Impact Hub

MARCH 6, 2025

How Capsule is supporting young women to build thriving businesses Despite Romania’s growing startup ecosystem, women founders remain disproportionately low. Impact Hub Network Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp Nearly half (47%) of Romanian women hold back from launching their own businesses due to fear of failure.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 12, 2019

Ravi also devotes time to Bangalore’s early-stage entrepreneurs through EO CARES , a program designed to catalyze the local startup ecosystem by identifying high potential startups and providing them mentoring, valuable industry connects, rapid revenue opportunities and investments.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 23, 2020

For our October look at Boston and its startup scene, let’s get into the data and then understand how a new cohort of founders is cropping up among the city’s educational network. As we head into the fourth quarter, it appears that the silver medal in American startup ecosystems is up for grabs based on what happens in Q4.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 28, 2023

It’s best known for its fellowship program that provides education grants, networking opportunities and business advice to women entrepreneurs. We see ourselves here just as an educator and a navigator.” Regarding the landscape for women overall within the startup ecosystem, she said she hopes it will get better.

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NZ Entrepreneur

AUGUST 22, 2023

Watch the video interview now A network of more than 140 entrepreneurial businesses and organisations warns New Zealand is in danger of being left behind due to a lack of resources and insufficient policies to progress entrepreneurship. They collaborated to produce the manifesto, reflecting the views of network members.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 19, 2023

Successful startup founders do not spring fully formed from the head of whatever god or goddess keeps tabs on entrepreneurs. It takes time to educate yourself, learn essential skills and acquire a smart, connected network. Other entrepreneurs just like you: Building a startup can be a lonely endeavor.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 14, 2024

I started Suspire with a vision to create a platform that not only promotes sustainable products but also educates consumers about their choices. Networking is another key aspect I’d emphasize. We implemented a creative boot-strapping strategy by launching an educational content series.

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TechCrunch

MAY 10, 2021

We believe that in order to increase diversity in the startup ecosystem, one thing that we must do is increase diversity — whether it be in regard to gender, race or geography — amongst angel investors,” said Hustle Fund co-founder and general partner Elizabeth Yin. To more people like Colorado-based Penn. “

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Impact Hub

MARCH 5, 2025

Impact Hub Network Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp The Asia-Pacific region, with its diverse array of climates, ecosystems, and economies, is particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 8, 2021

Among those mentioned was a widening opportunity gap and rising economic inequality — topics that are also fundamentally shaping startups in Silicon Valley, Pittsburgh and elsewhere. TechCrunch City Spotlight: Pittsburgh features talks from Jahanian, local startups and local leaders.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

And rightfully so: Business school is damn expensive and largely reserved for a select group of people who have the time and money to invest in elite education. “I think they have done brand-building and [developed an] alumni network well enough that it’s become an aspirational brand to those in the know.”

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 26, 2021

Building a startup is never easy, especially when you’re in the early innings and navigating a huge learning curve. Education, support and sage advice are arguably as essential to startup success as fundraising. Find all that — and connect with your early-founder community — at TC Early Stage 2021.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 7, 2021

Resource’s “ESO Accelerator” will train startup ecosystem leaders on how to build a more financially sustainable organization, as well as help connect them to potential funders. ESOs “face record demand, declining resources and are chronically underestimated, underappreciated and underfunded,” the organizations say.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Accelerators pre-screen all their startups, too, meaning investors don’t have to perform the same level of due diligence as when meeting a founder cold. Spending time in an accelerator isn’t just educational for investors, but it can also offer a sense of personal fulfillment that many VCs seek.

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Startup Catalyst

AUGUST 15, 2018

Even though we’re dealing with early stage companies, there is an easier pathway to quickly inform them, quickly educate them, and quickly put them in connection with the right sorts of people that are actually going to drive them forward and move them from startup to scaleup. There is a lot more shared knowledge. Tweet this quote ).

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OnStartups

OCTOBER 4, 2017

As a leader of a startup, recruiting the best possible team is arguably one of the most important parts of the job and could make or break your long-term success. Finding the right person also can be incredibly difficult, especially if you are limited by your own network and local community. Think about it.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Ann Arbor continues to be one of the top growing tech ecosystems around the country with some of the best startups to watch. As information about COVID-19 emerges from research, expect to see startups like LynxDx at the heart of treatment solutions. RightBrain Networks. FreightVerify.

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Tomasz Tunguz

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

We had a conversation about the role of incubators and accelerators (or the moniker of your choice) within the startup ecosystem. Education - Examples include General Assembly runs a substantial education program and YCombinator operates Startup School and First Growth’s Venture Network.

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TechCrunch

MAY 29, 2021

The impact of an exit is greater when it shows foreign entrepreneurs that there are globally minded organizations helping startups like theirs get equal access to funding. That means having VC firms that spotlight international entrepreneurship and foster global expert networks. Open up that conversation with your portfolio companies.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

However, in June 2020, the Italian government sponsored a €1 billion investment program aimed at the native startup ecosystem, creating a new venture arm: CDP Venture Capital. It has also launched two different acceleration projects aimed at supporting SMEs and startups with mentoring, networking and support services.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 17, 2021

The event will be held on June 29, so make sure to register here (for free) to listen to these conversations, enjoy the pitch-off and network with local talent. Tsai joined Duolingo in 2012 as one of its first engineers, and firsthand witnessed the growth of the company from a scrappy startup into a 400-person global business.

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Angel Capital Association

MARCH 25, 2024

The summit offers an unparalleled opportunity for learning, networking, and investment discovery, specifically tailored to empower the black entrepreneurial ecosystem. This platform not only facilitates networking with potential investors but also offers invaluable feedback and validation from experienced industry experts.

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AsiaTechDaily

APRIL 28, 2022

Focusing on health tech, e-commerce/social commerce, future of work/education, prop tech, enterprise/SME tech and fintech, the Ratu Nusa Fund will be dedicated to supporting women-led seed-stage and pre-Series A companies in Indonesia.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 16, 2021

Israel’s startup ecosystem raised record amounts of funding and produced 19 IPOs in 2020, despite the pandemic. What are the opportunities startups may be able to tap into during these unprecedented times? Jumpspeed invests exclusively in pre-seed and seed-stage startups from the Jerusalem startup ecosystem.

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AsiaTechDaily

MAY 2, 2022

The country’s focus on education, business, and innovation has made it the 11th largest economy and the fifth largest exporter of goods and services globally. The country strives to create a balance between industrial conglomerates and the startup ecosystem.

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Impact Hub

MARCH 13, 2020

As a team, we are dedicated to supporting and developing the Serbian innovation ecosystem. We support change-makers who come from different backgrounds and are carrying-out various missions all while hosting a diverse network of experts who take on the role of mentors, educators, and investors.

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Angel Capital Association

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

IBTX Partner Warren Spiwak recently sat down with ACA to discuss what angels need to be aware of and what the IBTX team of dedicated risk management professionals can do to create innovative solutions to fit the unique needs of the startup ecosystem. What should Angel Groups be doing proactively to mitigate those risks?

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David Teten VC

JANUARY 21, 2021

In addition to a fund, the overall Capacity organization provides direct mentorship, consulting and connects founders to a broad network of talent, diverse forms of capital, and existing resources focused on the post-startup stage of growth. —– Indie.vc They have open-sourced their investment structure , now on version 3.0,

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Oklahoma’s startup ecosystem is disproportionately male, how can we improve the number of women-led startups in our region? Increasing the diversity in our start-up ecosystem also requires a strategic focus. Women business leaders have created mentorship networks to help support a culture of innovation and risk-taking.

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David Teten VC

JANUARY 21, 2021

In addition to a fund, the overall Capacity organization provides direct mentorship, consulting and connects founders to a broad network of talent, diverse forms of capital, and existing resources focused on the post-startup stage of growth. —– Indie.vc They have open-sourced their investment structure , now on version 3.0,

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Y Combinator

MAY 22, 2019

Meesho is a platform in India that allows people to resell products using their social networks. 39:40 – What’s a strong opinion he had about running a startup that he’s changed since running Meesho? 41:10 – How has the Indian startup ecosystem evolved? Vidit Aatrey is cofounder and CEO of Meesho.

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Reforge

JANUARY 31, 2023

More from Dorian Karen Sun Karen Sun is an advisory CTO, executive coach, and educator focused on building equity and access to technical opportunities. More from Karen Kevin Bechtel Kevin has led brand and product marketing teams at high-growth startups like Upwork and Workrise.

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David Teten VC

JUNE 9, 2021

Expert Networks. Expert Network firms source subject matter experts from various domains and pair them with clients seeking topical or industry insights. I founded Circle of Experts, an expert network which I sold to Evalueserve.). The expert network industry has grown an average 4.5%

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David Teten VC

MARCH 1, 2022

This is part of a series on building your career in venture capital: Reading list for working in private equity/venture capital , including all of the major online communities, programs, and educational options for people studying VC. Our mission is to grow and diversify Western Canada’s technology startup ecosystem. . “If

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TechCrunch

MARCH 12, 2021

Who are key startup people you see creating success locally, whether investors, founders or even other types of startup ecosystems roles like lawyers, designers, growth experts, etc. 8 investors discuss Stockholm’s maturing startup ecosystem. We don’t think so, local network is important.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

I also recently joined another WhatsApp chat #miamitechlife that includes a local community of founders, investors, executives and local leaders to meet, collaborate and network while engaging in fun activities around Miami. Where do you see Miami’s startup scene five years from now? David Goldberg, general partner, Alpaca.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 25, 2021

To get a better idea of the state of the tech ecosystem and the investor outlook for this city, we surveyed founders, leaders and executives involved in nurturing Bristol’s startup ecosystem. The survey revealed that the city has a robust renewable, zero-carbon and fintech startup landscape. innovation.

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