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📘 Make your first meeting with a VC more effective: 1. Tell a concise story 2. Be flexible, listen, and trust your team 3. Remember: your goal is to EITHER - Get a second meeting, OR - Form clarity on why they are passing: is it a "Not Now" or "Not Ever"? Fundraising can be tough, but perseverance is key. 🔑 Learn more by reading our Meeting One Guide

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Considering startup funding but hesitant about working with venture capitalists? With Prairie Credit Business, you maintain control and keep your momentum going. We tailor solutions to your cash flow needs, ensuring your business thrives. Don't miss out—check out our success stories and let's move your business forward together! - Contact us today at the link below: www.prairiebiz.com #PrairieBiz #BusinessSuccess

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FranNet of Dallas/Fort Worth/Oklahomahosting a webinar to help you make a confident decision on the funding source that best fits your needs. @Benetrends, will also be on hand to share industry trends and insights on the many different ways to fund nearly any type of business. Click on the link below to learn more. https://ow.ly/ylWQ50SeGxy #smallbusiness #funding

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What happens when Austin's hottest startups & newest tech converge in the same place, at the same time? 🚀 AUSTIN STARTUP CRAWL! This Austin *Startup* Week crowd-favorite is making its #AustinTechWeek debut on November 1st. Grab a friend & a drink and discover groundbreaking technologies from companies like UnicornForms and Weeva Inc. that are actively shaping Austin's technology landscape. Learn more about crawl 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q02R0f2N0

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Ignoring your IT needs is like trying to fly to the moon on a half-tank. You aren't going to get there! Invest wisely and strategically in your tech solutions and watch your business grow. Comment "Houston" for a free consultation. https://lnkd.in/g7meBv5F #ITBudgeting #StrategicTechInvestment #BusinessContinuity #Resilience

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🌓Ignoring your IT needs is like trying to fly to the moon on a half-tank. You aren't going to get there! 💲Invest wisely and strategically in your tech solutions and watch your business grow. 🚀Comment "Houston" for a free consultation. https://lnkd.in/gdZutzyi #ITNeeds #TechSolutions #InvestWisely #BusinessGrowth #FreeConsultation #BrewCityPC #SpaceToGrow 🌌🚀

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The next Software Day at the Ion Houston is June 11th! This month’s keynote session features Mercury’s Samantha Lewis moderating a fireside chat with Youngro Lee, founder and CEO of FinTech company Brassica. Samantha and Youngro will discuss the journey “From Seed to Success,” including Brassica’s recent acquisition by BitGo. A Q&A will follow the conversation.   Software Day Schedule:   1. Office Hours (by application) - Curated mentors with expertise in high-growth software innovations will assist pre-Series A startups in the early stages of revenue generation. Apply to participate in mentor office hours at the below link. 2. Keynote Session (4 pm to 5 pm) – An opportunity for founders to hear experts share their stories and expertise with a focus on helping startups achieve rapid, sustainable growth. Mercury’s Samantha Lewis will moderate a fireside chat with Youngro Lee, founder and CEO of Brassica. 3. Networking (5 pm to 7 pm) - Sponsored by our friends at Gunderson Dettmer, this is where founders will find the greatest potential: a space to catalyze growth through collaboration.    Register by clicking the link below! You can also apply to participate in mentor office hours.   We hope to see you there!   https://lnkd.in/e9HcXX4V     #HoustonSoftwareStartups #SoftwareStartups #SoftwareStartupCommunity #VC #VentureCapital #SeedCapital #FiresideChat #MentorOfficeHours #Mentorships Blair Garrou Aziz Gilani adrian fortino Heath Butler Melissa Lutzke Turowsky Jackie Pfister Andreas R. Galliker, CFA Winston Gilpin Dan Watkins Eddie Lou Tolonye Williams Patrick Okorafor, CPA Alex Gras Lisa Roberts Devin R. Brassica

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Really looking forward to the TEDC conference and the opportunity to discuss AI and how it is impacting corporate real estate decisions and #economicdevelopment! And, yes, Rick and I are related! #econdev #fdi #siteselection #locationintelligence GIS WebTech

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In this Spotlight Session, we speak with Tanner O'Brien, Senior Partner at ActionCOACH Central Texas and founder of Benefic Marketing, who specializes in helping business owners use data to improve their marketing and sales funnels. We discuss things like: 💥 How and what to measure in your marketing and sales funnel to optimize sales 💥 Divide to Multiply – breaking down the funnel to improve each component and multiply results 💥 How to build an Actionable 90 day business plan from the data we measure 💥 And more! https://lnkd.in/gD_BUpcz

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San Antonio's Tech Boom & The Skills Gap San Antonio's tech scene is exploding! Startups are thriving, and the city is strategically positioning itself as a hub for cybersecurity, AI, and machine learning. However, a critical question remains: Are we equipping our local developers and engineers with the skills needed to succeed? The Global Skills Gap Challenge The cybersecurity industry exemplifies this challenge. Despite an 8.7% workforce increase, a massive skills gap persists (4 million unfilled positions globally). This vulnerability exposes organizations to cybercrime's rising costs (over $6 trillion projected by 2025). San Antonio's Opportunity San Antonio can address this by investing in local developers: Prioritize Local Talent: Encourage companies to hire locally. Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment between companies and educational institutions. Transparency:  Ensure transparent hiring practices for San Antonio's developer pool. DEVSA: Empowering San Antonio's Developers DEVSA, a non-profit supporting local developers and engineers, believes a strong local talent pool is crucial for San Antonio's tech growth. Let's bridge the gap and create a thriving tech scene where companies leverage local talent, educational institutions adapt, and developers have fulfilling careers! #voteDEVSA2024 campaign is coming 🤠

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Explore the City of Hutto’s journey to revolutionize its budgeting process using ClearGov. This case study highlights the challenges of outdated legacy systems and celebrates the achievements gained in efficiency, transparency, and departmental collaboration. https://bit.ly/4asxCP9

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The biggest challenge with Disaster Recovery funding is time. This bill will speed up the process for millions of households. - In states like Texas, we know the seriousness that natural disasters must be treated with. Without preparation and plans in place for before, during, and after weather systems such as hurricanes, flash floods, and windstorms, the magnitude of devastation can be overwhelming. This is why it is critical to make the flow of disaster recovery funds operate as quickly as possible and have the public informed and confident in where to find this critical help. However, there are current hurdles in Washington D.C. that are keeping this money from efficiently getting into the households that need it because HUD’s Community […] https://lnkd.in/g_DvpMz4

Which category does your business fall into, in terms of technology adoption? Is your company’s ability to integrate and support new technologies helping or harming productivity? If you want to improve your company’s IT strategy, help has arrived. #oklahoma #oklahomabusiness

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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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In Oklahoma's emerging startup scene, i2E and Plains Ventures play pivotal roles in supporting entrepreneurs at every stage. Whether you're in the pre-seed phase or gearing up for Series A, understanding the distinct services of these organizations is key to your success. 👉 i2E, Inc. focuses on early-stage guidance, offering programs and advising services that help startups lay solid foundations and navigate their markets effectively. From concept validation to proof-of-concept funding, i2E is there to help you build a scalable business model. 👉 Plains Ventures, on the other hand, steps in for companies that have moved beyond the initial idea phase. Providing crucial funding and strategic direction, Plains Ventures helps businesses refine their products and scale their operations. Learn how these organizations can support your startup journey and drive your growth and innovation. Read our latest article to get all the insights! 📖 #StartupSuccess #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #OklahomaStartups #i2E #PlainsVentures 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gnJGKdZR

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