Venture Well
JULY 20, 2021
Underrepresented innovators share their insights and experiences on how to make innovation more inclusive, ensuring underrepresented students consider entrepreneurship as a career path. The post how can we make innovation more inclusive? appeared first on VentureWell.
The Seraf Compass
JULY 21, 2021
If you are coaching a team that knows what a deep dive meeting is and how to prepare for it, then it’s likely they also know how to navigate their way through it so they can move forward with investors into and through due diligence. All that is left for you to teach them is how they can avoid undermining themselves during the deep dive meeting itself.
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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC
JULY 19, 2021
Over the last 18 months, the early-stage financing market has seen dramatic changes characterized by these three things: A shift from in-person fundraising to virtual fundraising A reduction in financing process timelines from months to weeks A continued increase in the amount of capital available for early stage companies. I believe that for the most part, these changes will be permanent.
Entrepreneurs' Organization
JULY 21, 2021
Lou Cysewski is an EO member in Seattle, as well as the co-founder and CEO of Coolperx , the first net carbon neutral merchandising company in the world. She’s on a mission to transform the SWAG industry from a toxic polluter to a conscientious connector of people and values with a strong focus on sustainability. We asked Lou about her experience. Here’s what she shared: What does it mean to be the world’s first net carbon neutral merchandising company?
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Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?
Revolution
JULY 21, 2021
Welcoming Place Exchange to the Revolution Ventures Portfolio Today, Revolution Ventures is thrilled to announce an investment in Place Exchange , the leading platform for programmatic out-of-home (OOH) advertising. OOH advertising is any visual media found outside of the home such as billboards, bus stops, gym TVs, street furniture, and so much more.
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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC
JULY 22, 2021
I have written about stablecoins in the past. I think they are a very important part of the crypto asset landscape. Two of the top ten crypto assets by market cap are stablecoins, Tether ($62bn) and USDC ($27bn). You don’t buy these assets to generate gains because they are price stabilized. You hold them like cash, to be able to move in and out of trades, purchase things, etc.
Entrepreneurs' Organization
JULY 23, 2021
EO is an avid supporter of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ?17 goals and 169 targets to eradicate poverty, reverse inequality and halt climate change by 2030. Entrepreneurs are uniquely positioned to transform our world. EO has a framework for sustainability and how it will become net positive by 2030. James Keirstead, an EO Edmonton member, is a former EO External Relations Sub-committee chair.
Revolution
JULY 22, 2021
Today, we are pleased to announce our seed investment in Anduin , a software company improving invoicing, accelerating collections, and modernizing payments for owners and executives in professional services, such as accounting. The Charlotte, NC-based startup is using AI to automate routine tasks, such as scheduling email and SMS reminders for outstanding invoices, and to offer predictive insights to improve the end-to-end payments process.
TechCrunch
JULY 23, 2021
It’s pretty easy for individuals to send money back and forth, and there are lots of cash apps from which to choose. On the commercial side, however, one business trying to send $100,000 the same way is not as easy. Paystand wants to change that. The Scotts Valley, California-based company is using cloud technology and the Ethereum blockchain as the engine for its Paystand Bank Network that enables business-to-business payments with zero fees.
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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.
Y Combinator
JULY 20, 2021
YC’s Admissions, Continuity and Software teams are hiring. Find out more about the open roles here. ADMISSIONS. Admissions Associate : Twice a year, Y Combinator receives tens of thousands of applications from promising startups all around the world. Reviewing these applications is fundamental to our core business and we’re looking for an Admissions Associate to review those applications and help manage the overall admissions process.
StartupNation
JULY 19, 2021
Today’s workforce spans five generations: traditionalists, baby boomers and Generations X, Y and Z. Each generation comprises distinctive communication styles, motivations and approaches to work. By understanding each generation’s unique needs and how to support those needs, employers can better adapt to current and emerging generations. Plus, catering to the needs of multigenerational workforces will ultimately make you a better leader.
Smart Hustle Magazine
JULY 20, 2021
Having been an entrepreneur for 25+ years and running three businesses, I am often asked, “How do you have time for anything but work?” In those 25 years, my answer has not changed. I always respond with the idea that my business does not run my life, I run my business around my life. Do you remember that day you decided to be your own boss – to start your business?
TechCrunch
JULY 21, 2021
New York-based startup Sketchfab has been acquired by Epic Games , the company behind Fortnite and Unreal Engine. Sketchfab has been building a platform to upload, download, view, share, sell and buy 3D assets. Essentially, it is the leading repository for 3D files on the web. Epic Games isn’t disclosing the terms of the deal. Sketchfab will still operate as a separate brand and offering.
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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.
Entrepreneur's Handbook
JULY 17, 2021
Jack Dorsey is not your typical CEO Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».
StartupNation
JULY 19, 2021
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses a recent CNBC study on the best states to base a business, and it ranked Michigan as one of the top, at number 11. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more about how Michigan ranks in states to base a business and what its best/worst metrics are: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR Business Beat.
OurCrowd
JULY 19, 2021
JERUSALEM, July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — After concluding deals with public and private school networks in Israel, Korea and Japan, EdTech startup MagniLearn formed by AI researchers from Hebrew University in Jerusalem, has been selected by Microsoft Israel in its AI for Good Acceleration Program, as the most promising startup innovation in the field EdTech.
TechCrunch
JULY 23, 2021
Early-stage startups tend to claim that their go-to-market strategy is fully operational. In reality, GTM is a stark numbers game, and even with a solid plan in place, it can be easily foiled by common problems like turf battles and poor communication. Finding GTM fit is a milestone for any startup that includes everything from expanding the engineering team to launching your first media buy.
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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.
Entrepreneur's Handbook
JULY 22, 2021
When Only Fans Stops, Subway Will Be Hiring — How to withstand the ups and downs of content creation Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».
StartupNation
JULY 21, 2021
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses back-to-school spending, with estimates of $37.1 billion on elementary through high school and $26 billion for college-aged students, according to the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics’ recent survey. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more about what to expect out of back-to-school spending this year: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR Business Beat.
OurCrowd
JULY 19, 2021
by OurCrowd. OurCrowd presented its top ten post-pandemic tech trends on Wednesday, broadcasting them live to an audience around the world. With so many changes and challenges during the last year of the pandemic, from shortages of consumer goods to moving life online, the tech industry has been more important than ever in providing creative solutions.
TechCrunch
JULY 20, 2021
Research says that counterfeit medication is the cause of 1 million deaths per year. One-tenth of this number comes from Africa. Counterfeiting is hard to detect, investigate, quantify or stop. It is a global problem, with annual earnings from substandard drugs standing at over $100 billion. Some technologies have helped deal with this menace; for instance, radio frequency identification, which works by assigning serial numbers to containers of each product.
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Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.
Entrepreneur's Handbook
JULY 19, 2021
I searched the internet for weeks to discover the harder to find insights from Sam Parr’s sale of “The Hustle.” Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».
StartupNation
JULY 21, 2021
A crisis can happen to any business at any time. While planning for a crisis may seem quite ironic, given that the very definition of the word is something that happens unexpectedly, it is incredibly important that business owners invest in creating a crisis communications plan. A thoughtful and well-crafted plan has the potential to save your business from complete catastrophe.
OurCrowd
JULY 19, 2021
Startup of the Week: Sfara leads an unknown $400B market. Airobotics Drone Box to protect Dubai Expo. Thousands tune in for Post-Pandemic Tech Trends. Alpha Tau Medical plans $1B SPAC. YuLife: Fast-growing digital insurer raises $70M. Jasper raises $34M, gets $100M receivables from Webank. SaNOtize anti-viral nasal spray goes on sale in Israel. CyberMDX wins Global Health & Pharma Excellence Award.
TechCrunch
JULY 19, 2021
Online learning continues to see a huge boost of attention and use in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and today a startup building tools specifically for enterprises to deliver on their internal education remits is announcing a big round of funding that points to the startup’s own growth and ambitions. Go1 , which provides curated online learning materials and tools to businesses using “playlists” that tap content from multiple publishers and silos, has closed a round of $20
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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
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