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The U.S.-U.A.E. Business Council is pleased to share a Member Spotlight on 25madison, a leading venture platform focused on incubating companies, investing in early-stage startups, and propelling brands into their next phase of growth. Read here: https://lnkd.in/exs4m4WN
Great turnout last night at our happy hour and fireside chat with Tabs at 25madison HQ! In case you missed it, Ali Hussain had a few suggestions: DON’T: ❌ Be afraid of early churn: "Breaking-up” with 1-2 of your early design partners who are not engaged can actually help narrow your focus on the ideal customer profile (ICP). Although this is never set in stone, focusing on building alongside engaged partners can only bring you closer to it. ❌ Feel pressured to talk to investors: There is nothing wrong with being heads-down while building. You should set the timeline for when you are ready to engage, which often creates a bigger FOMO effect for investors. DO’s: ✅ Be scrappy: Seek ways to meet potential design partners, advisors, and investors in person. Some conversations are less likely to happen within the constraints of a Zoom call. ✅ Cross-reference your investors: Even the speed at which investors respond to your emails and connect you with their references sheds light on how they will show up for you and your team in the future. Thank you for everyone who attended and stay tuned for future events!
We are excited to welcome Wilya to the 25madison portfolio! Rahil Siddiqui and his team are changing the game at the intersection of manufacturing, supply chain, and HR. We are excited to participate in this round alongside lead investor Ironspring Ventures and others, including Schematic Ventures, Plug and Play Tech Center, Iron Prairie Ventures, and Motivate Venture Capital. Congrats Rahil Siddiqui and team! We can't wait to see what you do next.
We're excited to introduce our talented summer associates joining the 25madison platform this summer! Our program plays a pivotal role in discovering top talent, many of whom grow into integral team members or founders. Our summer associates dive right into the action, engaging in internal incubations and collaborating closely with our studio and venture investing teams. They undertake independent research on various industries and sometimes even suggest their own incubation ideas. This internship provides hands-on experience in every facet of our business, from building and operating to investing.
Join 25m Evolve and Tabs for a happy hour and fireside chat on the latest finance and AI trends, along with tips for getting your startup funded. Space is limited, so make sure to register soon!
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