A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
I remember about fifteen years ago, a well-known VC said to me “you need to sell a company within a few years of the founder leaving. Companies can’t sustain their innovation after a founder leaves.” I told that VC that my experience has been different on that measure and that I did not agree. I have seen leadership teams take over great businesses from founders and get them to the next level.
Entrepreneurs' Organization
NOVEMBER 26, 2021
Contributed by Kym Huynh, an EO Melbourne member, EO Global Communications Committee member, and co-founder of WeTeachMe. Kym is fascinated by entrepreneurs and their journeys, so he asked EO members from various chapters to share their experiences. In this second installment of Kym Huynh’s Leadership Toolkit series , Kym asked eight entrepreneurs how they view success.
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StartupNation
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
If you’re thinking about launching a business or have started one recently, there’s no need to restrict your goals to the local area. Here are six ways to compete on a national level. 1. Create products that address common pain points. One way to increase your chances of becoming nationally relevant is to ensure your products meet nearly universal needs.
UBI Global
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
A guest post by Tala Al Ansari, Director of District 2020‘s Innovation Ecosystem and supporting partner to the Triumph of Innovation impact study and report. Startups are often referred to as the lifeblood of an economy, being representative of the kind of bold thinking, innovation, and rapid deployment that are so important in a world […].
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TechCrunch
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Schwarz Group , an EU-based retail company, announced today that it has acquired Israeli security startup XM Cyber for $700 million. It may seem like a strange partnership, as Schwarz is best known as the owners of the Lidl and Kaufland supermarkets, but the company believes that extending into security will ultimately help benefit its retail business.
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StartupNation
NOVEMBER 21, 2021
In the startup world, it’s pitch decks, not business plans that get companies funded. A deck is often the first impression an investor will get at the company, so it needs to look stunning. Making a pitch deck is an art, a science, but most importantly, a story. The deck should achieve three things: It needs to tell your company story. It needs to convince the investor that they can make money with this.
UBI Global
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
3 reasons why startups fuel any innovation ecosystem A guest post by Tala Al Ansari, Director of District 2020’s Innovation Ecosystem and supporting partner to the Triumph of Innovation impact study and report. Startups are often referred to as the lifeblood of an economy, being representative of the kind of bold thinking, innovation, and rapid […].
TechCrunch
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
Convincing meat eaters to adopt a climate-friendly diet might get a little easier thanks to Slovenian startup Juicy Marbles , which has come up with a way to create plant-based whole meat cuts, if that doesn’t sound too oxymoronic. ‘Fancy Plant Meat’ is its pithier pitch for a product that aims to provide a vegan alternative to eating a filet mignon steak or other ‘prime’ cuts of (animal) flesh.
Entrepreneur's Handbook
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
A reading list for all entrepreneurs Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».
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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?
StartupNation
NOVEMBER 21, 2021
Entrepreneurs wear multiple hats, which means failing to take on critical responsibilities could land you in hot water. Are you in charge of marketing your startup? If so, are you part of the 55 percent of marketers whose top marketing priority is content creation? Your startup’s blog won’t do anything but take up your valuable time if you don’t optimize your articles.
Y Combinator
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Every batch, we invite founders and executives to advise YC companies as Visiting Group Partners. These advisors bring valuable insights and recent operational experience to YC’s early-stage companies. Throughout the batch, they take on a variety of responsibilities, including application reading, interviews, group office hours, individual office hours, demo day prep, and more.
TechCrunch
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
The dollar is mostly green, but in the hands of Kompas , so are kroner, euros and shekels. The firm has an Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Tel Aviv presence, and now has a $160 million sack of funds to deploy across its focus areas: sustainability and technological innovation in the construction, real estate and manufacturing industries. The new fund in particular wants to take early-stage companies under its waxy golden wings, with check sizes ranging from $1 million-$5 million.
Entrepreneur's Handbook
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
Entrepreneurship is not an escape fantasy you can buy for $2000 Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».
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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.
StartupNation
NOVEMBER 26, 2021
Here’s a redundant, yet powerful fact: Your customers search online before making any purchase decisions. Whether it’s a question, a product comparison, reviews about something specific or to test the market to see what all is available, customers turn to search engines for information and product awareness. Therefore, as a digital marketer or an entrepreneur, search engine optimization (SEO) becomes key to discoverability and long-term business success.
Innovation 2 Enterprise
NOVEMBER 21, 2021
By Scott Meacham. We have to make sure that Oklahoma innovators know that there are resources and mentoring available to them here. Twenty-five years ago, Oklahoma did not have a continuum of venture capital serving concept to growth stage companies. Now we do — thanks to assistance from the state acting through OCAST — from the TBFP concept fund for pre-seed capital and early-stage companies to five venture funds, i2E Management Company, Inc.
TechCrunch
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
Kenya’s economy is powered by informal businesses, which contribute 33.8% to the country’s GDP and provide 83.4% of the total employment outside of small-scale agriculture, data from the country’s bureau of statistics shows. The contribution of these enterprises is pivotal to the country’s economy yet they remain underserved by traditional banking institutions making it hard for them to access the financing needed to grow.
Entrepreneur's Handbook
NOVEMBER 26, 2021
The world has been at war for over 20 years and you didn’t even notice Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».
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StartupNation
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
Many people have the goal of owning their own business. To expedite this process, becoming a franchisee of an established brand may be an attractive option, as entrepreneurs can build off a proven formula for success to guide their decisions as business owners. However, opening a franchise location is not a fast track to riches, as the 90% 5-year success rate lauded by many franchises is a myth.
The Seraf Compass
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
This profile is the second in a series of interviews highlighting the work of interesting female investors. Gina Tedesco is Managing Member of Amala Ventures, Managing Director and NJ Chapter Lead of Golden Seeds, and a member and board trustee of Jumpstart NJ Angel Network.
TechCrunch
NOVEMBER 20, 2021
Matt Cohen. Contributor. Share on Twitter. Founder and managing partner at Ripple Ventures , Matt Cohen is a business operator turned early-stage investor. More posts by this contributor. Founders must learn how to build and maintain circles of trust with investors. Matthew Mendelsohn’s accession to become Yale’s new chief investment officer marks a milestone for the rise of university endowments investing in venture capital.
Entrepreneur's Handbook
NOVEMBER 26, 2021
Dave Schools, a member of the founding team, breaks it down Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».
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StartupNation
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Excerpted from “Culture Ignited: 5 Disciplines for Adaptive Leadership,” by Jason Richmond (Ideal Outcomes, Inc., September 2021). . . Crisis planning. Few companies had a crisis management plan in place that could handle the pandemic and, in all likelihood, few have one in place now. Yet the time to prepare for a future crisis is right now, on the heels of the pandemic.
Entrepreneurs' Organization
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
. Contributed by Michael Brody-Waite , a recovered addict of 18 years who uses his incredible experience with addiction and recovery to benefit leaders and entrepreneurs who want to step into their own authentic leadership style. He’s the author of Great Leaders Live Like Drug Addicts: How to Lead Like Your Life Depends on It and was a recent EO 360 podcast guest.
TechCrunch
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Led by sales of cheddar and mozzarella, the U.S. cheese market alone was valued at $34.3 billion in 2019, and is projected to reach $45.5 billion by 2027, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 5.25%, according to Allied Market Research. By comparison, the vegan cheese industry is tiny, measuring around $1.2 billion in size in 2019 and projected to reach $4.4 billion by 2027, per Allied’s findings.
Entrepreneur's Handbook
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
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