VC Funding

Thought Leaders

5 Ways to Lower the Gap in Funding for Women and BIPOC Entrepreneurs

Despite headlines proclaiming growth and progress, the funding gap for female and BIPOC-founded startups remains significant. By giving them an opportunity to make a difference in their field, we will make a difference in the world.

Starting a Business

Lessons From 'Once a Bootstrapped Startup, Now a VC-Funded Machine'

Many entrepreneurs begin as a bootstrapped startup, and if they succeed, they move into a VC-funded operation. Both phases present challenges and hardships.

Growth Strategies

How Do Angel Investing Platforms Fund Startups?

Angel investors are most likely the first source of external financing that start-ups raise

Business News

The Ukraine Crisis Hits Close to Home for Silicon Valley, and Tech Execs Aren't Wasting Time: 'They're Thinking Like a Startup, Which Allows Them to Move Faster'

Ukrainian-American venture capitalist and Worklife founder Brianne Kimmel discusses her company's involvement with relief efforts, including an offer to evacuate thousands of Ukrainian engineers, and how other companies can make the most of their resources to help those in need.

Entrepreneurs

The Future Of Founder Is Female!

Only 2.3% of all equity funding raised in 2020 globally went to women-led startups

Growing a Business

The Era of Blitzscaling Is Over. As a VC, My Money Is On 'Responsible Growth.'

Hypergrowth damages companies, people, and the planet. The businesses I'm betting on now are "earning the right to be around for decades."

Fundraising

How to Make the Most of Fundraising In 2022

Raising funds online is a trend that is here to stay. Here are some insights for fundraising in today's competitive, digitally savvy market.

Growing a Business

Businesses Should Scale for Passion, Not Investors

Entrepreneurial passion is too often lost when business leaders are forced to chase hyperscale growth targets.

Thought Leaders

她是无家可归。现在,她经营着一家2500万美元的探讨tment Fund for Women of Color.

Fearless Fund cofounder Arian Simone knows firsthand how hard it is for women of color to raise money. So after many setbacks and reinventions, she transformed herself into the solution she'd been looking for.

Thought Leaders

How 8 Women Investors Are Fixing the Shocking Lack of Funding For Women-Led Startups

They're writing checks, and making room for more women to do the same.

Business News

Reddit Seeks to Raise $700 Million in a New Funding Round

The company aims to expand internationally and bolster its advertising capabilities.

Cryptocurrency / Blockchain

Equity Fundraising Solutions: Traditional VCs or Cryptocurrencies?

If you're an experienced, well-connected entrepreneur, all you need is a good idea to find an investment. However, if you're new to the game, you may want to learn about equity tokens.

Thought Leaders

Learn How to Get VC Investment From a Former Investment Banker

Got a billion-dollar idea? You need million-dollar investors.

Starting a Business

10 Dos and Don'ts When Raising Capital for a Fast-Growing New Business

VCs know the score, so any attempt to snowball them won't work. Tell them what they need to know, though, and you're likely to get invited back.

Thought Leaders

5 Tips for Navigating the Entrepreneur/Investor Relationship

In a tug of war of interests, it's important that both sides maintain perspective. Read on for five insights into how an entrepreneur should play the game.