Finding Investors: Page 5
How One Woman Got Past the No's and Landed VC Funding
Female entrepreneurs, take note.
How One Fitness Entrepreneur Raised $14 Million
ClassPass co-founder Payal Kadakia isn't peddling out some new workout method. Instead, her company makes money by riding fitness trend waves.
5 Essentials for a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign
Crowdfunding is the sweat equity of financing. Every company, no matter how small, can succeed but it requires a lot of work.
The 5 C's to Creating a Winning Investment Pitch
You need to show why an investor should back you, and there are a number of traits that successful investees should show during the course of their pitch.
Put Yourself in Potential Investors' Shoes With These 4 Tips
Ask that essential question: Would you put money into your business concept? Make sure your pitch explains why.
How to Create an Elevator Pitch That Will Get You Funded
Tip: Don't explain your startup like it's your PhD dissertation.
Investors Are Hungry for Food Startups
Traditionally a field dominated by technology and biotechnology, venture investors have developed an appetite for food.
Why Unglamorous Consumer Startups Merit Some Investor Love
Tech startups have a hypnotic hold on investors, except for those who pay attention to the numbers.
5 Things Investors Want to Know Before Signing a Check
Your absolute faith in your idea is not shared by investors but, if you see things as they do, you can persuade them.
Pitching Investments to Pro Athletes Is No Slam Dunk
Athletes today are famously well paid and far more business savvy than in years past.
Inside the Mind of Big-Time Investor Fred Wilson
In this question-and-answer interview, Wilson discusses retirement, Tumblr's exit and getting over a difficult year.
4 Tips for Crafting the Perfect Elevator Pitch
The only way to really stand out when networking is to have an interesting and memorable conversation. Here are some suggestions.
How This Innovative Startup Convinced Investors to Give It $30 Million
The 34-year-old entrepreneur behind Hampton Creek wants to make eggs obsolete.
The Who, What and How to Survive SXSW 2014 (Infographic)
The big event in Austin, Texas, is under way. Here's a quick look at what you need to know and should expect.
Big Milestone: Crowdfunding Site Kickstarter Reaches $1 Billion in Pledges
In just five years, this Brooklyn, N.Y.-based startup has helped fund a ton of creative projects and entrepreneurs.