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In the competitive world of venture capital, media relations is a vital tool to help firms communicate with their core audiences and articulate their value. BAM Account Director, Brittany Harran, breaks down three elements of a successful VC media relations strategy: 1️⃣ Unique Storytelling: Understanding how your firm's story stands out is crucial. Highlighting what sets you apart can capture media and investor attention. 2️⃣ Effective Spokespeople: Your spokespeople are the face of your firm. Their ability to articulate your story with passion and expertise is key to building credibility and trust. 3️⃣ Industry Relevance: Tailoring your message to specific industries demonstrates understanding and insight. It positions your firm as a thought leader in those sectors. Check out the full blog post for more insights on the power of media relations for VC funds. Link in comments. #VC #MediaRelations #PublicRelations #VentureCapital

In 2023, U.S. startup investments fell by 30% for the climate industry. In this rapidly evolving landscape of climate tech, effective communications and media relations strategies make all the difference. Check out our latest blog from Senior Account Executive, Camila Contreras Merlo Flores, on maximizing results from public relations efforts within the climate tech industry.

Have you ever looked at a $3,800 conference ticket and wondered, “Is this worth it?” Chances are, you have, and it’s the right question to be asking. If you're contemplating investing thousands of dollars on a ticket, transportation, and lodging, not to mention taking time away from the office for a few days, we agree — it should be worthwhile! BAM Senior Account Manager, Briana Trulear, recently attended ViVE 2024 in Los Angeles and took the time upon returning to share her insights on how to maximize ROI at conferences. Check out her blog post, “Conference Attendance 101: How Founders Can Maximize Their Time and Impact” where she unpacks actionable strategies tailored for founders looking to make the most out of their conference experiences.

Our team is often asked, “What is the value of awards?” And it’s a valid question. If you’re going to invest time and money into submitting awards, you should believe in the ROI. At BAM, we believe in the value of awards. Why? Because these wins pave the way for future top-tier media opportunities. BAM partner, Empowerly, is an excellent example of this. Last week, they secured coverage for their recent $15M funding round in Forbes as a direct result of their 2022 Forbes 30 under 30 win. Congratulations to the Empowerly team!

Media Relations is a process that takes time. In our latest blog we go behind the scenes of our seven year partnership with BAM client, MedCrypt!  “We’ve secured over 800 pieces of coverage and have built lasting reporter relationships that we leverage on a regular basis.” Read the post for key takeaways on how we have been able to grow together as partners and understand the secrets to BAM and MedCrypt's long-lasting relationship in the dynamic landscape of startups!   Thank you Medcrypt! #MediaRelations #PR #techstartups 

BAM’s “Black Tech Titans” list highlights Black Founders in the tech sector, debunking the myth of a talent shortage. Released in honor of Black History Month, this list features ten Black leaders who are making notable contributions to the tech and venture community. By showcasing these leaders, BAM aims to emphasize the critical role of representation and resource sharing in nurturing change. Explore the achievements of these influential figures by visiting our blog or clicking the link in the comments. Celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth with us by recognizing the impact of these tech innovators. #BlackTechTitans #DiversityInTech Arian Simone Beatrice Dixon Tope Awotona Arlan Hamilton Steven Bartlett Austin Clements Ime Archibong Stacy Brown-Philpot Timnit Gebru Abadesi Osunsade

Our team closed out an exhilarating week in New York City! From strategic storytelling to navigating the ever-evolving media landscape, we spent three days hosting workshops and collaborating in-person with our founder community. On Thursday, our team concluded the week with our 7th Media Matchmaking Day, BAM’s quarterly event to bring together media and founders in a “speed dating” format. In our latest blog, “4 Conversations We Had in NYC” we dive into four core themes that emerged from the day’s conversations. Thank you Samantha Stokes, Sarah Lynch, Sam Eifling, Stacey Tisdale, Frank Gargano, and Amanda Glodowski for your contributions to this article! Special thanks to Union Square Ventures, Cohen Circle, and Primary Venture Partners for hosting us throughout the week!  #venturecapital #comms #community

Big applause to Arta Finance and the BAM team for securing a spot on the Forbes Fintech 50 list! Their innovative approach to investing is making waves in the industry and we are proud to be a part of the journey. #BAM #ForbesFintech50 #Fintech Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gRXWn97d

Rings creating jobs, such a fun story to see and read! Proud of the IMPLAN and BAM teams for securing this Fast Company story about economic impact of the Super Bowl ring production. #storiesmovetheworld #clientsuccess #prsuccess

That’s a wrap! BAM recently completed a week in San Francisco gathering our community of founders, media, and venture capitalists. In our latest blog "4 Things We Heard in San Francisco” we highlight what our journalist community is excited about and focused on at the start of 2024. Thank you for your input, Alastair Goldfisher, David Callaway, Andrew Mendez, and Simon Campbell! Thank you Headline and Susa Ventures for hosting us!