions and is valued at $1.5B. Founder and CEO Aaron King and his team have expertly navigated fundraising and market cycles. We sat down with Aaron to hear his insight into getting a business up and running with minimal outside funding and building through volatile market c

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Angel Capital Association

JANUARY 30, 2023

January 30, 2023 - This week Representative Rick Allen (R-GA) plans to reintroduce the Startup Act with the co-sponsorship of Reps. French Hill (R-AR), Dean Phillips (D-MN) and Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA). The act would correct language in the original Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act that aims to reduce barriers faced by entrepreneurs and improve access to training and support services from our workforce development system.

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AsiaTechDaily

JANUARY 30, 2023

Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register Joseph Lee has a strong track record in the finance industry throughout his career to date. In addition to his rich experiences working in the venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) sectors, Joseph has also sharpened his investment acumen through his multiple years in the audit and stock-broking industry before deciding to finally launch his cross-border investment firm, Kairous

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 30, 2023

Marqeta has agreed to acquire two-year-old fintech infrastructure startup Power Finance for $223 million in cash, marking the first acquisition in the publicly-traded company’s 13-year history. About one-third of the purchase price is payable over a two-year period subject to certain undisclosed conditions. And, if one undisclosed milestone in particular is met within the next 12 months, Marqeta said it will pay an additional $52 million for the startup, bringing the total acquisition price to $

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Jason Malki

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

I had the pleasure of interviewing Katy Carrigan, CEO. Katy joined Goody as a consultant in April 2021. She quickly moved into a full-time role as Head of Sales and then Chief Revenue Officer. After a successful year of growing the firm’s revenue and customer base, she was asked to step into the CEO role. Goody is a gift-giving app for both businesses and consumers.

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OkDork

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

                                             Subscribe: Apple Podcasts / Spotify In today’s episode, I talk to Uri Levine, co-founder of Waze. Uri hated getting stuck in traffic, so he helped start a company called Waze to fix this problem. For those of you that don’t know Waze, it’s a community-based traffic and navigation app.

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AsiaTechDaily

JANUARY 29, 2023

Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register WhyQ’s plan to focus on improving their existing products and developing new ones to help small businesses better compete in the digital economy received a boost after it raised $1.4 million (RM4.6million) from the extended Series 2 of its funding round.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Dmytro Bilash Contributor Share on Twitter Dmytro Bilash is a managing partner at Digital Future. The EU will invest €13.5 billion in research and innovation for 2023-2024 as part of the Horizon Europe program. For the first time in the program’s history, it will include targeted support for Ukraine. This is one of the first real steps toward Ukraine’s integration with the EU and I can’t be happier that we are becoming a part of European business and science communities.

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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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Startup Blogpost

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

From content marketing being the ‘buy-in’ to many startups failing due to lacking in this area, here are 19 answers to the question, “Why is content marketing crucial for startups?” Content Marketing is The Buy-In Gain a Loyal Following and Community You Stand Out Amongst Competitors Content Marketing Gives You Material for Social Media It is Cheaper and More Efficient Than Traditional PR Content Marketing Can Help With SEO and Organic Reach Content Marketing is Vital for Reaching Wi

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Jason Malki

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

I had the pleasure of interviewing Rachel Lyubovitzky CEO of Setuply. Rachel is an accomplished serial entrepreneur, senior executive, published author, and investor passionate about innovation, effective strategy, and successful execution. She founded four B2B technology companies with her partners, powered by a mission to leverage technology to make people’s lives easier and more fulfilling.

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AsiaTechDaily

JANUARY 31, 2023

Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register Indonesia-based cybersecurity-as-a-service startup Peris.ai announced that it raised fresh funds in a round led by East Ventures and participated by Magic Fund. Financial details were not disclosed. The startup, co-founded by David Samuel and Deden Gobel, said it will use the fresh funding to further build and enhance its cybersecurity platform, train machine learning and AI capabiliti

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

SunFi , the Nigerian clean tech startup that connects people and businesses who want solar energy access to payment plans that match their needs, has raised $2.325 million in seed funding. The self-described energy financial tech platform received backing from lead investors Nairobi-based Factor[e] and SCM Capital Asset Management and participating investors such as Voltron Capital, Norrsken Impact Accelerator, Ventures Platform and Sovereign Capital.

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Reforge

JANUARY 31, 2023

Table of Contents What are Fractional Executives? The “Expertise as a Service” Spectrum How Fractional Executives Differ The Emerging Full-Time Fractional Executive Avoiding the Common Pitfalls of a Fractional Executive Why Companies Should Consider Hiring a Fractional Executive Fractional Executives are having a moment – and for good reason. On the heels of the pandemic, we’ve seen a number of flexible work arrangements emerge: remote companies, part-time tech, and more freelance consulting tha

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

JANUARY 31, 2023

Welcome to another edition of our newsletter! You’ll receive practical startup advice straight to your inbox every week. In this week’s edition, we discuss How to build businesses that withstand the AI revolution Why your pitch is making your startup seem too magical P.S. If you’re deep in the entrepreneurial trenches and have a story to tell, we’d love to read it (and publish it).

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AsiaTechDaily

JANUARY 31, 2023

Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register Taiwan-based WeMo Corp , a pioneer in urban mobility technologies , today announced raising $15 million in its Series A+ funding round led by AppWorks , with participation from Taiwan National Development Fund. With this round of financing, WeMo plans to expand its service to Southeast Asia, with an emphasis on Indonesia and Thailand.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 31, 2023

Brain researchers have relied on devices called microelectrode arrays for decades, but the technology behind these tools is increasingly outdated. Precision Neuroscience is building a modern alternative that’s not only an order of magnitude better, but far less invasive to put in. With a newly raised $41 million in the bank, they’re all set to embark on the complex path to market.

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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.

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