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This is a chapter to remember and a journey to celebrate. I’m beyond grateful to share that Reverse Energy Solutions Corp journey with Techstars Alabama Energytech has come to a close – a journey filled with #growth, resilience, and transformation. 🚀 When we first stepped into the program, we had dreams, ambitions, and a vision. Over these past months, #Techstars has helped us refine our vision, push our limits, and discover what we’re truly capable of. From the countless introductions to incredible mentors and the invaluable guidance they provided, I truly see the immense value of joining the Techstars accelerator program. I’ve witnessed firsthand the #GiveFirst spirit in this community – mentors, peers, and the entire network going above and beyond to support one another. This experience has been transformative, showing me the true power of mentorship, community, and the opportunities that come when you surround yourself with people who push you to grow. I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to: 🙏Matthew Jaeh Rae'Mah Henderson Eno Oduok ---- The Techstars team for believing in us and helping us navigate the highs and lows. 🙏 Charles Jackson Kevin Kaye Hypaesha Dunn, MBA Tyler Sullens -- The Innovation Development team for your invaluable support and unwavering presence! 🙏Zachary Carpenter Jesse Unkenholz --- The incredible mentors who generously shared their knowledge and pushed us to think bigger. Last but not least...... 🙏 My fellow founders – Lisa Brunet, Akim Niyonzima, Adrian Groos, Ashish Airon, Margaux Pagès, Christopher Benedikt Pilscheur, Gayathri (G3) Venkataraman, Armen Sargsyan, ‘Rohit A., Isabella Bernal Colpas, @Brittany Sarah Graeff, Aaron Robinson , Q Johnson, Atul Alatkar, Sparsh Bhogavilli, Lionel Sapp Your stories, grit, and camaraderie made this journey even more inspiring. The journey doesn’t end here. It’s just the start of something bigger. 🌍 #TechstarsForLife To anyone out there chasing a dream – remember, you don’t have to do it alone. Find your tribe. Seek guidance. And believe in yourself. #Gratitude #Startups #Growth #Accelerator

How is the New Nordic tech landscape evolving? 🔍 At byFounders, we continuously keep a close eye on the pre-seed to Series A rounds closing in the New Nordics, and use it to compile a dynamic dataset that captures it all. But in the name of transparency, we don't keep these insights to ourselves - every quarter, we like to share it with all of you ✨ What’s inside the Q2 report? 👉 How and to whom funding flowed across different stages 👉 Which New Nordic countries led the charge 👉 The most active sectors shaping the startup landscape 👉 Invested capital in diverse founders Whether you're a founder, investor, or just a startup enthusiast, this report is packed with insights for you. Follow the link to unlock the full report: https://lnkd.in/dYMkyE3J

The accelerator journey is exciting but undeniably complex. From managing cohorts to providing meaningful guidance and tracking progress, there are countless moving parts to keep up with. It can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. At Headway Idea Labs, we’re not just another tool; we’re your dedicated partner in progress. Our platform is built to support accelerator managers at every step, simplifying operations, providing actionable insights, and empowering you to focus on what you do best: guiding startups to success. Together, we turn big ideas into thriving businesses, and challenges into opportunities. Let’s collaborate to build success stories that inspire, innovate, and leave a lasting impact. Ready to simplify your journey and achieve more? Headway is here to help. 🔗 Get started today: https://lnkd.in/gSPVb5DM

The Techstars Cliff: 4 month update It’s been nearly four months since the Techstars program I joined wrapped up. Techstars talks about the post-cohort cliff and how navigating and overcoming it is vital to a company's continued growth. What is the cliff, you ask? It’s the moment post-program where founders step back into the world and into reality. Daily structure is back to being set by you, your new friends are back in their respective cities continuing to build, you jump back into life with friends and family as if you never left, and you learn to become independent once again. And for me, that meant moving back to Chicago from London. How do you overcome it? I’ll start by saying the cliff is real, and it happens to everyone. But how it affects you can vary from founder to founder. Techstars is designed to teach you structure, communication, and organization during the curriculum, and if you throw that out the window the day after Demo Day, you’re only doing yourself a disservice. Outside of the time change, culture, great accents, and the busy life that London is, for me, it’s about finding the balance of celebrating work wins, finding hobbies outside of work that keep me distracted and challenged. Most importantly, having things to look forward to. These last four months have been full of chaos, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I am grateful for my Techstars experience and know that I left stronger as a founder and as a person than when I started. If I can pick up my life and move across the pond in six days for a 13-week program, anyone can do it. Your idea is worth giving everything. I’m curious, how has the cliff impacted you? #founder #startup #thecliff #techstars

Just wrapped up my first Startupfest, and wow, what an incredible ride! Here are some unforgettable highlights: 🚆 Startup Train: Imagine connecting with the Toronto startup ecosystem while journeying in style to Montreal. Networking on wheels – it doesn’t get better than this! 🧠 Brain date Sessions: Immersive discussions on leveraging partnerships for growth. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who shared their wisdom! I must tip my hat to James Moncarz, a maestro in helping SaaS companies drive revenue through partners & channels. We met at the conference, and he introduced me to the term "administrative modules." This single insight made my pitch for SDaaP – which helps build tech startups faster by providing commonly used modules like Authentication, Subscription, AI Chatbot, and more – as clear as crystal and incredibly effective for its entire lifecycle. Thank you, James, for your invaluable time and for simplifying my journey by helping articulate SDaaP to like-minded pioneers. It's a true blessing when such illuminating individuals cross your path early on. As they say, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step," and with people like James, every step feels more purposeful and rewarding. #Startupfest #Networking #Gratitude #Growth

Applications are now open for Founders Club Cohort 14 by Startup Wise Guys with Impulse4Women. 🚀 At Impulse4Women, we’re excited to announce that we will be, once again, partnering for the next edition of the Founders Club program—Cohort 14—in collaboration with Startup Wise Guys. The Founders Club is the ultimate program for senior professionals with 7–10+ years of experience, looking to transition into entrepreneurial and innovative careers. This platform offers a collaborative ecosystem designed to empower talent, foster connections, and nurture early-stage startups. What’s in it for you? ✅ Expert mentoring, with a focus on women in leadership. ✅ Networking and matchmaking with like-minded professionals and founders. ✅ Opportunities to develop early-stage B2B ventures across industries such as sustainability, proptech, web3, cybersecurity, fintech, SaaS, and more. 👩💼 Do you dream of becoming an entrepreneur? Or know someone who does? Don’t miss this chance to be part of a community dedicated to inspiring and supporting early-stage founders. Learn more and apply now: https://lnkd.in/dgSvBhEC Applications close February 17th—don’t wait to take the leap! 🚀

🚀 Transformative Insights from Our Free Strategy Sessions for Startups 🚀 This past week, I’ve had the privilege of hosting several strategy sessions with startup founders and CEOs, and the results have been nothing short of amazing. In just 45 minutes, we’ve tackled some of their biggest tech and team challenges—and the breakthroughs have been inspiring! 💡 Here are a few common issues we’ve solved together: ✅ Streamlining workflows to fast-track product-market fit. ✅ Building high-performing teams that consistently deliver results. ✅ Aligning the Product Engineering team with business goals to drive customer happiness. These sessions have been described as “game-changers,” helping founders move from feeling stuck to making real progress in under an hour. I can only offer a few slots, and I want to make sure those who need help the most can access it. If you’re feeling stuck or facing product-tech bottlenecks, don’t wait—this is your chance to take a step forward. My mission is simple: to support as many founders and startup leaders as possible. That’s why I’m offering these sessions completely free of charge. 👉 Reserve your 45-minute free session here: https://lnkd.in/dPS2idYv Let’s tackle your toughest challenges together.

Prepare 4 VC Breakthrough Applications are open for our Fall Cohort APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 6, 2024 LAUNCH DATE: October 21, 2024 DEMO DAY: December 11, 2024 There's a unique moment in all startups when everything changes. Roadblocks, doubt, and years of hard work transform into 'overnight success.'The Breakthrough Program by Prepare 4 VC helps visionary founders cultivate their breakthrough moment where purpose and progress meet.Throughout the 8 week cohort program, expect comprehensive growth, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and a strategic project plan to guide you. There are 3 virtual sessions every week, office hour sessions, mentor matching and investor matching events and a final in person demo day at the end of the program. Seize this opportunity to lead your startup to its breakthrough moment. https://zurl.co/GQ52

I've been blown away by the response to the Future 50, a list detailing some of the highest potential startups in the world. It's quickly become one of The Generalist's best performing pieces of the year, and climbing! If you haven't had a chance to check it out, I'm sharing an even more granular sneak peek below. Here's what you can expect from the full Future 50: ✨ An incredible list of 50 startups, nominated by elite investors. ✍️ Clear, easy-to-graph descriptions for all of them. ☝️ Point-by-point rationale explain why we chose them. 🔥 Metrics outlining their traction (ARR, customers, etc) 🔗 Links to leadership to see the people behind the business. 🗣️Headcount information, giving you a sense of their size. 📊 A private database, helping you scan and filter. Find it here: https://lnkd.in/eNMSAX2q