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. It's competitive though – last year 18,000 applicants competed for only 12 slots.

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Technical Review Software Review Startup Competition 193

TechCrunch LA

APRIL 9, 2020

From lockdown in her Northern Italy home, Cevolini shared perspective on the future of motorcycling, acquisition offers and plans to recharge her company when the COVID-19 crisis subsides. The venture is also one of the few e-motorcycle companies drawing engineering tips from competition. Image Credits: TechCrunch.

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socalTECH

MAY 21, 2013

One of the largest concentrations of technical talent in Los Angeles is in Glendale, at YP -- staffed with a surprising number of Los Angeles startup vets. Our whole product and technology team is about 500 people. Talk about the technology behind your operations here? What''s your background and how did you end up at YP?

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Technical Review Glendale Advertising Google 223

socalTECH

MAY 21, 2013

One of the largest concentrations of technical talent in Los Angeles is in Glendale, at YP (www.yp.com) -- staffed with a surprising number of Los Angeles startup vets. Our whole product and technology team is about 500 people. Talk about the technology behind your operations here? Louis and Atlanta.

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Technical Review Glendale Advertising Google 211

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 17, 2013

As the end of the year approaches, it’s a good time for every startup to assess the metrics, technology, and platforms they’re using to manage the business. Sales data needs to be correlated to advertising campaigns, price changes, seasonal forces, competitive actions, and other costs of sales. Cost of customer acquisition.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 7, 2020

In my experience, even in startups, longer-term strategy often gets pushed off the agenda due to current challenges. Strategic threats, including new competitors, market changes, and environmental issues need deeper analysis and full resolution, before they jeopardize your business survival. Don’t make growth a big-bang event.

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Technical Review Layoffs Social Media Metrics 124

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 13, 2022

get the attention of the market they choose. On the other hand, if you are into solar technologies, there is probably an advantage to being in Arizona or a similar location. Exposure instills the fear and urgency you need to deliver the right competitive solution. When it comes to the technology ecosystem, clusters are vital.

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Technical Review Oracle Software Review Ideas 123

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 16, 2014

Eventually you need a VP of Product to handle your product roadmap, a CTO for engineering leadership and VPs of sales, marketing & biz dev. The “span of control” for a growing tech startup is probably 6-9 people. You help them prioritize their objectives and review the results. You set direction.

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Entrepreneur CTO Hire Startup Sales 385

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 11, 2014

There’s an article making the rounds in tech circles titled “ Growth Hacking is Bull ” written by Muhammad Saleem. I actually really enjoyed many of the points Muhammad made about marketing in general and I found myself nodding through the entirety of the article except for it’s core premise.

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Technical Review SEM SEO Marketing 384

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 26, 2020

According to TheStreet , US IPO market results in Q2 2020 posted a strong bounce-back from Q1 with 58 IPOs, after a slow start due to the Covid19 pandemic. You better have lined up a major international expansion, some major acquisition candidates, or a wealth of unfilled orders. New stockholders will expect to see rapid growth.

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Startup Technical Review Acquisition Study 127

socalTECH

MARCH 7, 2012

Energy Innovations reportedly has been looking for a buyer since earlier this year for the business, which developed concentrating solar photovoltaic modules, aimed at the commercial rooftop market. Energy Innovations--which had entered the solar market late--was backed by Idealab and Mohr Davidow Ventures. READ MORE>>.

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Technical Review Idealab High Tech Pasadena 145

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Nearly every successful tech startup I’ve observed over the past 20 years has gone through a similar growth pattern: Innovate, systematize then scale operations. How long does it take me to pay back my original customer acquisition costs? What sized team can I afford in order to sell, market & provide service to these customers?

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Startup Technical Review Customer Custom 286

Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 28, 2018

My friend Michael Broukhim, founder & co-CEO of FabFitFun and I recently had a catch-up meeting for 3-miles on the Santa Monica “Bird Trail” No company has ever elicited so many questions by friends, colleagues, entrepreneurs, fellow VCs and journalists as has Bird, the company that pioneered the electronic scooter as a service market.

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Santa Monica Funding Startup Course 256

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 9, 2019

get the attention of the market they choose. On the other hand, if you are into solar technologies, there is probably an advantage to being in Arizona or a similar location. Exposure instills the fear and urgency you need to deliver the right competitive solution. When it comes to the technology ecosystem, clusters are vital.

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Startup Technical Review Oracle Software Review 97

InfoChachkie

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

I recall being impressed with Jeff, but I was concerned that he was creating a platform, which often requires a significant amount of capital, takes an extended amount of time to establish and can be subject to margin pressure as the enabling technologies become commoditized. Tech Diligence - Consider The Source.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 26, 2015

As a model, think high-quality marketing collateral, with text and graphics in columns and sidebars, but focused on the value of your business, rather than selling your product. Skip the fuzzy marketing terms, such as "easier to use," "lower cost" and "disruptive technology."

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 27, 2011

Exec Summary: Most companies (98+%) in the world (even tech startups) should be very profit focused. When they look at buying your company they often think in terms of “how long will it take until I earn back the profits to pay for my acquisition price?” You may have leverage when you DO need to fund raise.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 3, 2009

and the subsequent acquisition sprees of companies like Google, Yahoo!, The last couple of years has also seen the huge initial success of Ycombinator, the Lean Startup and many other product driven approaches to going to market. What about your competition – how much do they charge? portfolios. Do so at your peril.

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Web 2.0 Venture Capital Web Technical Review 334

Tech Zulu Event

JULY 24, 2014

1) Your market has changed. Whether due to technological, regulatory, or competitor driven factors, key market dynamics you envisioned when you came up with your idea, did your research and developed your business plan, no longer apply. Your products and approach haven’t been market tested.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 4, 2011

Only one guy in the room knew – their tech lead. Once you churn a user due to stability or performance problems it can be hard to get them back. Customer Acquisition. Those two things together would lower your acquisition costs nearly in half to $6.11. In our next meeting I asked them how often it crashed. lowering $1.50

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Metrics Startup SEO Customer 346

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 16, 2015

get the attention of the market they choose. On the other hand, if you are into solar technologies, there is probably an advantage to being in Phoenix or a similar location. Exposure instills the fear and urgency you need to deliver the right competitive solution. When it comes to the technology ecosystem, clusters are vital.

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Startup Technical Review Oracle Software Review 109

InfoChachkie

AUGUST 10, 2010

Patents held by startups generally have a limited ability to reduce competition. One is obvious, without protection, such IP might prove to be of little worth, as other companies can mimic the technology without recourse. This acquisition resolved the surgical robotic IP landscape and allowed Intuitive to dominate the market.

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InfoChachkie

JUNE 4, 2012

Value is created through diligent hard work. Once you prove that a substantial number of people are willing to pay more for your solution than it costs you to provide it, you can then consider licensing your underlying technology. Perform China Syndrome Market Analysis. Secure Your Intellectual Property Too Early. Fallacy: Yes.

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Entrepreneur Outsource Ideas Technical Review 272

socalTECH

MAY 8, 2015

In a world awash with on-demand startups, Los Angeles-based Serviz (www.serviz.com) stands out--not because of the market segment it is tackling, but because it was founded by two, very experienced serial entrepreneurs-- Zorik Gordon and Michael Kline. We have a very unique approach to the market, very much like Uber.

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Services ReachLocal Demand Startup 100

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 2, 2017

get the attention of the market they choose. On the other hand, if you are into solar technologies, there is probably an advantage to being in Arizona or a similar location. Exposure instills the fear and urgency you need to deliver the right competitive solution. When it comes to the technology ecosystem, clusters are vital.

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Sites Startup Technical Review Oracle 59

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 25, 2016

Many startup businesses – tech or otherwise – fail. Trying outrageous new things or even trying mundane things but in new ways but with extreme quality & innovation is what fuels the tech startup industry. Market Size. Marketing with long payback is precisely what requires venture capital.

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Startup Marketing Study SEO 150

Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

by Michael Woolf that is worth any startup founder reading to get a sense of perspective on the reality warp that is startup world during a frothy market such as 1997-1999, 2005-2007 or 2012-2014. We’re going to start aggressively spend money on marketing our product. (it is also the title of a fabulous book from Internet 1.0

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Startup Company Companies .Net 383

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 7, 2013

get the attention of the market they choose. On the other hand, if you are into solar technologies, there is probably an advantage to being in Phoenix or a similar location. Exposure instills the fear and urgency you need to deliver the right competitive solution. When it comes to the technology ecosystem, clusters are vital.

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Startup Technical Review Oracle Entrepreneur 102

Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

This is set to complement Groupon’s efforts in yield management due to its 40 percent discounts for each table. However, Savored says it will continue to serve diners and restaurants independently even with the acquisition and is giving a free 30 day trial for new merchants. percent per swipe to beat the competition.

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Software Review Email Competition Acquisition 64

InfoChachkie

MAY 16, 2011

As an entrepreneur and startup investor, I have helped create companies which achieved two IPOs which collectively raised over $100 million, as well as two acquisitions which totaled $385 million. Value is created through diligent hard work. 4) Perform China Syndrome Market Analysis. 3) Attempt To License An Idea.

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Startup Outsource Development Outsource Sales 242

Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

According to the Bureau of National Affairs (BNA), competitive markets and talent acquisition is driving big data analytics. These technology solutions allow large companies to utilize software products to source, screen and select hiring candidates. Fairer Hiring Process.

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Software Review Statistics Technical Review Screening 40

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 5, 2012

We were both losing in the lucrative high-end market segment. We finally decided set up a strategic partnership with a joint product to capture this elusive segment of the market. As a result of our increased coverage and wider range of solutions, we both gained revenue and credibility, while reducing marketing and development.

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Company Companies Startup Examples 96

InfoChachkie

JANUARY 6, 2011

Pull Quote: “If you are smart, competitive, hard working and passionate about what you do you will have the best experience of your life. Unfortunately, there is so much marketing “noise” and outright scams on the Internet it is difficult to know what to trust.”. 9) Throughout your career, you have been drawn to huge opportunities.

Entrepreneur 232

Entrepreneur Competition Software Review Course 232

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 4, 2011

We were both losing in the lucrative high-end market segment. We finally decided set up a strategic partnership with a joint product to capture this elusive segment of the market. As a result of our increased coverage and wider range of solutions, we both gained revenue and credibility, while reducing marketing and development.

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Startup Examples Customer Custom 90

InfoChachkie

JANUARY 24, 2011

Unfortunately, there is so much marketing “noise” and outright scams on the Internet it is difficult to know what to trust.”. We are now harnessing the ‘social’ aspect of the system where businesses and consumers begin to contribute to the data by adding or updating products listings as well as rate and review products.”.

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Blogging Entrepreneur Software Review Course 219

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 6, 2021

Fight the urge do more things, to attract more customers in a broader market. In reality, too many choices actually dilutes customer interest in your existing market, and makes your job of production, marketing, and support much more complex. The company has since gone public, and is still a market leader.

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Technical Review Technical Advisors Startup Mentor 160

socalTECH

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

Language Weaver is backed by Palisades Ventures, the Tech Coast Angels, and The Athenaeum Fund. That said, we made an entry into the commercial market in the digital content space. It's gone from document acquisition, to document exploitation. We're not in the market, but I think if we picked a target that would be it.

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Software Review USC Content Tech Coast Angels 145