Lynnwood A. Bibbens

My amazing cousin, Cleven Ticeson (https://lnkd.in/gWis4xX6) , a 14 time Emmy award winning producer for KCTS9 in Seattle, is a hero of mine. I grew up watching the educational shows like Bill Nye and the performing arts they would showcase. He was following the work I have been doing de-siloing the Black professional class working in venture scale entrepreneurship in the Pacific Northwest and composed a news reel covering Dreamward Group that moved me not only because he is my hyper-talented and dear cousin but because it voiced and gave me the perspective of the decades that what we’re building has been missing from the mass culture and my culture. Lewis Rudd once told me that the hardest target to hit is an invisible one and my dear cousin hit me right in the heart by speaking in his video about the unseen, but nonetheless felt, absence of inclusive capitalization of startups. Felt by the generation of Black people that watched the tech industry grow not only painting Black technologists and Black founders out of the heroic saga of tech, but Black funders as well. I am so glad that Dreamward Group is able to paint the target and make it visible through our work. Venture Capital, the financial backing of the tech industry, just like tech itself, had an evolution with foundational moments in the 70s on Sand Hill Road in Silicon Valley yet it’s mechanics, drama, and operation are largely unknown to the public that isn’t working in tech entrepreneurship. It’s trajectory and heights of accomplishment with Andreessen Horowitz and Madrona Ventures are parallel and analogous to Google and Amazon…But only the later two brands are household names to people outside of the industry. The world knows the story of Black people being excluded from Tech, It knows the story of Black people being excluded from executive leadership. It experienced the Obama administration and the depravity of the Trump backlash and had to ask itself why it had actively or passively participated in writing off Black professionals. Some of the world hears of Black founders getting less than 2% of invested capital, but even on hearing that, they don’t know the story of Black people being excluded from the role of deciding which startups get funded using a yet third party’s (often their own government’s) money…That is the story of Venture Capital today, and that’s what Dreamward is changing for the future.

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The Tech + Startups Community turns 1 in August 🎂 In Miami, we've had fantastic fireside chats with leaders such as Sallie Jian, Head of Ventures, North America at Diageo. Knowing someone like Sallie is a big boost for early-stage founders. Not to mention Tech Professionals. Something I appreciate about our investor friends is that they speak to the community and then take the time to get to know everyone in the room. This is true for Alex Gold, Sarah Pichardo, Luba Lesiva, Bo Megginson, Maja Vujinovic, Rodrigo Lascurain, Nitin Rai, Justis Mendez, and everyone who has spoken to our community. When we've had Founders speak, the result has been electric. ⚡ Learning from founders with traction who have built teams, raised money, articulated a vision, and gone to market is an enormous boost. Thanks, Shikhar Agarwal, John Nelson, Artem M., and Amir Emacha 🙏 Most of all, we owe a debt of gratitude to the community. You had no reason to trust this new community, but you did. You've attended, shared ideas, made friends, and given us valuable feedback along the way. It's mind-blowing to think that we are active in Miami, NYC, Atlanta, Boston, DC, and soon SF and Phoenix. 3000+ people and counting. Grateful, humbled, and excited for what's next 🚀 #miamitech #techstartups #venturecapital

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This week, YouTube viewership ascends as cord cutting weighs on traditional TV, Temu cools on the U.S. after shelling out billions, and more. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ejtsNEsD #news #blog #industry #retail #cpg #consumer #traub #tcp

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Arcature has an insightful article about the impact financial engineering can have on a brand. Learn about how you should manage engineer managing for your own brand on the Arcature website: https://lnkd.in/eDAaeNHu #redlobster #brand #bankruptcy

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💰 Some quick hits in investment land: -Bally’s Corporation's raises $940M in debt for new projects -Oats Overnight raises $35M to expand in retail channel -Lotus Foods Raises $22.5M to source new global rice cultivation communities -Kudos raises $3M seed round to scale cotton-based disposable diapers -Naturaz raises $1M to bring all-natural products to the mass market -STYLEST raises $1.1M for growth Key Takeaways: -Health, wellness and sustainability are popular in recent fundings -IRL is rebounding & investments seem to follow despite market conditions -Less consumer investments occurring, yet larger concentrated rounds still happening -Alternative protein a category to watch 👀

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At the core of any great marketing effort is a compelling story. When launching a new fund, it’s not enough to present the numbers and technical details — you need to communicate the why behind your offering. What differentiates your fund from others? What’s the unique value that will capture the attention of financial advisors and investors? A story conveys your why efficiently and impactfully. Your fund’s story should shine through in all of your materials, including your fact sheet. As we often say at Marketing Intent, “a fact sheet isn’t just a fact sheet.” It’s a storytelling tool. This one-pager is often the first thing advisors use to understand your offering. It should explain the core details — such as the fund’s structure, strategy, and performance expectations — but also clearly convey the story behind the offering. The fact sheet should leave advisors feeling confident about your fund, and ready to put it in front of their clients. Using facts to tell a story, rather than merely presenting them to advisors, positions your fund as a smart, attractive option for investors, and can elevate your fund launch. If you’re preparing to launch a new fund and need support, reach out to us today. #FundLaunch #MarketingStrategy #Investment #Storytelling

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How do you pull off a Steve Jobs-level product launch, complete with bold branding, tech luminaries like Steve Wozniak, and a live website reveal? Find out in the latest “Solution Seekers” episode with our guests Brenna Walters Lenoir and Katie Burke Fairbank of CodeSignal.  🚀 #EventMarketing #ExperientialMarketing #SolutionSeekers

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Both growing and optimizing businesses need the speed of execution, flexibility, and efficiency..........

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🗞️ Breaking News: Red Ventures Selling CNET at a huge Loss❗️ Context: Red Ventures, the privately held digital media and marketing juggernaut based in Fort Mill, South Carolina, is selling CNET, one of the largest tech publishers on the web, to Ziff Davis for just $100 million. For context: Red Ventures bought CNET for approximately $500 million. Reason for the Sale: Total traffic to CNET has dropped by a staggering 50% over the last three years. The main driver behind this decline is a 68% drop in organic traffic (loss off Google rankings and traffic). Tables turned: This sale is a stunning turn of events for CNET, which once bought Ziff Davis (then a tech magazine firm) in a deal worth roughly $1.6 billion - more than two decades ago. Catch Up: - Ziff Davis trades publicly with a market value of $1.94 billion. The company lost about half of its marketcap over the course of the last 48 months. Strategic rationale: If Ziff Davis is able to ink a content licencing deal with Google, Bing/Microsoft or ChatGPT (or else e.g. X.AI) - like Reddit did - it might turn out to be a very smart deal …

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Great article on page 74 about Josh Allen - one of OnCore's great shareholders and ambassadors!

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🤖 Will AI and chatbots revolutionize e-commerce? Phil Masiello believes so. He highlights the potential impact of chatbots in guiding users through the overwhelming choices on e-commerce sites. With proactive scanning and personalized assistance, chatbots can help customers find what they're looking for, ultimately boosting sales. To watch the full podcast, check us out on 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/4adUVLO Spotify: https://bit.ly/44zrG4Q #AI #Chatbots #Ecommerce #ArtificialIntelligence #OnlineShopping #CustomerExperience #Technology #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Retail #Sales #Marketing #TechTrends #DigitalMarketing #Automation #marketingpodcast

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NEWTON GOLF: A Sacks Parente Company (Nasdaq: SPGC) and B2i Digital Featured Company reported financial results and new product launches for its fiscal third quarter of 2024, which ended September 30, 2024. Among the financial and corporate highlights, the company cited: - Revenue Growth: $1.21 million in Q3 2024, reflecting a 1,175% year-over-year increase from Q3 2023 and a 49% sequential rise from Q2 2024. - Gross Margin Increase: Improved to 66.5%, up from 41% in Q3 2023, driven by higher manufacturing volumes. - Capital Raise: Closed a $732,000 underwritten public offering of common stock. - Rebranding: Announced a complete rebranding of the Company to NEWTON GOLF Company. - Product Launches: The Gravity Premium putter line was introduced, featuring five new models. - Global Expansion: Launched Newton Motion shafts in 50 major retail locations across Japan. - Pro Golfer Adoption: Increased the number of professionals using the Newton Motion Shafts on the PGA TOUR Champions to 34. - Advanced Performance: Unveiled new high-performance shafts designed for higher swing speeds. Executive Chairman of NEWTON GOLF, Greg Campbell, noted, “We are encouraged by the very strong sales growth in the third quarter that was driven by the continued adoption of our Newton Motion replacement driver shafts and the first full quarter of revenue from our fairway woods replacement shafts. These revolutionary products have been a hit with professionals and amateurs alike and speak to the quality engineering and craftsmanship that go into every shaft we make. Our recent rebranding as NEWTON GOLF speaks to these very design principles that are at the foundation of our products, including the recently introduced NEWTON Golf Gravity line of putters. As an emerging golf brand, the ability of our products to connect with golfers across the world is important. We believe the early traction our products are getting here in the U.S., as well as overseas in the Japanese and Korean markets, portends well for the future growth of our entire product line.” Full Press Release: https://lnkd.in/efCVvvcE As a subsidiary of Sacks Parente Golf, Inc., NEWTON GOLF is a technology-driven golf brand known for its innovative advancements like the First Vernier Acuity putter, patented Ultra-Low Balance Point (ULBP) putter technology, and ultra-light carbon fiber shafts. With a U.S. manufacturing base in St. Joseph, Missouri, NEWTON GOLF is committed to producing top-tier golf equipment while expanding into new product lines and international markets. For more details, please view the full Q3 results or contact the investor relations team at [email protected]. Follow B2i Digital for more NEWTON GOLF updates soon. #NewtonGolf #SPGC #B2iDigital #GolfInnovation #PGA #Q3Results #GolfTechnology #PremiumGolf

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⚠️🍃 Don’t Get Caught Off Guard! In Virginia more than 300 businesses have been fined over $10 million for non-compliance. Discover the full story and protect your business - watch now! #hemp #hempproducts #compliance #cannabis #delta9 #hempbusiness

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Thanx to our process & systems experts Stacie Briley Goodman Timothy Pizanie for our business tips of the day.. For awesome insight like this you can subscribe to the newsletter of Origamic Solutions

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Great article on the founder-investor relationship—one that’s so critical to the success of any venture. Tough times are inevitable, and the true strength of a founder-investor partnership isn’t measured during the good times, but in how both sides show up when things go wrong. These moments test trust, alignment, and shared resilience. As founders, we’re expected to lead our teams through crises, rally, adapt, and navigate the storm. The best investors also show the same level of leadership and step up during challenging moments, offering guidance, empathy, and actionable solutions. It’s a collaborative effort, and I’ve been fortunate to witness how impactful it can be when investors show true leadership. One way to ensure this is to work with investors who’ve been in your shoes before—there’s nothing quite like operator investors to bring valuable perspective and support when it matters most.

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Great time on the Embracing Erosion podcast w/Devon O'Rourke! We talked about: 🚀 How to scale a company from concept to 9-figure exit 🔄 How to break away from the traditional consulting model and apply product approaches ⏩ Why it’s important to iterate quickly and often with messaging 💸📈What signals are important to pay attention to when investing in startups and much more!

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For those that want to know a little more about my background, check out this podcast I did recently with Siân Simpson and her Bountifull Media podcast. https://lnkd.in/dTswRNx4

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