The Seraf Compass

JUNE 2, 2021

Market Opportunity is an important metric for estimating the long-term potential for an early stage company. At that size, a market is large enough to support a $25M+ company. Typically, we invest in companies that are going after market sizes of at least $100M.

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Revolution

MARCH 26, 2025

Ive been grateful to see that support firsthand throughout my careerwhether through the passage of the JOBS Act , the creation of Opportunity Zones , or, most recently, the Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs) initiative. We all know that talent is everywhere, but opportunity is often not. were on the platform.

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NZ Entrepreneur

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Sales strategy, coaching + CRM Fractional, outsourced sales Trade shows, expos + events We support you and your business to grow a healthy sales pipeline. Its no wonder opportunities stall, and buyers refuse to budge. Since forming in 2014, were excited to be part of the sales growth story for more than 50 businesses. Youre not alone.

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American Entrepreneurship

AUGUST 14, 2024

Whether it is gaining greater access to funding, more support balancing family and career, or other hurdles, women need more resources and opportunities to succeed. States offer the most opportunities for aspiring women entrepreneurs. The fu ll data set of the 50 U.S.

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 18, 2019

Resistor is a bit under the radar as a very cool community—and so being associated with it was a signal that I could have only known about if, again, I spent all of my efforts as a seed investor turning over every rock looking for opportunity. This is exactly the wrong way to think about the economic opportunity presented by innovation.

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NZ Entrepreneur

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Asset Finance: Whether it’s machinery, vehicles, or other business assets, we offer finance solutions to support essential purchases. What excites us most about working at Capital Connect is the opportunity to help businesses unlock their potential and thrive. Learn more. Discover options. Explore our property finance.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 14, 2025

At the same time, Launchpad@Stevens supports student innovation by providing mentorship, funding, and networking opportunities. Empowering Student Entrepreneurship The $50,000 donation from Chegg will be instrumental in supporting student-led startups, providing funding for materials, supplies, and essential technological resources.

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This is going to be BIG.

OCTOBER 19, 2016

It means a lot to me to find financial opportunities investing in companies that I can be really proud of--education companies like Tinybop and Tinkergarten , or companies at the forefront of fair labor practices like Homer Logistics. Moreover, it has a community built around diverse perspectives, support and empowerment.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 25, 2021

Everyone deserves to have equal opportunities, rights, and benefits,” says Marí?a She dedicates herself to creating wearable art and ethical jewelry using unconventional materials and creating fair employment opportunities for at-risk groups in El Salvador. I gained a solid business background to support my creative side.

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NZ Entrepreneur

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Maria King’s governance career has focused on supporting and building innovative new businesses, so when she undertook the Institute of Directors ’ Advanced Directors Course (ADC) , she was delighted to see a section on startup governance included. If it has that beautiful mix, alongside growing and scaling opportunities, then I’m happy.

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American Entrepreneurship

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Governor Josh Shapiro’s bipartisan budget supports programs to create vibrant downtowns and commercial corridors across PA helping small businesses. It supports main streets, downtown business districts, small businesses, and local communities across Pennsylvania.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 20, 2025

Washingtons Premier Connector of Tech and Policy Leaders Welcomes the Next Generation of Innovators that includes Delta Force, an annual cohort designed to support 6-10 of DCs most promising startup founders. Additionally, STATION DC is launching Delta Force, an annual cohort designed to support 6-10 of DCs most promising startup founders.

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Tomasz Tunguz

MARCH 4, 2025

Use Situational Judgement : tailor support for employees ranging from micromanagement for new hires to hands-off for high performers. Cultivate growth mindset : View challenges as learning opportunities rather than fixed obstacles. Team Building Anatomy of a Reference Check : Then get out of their way.

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Source Link

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners in Nebraska now have access to a premier network of interconnected support resources that spans the 76,878 square mile state. One key aspiration was driving job creation and attracting young adults to the area by providing more support for entrepreneurs, innovators and small businesses.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 1, 2020

How long can you support your team? Embrace this era of uncertainty as an opportunity. Ask yourself: Are there new ways for you to support your goals? Lean on industry peers for creative ways to support your staff and stay informed about the latest laws and resources in your area. • Will you survive?

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American Entrepreneurship

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The two-year-old startup having served approximately 40,000 customers announced the closing of a $21 million Seed funding round to support its AI speech models and an AI voice agent platform. Speech as an interface is exploding in popularity, and we knew it was a massive opportunity from the get-go,” said Felfel, CEO of PlayAI.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JANUARY 23, 2024

The lack of opportunities for those interested in STEM led Kavelle to open the door for others to get the education she wanted to have on these subjects, which is how the STEM Builders Learning Hub came to be. She continued to network to get the support that she needed.

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

JUNE 1, 2021

When I look at all of the opportunities we are currently considering plus all of the investments we have made this year to date, what stands out most to me is the location of the founders and teams. I believe the pandemic changed that equation dramatically and USV’s “deal log” is a great example of that.

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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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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

People: Develop a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and wellbeing for all 2. EO will enable its members to improve sustainable development performance in their businesses and take advantage of new opportunities in the green economy. 3 ways EO will support and empower members on their sustainability journeys.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 26, 2024

With nearly 19,000 members in over 80 countries, EO offers local, regional, and global experiences that support entrepreneurs beyond just business. Your first year with EO is a journey of discovery, filled with opportunities to grow and connect. The support and insights I gained from fellow entrepreneurs were invaluable.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 5, 2025

Mentoring for entrepreneurs involves receiving personalized guidance and support tailored to the individuals unique personal and business needs. Emotional Support and Confidence Building Entrepreneurship can be an emotional rollercoaster. For many entrepreneurs, having a business advisor and mentor is a game-changer.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 6, 2021

My first entrepreneurial opportunity. the conversation morphed into a discussion around the opportunity for me to start a business designed to service HIS new business. — the conversation morphed into a discussion around the opportunity for me to start a business designed to service HIS new business. Taking the plunge .

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Source Link

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The concept of building networks of support, or what has sometimes been referred to as, forging “entrepreneurial ecosystems”, has been a key focus for many advancing the idea that innovation and entrepreneurship will be the future of not just our recovery- but the necessary inclusive pathway for economic advancement and wealth building for all.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Freedom to succeed or fail on my own accord (though failure is just another opportunity). I came a long way to reach where I am now: a social entrepreneur who is founder and president of a foundation that supports girls whose dreams do not fit the life they live—like me in my youth. Opportunity to Fix What’s Broken.

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Source Link

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Individuals who had never considered launching a startup began creating businesses out of a combination of necessity and opportunity. and abroad with entrepreneurship at the forefront, it’s more important than ever to rethink and reboot as one global ecosystem to support a more sustainable and equitable world.

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American Entrepreneurship

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Innovative entrepreneurs have an opportunity to obtain funding and resources in an upcoming cohort. Those accepted into the program will strategically collaborate with NEC, receiving engineering expertise, extensive R&D resources, comprehensive support services, and funding to fast-track innovations. Venture Studio.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 21, 2025

Every event, workshop, and conversation is an opportunity to plant seeds for future success, turning bold dreams into flourishing realities. The Good Soil Forum tackles this issue head-on, providing financial tools, mentorship, and a network of supporters committed to helping businesses flourishespecially in undercapitalized communities.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

The organization saw an opportunity to “light a torch of change by providing dynamics of self-transcendence” that would help promote national strength, especially to leaders in positions of resolving conflicts and finding solutions to problems. When people saw the kind of work that was helping others, they decided they wanted to join in.

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Source Link

JANUARY 29, 2022

In 2021, we saw new programs and funding opportunities from the EDA and SBA to rebuild, sustain and grow entrepreneurship. At SourceLink, we continued the entrepreneurial ecosystem building work we’re known for while proactively developing ways to bolster this renewed wave of support. Our network grew in number and impact in 2021.

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Source Link

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Geography does not determine success—it may surface some unique challenges, but it also gives unique opportunities. These businesses deserve our support and celebration; they make up the bulk of the existing entrepreneurial ecosystem in any community. Talent seeks opportunities, and opportunities can (and must) be created.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 14, 2024

to support female entrepreneurs. This helped me hone in on those areas, where I found that the intersection of parenting and entrepreneurship created a unique set of challenges and opportunities for women. I realized there was a growing demand from women looking to build businesses in wellness and family-focused niches.

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Source Link

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

To support and accelerate this momentum, the National Entrepreneur Center (NEC) and Orange County Government have partnered with SourceLink, tapping into our consulting services, software solutions and national network to strengthen and build upon the rich tradition of collaboration the NEC and Orlando entrepreneurial ecosystem have forged.

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Source Link

AUGUST 9, 2021

Both communities recently participated in NLC’s City Innovation Ecosystems (CIE) program, offered in partnership with and support from the Kauffman Foundation. SourceLink® worked with Kankakee to inventory the region’s nonprofit, higher education, and governmental support resources as well as lending and equity sources.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

With the completion of a $15 million Series A funding round led by Threshold Ventures and supported by investors including Craft Ventures, Intel Capital, and Y Combinator, the company is poised to automate the workflows of high-growth software companies and help them scale their presence on cloud marketplaces.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Inspired by her “prison hustle,” Saichelle saw an opportunity in the laundry business. With the support of a friend who gifted her a van (she paid $1 for it) and a mentor in the dry cleaning business, she built a website and embarked on her entrepreneurial journey as founder of WashRoom Laundry. We are a second-chances employer.

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