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As a startup, there are many factors to consider when looking to increase the odds of securing investor funding. This is especially true in a changing economy. To be successful, it’s always helpful to look at historical investment trends, along with examining the current state of the economy (which is now being impacted by COVID-19). […]

As a corporate venture capitalist (VC) in Silicon Valley, Grant Allen brings a unique perspective to investing. His work does not end there as he is also an agency investor and nonprofit founder. He has a tremendous amount of respect for other investors and a passion that shines through. This is evident when he speaks […]

When many startups think of “investors”, they think of a commercialized image of the term. Often that image is a tech-savvy Silicon Valley VC, or a hard-nosed mogul from a network show like Shark Tank. However, there are several different types of investors that help startups reach success. Understanding the variety of investor types available […]

Wade Bitaraf is a Venture Capitalist Investor at Plug and Play, Founder of Energy and Sustainability. _____________________________ Finding an investor who can not only provide funding, but also support business venture, is attractive to the startup. That’s exactly what entrepreneurs who work with Plug and Play get. Now, more than ever, big companies are realizing that innovation is […]

If you’re a startup that needs funding ( from an SBA loan, an investor,  or other source) or you’re an existing business looking for funding for your next expansion project, there’s one thing your business plan needs in order to help you raise the capital you need :  This important thing is your firm asking […]

Blog Post A significant determining factor in your success or failure to attract attention and secure funding can be found in the quality of your business plan. Your business plan – its quality, flow, and ability to communicate your key idea – is a major component in securing the money that’ll let your company grow. So […]

This post will offer insight to those who have plateaued before they have even started their business. Specifically, this is for those who do not know where to go for funding or feel they may not be eligible for bank funding. If you feel like you are running in place without capital, keep reading. There […]

Many business owners and new entrepreneurs make a few specific errors time and time again – these errors cost them money, time, and makes for a longer learning curve than necessary. The following will review these 5 errors and tell you how you can avoid them. Error 1) Thinking it’s “not time” to build a […]

There is a lot of hype about a “one-page business plan” for investor pitches. A one-page business plan is a great idea and a smart goal for any entrepreneur to pursue for a few reasons. This post will talk about the benefits and why this should be the next step after you or your business plan consultant write […]