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🚀 Exciting News for Founders and Investors! 🚀 Are you ready to take your startup journey to the next level? Join our vibrant community at Founder Hub and unlock a world of opportunities for collaboration, growth, and success! At Founder Hub, we understand the challenges and hurdles that founders and investors face on their entrepreneurial journey. That's why we've created a dynamic and supportive ecosystem where you can connect with like-minded individuals, access valuable resources, and discover new opportunities for partnership and investment. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur looking to expand your network or a budding founder seeking guidance and support, Founder Hub is the place for you. Here's what you can expect: 🤝 Networking: Connect with fellow founders, investors, and industry experts from around the globe. Build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations. 💡 Resources: Access a wealth of resources, including articles, guides, and exclusive offers, to help you navigate the startup landscape and overcome challenges along the way. 🌐 Community: Be part of a supportive and inclusive community where you can share your successes, learn from others' experiences, and celebrate milestones together. 📈 Opportunities: Pitch your ideas to potential investors, discover exciting investment opportunities, and stay updated on the latest news and trends in the startup world. Joining Founder Hub is easy! Simply click the link below to become a member of our thriving community: Community link: https://lnkd.in/gVGMqkDv Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with fellow founders and investors. Together, we can turn your startup dreams into reality! #FounderHub #StartupCommunity #Entrepreneurship #InvestmentOpportunities

𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆: 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 🚀💡 𝟭. 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 💸 Raising funds is a significant hurdle for tech startups. Crafting a compelling pitch and finding the right investors is crucial. This evokes determination and the thrill of opportunity. 𝟮. 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺: 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 👥 Finding skilled and passionate team members is essential. Creating an attractive work culture can help attract top talent. This evokes a sense of community and shared vision. 𝟯. 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁 📈 The tech industry is fiercely competitive. Identifying your unique value proposition and effectively marketing it is key. This evokes creativity and strategic thinking. 𝟰. 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 📊 As your startup grows, scaling operations efficiently is critical. Implementing scalable systems and processes can ensure sustainable growth. This evokes ambition and forward-thinking. 𝟱. 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲 🔄 Continuous innovation is vital in the tech industry. Encouraging a culture of innovation and staying updated with trends can keep your startup ahead. This evokes excitement and a forward-looking mindset. #TechStartup #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Funding #TeamBuilding #MarketStrategy #Growth #Scalability #FutureTech #StartupJourney

Starting my own business changed my life in amazing ways. It taught me to be more disciplined and gave me a clear purpose. I began waking up early, setting daily goals, and managing my time better. I also started taking care of my health and focusing on important relationships. This new structure made me more productive and fulfilled. Running my own business made me more responsible and driven to improve every day. 🚀✨ Why Startups Are Important: 💡 New Ideas: Startups bring fresh, creative solutions to problems. 📈 Economic Boost: They create jobs and help the economy grow. 🤝 Healthy Competition: Startups keep big companies on their toes, leading to better products for consumers. 🌟 Flexibility: They can quickly adapt to changes and set new trends. 🏘️ Community Support: Startups often help local communities grow and thrive. 🛠️ Solving Problems: They tackle specific issues that bigger companies might ignore. In short, startups do more than just business—they build better futures. They are the backbone of the economy, driving progress and growth. By helping people become more disciplined and purposeful, and by boosting the economy and communities, startups play a vital role in creating a better, more dynamic world. 💪🌍🚀 #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #EconomicGrowth #CommunitySupport #NewIdeas #Flexibility #HealthyCompetition #SolvingProblems

Top US Cities to Raise SAFEs & Convertible Notes of $1M or less The top 4 cities (SF, NYC, LA & Boston) accounted for over 60% of these convertible rounds based on 4k+ rounds done on Carta over the past 12 months. Austin, Miami, Washington D.C., Chicago, Seattle and Denver round out the Top 10. #10 Denver-Boulder (84) had double the number of these early-stage rounds compared to #15 SLC-Provo (42), which is interesting. Shoutout to #19 Phoenix for making the Top 20. I'm excited that Founders N' Funders is doing an event there this week! Any cities on here that surprise you in regards to early-stage startup activity? Any emerging cities not on the list that might make the list in the coming 12 months? 💡 Another interesting note: • SAFEs make up 70% or more of total pre-priced capital invested in the vast majority of these markets, though not all. _______ Props as always to Peter Walker, Head of Insights at Carta, for providing such insightful data based on over 45,000 companies! (If you are a startup founder, or investor, you should definitely be following Peter on LinkedIn!)

Lack of funding is the number one reason startups fail! *Day 2 - Why do startups need external capital?* Companies lead the way for new opportunities and drive the future economy. But behind the creative thoughts and dreams lies a test: the need for external capital. What makes external capital so crucial for them? 1. Business growth A brilliant business idea will require adequate resources to scale. External funding is necessary to accelerate growth, whether broadcasting errands, selecting top talents, or investing in innovative work. 2. Market share Startups can seize the market share best through external capital. It helps the startups to invest in aggressive marketing campaigns, customer acquisition, and product innovation. 3. Product It helps startups with resources to invest in new product development, research, and innovation. 4. Team Raising capital allows the startups to attract top talents and retain them through market competitive salaries, respect, motivation, growth opportunities, and other benefits. Entrepreneurship is never a solitary journey. It requires passion, vision, strategic partnerships, and monetary support to overcome obstacles related to business growth. Why else do you think startups need external capital? TDV Partners #angelinvesting #fundraising #entrepreneurship

For many tech startups the pursuit of growth and fundraising often takes center stage. Entrepreneurs and founders are frequently urged to secure funding, scale rapidly, and attract investors as indicators of success. However, this approach, while seemingly promising, can lead to pitfalls that undermine long-term viability. One of the critical reasons why tech startups falter lies in their disproportionate emphasis on fundraising and rapid growth at the expense of building sustainable systems. While securing capital is essential for scaling operations and innovation, it shouldn’t overshadow the importance of establishing robust business models and resilient operational frameworks. Imagine a scenario where startups prioritize sustainable growth strategies over solely pursuing investment rounds. This approach advocates for developing strong risk management systems, fostering corporate governance structures, and building a foundation that can weather financial challenges and market fluctuations. Over the next few weeks I'll be focusing my conversations on the importance of building functional operational frameworks and how to build them for tech startups. However, while the allure of rapid growth and fundraising is undeniable, tech startups must recalibrate their priorities to prioritize sustainability. By focusing on building resilient systems, implementing effective risk management strategies, and fostering a culture of innovation and responsibility, startups can lay a foundation for enduring success. Let’s shift the narrative from mere growth to sustainable growth, where success is measured not just by fundraising milestones but by the ability to create lasting value and weather the storms of entrepreneurship. #TechStartups #SustainableGrowth #Entrepreneurship #BusinessStrategy #StartupSuccess #CorporateGovernance #RiskManagement #Innovation #Leadership #InvestmentStrategy #ArinolaOgunrinde

𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐲? Investing in startups is like planting seeds—you hope they'll grow into something amazing. Over the years, I've learned a few things the hard way. Here’s what I keep in mind: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: Do they really believe in what they’re building? Passion fuels perseverance. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥: Is there a real demand? I look for gaps in the market that the startup can fill. 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Can this business grow? I’m interested in ideas that have the potential to expand. 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬: A strong, complementary team can navigate rough waters. I look for synergy. Every investment is a leap of faith, but with these factors in mind, it’s a leap worth taking. What do you consider before investing? Let's discuss #AngelInvesting #StartupSuccess #SmartInvestments #FounderPassion #Scalability #MarketPotential

🌍 Calling All Impact-Driven Entrepreneurs! 🌍 Are you leading a startup that drives positive social or environmental change? Looptera Ventures is excited to offer a unique opportunity to early-stage impact startups seeking to make a difference. We are currently scouting for entrepreneurs with innovative solutions in healthcare, affordable housing, and consumer technology who are building a circular economy and sustainable practices. If you’re based on the U.S. East Coast and fit our focus areas, you could be the perfect candidate for a $50,000 seed-stage investment to help scale your impact. What We’re Looking For: - Startups committed to minimizing waste and enhancing resource efficiency - Teams focused on positive health, environmental outcomes, or economic benefits for underserved communities - Companies with a clear plan for sustainable growth and measurable impact 🚀 Ready to Take Your Impact to the Next Level? 🚀  Apply now, or connect with us here to learn more about this funding opportunity. Together, we can turn purpose-driven ideas into action. Our Team Our team of five Johns Hopkins MBA students, each with roughly a decade of industry experience, shares a commitment to community health and positive impact. We bring entrepreneurial backgrounds and expertise in healthcare fairness, educational equity, and small business consulting. Leveraging Johns Hopkins resources and insights from the Turner MIINT program, we aim to identify promising U.S.-based startups in healthcare, affordable housing, and technology. Our goal is to merge financial success with meaningful social change. #ImpactInvesting #CircularEconomy #SocialImpact #Entrepreneurs #SustainableInnovation #SeedFunding #LoopteraVentures #HealthcareInnovation #AffordableHousing #ConsumerTech

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽? Very few #StartupFounders have enough money to launch with no external help. Here are six ways to look for #investors. 1️⃣ Networking Events Attend industry-specific events, conferences, and meetups where investors frequent. Networking face-to-face can create a lasting impression and establish valuable connections. 2️⃣Online Platforms Utilize online platforms like AngelList, Crunchbase, and LinkedIn to connect with potential investors. Craft a compelling profile highlighting your startup's vision, traction, and team to attract investor interest. 3️⃣ Angel Investors and Venture Capital Firms Angel investors often provide early-stage funding and mentorship, while venture capital firms typically invest larger amounts in more mature startups. Tailor your approach based on your startup's stage and funding requirements. 4️⃣ Accelerators and Incubators Joining accelerators or incubators can provide not only funding but also mentorship, resources, and access to a network of investors. 5️⃣ Warm Introductions Leverage your existing network for warm introductions to investors. Personal connections can significantly increase your chances of securing meetings and investments. 6️⃣ Pitching Events and Competitions Participate in pitching events, startup competitions, and demo days to showcase your startup to potential investors. These platforms offer valuable exposure and networking opportunities. 💡 Remember, finding the right investor is not just about securing funds but also about finding a partner who shares your vision and can provide strategic guidance and support. Stay persistent and focused. #StartupFunding #Investment #VentureCapital #AngelInvestors #Networking #Entrepreneurship #Pitching #BusinessGrowth

TLDR, networking during relevant events helps on getting your ideas or concept funded. If you're afraid of spilling too many beans on what you are working on, craft your product/service introductory that's sufficient enough based on these pointers: - What problem you are trying to solve/what space you are trying to innovate - What is the high-level roadmap? Estimated release of your first prove-of-concept, MVP? - How do you think having who and who (e.g. Domain expert, mentor, funders) could help on your current traction. 𝗗𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁: - Overhype on your ideas - Ask for money upfront (e.g. I need $600k next month to invest on this and that) - Hold up too much of information that may help potential investors saying yes to you