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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.…
Q&A: Choosing Between Convertible Notes and Priced Equity with Michael Hool
Expert Advice, Funding & Fundraising, PartnersA convertible note is a short-term debt that can be converted into equity (typically preferred shares) of a company. It has advantages and disadvantages for both investors and the issuing company. Michael Hool, of Hool Coury Law Group, focuses…
Expert Q&A: Startup Financing
Expert AdviceAlbert Martinez, leader of the relationship management team at Silicon Valley Bank, provides solid advice to entrepreneurs looking to raise capital:
What is your role at Silicon Valley Bank?
I primarily work with early and mid-stage software…