Crowdfunding For Equity: Title III and Equity Crowd Funding 101
What is Equity Crowdfunding? Equity crowdfunding is on the rise after the signing of the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act was signed by President Obama in April 2012. Simply put, it is a type of crowdfunding that enables broad groups of investors to fund startup companies and small businesses in return for equity. Three […]
How Does A Convertible Note Works For Startups?
A convertible note is an investment instrument intended to provide a startup company with early stage financing. It’s a compromise of sorts, blending the downside protection associated with a loan and capturing the upside potential of selling equity shares. Why are they used? It can be very difficult for investors and entrepreneurs to agree on […]
Why To Take Caution With Investor “Finders”
There are many service providers that offer to help startups with attracting investors, colloquially referred to as “finders.” While they prefer to be called business brokers or consultants, most finders are either CPAs, insurance brokers, retired executives, or former entrepreneurs. They mostly operate in the Angel landscape, targeting deals between $100K to $2M. Typically, they […]
7 Reasons Why Hera Venture Summit Is A Must Attend Startup Event
On Aug 4, 2015 The White House, Tech Giants, Entrepreneurs, and Venture Capitalists across America committed to invest in the future of women in business. A commitment that set the stage for previously untapped opportunities for female founders. Leading the forefront of female entrepreneurship is the conglomeration of Hera Hub= Female focused Co-working Space Hera […]
The White House Challenges Inequity In Startup Tech
On Tuesday August 4, 2015 President Obama hosted the first-ever White House Demo Day. The Demo Day was a chance for 90 entrepreneurs from over 30 diverse companies across the country to share their entrepreneurial journey. Conversations centered around empowering underrepresented entrepreneurs and encouraging venture capital firms and Tech Giants to invest women and minority […]
28 Essential Hashtags To Use For Your Startup Business
Hashtags or the #symbol were originally created as a way to categorize messages, making it easier for users to find messages with a specific theme or content. Hashtags ultimately help connect your Startup Business with an audience that shares similar interests, views, and insights. When used routinely along with captivating relevant content, hashtags have the […]
SEC Oks Equity Crowdfunding with Regulation A+ Changes to the JOBS Act
On March 25, 2015 the SEC amended Regulation A, commonly referred to as Reg. A+, to further implement Title IV of the JOBS Act. The amended regulation seeks to create an environment where emerging enterprises can efficiently raise public capital through crowdfunding. Historically, Reg A has not been widely used for two reasons: 1) the […]
4 Reasons Why Startup Week San Diego Is Good For Your Life & Your Business
Celebrating and participating in local innovation has never been cooler for San Diegans, thanks to Startup Week San Diego. Located in the heart of downtown SD June 14th-20th. This action packed 6 day event is designed to be the premier catalyst for innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurialism. If you haven’t decided to attend, volunteer, or showcase […]
7 Lessons Learned From A Vegas Tech Startup Conference
“ It’s A different kind of Vegas.” Collision Conference invaded and innovated downtown Las Vegas, Nevada Cinco De May and 6th. The 48 hour “crash course” included 7500 attendees representing 89 different countries, with a legendary guest-list that included: 200 WorldClass Speakers, 1000 Startup Businesses, 451 Tech Investors, and countless “smart” entrepreneurs. Equally as interesting […]
Where to Meet Venture Capitalists?
As a Startup Entrepreneur stepping outside of your comfort zone is a daily norm, especially in the search of funding for your business. Scoring a meeting with a Venture Capitalist becomes a network juggling act between strategy and innovation. A key point to remember when approaching VC’s is that the question always on the top […]
