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Startup Boost Los Angeles Opens Apps For Fall Class

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Startup Boost Los Angeles has opened up applications for its Fall 2019 class, according to the group. Startup Boost Los Angeles says its program includes six weekly workshop sessions and one demo night hosted by Google, in Venice. Deadlines for the program close on September 20th.

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AKUA lands $3.2M to turn kelp into burgers

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In 2019, the company came out with its first product, Kelp Jerky, which comes in four flavors, and was a product Boyd Myers thought would be a good trial run to help people see ocean-farmed kelp in a new way. Ultimately 1,000 customers signed up, and The Kelp Burger is now the “hero product,” Boyd Myers said.

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6 Entrepreneurship Advantages For Seniors In Business

Startup Professionals Musings

As an angel investor, I often hear from young entrepreneurs who have invented a shiny solution, without really focusing first on the need or the opportunity. Time and experience in business teaches you to listen for potential customers, and carefully evaluate the real business potential.

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How To Tune Business Strategy For Long-Term Success

Startup Professionals Musings

Yet, as an angel investor, I still see too many new business owners who are convinced that their biggest challenge is to get money to start, and once launched with some initial success, they can relax. That requires trust and respect from all, as well as constant coaching and development to keep them committed to following you.

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The Pros And Cons Of A Secret Business Relationship

Startup Professionals Musings

Yet the 2019 Office Romance Survey by Vault, Inc. in sociology, and is a coach and speaker on work issues and friendship. As an example, I find that most Angel investors still decline to fund startup founders that are romantically involved, citing the high risk of breakup. by Jan Yager, who has a Ph.D.

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Office Relationships Are Key, But Affairs Are Trouble

Startup Professionals Musings

Yet the 2019 Office Romance Survey by Vault, Inc. in sociology, and is a coach and speaker on work issues and friendship. As an example, I find that most Angel investors still decline to fund startup founders that are romantically involved, citing the high risk of breakup. by Jan Yager, who has a Ph.D.

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