Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Today I’d like to talk about what startup communities outside of Silicon Valley look like, how they emerge and what makes them take hold. Most of what I think about startup communities came from mentorship by Brad Feld through hours of private discussion and debate. Think Fred Wilson, Tony Hsieh or Brad Feld.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 13, 2022

Produce marketing events to get visibility and attention. These days, a popular approach is to create a “pop-up” store or “flash mob” event in the midst of another gathering, like a Super Bowl, to get attention and scaling for your brand. Commit to and communicate a higher-level purpose.

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View from Seed

JANUARY 27, 2021

We are looking to bring on board a versatile new team member to support the varied internal operations of the firm as well as collaborate with the partners on our external programs and communications with the broader entrepreneurial community. You have effective written communication skills with an established body of work.

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The Startup Magazine

MAY 3, 2024

Leveraging Social Media for Community Building Social media platforms are critical for connecting with current and potential patients. By fostering an online community, medical professionals can build stronger patient relationships and increase brand awareness. However, the key to success on these platforms goes beyond regular posting.

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Austin Startup

MAY 7, 2017

Some of the most interesting events in Austin for the week of May 8 through May 14 are as follows: Mon, May 8 thru Thurs, May 11: OSCON OSCON brings the software engineering and developer community together to explore what’s new and useful in open source languages, tools, and techniques. At Palmer Events Center. 79 entry fee.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 21, 2020

I saw these addressed well in a new book, “ The Startup Community Way ,” by Brad Feld and Ian Hathaway. These guys have been building startup communities like Techstars for over 30 years, so they know what works and what doesn’t. Networking events create opportunities for like-minded and supportive people to build partnerships.

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The Startup Magazine

JULY 3, 2024

If you’re considering starting a Mommy & Me program in your community, here are seven tips to help you get started. Identify Your Community’s Needs Before launching your Mommy & Me program, it’s crucial to understand the specific needs and interests of the mothers in your community.

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 21, 2022

These influencers are more likely to partner with your nonprofit if they believe in your cause. Entertainment Events. Nonprofits should look to partner with entertainment venues in their communities. Nonprofits can also use such events to augment their brand. Charity Marathon.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 22, 2022

They don’t realize that it takes more to succeed in business or a career – it takes leadership skills to get people to follow you, including peers, a team, business partners, and customers. There is always a need for someone to take the lead in your favorite charity, community service, or family event planning.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 25, 2024

What are the popular venues for corporate events in Orlando? Popular venues in Orlando for corporate events include the Orange County Convention Center, the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, and the Orlando World Center Marriott. Introduction Planning a successful corporate event in Orlando demands precision and creativity.

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This is going to be BIG.

MAY 14, 2012

I'll bet you don't know where the Center of NY's Tech Community and Center of Creativity is. In fact, it is "well-known internationally as the original home of New York's technology community.". VCs and fulltime angels bring a lot more than just money to the communities they invest in. It says so right on their website.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 19, 2020

Bevy is Emerging as a Leader in Software for Building Virtual Communities?—?with It’s clear things have changed for good and the need for managing remote communities of employees, customers and partners has become ever more important. they are communities and tribes. this is classic community management.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 11, 2020

Reverse due diligence on the investor is a comparable process whereby the entrepreneur seeks to validate the track record, operating style, and motivation of every potential partner. Check for positive or negative news articles, press releases, relationships, and support of community organizations. Marty Zwilling.

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Austin Startup

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Pre-swag surf group photo of HBCU@SXSW students and Spike Lee at Capital One House Over the past several years, tech communities across the United States have attempted to make significant progress towards increasing diversity and inclusion in their industries. Placement is 90%!

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Duct Tape Marketing

JULY 2, 2021

The event gets thousands of small business owners gathering in each city to network, build business relationships, find new vendors that can help their business grow — from payroll services to legal help to accounting services or office space, social media help SEO services, you name it, it’s there. It’s a huge gathering.

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deal architect

MARCH 15, 2018

Most industry events follow a formula: lots of product announcements, rock bands which feed on audience nostalgia, partner pavilions, often annoying MCs. Cognizant Community is a complete outlier. Client executives convene for 3 days in a relaxed setting over TED.

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The Startup Magazine

JULY 11, 2024

Consider grants, individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising events. Report Impact: Transparently report your impact to stakeholders, including donors, beneficiaries, and the community. Build a Strong Network: Cultivate relationships with partners, supporters, and other nonprofits.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Don’t forget to market yourself before, during, and after your initial idea, through social media, websites, and events. Get support from credible industry groups and partners. Customers line up to believe and buy from people who are viewed as leaders or experts relative to a specific solution.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 27, 2021

Engage the Local Community. It is certainly important to create a strong online presence, but you should not forget about raising awareness in the local community. This is why you need to encourage people to leave reviews , which could mean incentivising this with a discount code.

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Austin Startup

JULY 2, 2019

While this isn’t Capital Factory’s first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) event or initiative, this was the first of its kind in the DFW area and definitely not the last. We’re proud to be working with local leaders to develop more consistent LGBTQ+ community events that extend well beyond Pride Month.

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Board Effect

JULY 12, 2024

“Nonprofit community engagement” is a fancy way of saying connection — why employees, volunteers, donors, beneficiaries and more, care about your organization and its work, and the sense of ownership they feel in the results. This strategy should be rooted in a deep understanding of the community’s needs, aspirations, and cultural contexts.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Techventure 2011 – one of Asia’s topmost events for the venture capital community to engage with the latest technology entrepreneurs organized by Asiasons WFG and presented by National Research Foundation (NRF) and Singapore Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (SVCA) – will celebrate its 15th year on October 13 and 14.

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2024

Partnering with local influencers or using localized marketing campaigns can also enhance your brand’s visibility. Offline marketing strategies, such as participating in trade shows and networking events, can help you build relationships and increase brand awareness in new markets.

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deal architect

MARCH 15, 2018

Most industry events follow a formula: lots of product announcements, rock bands which feed on audience nostalgia, partner pavilions, often annoying MCs. Cognizant Community is a complete outlier. Client executives convene for 3 days in a relaxed setting over TED.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 5, 2024

They offer a vital service to communities while generating profitable returns for savvy investors. Consider Partnering with Self-Storage Management Companies Running a successful self-storage facility requires expertise in various areas, from marketing and tenant relations to financial management and legal compliance.

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Up and Running

JUNE 29, 2015

You don’t have to do everything yourself—a partner can be an asset to your business. For this reason, you might consider working with a business partner. But, how can you find and cultivate a business partner relationship like that? Here are several places to find the perfect partner for your business.

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VC Cafe

JANUARY 22, 2021

The AWS APN Global Startup Program – for startup AWS Partner Network (APN) select and advanced technology partners looking to grow their products on AWS. AWS Connections brings together enterprise decision-makers and startup around dedicated events with the goal of facilitating pilots, partnerships and investments.

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Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Beyond being a seller of natural stone products, I aim to be a trusted partner in the aesthetic endeavors of homeowners, my primary customers. 7- Elevating customer experience Photo Credit: Samantha Odo As a proud business owner, my numero uno goal for 2024 is to enhance our customer experience and community engagement.

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This is going to be BIG.

JUNE 5, 2023

The feedback from the conference, our fourth in person and sixth overall, was fantastic on both sides—and while we learn new things each time we do it, I wanted to take a step back to talk about some of the event strategies and insights that underpin how we like to put these gatherings together. 2) Most startup events suck.

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Rob Go

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

There is a wealth of resources that are unique to this town and a vibrant community of hackers, product designers, business people, and investors at various stages in their career. Mobile Mondays : Boston chapter of the world’s largest Mobile professional community. Next major event? Bocoup Loft - Coworking and events.

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Feld Thoughts

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

My partners and I, especially Jason Mendelson, have been very involved with Silicon Flatirons over the past decade. Phil’s note to the Silicon Flatirons community follows. Supporting entrepreneurs in our community is a central part of our mission. One of the key leaders in this activity is Brad Bernthal. You are awesome.

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Hearpreneur

JULY 15, 2024

Fueled by a desire to provide better health options and create a community of wellness enthusiasts, I knew I had to turn this passion into a business. This isn't about competing with luxury brands; it's about offering authenticity and contributing positively to the community. Thanks to Daisy Cabral, Bella All Natural ! #12-

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Rob Go

SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

There is a wealth of resources that are unique to this town and a vibrant community of hackers, business people, and investors at various stages in their career. Large Tech Meetups: Web Innovators Group : Quarterly Demo-Style meetup in Cambridge draws over 1000 members of the startup community each time. The Grand-daddy. Harvard iLab.

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Gust

JULY 12, 2012

Two hundred angels, entrepreneurs and members of the startup community attended this inaugural event. It was organized by Diane Roberts of Xcell Partners and held at the StartupBaseCamp accelerator in Dublin. Audiences totaled over three hundred and eighty entrepreneurs, investors and members of the startup community.

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The Startup Magazine

JULY 6, 2024

Traditional methods, such as print advertisements in local newspapers and attending community events, can also be valuable. Partner with real estate agents, contractors, and maintenance companies to expand your service offerings. Use Google Ads to target clients searching for property management services.

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VC Cafe

JULY 21, 2020

I believe I am qualified to talk about this as I spent ~6 years at Google in strategic partnerships (commerce), as head of Campus London (Google’s first physical startup hub), Head of Google for Entrepreneurs Europe (now called Google for Startups) and eventually general partner for Google Ventures.

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VC Cafe

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

On Monday, Kevin Baxpehler and I hosted the UK Israel Business investor delegation to Tel Aviv, and today I spent the morning with the 8200 EISP startup delegation to London where I was joined by Kirsten Connell (Cylon Lab, Managing Director) Simon Menashy (MMC Ventures, General Partner). Here they are in no particular order.

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