Business Funding
Survey Shows Founders Ignored by VCs Are Succeeding With Equity Crowdfunding
Women and people of color seldom win the backing of venture capitalists, but they have a promising alternative with equity crowdfunding.
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Business Funding
This Unlikely VC Has Invested $4 Million in Underrepresented Founders
Women, people of color and LGBTQ founders receive less than 10 percent of venture capital. Arlan Hamilton is changing that.
By Alice
Business Funding
We Just Raised $21 Million. Here’s How to Spend a Massive Funding Round.
Follow these do's and don'ts to make the most of your funding without making any lavish mistakes.
By Avi Meir
Business Funding
VCs These Days Are Off Chasing Unicorns. But You Have Another Funding Option: Acquisition.
Showcasing that you have an innovative idea, understand your market need and have a talented team can get you in the door with the right potential partner.
Business Accounting
Is the VC Era Over? Let’s Hope So for the Sake of Business.
While VCs love to find and fund innovation, they're terrible at producing it.
By Ben Lamm
Tech
Should You Launch an ICO to Raise Money for Your Startup?
As of February 2018, 46 percent of the previous year's ICOs had already failed -- despite the fact that they had raised more than $104 million.
Business Accounting
She Raised Millions From Investors … Then Almost Lost It All
Raquel Tavares had just finished raising a round of funding -- and then her team looked at the company's numbers and realized they were almost out of money.
By Jason Feifer
Business Accounting
5 Ways to Bootstrap Your Vision Into Reality Without Outside Funding
Investment in SEO will eventually pay off.
By Abdo Riani
Business Funding
Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 12: ‘That Is the Best Pitch I’ve Seen’
In the season finale, the investors have never been so impressed.
Business Funding
Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 9: ‘I Love Money’
This week, our high-profile investor judges get particular about what makes a company worth their time and funds.
Business Funding
This Founder Found Out Her Investor Allegedly Sexually Harassed Women and Gave Back $500,000 in Funding
A moral crisis blindsided Unbound CEO Polly Rodriguez and put her brand's values to the test.
Business News
High-Impact Growth Investments
South Africa's B-BBEE codes have opened up a wealth of investment opportunities for black and white businesses alike. Fatima Vawda of 27four Investment Managers unpacks the opportunities for South African SME growth.
Business Funding
When an Investor Bailed, Finery Founders Brooklyn Decker and Whitney Casey Had to Do Major Damage Control
Finding new capital, calming staff nerves and making sure the brand's reputation was intact called for calm leadership and quick thinking.
Business Funding
Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 3: ‘Did He Just Abort His Own Mission?’
This week our investors and guest judge IndyCar race winner Danica Patrick find themselves conflicted about everything from health benefits to valuations.
Business Funding
Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 2: The Power Is in the Percentage
Watch to find out how our investors and special guest Rashad Jennings react to these pitches.
Business Accounting
4 Practical Tips for Building Up Your Savings to Launch Your Small Business
These everyday fixes can supercharge your stash and help you reach your goal.
By Hayden Field
Business Funding
Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 1: Breaking the Cardinal Rule of Pitching
Entrepreneur's pitch show is back. Watch to see who makes it into the board room and who is sent home.
Building a Business
4 Ways Modern Entrepreneurs Break Through Old Barriers to Start New Businesses
The challenges facing the aspiring entrepreneurs are not new but the tools they have available certainly are.
By Parth Misra
Thought Leaders
Resolving Your Self-Doubts Removes a Huge Barrier to Business Success
Female entrepreneurs continue to face challenges that hinder their growth and success.
Building a Business
The Top 4 Reasons Startups Fail, According to 14 International Accelerators
The only mystery about startup failure is why founders keep making the same mistakes.
Business Funding
Is Seed Funding the Right Answer for Your Startup?
Investment isn't for everyone, and understanding the impact it may have on your business is something few entrepreneurs consider beforehand.
Business Funding
Capital-Hungry Startups Should Consider This Alternative to VCs.
Venture firms are funding fewer startups, mostly in selected places. If yours is outside the promised land that is Silicon Valley, business development companies might be your best bet for funding.
Building a Business
Why Are We So Good at Finding the Next LeBron but Not the Next Einstein?
Professional sports search the world for stars. We are hit-or-miss about every other sort of talent.
By Ross Baird
Business Funding
What Elon Musk Can Teach You About Getting Funding for Your Startup
Learn from the entrepreneur's successes -- and his mistakes.
By Ivan Kreimer
Business Funding
This Online Tool Will Tell You Whether You’re Ready for Funding
Even if you aren't seeking private capital, you can take an online survey to determine whether your company is well positioned for growth.
Business Funding
Why I Turned Down $1 Million From Investors
When cash comes with strings attached, sometimes it's not worth it.
By Tom Szaky
Business Funding
Shark Tank’s Barbara Corcoran Shares Her Secret to Pitching Success
Take a look behind the scenes at the investor's Entrepreneur magazine cover shoot.
By Nina Zipkin