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15 Great Resources for Phoenix Startups
Blog, Events, Expert Advice, Startup, Uncategorized
It is often called the Silicon Desert. Phoenix is ripe with entrepreneurial activity and resources to support it. With an innovation ecosystem, Arizona attracts forward-thinking start ups. Here is a compilation of supportive sites for your…
The 5, make that 7, most toxic personalities that can poison your startup
Blog, Expert Advice, StartupBuilding a startup team is critical because you are bringing on and managing employees with minimal resources. Entrepreneurs need to find exceptional people to help their companies accelerate. And, they need to avoid bad hires that can poison…
Venture Madness Competitor Spotlight: Picmonic
Blog, Expert Advice, Funding & Fundraising, StartupPicmonic is the visual learning platform that improves memory retention by turning dry facts into unforgettable images. As co-founder and CEO, I’ve devoted much of my life to this entrepreneurial mission. When I heard about Venture Madness,…
Christie Kerner’s Take on Venture Madness & All Things Entrepreneurial
Blog, Events, Expert Advice, Startup, UncategorizedI guess you could say I’m a little fanatical about building businesses. But even beyond the art and science of launching companies, I’m completely dedicated to the brave entrepreneurs who are largely willing to do whatever it takes to succeed.…
Venture Madness Competitor Spotlight: Beacon Biomedical
Blog, Events, Expert Advice, Startup, UncategorizedBefore Beacon Biomedical decided to enter the Venture Madness competition, they were looking for the smartest next move for their business. When the angel investors they’d been meeting with suggested they talk to the Arizona Commerce Authority…
Why VC Confidence Matters To Every Young Company
Blog, Expert Advice, Funding & Fundraising, Startup, Uncategorized
When it comes to confidence, a rosy outlook among VC’s can be clouded. And that will cast a shadow on the future of start-ups everywhere. Here are some of the symptoms to recognize, and treatments to keep the VC community healthy and fit.
Relevance…
How To Master The Art Of The 60-second Pitch
Blog, Events, Expert Advice, StartupYou have 60 seconds to make an impression. That is about 200 words. Open with a hook that piques interest and close with a request—ask for something. Write out your story and then hone it for the most powerful pitch you can create. To make…
4 Legal Tips Startups Cannot Afford To Miss
Biz Laws + Regulations, Blog, Expert Advice, Startup, UncategorizedWhen starting the path of a startup, it is important to ensure protection of your people, your product, your presence and your process. Invest the time to take security measures for your efforts whether on your own or with counsel from a lawyer.…
Who. What. How. Three Secrets Investment Bankers Wish Every Startup Knew
Biz Laws + Regulations, Blog, Expert Advice, Funding & Fundraising, StartupMany entrepreneurs fail to consider what investment bankers can do to help them raise money. Let’s look at investment bankers — who they are, what they do, and how they differ from a VC or an angel — and key reasons that hiring an investment…
Six Success Principles to Ponder for High Performance
Blog, Expert Advice, StartupSuccessful entrepreneurs are admired for high performance. They amplify the best within themselves. They challenge themselves in new ways. In these efforts, underlying principles guide them. Give them focus.
Here are six principles for high…