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Reflections On 2018: Matt Stodder, Startup Boost LA

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There was no monetary reward for those who participated (and Startup Boost does not take fees or equity from the companies that we help). What was the biggest news for your organization in 2018? Are there any technology innovations, gadgets, devices, software, that you found most interesting in 2018?

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Fika Ventures raises $76M to fund the growing LA tech ecosystem

TechCrunch LA

In total, more than $60 billion was invested in LA startups in 2018. So far this year, companies headquartered in the area have attracted roughly $25 billion in equity funding, according to data collected by PitchBook. The timing is ripe for a fund like ours to capitalize on the opportunity.”

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Next 10 Ventures is launching an incubator for YouTube personalities

TechCrunch LA

Los Angeles-based Next 10 Ventures , a $50 million fund focused on the creator economy, is launching an incubator program to support YouTubers. ” Applications to the incubator opened today and close November 17, 2018. The only requirement is that they focus on educational video content targeting children and young adults.

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The Changing Venture Landscape

Both Sides of the Table

And as a result of this there are now very robust secondary markets where founders and seed-funds alike are selling down their ownership long before an ultimate exit. By 2018 I sensed that he was right and we began focusing more on our barbell approach. Secrets of Sand Hill Road.

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Boost Your New Venture By Teaming With An Incubator

Startup Professionals Musings

Direct seed funding, for a share of the equity, and introductions to investors. Shared business support services, including telephone answering, conference rooms, teleconferencing, administrative support, and a business mailing address. Mentoring and technical assistance from volunteer or paid experts.

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Venture capitalists ‘like and subscribe’ to influencers

TechCrunch LA

The startup has already secured a seed investment from Maveron and CRV, TechCrunch has learned, and will receive another $150,000 in exchange for 7% equity upon entering YC next year. million in funding to date, including a recent $3.6 million Series A led by Puma Private Equity, a U.K.-focused focused fund.

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