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Rob Weber Rob Weber
Updated on April 22, 2024

The Weird and Wonderful Things Midwest Founders Do After They’ve Had a Big Exit

Whether you stay on post-transaction, become an investor or write a book, there’s a lot to be excited about after your hard work results in a successful sale.

Christian Kletzl Christian Kletzl
Updated on April 22, 2024

3 Rules for Founders Who Want to Improve Their Fundraising Efforts

Fundraising can be a tricky process. These three guidelines can help to remove some of the guesswork.

Tatum Hunter Tatum Hunter
Updated on April 22, 2024

The Coronavirus Stimulus Package Includes $350B for Small Businesses. But What About Startups?

Language in the economic stimulus package leaves unclear whether VC-backed startups will be eligible for relief.

Dominic Costanzo Dominic Costanzo
Updated on April 22, 2024

Here’s How to Thrive During the Shifting VC Funding Environment

Recalibrate your strategy and finances to grow even if money is tight.

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Tom Walker Tom Walker
Updated on April 22, 2024

5 Tips for Seed Funding Success

The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make is not investing in the legwork required to truly understand the customers they’re planning to serve.

Allie Felix Allie Felix
Updated on April 22, 2024

Here’s How 3 Startups Raised Money That Wasn’t Venture Capital

Founders can tap plenty of sources for funds instead of or in addition to the usual venture funding.

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Russ Wilcox Russ Wilcox
Updated on April 22, 2024

Why Your Startup Should Avoid Corporate Partnerships at Seed Stage

Corporate partnering at seed stage can distract you and even permanently lower the arc of your startup’s trajectory.

Colleen Heidinger Colleen Heidinger
Updated on April 22, 2024

Think the Tech Bubble Is Bursting? Not in America’s Second Cities.

Technology opportunities, funding and partnerships are creating thriving tech ecosystems in smaller cities.

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Russ Heddleston Russ Heddleston
Updated on April 22, 2024

3 VC Pitch Trends You Should Know When Forming Fundraising Plans

Even in a frenzied marketplace, startup founders still face an uphill battle to differentiate themselves.

Ansel Parikh Ansel Parikh
Updated on April 22, 2024

3 Financial Literacy Best Practices for Founders

Thorough understanding of finances can mean the difference between success and failure.

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