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There is still time to submit a pitch! #entrepreneurship #smallbusiness #smallbusinesssupport #pitchyourbiz

📢 #StLouis is part of the largest pitch competition on the planet and we're looking for our top 100 startups. To enter your business, you'll need to submit a 1 min video pitch or a 10-slide pitch deck by April 26: https://lnkd.in/gU9x2pe5 (Video Pitches will be voted on by the community, with the 5 highest voted companies moving to the top 100. Pitch Decks, however, will NOT be made public and will be reviewed by our panel of judges to find the remaining 95 companies) 🎯 If your business operates in the St. Louis Metro and you fit under the 10 high-growth industries, then you are eligible to compete (even if you've already raised equity investment). The top 100 companies will compete in the pitching Semi-Finals this summer, to find our winning 10. Those 10 will all get tickets to the Startup World Cup event in Silicon Valley with 200+ international investors. The St. Louis Champion will take the stage in October in Silicon Valley to compete for the $1 million prize. ☝ But the first step is that you need to enter! Submit your video pitch, pitch deck, or both on the TechSTL website this week: https://lnkd.in/gU9x2pe5 (PLEASE SHARE THIS WITH ST. LOUIS FOUNDERS!!)

The Southeast's premier tech and startup event is in full swing! Venture Atlanta 2024 has kicked off at The Woodruff Arts Center, bringing together innovative founders, top investors, and industry leaders. Two days of groundbreaking pitches, invaluable networking, and transformative connections lie ahead. Comment below with your favorite moments! #TiEAtlanta #VentureAtlanta #EntrepreneurEcosystem #AtlantaEntrepreneurs

I'm excited to share that Yay!Starter Marketing will be attending London's Largest Demo Day + Investor & Founder Conference on April 22nd as an information sponsor! 💡 Hosted by Rare Founders, this event is a game-changer for investors and founders alike, bringing together the brightest minds for a day of pitches, roundtable discussions, masterclasses, and unparalleled networking opportunities. 📈 Why This Matters? ⚡️ Networking: An unmatched chance to mingle with fellow investors, LPs, and innovative founders. ⚡️ Learning: Dive into tailored workshops and panels designed to enrich both seasoned and emerging entrepreneurs. ⚡️ Visibility: A unique platform for founders to elevate their startups, with data on 500 pitch applicants and 300 fundraising founders being shared with vetted investors. As someone deeply invested in nurturing the startup ecosystem, I can't wait to witness the synergies and get to chat with Seven Jacobs, Anthony Rose, Oli Hammond, Darren Murphy, Jonny Seaman, Marc Cohen, Dan Bowyer, Modwenna Rees-Mogg, Louise Harvey, Clara Probert, Matt Jonns, Eva Dobrzanska, and Christian Pankui. With 250 investors expected to be in attendance, there are still some spaces for more investors, and I have a discounted ticket I can share with you: https://lnkd.in/effiCcjq. Just click on the link & select an investor ticket with the discount already applied. Looking forward to seeing you there! #LondonDemoDay2024 #StartupGrowth #InvestorConference

Inside Founders Club: Exclusive, Valuable, Transformative. Founders Club isn't just another network; it's an invitation-only community where real connections are forged. We host intimate dinners for 10-15 founders, where everything is off the record, fostering honest, impactful conversations. Beyond the dinners, we scale up to larger events, welcoming a broader mix of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, including angel investors and early-stage founders. Our summits, held twice a year, even include overseas trips for deep dives and roundtable discussions. Imagine a place where you can grow with a supportive group of founders ready to take on the next few years together. That's Founders Club. #FoundersClub #Networking #StartupLife #Entrepreneurship

In many businesses, one cofounder is the public face—networking with investors, attending conferences, and closing deals. But what about the cofounder behind the scenes? The one quietly ensuring the product is built, the team stays focused, and the operations run like clockwork? Sharing credit is more powerful than you think. In any cofounder relationship, success isn't the result of one person's effort—it's the outcome of a strong, collaborative partnership Take a moment to publicly acknowledge your cofounder’s contributions. It will strengthen your relationship, and also shows your team, investors, and customers that your success is truly a joint effort. #CofounderGoals #TeamworkMatters #ShareTheCredit #StrongerTogether #BusinessPartners #StartupSuccess #CollaborationWins #PowerOfPartnership #BehindTheScenes #StartupJourney #TheCofoundersHub

🚀 Introducing scaling | grow together: Our Newest Business Member at The Startup Network! 🚀 We’re thrilled to welcome Scaling to our community, opening doors for business heroes to thrive, grow, and succeed. 🌟 Check Out Scaling: https://scaling.com.au/ Scaling is more than a platform—it’s a vibrant community of visionaries, disruptors, and innovators who are pushing the boundaries of what's possible through strategic connections and impactful partnerships. At Scaling, they believe in: 🔗 Growing Together: Building trust and integrity as the foundation for powerful relationships that lead to shared success. 🌱 Curiosity & Learning: Never stop exploring and innovating—our imagination is the only limit! 💡 Embracing Transformation: Empowering businesses to create and nurture deals that positively change their trajectory and unlock their full potential. From partnerships and capital raising to startup pitches and business sales, Scaling provides a structured way to connect with the right opportunities and create lasting value—all at zero cost to sign up! ✅ 🔍 Ready to Explore? Post your deal, browse opportunities, and connect with fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners who believe in making things happen. And to celebrate our collaboration, join us on October 17th at Cremorne Digital Hub for our upcoming event: "An Unexpected Journey: Discovering the Ring of Partnerships." 🎫✨ Together with Scaling, we’re diving deep into how to unlock the power of partnerships to achieve transformative success. Expect inspiring talks, gamified networking experiences, and valuable insights from industry leaders. This is your chance to connect, discover new opportunities, and set your business on a path to greatness! 💥 🔗 Join us and be a part of the journey: https://lnkd.in/gWUESENg #StartupNetwork #Scaling #BusinessPartnerships #CapitalRaising #StartupGrowth Bern Blake Kate Russell Ryan Burns Desmond John Vicki Stirling

When Grit becomes Growth: The Path from Pain to Transformation. Bart Foster visits the Sky Lounge to talk about how an unceremonious ouster from the thriving startup he founded led him on a transformative journey to living a life of intention and purpose. He discusses founding BusinessOutside as a result, a venture that leverages nature to cultivate deeper connections and personal growth among leaders and teams, and the techniques he uses to get out of the mundane and into the “real” talk that makes real connections. #nature #intentionalliving #businessculture #businessoutside #FutureOfWork #MakeItHappen We all need real connections in our businesses. Go See Bart in Colorado and take a hike with him. https://lnkd.in/eQDVuFrg

💼 Pro Tips for Pitching with Edith Yeung General Partner at Race Capital was packed with invaluable insights! Edith, alongside Alain Denzler, Francisco Wallenstein, and Christine Govindsamy, shared feedback on pitches from three top startups, offering us all some real-world do’s and don’ts. 💡 My Key Takeaways: Big Impact Opener: Start with a strong, loud voice and command the stage. 📌 Know Your Numbers: Investors want data that backs up your vision. Be prepared with key metrics to build credibility. 🎯 Clarity and Focus: Keep your pitch concise. Highlight the problem, your solution, and the market potential without adding too many details. 🤝 Show Your Team’s Strengths: Investors aren’t just backing an idea; they’re backing the people behind it. Show what makes your team unique and capable of executing the vision. And finally, leave by stating your name, your investment ask, and how to contact you. 💡 Thanks to Edith and the panel for sharing these insights—ready to put them into actions with Pet Trust Uk now! #WebSummit #PitchingTips #StartupSuccess #InvestorInsights #RaceCapital Kellie Noon Janine Smith Sarah Cross Ayaan Mohamed Ali Sarah Foster Elizabeth Scott MBE William Purser KPMG UK GM Business Growth Hub Patrick Smith Tracy Johnson Dr Howard Simms and many more 🙏🏻

🚀 Only 5 Days Left to Apply to Pitch at Investor Week! 🚀 Hey innovators and dreamers! 🌟 Time is ticking, but there’s still a golden opportunity for your startup to shine! If you’ve got a game-changing idea, now’s your chance to pitch it at Investor Week. Trust us, this is THE event you don’t want to miss. Why should you apply? 🤔 ✨ Unmatched Exposure: Get your startup in front of top-tier investors and industry leaders. ✨ Expert Feedback: Receive insights and advice that can take your idea to the next level. ✨ Networking Galore: Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, potential partners, and mentors. ✨ Funding Opportunities: Secure the investment you need to turn your vision into reality. In case you haven't heard yet, Investor Week, from September 2-6, is Sydney's premier event for startups and investors. Hosted at iconic venues such as Stone & Chalk, Fishburners, Tank Stream Labs, and Greenhouse, this event offers an unparalleled opportunity to pitch, network, and learn. Don’t let this chance slip away. Apply now and show us what you’ve got! 🚀💡 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g7xpa_VJ (Application Form) If you're not ready to pitch, you're more than welcome to attend our events CHECK OUT OUR EVENTBRITE PAGE : https://lnkd.in/gZQCun-Q #StartupLife #InvestorWeek #PitchPerfect #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #LastCall Leo Denes Pooja Nair Romane Delvallee Celine W. Enora Bouget Reza Khosravi Liliane Ndour Mathilde Marriat Eleonore Zumbiehl