Business Funding
Free Webinar | Mar. 18: Raising Capital After 2 Years of Business: Do’s and Don’ts
Join Mark J. Kohler, CPA & Small Business Attorney, as he discusses the options for raising capital and the do's and don'ts.
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Building a Business
Free Webinar | September 9: How to Start a Company as a Diverse Founder
Join Tara Sabre, social entrepreneur in residence at Said Business School, Oxford University, as she discusses the challenges facing minority founders, and offers tips and resources to help during this journey.
Business Accounting
Planning to Raise Millions of Dollars? Consider These 3 Pieces of Advice.
This simple checklist can help entice investors, no matter the dollar amount you're after.
By Imran Tariq
Business Funding
Who’s The Top Female Founder in Your State? (Infographic)
These 50 women have raised the most funding in each of their respective states.
Thought Leaders
Make Your Next Pitch Instantly More Compelling By Using This One Philosopher’s Framework
Grice's maxims are the difference between boring small talk and electrifying conversation.
By Nick Wolny
Business Accounting
A Leading Investor’s Perspective on Raising Follow-On Funding and Making a Difference
Sarah Cone, founder and managing partner of Social Impact Capital, shares her perspective on how "to do well by doing good."
By Alex Gold
Building a Business
A Brief Guide to Letting Black Entrepreneurs Be Entrepreneurs
If you want to make the business world more inclusive and equitable, stop seeing Black founders as a cause worth supporting and start viewing them as the innovators and difference-makers they already are.
By Mary Spio
Business News
Starbucks Barista Refuses to Serve Customer Not Wearing a Face Mask; Social Media Users Support Him With Tip of Almost $100,000
The woman vented on Facebook, but people raised funds for the employee instead.
By Kenny Herzog
Business Operations & Logistics
Here Are Legitimate Fundraisers Helping Damaged and Destroyed Small Businesses
Three ways to help entrepreneurs and small business owners.
By Kenny Herzog
Business Accounting
When Negotiating Term Sheets, How Much Is Too Much?
In the changed venture capital market, many investors are now making once-unthinkable demands.
By Alex Gold
Business News
Spotify Launches Fundraising Feature for Artists
Musicians can raise money for themselves, their band/crew or another entertainer in need by adding a charity link to their profile.
Building a Business
Seeking Capital? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions First
Statistics report around 75 percent of venture-based startups fail, so make sure you can answer these three questions before getting into business.
Business News
Yelp Adds GoFundMe Donation Button for Struggling Local Businesses
Look for the "Donate" option on the web and in the app to help support restaurant, nightlife, beauty and fitness operators.
Thought Leaders
5 Tips for Millennials Hoping to Raise Venture Capital
VC firms are more selective than ever in allocating money. How should you approach fundraising?
Business Funding
From 25 Cents to $25,000 and Beyond: How 15 African-American Entrepreneurs Funded Their Businesses
It's Black History Month. Here are 15 African-American founders who turned small investments into big businesses.
By Linda Bell
Building a Business
Telltale Signs That You Shouldn’t Be Raising Venture Capital
Most entrepreneurs think they need VC funds to start a business, but the reverse is often true.
By Alex Gold
Building a Business
Why Emotional Fundraising Is Bad for Your Business’s Health
Entrepreneur and angel investor Paul Hickey on how to stop the capital killers inside each of us.
By Randy Garn
Buying a Franchise
Franchise Owner Gives Back to the Bahamas
The story of how one Canadian Expedia CruiseShipCenters owner helped his home nation after Hurricane Dorian.
Building a Business
How This Founder Raised Venture Capital — Before She Built Her Debut Product
Interior designer Nicole Gibbons knew she could create a better interior paint brand. She also knew she couldn't bootstrap the process.
Business Funding
SmartNews Announces the Close of a $92 Million Round of Funding
Plus, Marissa Mayer has resurfaced with a new startup called Lumi Labs, and fertility startup Mojo just raised a $1.8 million seed round of funding.
Business Accounting
How to Use Bridge Capital to Accelerate Your Business
What was formerly a last resort is now a means of achieving independence and profitability.
By Alex Gold
Business Funding
A UK-Based Travel Tech Startup Has Just Raised $30 Million
Plus, blockchain startup Zamna raised $5 million, and Bond Pet Foods is creating a cultured, sustainable dog food.
Business Funding
MadBox Raised a $16.5 Million Series A Round
Plus, there is a new women's clothing rental startup called Armoire, and wellness startup WellSet just raised a pre-seed funding round from a women-led team of investors.
Thought Leaders
Honest Communication Is What Keeps Investors Happy
In a culture where little white lies prevail, you should be prioritizing the truth.
By Kara Goldin
Building a Business
Successful Startups Have This One Thing in Common
Here's how you can earn the support your new business needs.
Business Accounting
This Female Founder Fought to Stay in the Game And She Just Raised $3 Million in Funding from Serena Williams, Mark Cuban and Arlan Hamilton
Melissa Hanna is the co-founder and CEO of maternal healthcare startup Mahmee
By Nina Zipkin
Business Funding
A Medical Startup Is Ready to Disrupt the Women’s Health Industry
Plus, the RealReal jumps almost 50 percent after its IPO, and MobiTV raises $50 million in funding.
By Venturer