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The Importance of Proprietary Deal Flow in Early-Stage VC

Both Sides of the Table

The sheer number of relationships I’ve built through being public, transparent and being willing to engage in comments and through social media has enabled me to get to know entrepreneurs even before they launch their next company. There is one source that was always problematic for me – intros from investment bankers.

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[Interview] Patrick Mackaronis, Director Of Business Development At Brabble

YoungUpstarts

The business began to grow, as did his database of college students, their emails, cell phone numbers, and social media handles. And his biggest project to date just might be Brabble, a Disruptive Technology Company that combines social media and eCommerce with valuable patented technology that drives revenue for customers.

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Why Early-Stage VCs Should Be Careful About Intros from Bankers

Both Sides of the Table

The sheer number of relationships I’ve built through being public, transparent and being willing to engage in comments and through social media has enabled me to get to know entrepreneurs even before they launch their next company. There is one source I never liked and no early-stage VC should – investment bankers.

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25 Entrepreneurs Share Their Thoughts on the Future of Entrepreneurship

Hearpreneur

3- So influenced by what is happening on social media. Now more than ever, young people are jumping at the opportunity to be their own boss and start their own business, especially with the power of social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Thanks to Ben Reynolds, Sure Dividend ! #3- Photo Credit: Jeanine Duval.

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Startup advice you haven't heard before

Spencer Fry

It's like walking up to the investment banker or a lawyer at a party who’s wearing a light blue button up, dark slacks, and brown loafers -- just like every other investment banker I've ever met. All they stand for is not looking unprofessional and it makes me gag every time I see it. 2: Don't be deceitful.

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Millennials Aren’t Crazy About Investments But Tech And Social Media Can Trigger A Change

YoungUpstarts

David Ronick, CEO of Stash observes that “while technology has transformed the way people can invest in the stock market, it’s crystal clear millennials still desperately need, and want, education around how to start investing.” ” Tech and social media to change millennials’ view on investing.

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Launching a Portfolio Acceleration Platform at a Venture Capital or Private Equity Fund

David Teten

Several VCs market close relationships with celebrities who can use their social media presence to promote their companies. FirstMark Platform’s 100+ annual events and 50,000+ members are also extensive customer opportunities for their portcos. Celebrity Relationships. How can you deliver domain expertise you don’t (yet) have in-house?