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🌟 #Support the #FutureOfEntertainment Vote for Haunted Texas Real Property Holdings and the Haunted Texas Theme Park Project! 🌟 We're excited to be competing for the Texas Choice Awards for Startups 2024 at #TexasVentureFest! This is your chance to help us take our revolutionary project to the next level. We’re asking all our friends and followers to fill out the form and vote for us! 📝 Here’s How You Can Help: 1. #FavoriteStartup: In the subject line, please put Haunted Texas Real Property Holdings – Haunted Texas Theme Park and USA History Preservation Project. Let them know we’re your favorite startup because we're creating the future of entertainment sustainability. We're implementing safe technological practices and building a self-sustaining ecosystem for various industries, all while educating through immersive storytelling aimed at healing the hearts and minds of our nation with love and laughter. 2. #FavoriteCommunityLeader: You can nominate #AmyBroadnax. Amy originally planned to run for mayor of Taylor, Texas, but after attending city council meetings and advocating for vulnerable communities, she chose to make an impact on a larger scale by building this theme park. Amy’s advocacy spans decades, from shutting down private prisons to fighting for criminal justice reform, racial equity, and homelessness. She even lived in homeless camps to bring awareness to the harassment of unhoused individuals. When the city and county plans ignored vulnerable populations, Amy decided to stop asking for help and became the solution herself. Amy is truly becoming the change she wants to see in the world. Voting ends on October 3rd at midnight, so don’t wait—every vote counts! ⏳ 💪 Together, we can make history! Let’s show the world what Texans can do when we unite behind a bold vision for the future of entertainment. 🌍 #ThankYou to my amazing TEAMMATES, Consultants & Contractors! Penny Raney, Richmond Punch Violinist/Arranger/Entertainment Contractor, Justin Johnston, Yangbo Du, Steven Jenkins, Tyler Aaron, Vern Raincock, Leonard Pickel, & Many More behind the scenes! #Vote Here #RIGHTNOW: https://lnkd.in/gHDy6eXe #HauntedTexas #TexasVentureFest #EntertainmentInnovation #AmyBTrippinYo #Sustainability #VoteNow #TexasStartups #SupportLocal #FutureOfEntertainment #HauntedHistoryParks #TexasPride #InnovationEcosystem #AmyBroadnax

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USA Today Study Names Austin and Dallas the Best U.S. Cities for Starting a Business in 2024 Austin tops the list at No. 1, followed by Miami, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Dallas; and Atlanta, Georgia among the Top 5. #newbusinessdevelopment #top5 #openforbusiness #startups https://lnkd.in/g9mpKiDi

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Investment Opportunity!! Austin Buyers Club: Description of Company Austin Buyers Club (6 months in operation) is an apparel company that represents prosperity, growth, and opportunity. The brand identity and positioning are being accepted by the city Austin. Currently, there have has been a profitable start to the first apparel item which was stylish trucker hat that was released in nine colors. The company is now developing their first line which will include a hoodie in various colors as well as matching shorts. The line will also premier shirts, beanies, and introduce new hat designs. This would spread the brand through Austin and increase brand awareness to the next level. The sales approach includes pop-up and events, and online sales which will grow as marketing dollars are spent. Austin Buyers Club: Opportunity for Investors Seed funding is needed to develop the full line, implement shipping and distribution, and increase online presence. $25,000 is needed to fund the company through the next three seasons and catalyze the company to a staple apparel company in Austin. $15,000 would be allocated towards filling inventory for winter and designing the line for the next two releases. $3000 would be set for shipping and distribution. $5000 would fund marketing strategies to grow online presence with the remaining $2000 put aside for operations. Depending on the total investment a repayment with a ROI% or a royalty agreement would be discussed. 

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Acquisition Opportunity: North Texas Trade Mortuary Service and Crematorium 20412 New on the market! Feel free to forward to any other interested parties.   2023 Sales: $915,218 2023 Cash Flow to Owner: Loss   Price: $600,000 This well-established trade mortuary service, with on-site crematory, provides third-party services to Funeral Homes primarily in North Texas plus nationally. Services include removals/transport, embalming, refrigeration and cremation. No services are provided to the general public. In 2023, the business performed ~1680 cremations and is on track for ~2,000 this year. The business averages 100-120 calls per month on the mortuary side and also contracts with a couple of national shipping companies. In 2023, the business had ~316 Embalming and ~189 Cremation customers with the top 10 customers accounting for approximately ~65% of sales. Top 10 embalming clients account for ~86% of sales and top 10 cremation clients account for ~81% of sales. Recently, a major customer has been suspended, due to non-payment of invoices. However, the business recently added a new national account that is expected to drive 20% of 2024 sales. There is a lot of room for growth with proper advertising, networking and adding another vehicle to take on larger volumes. The crematorium has space to add a 3rd retort in current building plus the plumbing is roughed-in for a 4th embalming station. Additionally, there is space on the real estate property to add an accessory building. The Company's well-trained and long-tenure General Manager holds all necessary licenses and runs all day-to-day operations. Owner primarily handles the financial aspect of the business such as payroll, invoicing, processing payments. Many of these tasks could be replaced with a bookkeeper or clerical staff. (Current owner has chosen to do these tasks.) While the owner has excellent industry knowledge, they readily admit that they lack business and finance training, or the marketing prowess to profitably grow the business. NOTE: SELLER REQUIRES THAT PROSPECTIVE PURCHASERS HAVE DEATH CARE INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE AND CURRENT LICENSING (OR ABILITY TO BE LICENSED). Many growth opportunities with strong, central Dallas-Fort Worth location, skilled staff, good reputation and state of the art facility. The business operates primarily as a word of mouth “niche business”. The owner estimates that the business is only running at ~30% capacity. Capacity can be significantly increased by adding retorts, improving cremation schedule efficiency and hiring staff for additional shifts. See additional info at https://bit.ly/ang20412   If you are interested in discussing this opportunity, please reply and we will email NDA. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO FORWARD THIS TO THE APPROPRIATE DECISION-MAKER WITHIN YOUR FIRM.   Thanks, I hope to hear from you! NOTE: THE SALE OF A BUSINESS IS CONFIDENTIAL AND DISCREET; PLEASE DO NOT VISIT THE BUSINESS OR SPEAK WITH ANY EMPLOYEES OR OWNERS. 

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Are you looking for the ideal location to grow your business? 🤔 📍 Texas is the premier destination for companies of all sizes and industries. 🔴 Business-Friendly Environment: Texas has no personal or corporate state income tax, making it financially attractive for businesses and employees. This and a reasonable regulatory climate provide a fertile ground for business growth. 🔴 Diverse and Skilled Workforce: With a labor force of over 15 million, Texas has the human resources to support industries ranging from technology and manufacturing to life sciences and energy. The state's workforce is large and highly skilled, benefiting from top-tier educational institutions and specialized training programs. 🔴 Industry Diversity: The state is home to thriving sectors such as advanced manufacturing, aerospace, biotechnology, and information technology. Notable companies like Tesla, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Oracle have relocated their headquarters to Texas. 🔴 Economic Incentives: Texas provides various incentives to attract and retain businesses. Programs like the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Governor’s University Research Initiative offer companies substantial financial support, making investing and expanding in the state easier. Join us at the upcoming YTexas Summit to learn more about the opportunities awaiting your business in Texas. Register now to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/gFE_BSXy #texas #ytexassummit2024 #innovation #future #careers #businessgrowth

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CTAN is dedicated to investing in startups in Central Texas and beyond! As part of our dedication, we recently rolled out an initiative designed to fuel the growth of startups - the CTAN Startup Success Package. This package contains over $450k worth of credits and discounts from our partners such as Google, Amazon, Stripe, and more. ALL founders who apply to CTAN and meet our investment criteria gain access to this incredible package, designed to supercharge the entrepreneur's journey. What does the CTAN Startup Success Package offer? - Over $450k in startup credits from our portfolio of partners - Exclusive pitch and mentorship opportunities - Invaluable local and national discounts and resources tailored for founders - And much more to accelerate the startup's success! Do you have a business or know someone who has a business that could benefit from being included in our Startup Success Package? Tag them below or contact our team to learn more about this opportunity! #ctan #startups #entrepreneurs #angelinvesting #austintx #austininnovation

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📣 Great news for Texas small businesses! The no tax due threshold for franchise tax has increased to $2.47 million: For reports originally due on or after Jan. 1, 2024, a taxable entity whose annualized total revenue is less than or equal to $2.47 million is no longer required to file a No Tax Due Report. However, the entity is still required to file Form 05-102, Public Information Report (PDF) or Form 05-167, Ownership Information Report (PDF). ⭐️ Qualifying new veteran-owned businesses also get a break! For reports originally due on or after Jan. 1, 2024, a qualifying new veteran-owned business is no longer required to file a No Tax Due Report during its initial five-year period. 🚨Be sure to check the details using this website 👉https://lnkd.in/gV6sx-a #TexasTax #SmallBusiness #SBDC

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Did you know that Texas is booming with small businesses? 📈 Here are some incredible stats: - In 2023, there were 3.2 million small businesses in the state, which accounted for 99.8% of all businesses in Texas. - These small businesses employed 5 million Texans--44.3% of the state's workforce. If you're considering starting your own business, Texas may be the perfect place to chase your dream! #Texas #smallbusiness #supportlocal #entrepreneurship

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8 Essential Tips for Entrepreneurs Seeking Angel Investment! 🚀 At Central Texas Angel Network, we're always on the lookout for promising entrepreneurs with groundbreaking ideas. Recently, Seraf Compass shared valuable advice from experienced investors: "Be authentic with a story on why this founder and the team are the ones who can make the magic happen. Why is now the right time for the concept to go big? Clear steps for the next six months." -Raj, Large Bank Europe These insights can be instrumental in securing the investment you need to propel your startup forward. Ready to apply for funding? Visit our website and learn more: https://lnkd.in/gtq6TuUH Read the full article to view all the tips: https://lnkd.in/gPErSZcD #angelinvesting #entrepreneurs #startups #austintx #innovation

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* Update* Apparently, Friday will only be here tomorrow? Though here's an early taste of the Friday feeling😎 Friday is here and so it your brief! 🔥 $12.5M Parked at outpost 🅿 Outpost, an Austin-based startup active as trucking parking facility operator, has successfully secured a $12.5 million Series A funding round led by GreenPoint Partners. The investment will fuel the expansion of Outpost's network, which currently includes 18 properties and 8,000 parking spaces, and enhance its proprietary software platform. This platform allows trucking companies to efficiently book and manage parking reservations, access security features, and utilize data-driven management tools. With this funding, Outpost aims to transform traditional real estate constraints in the trucking industry into strategic assets, significantly bolstering operational efficiency and competitive advantage. / https://lnkd.in/dvfk63c6 Continuum Cashes In 📦 Continuum | B2B Returns Made Easy, a Chicago-based innovator in digital network solutions for B2B distributors and manufacturers, has successfully raised $1.7 million in a pre-seed round. Led by M25, a VC firm focusing on Midwest tech startups, the funding will bolster Continuum's development of its B2B returns, warranties, and repairs management network. Alongside M25, participants in the round included Cambrian and Clocktower Ventures, reinforcing Continuum's mission to transform B2B logistics through advanced digital solutions that streamline complex processes and enhance customer experiences. / https://bit.ly/3Uz6acM   Nothing General About This Galactic🚀 General Galactic, a startup focused on producing methane from carbon dioxide, has successfully raised $1.9 million in a pre-seed round led by Box Group and Refactor. Founded by former SpaceX engineer Halen Mattison and Luke Neise, the company aims to disrupt the traditional fuel industry by creating methane cheaper than extracting it from the ground. This funding will accelerate the development of General Galactic's integrated system that captures carbon dioxide, produces hydrogen from water, and synthesizes them into methane, leveraging renewable energy sources. / https://lnkd.in/gbd5CmG3 Tech Expansion, One Step At A Time 🚶🏼‍♀️ Texture, spearheaded by entrepreneur Sanjiv Sanghavi, has raised $7.5 million in a seed funding round led by Abstract Ventures, Day One Ventures, Equal Ventures, and Lerer Hippeau, with additional support from key industry angels. This startup is positioned to streamline the renewable energy sector by developing a universal data platform that enhances communication and functionality across the distribution grid and diverse renewable power sources like wind, solar, and batteries. With the fresh capital, Texture plans to expand its technological footprint and operationalize its service with initial customers, aiming to boost the efficiency and interoperability of renewable energy assets globally. / https://lnkd.in/egiuvA2d

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