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Raising Capital
- 28/01/2025in Raising Capital, Startup Ecosystems
What the Best Angel Investors Do Differently in Startup Investing
The rush to become an angel investor mirrors the increase in the appeal of the “celebrity entrepreneur” we’ve seen over the last couple of decades. To flourish, the investor community must consolidate more (i.e. become an LP in a fund vs doing our own thing) and those who remain independent must level up their value-add. I... - 06/01/2025in Raising Capital, Startup Ecosystems
Venture Capital Manifests for Opportunity: It’s Not Available to Serve
For economic development professionals, community builders, and government officials committed to fostering entrepreneurship, it’s all too common to hear founders lament that a “lack of capital” is their most significant challenge. Yet, curiously, a lack of capital is rarely cited as a leading cause of startup failure. This disconnect points to a d... - 08/11/2024in Raising Capital, Startup Ecosystems
When Founders Need Referrals to Meet Investors, Fix This About Your Startup Ecosystem
In a well-functioning startup ecosystem, founders should know who their potential investors are and how to connect with them. In a supportive startup ecosystem, founders should know how to develop ventures that attract attention, supported by journalists and ecosystem leaders who promote fundable startups, so that investors engage them. Yet, we oft...