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The Next Generation Of Funding For The Next Generation Of Entrepreneurs

YoungUpstarts

Startups are hungry for credit, but banks and other financial institutions have never been stricter with their financing parameters. They’re using metrics that are often unworkable in the current business environment, causing growing businesses to look elsewhere for capital and increasingly towards alternative forms of financing.

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How to Create a Healthy Local Startup and Tech Community

This is going to be BIG.

I built a 3,000 person tech networking organization in NYC back in 2006 and was one of the first 100 members of the NY Tech Meetup back in 2005 so I’ve participated in a lot of these conversations. This is why, in my opinion, Portland has struggled to build bigger companies, even though there are some incredibly talented individuals there.

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How to Start a Brewery

Up and Running

In this two-part guide to starting a brewery, we’re going to talk with brewers who’ve been there-done-that, and we’ll get insights from experts in supporting industries such as insurance and finance, as well as discuss regulatory issues. In part two, we’ll discuss finances, insurance, and regulations for breweries. Relationships.

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HOW TO: Build an App for Your Small Business

mashable.com

There are also tons of tools for creating your own microsites, Facebook apps, social networks, blogs and more. You can also get great recommendations from your existing network; just be sure to research portfolios, websites and references thoroughly before making a decision to work with a particular developer.

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From Food Cart to Award-Winning Restaurant: A Secret to Success Story

Up and Running

Sales and marketing oriented, networking, that’s my expertise. Once we get our coffee, Stephen talks with the kitchen staff while I take care of financials and reports, and go over the finances from the previous night. Stephen goes out and talks to customers, while also managing emails and doing marketing events.

Oregon 60
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Dragons, Bootstrapping and Women in Tech

Up and Running

And this isn’t just for your business, but as many startup founders know, your personal finances can matter just as much (especially if you aren’t profitable yet). “Make sure you’re on top of your personal finances, and project how long you can last on that money,” Nelson advises. Validate your idea.

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How to Start a Brewery: Growing Your Own Craft Beer Business

Up and Running

In this guide to starting a brewery, we’re going to talk with brewers who’ve been-there-done-that, and we’ll get insights from experts in supporting industries such as insurance and finance, as well as discuss regulatory issues. Watch your finances. Know your customers and your financials. Find trusted advisors.

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