Julie Collings’ Post

Mia keeps your business connections organized wherever you go ✈️📱. Stay connected, whenever you are home or abroad. Download Mia today and manage your network effortlessly no matter where you are! #MiaApp #NetworkingOnTheGo #BusinessTools #StayConnected #TravelSmart #EffortlessNetworking #TechInnovation #LebanonStartups #beiruttech #BusinessProductivity #OnTheGoNetworking

😁 Fancy A #FREE Ticket to CHEERS! The Drinks Summit powered by Joelson | B Corp? 🧐 Apply to our Startup #ChallengerFund 💪 Powered by Potter Clarkson 🤔 Do you want to learn from the drink categories’ most entrepreneurial minds, pitch to the UK’s leading #speciality #mults and #travel and #investors in the drinks category, and hear from #buyers, investor and industry icons? (at the Business Design Centre, London 15 October) 💷 If the answer is ‘yes’ then the Drinks Summit is for you. But since you’re just starting out you are counting every penny right? 🤜 Cue our sponsor Potter Clarkson who want to support 10 fledging founders with completely 100% subsidised tickets 🤓 All you have to do is apply at the link below by next monday and we'll let you know the next day if you’ve been selected 🙏 Please TAG any brands you know who might benefit from this? Link to application in the comments

To find out about the other #StartupWomen 2024 sessions from Startup Canada through the year and how to register, go to https://lnkd.in/eczeW8ub (Psst! I pop in to talk about consent-based marketing and sales)

Buying a business while retaining staff (New article on the REAB website) When you buy an existing business, it typically has employees. This aspect of acquiring a business may seem awkward, but in reality the company's existing staff may be the most valuable part of the deal. Julia Taraday, REAB Consortium Full text at https://lnkd.in/exvjpij6 #business_for_sale #buying_a_business #deal_psychology #starting_a_business

Excited to share some insights from an inspiring event I attended yesterday – RareFounders - The London Startup Scene. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow innovators and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of our vibrant startup ecosystem. A special shout-out to the incredible host of the event Vasily Alekseenko, who provided a platform for meaningful exchanges and the brilliant Anthony Rose, Founder & CEO of SeedLegals, not only for their exceptional legal advisory but also for being a catalyst in connecting people within the industry. Anthony's support has been instrumental for us at Flash-Post, especially as we navigate through the exciting phase of bouncing our MVP. At Flash-Post, we're on a mission to revolutionize the e-commerce return process, turning a traditionally frustrating experience into a seamless and customer-friendly service. We've all been there – hesitant to order online for fear of the cumbersome return process. Our solution simplifies this journey, eliminating the need for sifting through emails, printing labels, repackaging, and the inconvenient drop-off or wait for collection. As we continue to grow, we are actively looking for partners in London – forward-thinking retailers and shipping software companies eager to transform the e-commerce return experience with us! Let’s connect! #FlashPost #EcommerceInnovation #LondonStartups #SustainableSolutions #StartupNetworking #PartnerWithUs

Starting a new independent business is an exciting yet challenging journey. It’s tiring and can sometimes feel lonely when you’re setting everything up without a business partner to lean on. But despite the long hours and the weight of decision-making, the freedom to build something on your own terms makes it all worth it. Finding support networks like Independent Oxford is fantastic - they connect you with like-minded people, offer guidance, and remind you that you’re not really alone. It’s a blend of hard work, passion, community and gallons of coffee that keeps you moving forward. #thecluster #clusteroxford #indepenentoxford #indiebusiness #supportlocal #startuplife #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #entrepreneurjourney #indiebiz #summertownoxford #businesscommunity #startupsupport #localbusinessnetwork #oxfordbusiness

We understand the journey of starting and growing a business can be daunting. That's why Smarter Britain was created with a single aim: to make this journey as smooth as possible. We provide comprehensive support, from navigating startup challenges to securing the necessary funding, all without jargon or barriers. #SmarterBritain #pathtosuccess

When renowned real estate brokerage Home Bay released a report in April of 2024 naming Atlanta as the best city in the nation for startups, it came as a surprise to no one. 🍑 For the last number of years, the city and its surrounding areas have been recognized for fostering a booming pro-business environment that attracts and supports businesses of all types and sizes, from major Fortune 500 corporations to small locally owned mom-and-pop shops. Here, we look at the top five reasons that make metro Atlanta a leading destination for both new and established businesses year after year: https://lnkd.in/eB-MFtzG

QuickCart (Techstars '24) is building "Rappi for the Caribbean". Starting in Jamaica, the company has done over $1M in revenue since its founding in 2016. This week, the Realistic Optimist interviewed Monique Powell, the company's founder. Some of the topics we covered: (i) How QuickCart stitched together its initial traction (ii) How Monique thinks about the sector's tight margins (iii) Shift from a strict "vertical" strategy to a looser one targeting all merchants wanting to deliver goods (iv) Why investors should look at the Caribbean opportunity as a whole, not as individual islands (v) Exit paths for a Jamaican startup And more... Paid Realistic Optimist subscribers can read the full interview below: https://lnkd.in/gCFmJEmH

👋 Meet the Visionaries Behind SupplyFy! 👋 Introducing our powerhouse team: Xavier Piper - CEO: Founder of multiple successful startups. Xavier’s innovative spirit drives SupplyFy’s mission. John “JP” St. Pierre: Social media guru with a proven track record of growing business pages. JP is the mastermind behind our online presence. Bryce Denzein: Accounting and finance expert from the Wisconsin School of Business, with hands-on experience from Orbari LLC. Together, we’re committed to reshaping logistics for small businesses. 💬 Have questions for our team? Drop them in the comments and stay tuned for more insights! #TeamSpotlight #SupplyFy #Ecommerce #Logistics