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Experts share tips for mission-driven organizations on DE&I

Board Effect

The profound impact of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is a centerpiece of the stewardship of these organizations; sustained and effective social response and problem solving requires diverse and inclusive governance. Mission-driven organizations strive to serve their communities and constituents with integrity and purpose.

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Flexible VC, a New Model for Companies Targeting Profitability

David Teten

From traditional equity VC, Flexible VC borrows the option to pursue and reap the rewards of an outsized exit. Flexible VC 101: Equity Meets Revenue Share. Equity Ownership. Yes, typically preferred equity. On average, founders own just 43% of equity by Series B , declining thereafter. Flexible VC 102: Variations.

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The Legal Side of Entrepreneurship

YoungUpstarts

They also need to decide whether to structure terms as an equity deal or a convertible security deal. These costs make it preferable to use a convertible security for a raise of this size and to structure as equity financing if you are raising closer to $2 million. ” The Cost of Financing. Even $15-20,000 is too expensive.

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Can Ireland Offer Startups Something Silicon Valley Can’t?

ReadWriteStart

“Our startups get tons of hands-on support – much more than they’d get almost anywhere else in the world,” says Lorcan O’Sullivan, manager of Enterprise Ireland , one of the latest of the many campaigns by governments around the globe to attract startups to their shores and inject new life into their local economies. O’Sullivan says.

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29 Entrepreneurs Reveal What Employees Are Looking For From Organizations They Work For

Hearpreneur

Employees also value organizations that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and prioritize employee development through training and skill-building programs. Thanks to Erin Murphy, Best in Ireland ! #16- Take a genuine interest in all of your staff. Give them cordial greetings and inquire about their families or hobbies.

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Four Ways To Find Funding

YoungUpstarts

Tactic Three – Sell Business Equity. Selling equity is the public form of seeking private investment. Both are based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. We have two investors – one who is in the pharmacy technology space and second who is a software veteran. There are many benefits here.

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On Launching a Brand – Upfront Ventures Four Months In

Both Sides of the Table

I often advise startup companies not to try and pin all of your brand equity into an announcement. Well, for starters I had two business trips (SF & Dublin, Ireland). The link for the video is here and if you want a short firsthand view on our changes it’s a great resource. A brand is a marathon, not a sprint.

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