Smart Hustle Magazine

MARCH 18, 2021

Rodney Sampson and Cate Luzio spoke at the Survive and Thrive Summit , hosted and produced by Ramon Ray of Smart Hustle Media. This conversation focused on community building, networking and how to do it virtually. Cate Luzio started Luminary after working in corporate financing for 20 years. Registration is free. Sign Me Up!

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 13, 2011

They are a national practice but “it would be hard to see a local media success that Revolution isn’t part of&#. It had the audience, the people, the network, everything! One thing that is abundantly clear is that we are consuming media in new, and changing, ways. Where exactly it missed the mark is hard to say.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 1, 2020

Reach out to them through social media platforms to lift their spirits and discover how they’re surviving this difficult time. Remember, many people are at home and spending more time online, so be sure your website and social media platforms are ready for primetime. EO is the only global network exclusively for entrepreneurs.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 29, 2022

That’s the gap that revenue-based financing platforms like GetVantage want to fill. GetVantage says this includes several debt lines with non-banking financial companies to help scale its financing platform. For founders without the right network, it’s hard to find investors.

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 10, 2011

There are incubators to help you out on the financing side, too. New York will feature five this summer alone--Techstars, DreamIt, Startl and the NYC Seed/EDC Media and Finance incubators. Plus, there are a ton of in person networking and educational events related to startups that are free or relatively inexpensive.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

APRIL 15, 2020

Here are some additional resources to help you strengthen your business and your personal finances. 5 ways to sell your business on social media. YLAI Network Entrepreneurship Toolkit / ( en español ). But trust that you can navigate through this time and come out stronger. Crowdfunding: The power of people.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 21, 2010

Our “hot deal of the week&# turned out to be more of the “hot theme of the week.&# P2P lending networks are revived and brought it a whopping $40 million in investments announced recently. Increasing this is also migrating to social network messaging but email is still king. The build “implicit social networks.&#

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Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 8, 2014

To interconnect these computers we needed IP-based telecommunications equipment build by the likes of Cisco Systems and Juniper Networks. And when you think about the three C’s you begin to realize that the first two of these activities are ones where the economic powerhouse networks are driven in cities outside of Silicon Valley.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 15, 2012

But for now, the summary is: You’ll extend your network. . You’ll be on the other side of the financing discussions (a board member, rather than the CEO). . We have Ian Rogers , the CEO of Topspin Media on our board. You should read the post in its entirety – it’s a great learning piece.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 2, 2022

Afroricas creates content on finance management, social networking, careers, and leadership to support black women in their personal and professional development. Afroricas also promotes diversity-friendly brands on social media and at events across the country. . Georgia Barbosa , Brazil, cofounder of Afroricas.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 19, 2024

Bootstrapping Fundamentals At the outset, your startup might be fueled entirely by bootstrapping — utilizing personal savings, minor loans from close ones, or the proceeds from your first sales for financing. Here’s the core idea: Live Lean: Each dollar conserved is an additional dollar you can invest in your startup’s development.

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NZ Entrepreneur

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

A Prospa survey of small business owners revealed that over three quarters struggle with one or more areas of business management, most commonly finance and accounting, digital marketing and IT. Best of all, you can access a number of fantastic online business communities for free, via social media platforms like Facebook.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 17, 2024

With passion, hustle, and these thrifty startup strategies, you can transform your vision into a viable product without relying on loans or financing. These programs often offer financial assistance, valuable mentorship, and networking opportunities. Leverage the power of social media to generate excitement about your product.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 9, 2021

That’s now been topped up with seed financing to get a prototype to market later this month. ” Cryptocat author gets insanely fast backing to build P2P tech for social media. So there could soon be a bunch of apps built atop its network touting social networking services without the meddling hand of Big Tech.

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AsiaTechDaily

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Register ShopUp , the largest full-stack B2B commerce platform in Bangladesh, announced that it secured $30 million in debt financing, another major milestone in the country’s startup ecosystem. Still, they face issues such as product unavailability, unreliable delivery, and lack of access to affordable financing.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

This happens slowly because while public markets trade daily and prices then adjust instantly, private markets don’t get reset until follow-on financing rounds happen which can take 6–24 months. 40% of our deals are done in Los Angeles but 100% of our deals leverage the LA networks we have built for 25 years.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 19, 2022

million in seed financing led by Dragonfly Capital, the startup’s CEO, Adi Sideman, exclusively told TechCrunch. Instagram is known as a social media platform while Robinhood is known as an investing and trading platform. As it stands, there isn’t a robust social media collectible ecosystem. It’s nuanced, but it’s powerful.”.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 26, 2021

Mighty Networks , a platform designed to give creators and brands a dedicated place to start and grow communities, has closed on $50 million in a Series B funding round led by Owl Ventures. The investment brings Palo Alto-based Mighty Networks’ total raised since its 2017 inception to $67 million. .

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 15, 2010

Clearly a startup should consult its lawyer before filing or not filing.But the attorneys I relied on to write this piece told me that they’ve done lots of Section 4(2) deals in the past, and would recommend it to clients who had relatively simple financing agreements (not tranched-out, not too many investors, etc.) Short answer: no.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 1, 2021

The experience convinced Xu that synthetic media would become mainstream because the tool could significantly “lower the cost of content production,” Xu said in an interview from Surreal’s 12-person office in Shenzhen. The technology powering Surreal, called generative adversarial networks, is relatively new.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 8, 2014

billion 2013 figure) have been massive financings at Honest Company ($70mm), JustFab ($85mm), ZipRecruiter ($63mm) and lord only knows how much SnapChat has actually accumulated. He built & IPOd Demand Media. In the last month alone (ie not captures in the $1.5 What Has Given Birth to This New Movement in LA?

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Jason Malki

MARCH 21, 2022

I kept a pulse on the tech/SaaS scene by going to networking events, volunteering for a Techstars program, and doing free work for young startups to build up my experience. How can our readers follow you on social media? I chose the “safe” route initially; landing roles at big brokerages who offered stable?—?if

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NZ Entrepreneur

MARCH 18, 2025

In the full day of learning, attendees will get actionable insights from eight speaker sessions, plus the opportunity to network and connect with other entrepreneurs. Attendees who purchase a Diamond level ticket will have the opportunity to take a photo with Dan, plus network with like-minded peers in the Diamond Lounge.

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AsiaTechDaily

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Register Docquity , Southeast Asia’s largest community of healthcare professionals , announced that it has raised $44 million in total in its Series C financing round, anchored by Japan’s Itochu Corporation. Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet?

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TechCrunch

JUNE 2, 2021

However, historically most private equity professionals were former investment bankers and other finance professionals. Expert networks. Expert network firms source subject matter experts from various domains and pair them with clients seeking topical or industry insights. The expert network industry has grown an average 4.5%

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StartupNation

JANUARY 5, 2022

Influencer marketing on social media. More and more businesses are finding that collaborating with social media influencers significantly drive sales and promote brand exposure. Social media can be used as a powerful tool when looking to scale up, and the right micro-influencer can be just what your business needs to up level.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 23, 2012

The movie, “The Social Network” might have had more of an impact on creating future entrepreneurs than any other event of the past 5 years. Yes, it’s true that FOMO (fear of missing out) is driving some irrational behavior and valuations amongst uber competitive deals and well-financed VCs. Thank you, Aaron Sorkin! The Exit Problem.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 10, 2010

would be “multi-stream&# ad network (e.g. Actually, the latter could be a reasonable strategy for super technical entrepreneurs who can sustain themselves without big financing needs (see: Atebits, owner of Tweetie). Tags: Social Media Tech Market Analysis. 2) I also clarified that the strategy of Ad.ly

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 4, 2013

The sheer number of relationships I’ve built through being public, transparent and being willing to engage in comments and through social media has enabled me to get to know entrepreneurs even before they launch their next company. I would gladly work with you on a $50 million late-stage, complex financing.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 4, 2013

The sheer number of relationships I’ve built through being public, transparent and being willing to engage in comments and through social media has enabled me to get to know entrepreneurs even before they launch their next company. I would gladly work with you on a $50 million late-stage, complex financing.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Discord , the communications service that’s become the 21st century’s answer to MUD rooms, is close to closing a new round of financing that would value the company at up to $7 billion, according to sources with knowledge of the round. The new funding comes just months after a $100 million investment that gave the company a $3.5

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AsiaTechDaily

JULY 26, 2022

million Series A financing, anchored by transatlantic venture capital investor Beringea. The company said intends to use the newly invested capital to enhance its solution and accelerate the growth of its recommerce network. Series A financing first appeared on AsiaTechDaily - Asia's Leading Tech and Startup Media Platform.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 14, 2012

…” I’ll write soon on my views of why I believe Instagram took off as a social network and what I think comes next. Instagram happens to be one of the few social networks I regularly use along with Twitter. case, which is what is often never written in the annals of the tech news media. Was this a good thing?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

Your success will likely hinge on how well you handle finances, the quality of your equipment, and your ability to market yourself. The wider your network, the steadier your stream of clients will be. Get a website, blog regularly, learn how to get found by the search engines, and establish yourself on social media.

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StartupNation

MAY 9, 2021

Review your household finances and compare them to your estimated startup expenses. Look for networking potential all around you. Even supermoms like you need a support network to offer guidance, encouragement and practical assistance. Begin with the question, “How much time and money am I able to invest in this undertaking?”.

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StartupNation

AUGUST 3, 2021

In addition, working with the SBDC has also resulted in a much larger and growing network of business mentors and supporters. Review financing options. Networking through groups like your chamber of commerce, Rotary or other organizations may help you identify the perfect mentor. Help you identify blind spots. Choose carefully.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

AUGUST 21, 2020

However, it has several implications to small business financing that are more noteworthy than they seem. Aside from accounting and financial information, other data like social media signals are used. What American Express is getting reveals what the deal means to small business financing.

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