TechCrunch LA

MARCH 23, 2019

To launch at scale and, ultimately, to compete with the likes of soon-to-be-public transportation behemoth Uber, it will have to land a lot more investment support. Called UberAIR, Uber will offer short-term shareable flights to commuters as soon as 2023.

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socalTECH

AUGUST 5, 2014

It looks like Hawthorne-based SpaceX is confident it will keep its headquarters in Hawthorne for quite a long time--despite setting up a commercial launch facility in Texas this week--based on details on the recent sale of the company''s leased headquarters at 1 Rocket Road in Hawthorne--to a commercial real estate investment trust.

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Tech.Co

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Unlike a lot of grants on this list, the competition is open to all US small businesses, as long as they have fewer than 99 employees, have been operating for at least six months, and have a FedEx business account that's been open before September 1, 2023. Small Business Administration SBA 7(a) loans U.S. Learn more and apply here 3.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 25, 2023

We all see reports of venture capitalists who invest millions in new businesses, but be assured that these investments come only after you have a proven base business, and have a case for scaling it quickly. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 08/08/2023 Explore multiple sources based on your level of need and risk.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 26, 2023

You will find that customers discount advertising, and look for user testimonials, online influencer reviews, and return-on-investment examples from industry experts. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 05/11/2023 Most new solutions I see are easier to use, more productive, more fun, or cheaper than existing alternatives.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Supporting the rapid-response teams should be a core of executives led by a committed transformation leader with necessary investment resources and success responsibility. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 08/28/2023 Jeff Bezos at Amazon is a big proponent of conducting regular change experiments in the business model.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 25, 2023

Rather than being too proud to admit failure, or imprudently continuing to invest, I recommend that you be transparent with all progress, good and bad, and also celebrate the learning you get from every failure along the way. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 1/9/2023 Not accepting failure on any of the new elements.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Innovation is not all about break-through technologies and big financial investments. I recommend sampling one or more of these opportunities, without a major investment on your part. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 1/25/2023 Outsource functions outside your core competency. Make it a win on all fronts.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 8, 2023

Now is a better time to change your description or pivot a solution before making a big investment. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 04/24/2023 There is no guarantee, of course, that any combination or process will work, but thinking bigger about any new idea will certainly improve your odds and satisfaction.

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TechCrunch LA

DECEMBER 31, 2022

And yet, Paris is in the midst of potentially banning its 15,000 shared e-scooters as politicians from several parties call on Hidalgo not to renew the contracts of Lime, Dott and Tier when they expire in February 2023. E-bike subsidies, consolidation and IPOs: Our 2023 micromobility predictions. – Harri Weber.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 9, 2023

For example, if you are an entrepreneur seeking investment or a cofounder, there is no substitute for networking at industry and startup conferences in your area. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 05/25/2023 Life is too short to be tied down with work all the time.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 22, 2023

Smart business owners realize that no returns occur without some investment and risk. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 3/8/2023 Some people expect instant gratification and are stressed out by any risk. Top performers are constantly looking for new opportunities and are willing to evaluate risk versus reward potential.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 24, 2023

The organization is heralded as an example for others, and stakeholders reward the growth potential with a higher valuation and increased investment funding. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 3/10/2023 Your challenge is to see an inflection point before it is too late.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 13, 2023

Investing now in your employees makes them more valuable to you, whether that payoff comes now or later. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 2/27/2023 Rotating key people between organizations, and providing temporary assignments for growth, are signals to your team members that they can trust you.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 26, 2023

A leader that does not invest in the future has no future. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 07/11/2023 It’s easy to find daily problems to swamp all your resources, such that looking to stave off future competitors is not in your priorities.

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TechCrunch LA

DECEMBER 17, 2019

“We are competing with amateur hosts on Airbnb,” said Roberts, who previously worked in real estate investment banking. “This is the next step, a modern brand, the next Marriott but with a more tech-powered brain and operating model.”

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Tech Zulu Event

OCTOBER 7, 2014

Patricof; James Wolfensohn; Omidyar Network; Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC); Calvert Foundation; Norad (Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation); Adelson Family Foundation; Meyer Foundation; Netherlands Development Finance Company (FMO); Development Bank of Austria (OeEB); Luxembourg Ministry of Finance.

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Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Walmart’s been investing heavily in its e-commerce capabilities — too heavily for some investors’ tastes , in fact — in an effort to make up ground on Amazon and Google , both of which are already deep into the drone development process. With UAS investments exceeding $89 billion by 2023, their numbers and use will keep rising.

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TechCrunch LA

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Archer Aviation reached an agreement in early February to merge with special purpose acquisition company Atlas Crest Investment Corp., The company previously said it plans to unveil its full-scale eVTOL later this year and is aiming to begin volume manufacturing in 2023.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Foster experiments that don’t require major investments, rather than “big bang” solutions. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 09/19/2023 This requires reframing problems to motivate creative thinking and finding new approaches. For yourself, be very sensitive to first impressions.

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