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Entity Academy, an edtech startup that trains, mentors and places women in tech roles, secures $100M

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An edtech startup called Entity Academy — which provides women with training, in areas like data science and software development; mentoring; and ultimately job coaching — has raised $100 million on the heels of strong growth of its business, and an ambition to improve that ratio. That, too, is evolving with online engagement.

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Former Tinder VP Launches Startup Accelerator, Product Club

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The new accelerator said it will invest $100K in three companies, taking 5 percent equity, and run its accelerator entirely remote. The new accelerator said that applications are due on Sunday, July 19th, for its Summer 2020 class. Morris is currently a venture investor at Chapter One Venture Capital.

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LA tech industry mourns Kobe Bryant

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billion investment vehicle that was launched in partnership with the private equity fund, Permira, according to a report in USA Today. As a mentor we drew on his wisdom, passion and drive everyday… In the short term our thoughts and hearts are with him, Gianna and his surviving family.” You will be missed, @kobebryant.

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Accelerators Have Resources To KickStart Your Startup

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Mentoring and technical assistance from volunteer or paid experts. 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.

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6 Business Practices That Will Verify You As A Leader

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Recognition of internal contributions can be as simple as a public “thank-you,” or as formal as a promotion or equity sharing. Spend more time coaching and mentoring your team. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 11/13/2020. Giving orders does not build trust or commitment, and precipitates pushback.

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7 Entrepreneur Stages Help You Assess Your Progress

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An occasional discussion with a mentor won’t do it. Maybe you are more comfortable going slow, with limited resources, or aiming high and giving up equity. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 10/28/2020. The place – finding a community where you can thrive. You need to feel the passion of others in the same stage.

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California Accelerators Enroll Startups Targeting Cannabis Industry

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By 2020, the cannabis industry is projected to hit $21.8 In San Diego, Gomez said each startup that enrolls in the accelerator program gets a $20,000 investment that encompasses seed capital, office space, and mentoring services in exchange for an equity stake that ranges from 6 percent to 9.5