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🎉 YPL ADVISOR ANNOUNCEMENT‼️ 🤝 Welcome Onboard, SHARESZ T. WILKINSON (CEO & TECH FOUNDER, SUCCESS MENTOR, EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATION EXPERT) We are thrilled to welcome Sharesz T. Wilkinson to the YouPitchLive Advisory Board! 💼 ✏️ Sharesz T. Wilkinson Is The CEO & Founder Of Resilient Power. With 19 International Change Maker Awards & Nominations And Recognition As One Of The Top 50 Global Women To Look Out For In 2023. 📌 With her expertise in empowering startup ventures and facilitating their growth and success, we are confident that Sharesz will be a valuable addition to our mission. 📌 As a Harvard Business Review Advisory & Forbes Council member, Strategic Advisor, And International Executive Communication And Resilience Expert, she holds Influential roles in shaping global business. Additionally, Sharesz serves as a senator for the USA in the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF) and is a member of the Executive Global Network EGN. 💡At YouPitchLive, we believe in the power of connections and the potential they hold. Now, with Sharesz onboard, we are even more equipped to foster meaningful relationships and drive impactful collaborations within the innovation ecosystem. Join us in extending a warm welcome to Sharesz as she embarks on this exciting journey with us. To take things UP a notch, we asked Sharesz to share answers to the following questions for us: 1️⃣ What's Sharesz 's Superpower? 2️⃣ Why Is Sharesz Passionate About Her Work? 3️⃣ Which One Book / Movie / Podcast Influenced Sharesz Profoundly? 4️⃣ What's a Piece of Advice Sharesz Lives By? 👀 You can see all her answers by scrolling through the posts. 🌏 Together, we will continue to empower entrepreneurs, inspire innovation, and create opportunities for growth on a global scale. #youpitchlive #venture #business #startup #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #venturecapital #invest #explore #wealth #crowdfunding

ARE YOU INTO CONSULTING NOW?! (Part I) ... that's the first question people ask me when they hear of Pivotal. 👺 Well, no, and: hell, no! That's not the goal. I am not against consulting. But I never wanted to be a consultant. Not with my first companies, and not with my last company Allthings, where I am still President of the Board and carry the same joys and sufferings as every entrepreneur. ➡ I always wanted to build products, solutions, sell ideas, dreams, ... whatever - but for sure do things that make sense and result in way more efficient offerings than selling hours. 🚂 So, that's what I am doing with Pivotal, too: I'm building an engine. "The Pivotal Engine". A digital platform that drives venture teams, boards and investors almost automatically through a pivot process. Based on data of hundreds of pivot cases, and based on proven frameworks like the Business Model Canvas of Alexander Osterwalder. More to come on that engine, in the next few days. **************** Hi, I am Stefan. I support tech founders, board members and investors in pivotal situations. More on Pivotal: pivotal.ag More on me: stefanzanetti.com Book a Call: https://lnkd.in/ddk_Fqy7 #TechVentures #Pivoting #Pivots #BusinessModelCanvas #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

I am honored to once again be a member of the CNBC Disruptor 50 Advisory Board, "a group of 51 leading thinkers in the field of innovation and entrepreneurship from around the world." The board helps CNBC identify "the most innovative and game-changing private companies shaking up the business landscape and forcing incumbents to react and change." If you have any companies you want to nominate, use the link at the bottom of this article on last year's top 50: Gonzaga University - School of Business Administration Gonzaga University #entrepreneurshipeducation

Like many in the industry, I’ve been following the current debate around the value and definition of “founder mode.”    As a venture firm run by founders, we at B Capital understand the struggles that come with growth and the critical importance of staying in founder mode. This perspective allows us to better support our portfolio companies, helping them navigate the complexities of scaling without losing the drive and vision that fueled their success.    There’s a lot that can distract you when you’re trying to build a global business. We see “founder mode” as a precious commodity that acts as a counterweight to all the noise and distraction of building a business.    We seek out founders with the combination of passion, boldness, and bias toward action that separates great companies from great ideas. B Capital brings a hands-on approach to collaboration and an experimental mindset to our role as a value-add investor, while ensuring we stay closely connected to the needs of the entrepreneurs we partner with.   While we’re always here to support our founders, we understand that the greatest impact often comes from giving a founder the space to lead and trusting in the power of their vision and ability to grow as a leader. #FounderMode #VentureCapital https://lnkd.in/gb-YXJSv

Greetings! Today, I want to share an engaging post about the world of business. Business is not just about profit and transactions; it's a thrilling journey that empowers individuals to pursue their dreams, make a positive impact, and foster innovation. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or an established business leader, the realm of business holds countless opportunities for growth and success. From startups revolutionizing industries to established companies reshaping the global economy, the business world is dynamic and full of possibilities. So, let's dive in, learn from each other's experiences, and inspire one another to think outside the box, adapt to change, and overcome challenges. Together, we can strive for greatness and create a prosperous future. #BusinessJourney #Innovation #SuccessAhead

Are you interested in shaping the future of innovative projects at Summit Venture Studio? Join us for an exclusive Demo Day! We're bringing together a select group of entrepreneurial minds, product managers, and investors to help us evaluate early-stage projects currently under our due diligence process. These projects are at a critical point, and your expertise can make a difference in determining their future. Details: ✅ Purpose: Participate as part of an investment screening committee to guide our due diligence process. ✅ Role: Help us identify the key questions and considerations that will either push these projects forward or help us decide to let them go. ✅ Engagement: Your insights will be invaluable as we explore the potential of these projects. Don’t miss the chance to contribute to the next big thing in our portfolio. Your input could be the key to unlocking new opportunities. 🔗 Register for FREE: https://lu.ma/x63gaa3x 📅 Date: Tue, Aug 27,2024 ⏲ Time: 11 am MT #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #ProductManagement #Innovation #InvestmentOpportunities #DueDiligence #StartupGrowth #SummitVentureStudio #InvestmentScreening

What exactly corporate venturing entails and how it can drive business growth? 🚀 Delve into this article by our team at Alchemy Crew that demystifies the concept and showcases its potential for organizations of all sizes. What is corporate venturing, and why is it increasingly becoming a strategic imperative for businesses? Whether you're a startup seeking strategic collaborations or an established corporation looking to tap into external innovation, understanding the fundamentals of corporate venturing is essential. 🔍 From fostering a culture of entrepreneurship within established organizations to forging partnerships with external innovators, this article unravels the intricacies of corporate venturing and its profound impact on business growth. 💡 Explore the transformative power of corporate venturing? 🌱 Discover more in the article here: https://lnkd.in/gwyDNB_T #CorporateVenturing #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship

Innovation and entrepreneurship in family enterprises is essential. Executive Director of the BBH Center for Family Business Ben Persofsky looks at how embracing the #nextgeneration and failure can create success while carrying on the family legacy.

In the dynamic realm of business expansion, executives and leaders in #sportstech and #healthtech often seek guidance on entering the European market. Having assisted numerous companies in this endeavor alongside Bernardo Bachino and Rodney Rapson, I understand the complexities involved. This insightful article from Index Ventures delves deep into their own experiences, shedding light on crucial aspects like #strategicpartnerships, thorough #marketresearch, and a nuanced understanding of #regulatorylandscapes. Whether you're a budding #startup eyeing global reach or a seasoned corporation strategizing expansion, this article offers actionable insights and inspiration. Embrace the wisdom shared by Index Ventures as you embark on your international journey toward success. And keep in mind, I'm always available to lend a hand and provide assistance whenever you need it. #BusinessExpansion #InternationalGrowth #EuropeanBusiness #GrowBetter

"The government is already supporting Women, Black people, and other minority investors & founders just enough. Why are you making this?" 🙄 "There's no need for new initiatives to create equitable and accessible investor & founder communities - university-affiliated incubators are already doing this" 🙄 2 people told us this: 1 - a white male, startup mentor at "The world's most active pre-seed investor" in Calgary who hosts regular workshops on community building 1 - a white female, startup mentor at a university-affiliated incubator ---- Why am I sharing this? I don't give a flying ****: -who they are (e.g. white, male, female).  -what they do (e.g. startup mentor). -how much experienced they are (e.g. middle-aged) It really hurts to hear that they're: -mentoring the next-generation of founders -discouraging community builders -naively convincing themselves the world is 'just ok' for women and minority groups Truth is the venture capital and startup world is unfair. It's unfair to those who don't like the ones who run it. It's unfair to those who don't get a second chance. It's unfair to women, black people, youth, immigrants, students, and other minority-groups. We can't help everyone all at once. But please let's not pretend everything is ok and accessible. We'll start to change this in our own way. And let's beeloud about it. Oh, Happy International Women's Day by the way! #beeloud