Fundraising
Funding
![Andrea Huspeni]()
What This Investor Looks for When Funding a Company
At Circular Summit, Jesse Draper of Halogen Ventures will share what investors like her seek in early-stage companies to those ready to make an exit.
Volunteering
![Rob Wenger]()
How to Build a Volunteer Corps That Outlasts a Surge
Turn one-time volunteers into lifelong supporters.
Fundraising
![Mark Abell]()
You Want to Start a Business -- How Should You Finance It?
Steering through fundraising pitfalls can be the life or death of your company.
Funding
![Sherry Gray]()
5 Business-Funding 'Rules' to Break
New options exist for small businesses struggling to find financing. It's easier than ever to secure funding -- if you're willing to explore uncommon avenues.
Raising Capital
![Dana Oshiro]()
The 3 Big Things VCs Look For When Funding Startups
VCs don't want to miss out, but they need to know the investment is worth it.
Raising Capital
![Jeff Harbach]()
When Raising Capital For Your Business, Bigger Checks Are Not Always Better
For lots of smaller businesses, bootstrapping and micro-VC might be a better option.
Startups
![Mack Kolarich]()
5 Types of Startup Investors To Avoid
These investor behaviors can permanently damage their startups
Raising Capital
![Levi King]()
How to Bleed Your Friends Dry for Your Business -- and Still Remain Friends
Family and friends might be your only option for funds. Here are some tips on how to best go about it.
Bootstrapping
![Brian Foley]()
5 Reasons Bootstrapping Your Business is the Best Thing You Can Do
Investors know those companies that are bootstrapped know how to run the business and ensure equity.
Venture Capital
![Lydia Belanger]()
3 Shifts That Signify Where Venture Capital Is Headed This Year
Following a peak in 2015, investors are adjusting their priorities.
Crowdfunding
![Lesya Liu]()
5 Essentials for Your Crowdfunding Project to Succeed
Lots of good projects flop as crowdfunding projects, not because the idea was bad but because the funding campaign was poorly executed.
Venture Capital
![Lydia Belanger]()
VC Funding Is a Pipe Dream, as Investors Pour Money Into Fewer Companies
The number of venture-funded companies has been declining for five consecutive quarters.
Funding
![Patrick Henry]()
10 Signs Your Startup Won't Get Funded
Are investors giving you the cold shoulder? There may be good reasons for that.
Business Lessons
![Teresa Bigelow]()
(Social) Mission Accomplished: 6 Female Founders on Raising Capital With a Triple Bottom Line
Fundraising advice from six women who merge profit with purpose.
