Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 19, 2024

My family and I lived a minimalist lifestyle, relying on the support of friends and relatives to make ends meet. It was a brute-force strategy, devoid of any fairy-tale twists, but it was effective. When you invest in your business with your own money rather than investment dollars, you pay attention to every penny.

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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. Its a striking reminder that beyond financial resources and business plans, confidence and support networks are essential for female entrepreneurs to thrive.

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AsiaTechDaily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Brinc, which provides support across various sectors, including Web3, has partnered with Animoca Brands to fast-track over 60 Web3 firms spanning diverse industries. The accelerators aim to address the recent decline in funding for Web3 startups in the past year, leading to challenges for emerging projects during their early stages.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 5, 2020

Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) is proud to support International Women’s Day (IWD), which celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political contributions of women. What specific ways are you supporting gender equality in your business and your community? The Point 7 team.

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This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 2, 2010

If you can’t back it up with guidance and mentorship, we’re burning up a lot of cash, 500k at a time. Getting key strategy advice early on, or getting introduced to a new market can make or break a company in ways that no amount of angel capital can help. You’d also be incredibly shortsighted.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 16, 2024

At EO, we celebrate and support entrepreneurs on World Entrepreneurs’ Day—and every day! EO supports entrepreneurs at every age and stage. EOA supports growth through direct learning, access to mentors, leaders, peers, and experts. As a mostly freelance firm with contractors, it was very difficult to scale.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MAY 18, 2021

Janese Henderson, also a 2017 Fellow, encourages confidence and mentorship with Jan’s Empowerment Institute in Antigua and Barbuda. Before you expand your audience, your local community will be first to support your organization, so it makes sense to use your organization to support your community. Experiment.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 1, 2024

So, what are some of the recognition perks that truly resonate with angel investors and influence their decision to support your venture? Personalizing recognition perks is a powerful strategy. These perks honor their initial contribution and incentivize ongoing support, which is essential for sustaining long-term relationships.

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AsiaTechDaily

AUGUST 10, 2023

Launched in 2006, Pangyo Techno Valley has evolved across its three phases, fostering a collaborative ecosystem comprising businesses, support entities, and national government involvement. Situated at Pangyo Startup Campus, these startups not only get an entrepreneurial space but also receive targeted business growth strategies.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 7, 2019

Starting as a project manager with a background in engineering, Ashna launched YHS to develop and implement community projects supporting the U.N. At home she had always learned to share and help others, and her desire to support increasingly more people evolved over time. Most YHS projects are supported through strategic partnerships.

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Source Link

MAY 10, 2022

On Thursday, April 21, SourceLink hosted Building Rural Communities Through Entrepreneurship , a webinar on strategies for growing rural communities through entrepreneurship-led economic development. In 2021, she realized city government needed technical support to figure out how to better support entrepreneurs and innovators.

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Source Link

DECEMBER 1, 2021

These businesses deserve our support and celebration; they make up the bulk of the existing entrepreneurial ecosystem in any community. After all, the only way to fill a gap is to identify it, and work collaboratively to address and overcome systemic barriers to better support small business success. Digitally disconnected.

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Founders Coop

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

From the beginning, we were deeply committed to Techstars’ “give first” ethos and mentorship-driven approach to startup investing. Rather than compete for the #1 market, Techstars made a virtue of supporting nascent startup ecosystems in the other major tech and financial hubs in the US, and eventually, around the world.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 23, 2014

And I spoke with the CTO of another great company I used to be on the board of and enlisted his support in potentially being an advisor to one company. The best way is to ask somebody you respect to meet and make it clear you’d like a short meeting just to learn and get mentorship. You have to select carefully.

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AsiaTechDaily

JUNE 15, 2023

Over the past year, Venture Builder has supported releasing 15 games in the market. To spearhead its IP partnership strategy, the company has appointed Derrick Sim, a seasoned gaming executive who previously served as Scopely’s General Manager for Southeast Asia.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

which matters for getting future support) Where the fund is in its investment cycle (year 1 out of 10 or year 7 out of 10)? We capped our fund size so that we would stay true to our investment strategy in terms of size, scope and number of partners as we stood in 2014 when we raised the fund. I could go on for a long time.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 19, 2025

Under Governor Murphys leadership, the NJEDA has focused on supporting cutting-edge industries like AI, creating family-sustaining jobs for residents and bolstering the states innovation economy, said NJEDA Chief Executive Officer Tim Sullivan.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

DECEMBER 22, 2023

No strategy → no focus → no improvements → no differentiators → no happiness in what I do → back to employee mode. Without a strategy, one might temporarily enjoy the comfort of a well-established business with a waiting pipeline of potential clients, coasting on inertia. My 2023 strategy: Mentoring triangle of strength.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 5, 2025

On the business side, they face hard decisions about establishing the right marketing strategy for their products and services, gaining timely access to capital to grow their business and dealing with the day-to-day operations. They help you avoid c ommon pitfalls and introduce proven strategies that accelerate growth.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 12, 2022

The startups will receive mentorship from Snap executives and will also get access to networking opportunities. “Snap’s Yellow Accelerator was founded to support mission-driven, creative entrepreneurs who are building at the intersection of creativity and technology,” the company said in a blog post.

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AsiaTechDaily

MAY 11, 2023

Participants will receive mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals and will have the opportunity to participate in the Singapore FinTech Festival. Tenity aims to support visionary entrepreneurs in the region and contribute to the growth of emerging technologies and groundbreaking startups.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JULY 10, 2024

Through expert-led weekly group sessions and personalized mentorship, participants refine their business models, financial strategies, and presentation skills, culminating in a compelling pitch presentation. The post Ben Franklin’s Spring 2024 TechCelerator Winners Announced!

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Although veteran-owned businesses are often more successful than the average startup, they still need mentorship, funding and support to take their idea from concept to market. The 7-week program helps veterans create a business model and develop a funding strategy, and it enables them to collaborate with other veterans.

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AsiaTechDaily

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Entrepreneurs are drawn to Singapore’s comprehensive support system, which has business-incubating infrastructure, tax incentives, substantial government subsidies, and strong international connections. In this guide, we’ll explore the diverse startup programs available in Singapore.

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NZ Entrepreneur

MARCH 16, 2025

James covers the genesis of Ministry of Awesome following the Christchurch earthquakes in 2011, and provides updates on Ministry of Awesome approaches to startup founder support and programming. We’ve got some really incredible people that have joined our team to provide that one-to-one mentorship and advice.

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Startup Blogpost

JUNE 29, 2023

In this article, 13 CEOs, founders, and HR executives reveal their insights, ranging from implementing formal mentorship programs to cultivating a positive culture through planning. Discover how these leaders successfully addressed and resolved pressing HR issues in their startups.

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 3, 2016

Examples of VC platform services include: recruiting, marketing, design support, inside sales reps, consulting, accounting services and so forth. Nearly every startup I have spoken to over the years – including some where I’m a co-investor – talks positively about the support they’ve gotten from A16Z.

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American Entrepreneurship

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

These sessions aim to foster a supportive community where female founders can share their experiences, gain mentorship, and connect with investors committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. These sessions cover topics from market trends and investment strategies to leadership and innovation.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 21, 2023

Early-stage founders need mentorship and support to build a successful startup, and conventional wisdom says, “Get thee to an incubator or an accelerator!” He oversees the i-lab’s strategy and operations, and he acts as the primary liaison to the i-lab’s key stakeholders and the local, national and global innovation community.

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 6, 2014

Obviously I’m a proponent of still working closely with your investors to make sure that they feel bought into your decisions which will matter a lot if you ever need their support in the future. Mentorship. Offering a sparring-partner function on strategic decisions. Reviewing financial & operational performance.

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Startup Blogpost

MAY 19, 2023

To understand the importance of mentorship for startup businesses, we gathered insights from 16 experienced CEOs, founders, and industry experts. They can identify pitfalls, recommend marketing and sales channels, and give feedback on strategy and tactics. That’s where mentors come in.

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StartupNation

JULY 19, 2021

By understanding each generation’s unique needs and how to support those needs, employers can better adapt to current and emerging generations. Supporting multigenerational workforces. To help baby boomers succeed, employers should create specific goals and deadlines, offer mentorships roles and take a coaching-style feedback approach.

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Startup Blogpost

JULY 21, 2023

10 Strategies to Scale Hourly Hiring With Quality and Diversity Scaling your hourly hiring process while ensuring quality and diversity is a challenge that many leaders face. To help you navigate this, we asked ten industry leaders and CEOs for their top strategies.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 22, 2023

He recalled meeting people who helped shape the strategy of Caroo, not just those who invested, but who were successful founders and operators first. It was important to me to create a community of seasoned founders who could offer support and advice to entrepreneurs throughout their journey,” Kurt Seidensticker said via email. “It

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

JANUARY 30, 2024

Participants in the program engaged in weekly workshops and coaching calls, refining their revenue models, competitive strategies, and customer acquisition. With a $50,000 convertible note and personalized founder mentorship, Bridge2 lays the foundation for promising entrepreneurs to thrive in a competitive landscape.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 31, 2024

If the founding entrepreneurs believe their business models will scale quickly, they will need a good deal of funding to support growth. Building a rapport may lead to mentorship, strategic guidance, or an advisory role. Many, but not all, turn to investors to provide the necessary funds to grow.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 6, 2021

Murphy’s strategy overall for the economy is to build a stronger and fairer New Jersey and a stronger and fairer economy,” Sullivan said, adding that the state is also focused on “reclaiming New Jersey’s heritage of leadership, innovation and entrepreneurship.”. I think two of the centerpieces of Gov.

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