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Beyond the Hype: How Biotech Startups Manage Risk for Real-World Drug Development
How biotech startups are overcoming challenges and achieving breakthroughs with savvy strategies, partnerships, and risk management. September 24 • Growth
Justin Kozak
EVP; Life Sciences Practice Lead
Navigating Biotech Venture Capital: Trends and Insights for Founders
In a challenging funding environment, securing biotech venture capital requires more than great science. Learn how to align your pitch with top VC firms, build a resilient team, and manage risks to attract the right partners and propel your clinical-stage company forward.
Beyond the Hype: A Comprehensive Guide to Startup Valuation
Master startup valuation beyond the bubble. Learn why risk management, insurance, and sustainable growth are now key for a successful, resilient business.
Unlocking Startup Value: The Post-Money Valuation Formula Explained
Learn the crucial post-money valuation formula and why it’s a key metric for startups. Understand its impact on founder equity and investor returns, and how to avoid common pitfalls.
Digital Health Funding: A Guide to Risk Management for Every Startup
Securing digital health funding demands robust risk management. Learn how to navigate unique sector challenges, from data privacy to regulatory compliance, and attract investors.
How to Hire Executives: A Startup Founder’s Guide
Learn how to hire executives for your startup. This guide covers critical steps for building a strong leadership team, mitigating risks, and ensuring long-term success.
Beyond the Org Chart: Rethinking Startup Team Structure
Explore how different startup team structure models impact decision-making, communication, and adaptability, moving beyond the traditional hierarchy for better outcomes.
The Fintech Founder’s Guide to Venture Capital
Fintech venture capital funding is complex. Learn about VC, alternatives, and how to prepare your fintech startup for success in securing investment.
Live Social Shopping: The Future of E-Commerce?
Live social shopping is transforming how brands connect with customers. Learn how this interactive approach drives e-commerce sales, builds community, and provides valuable customer insights.
Cleantech Venture Capital: A Growing Trend
Cleantech venture capital is on the rise due to increasing climate concerns. Investors are backing innovative solutions like renewable energy, electric vehicles, and carbon capture. However, the sector faces challenges such as strict regulations and market volatility. Learn how to get your cleantech investor-ready.
How to Switch PEOs: A Comprehensive Guide for a Seamless Transition
Considering switching PEOs? This comprehensive guide walks you through the process of how to switch PEOs for a smooth transition, minimizing disruption for your business.
Navigating Partnerships: Understanding the Founder vs. Co-Founder Dynamics in Startups
Unsure about founder vs co-founder? This guide explores the differences, highlights successful team dynamics (think Airbnb & Snapchat!), and offers crucial legal & financial tips to navigate your startup journey.
Developing a Telehealth Risk Management Plan: From Creation to Implementation
Telehealth booming? Learn how to navigate the evolving risk landscape with a strong telehealth risk management plan. Founders and leaders, this blog post is for you!
Drought-Proof Your Startup: Scaling Strategies When Investors Say No
Investors hit pause? No sweat! Learn how to boost your startup with scaling strategies and drought-proof your business for long-term success. We even provide info on 35+ grants you might want to consider.
Top 5 Reasons Why Investors Reject Pitch Decks
Getting turned down is a rotten feeling, especially when you believe your presentation was spot-on. So, let’s unravel what happened. We have the inside scoop on why investors reject pitch decks.
Top 25 Venture Capital Firms Investing in Late-Stage Companies
More companies have delayed their IPOs than in years past; however, many firms are still enthusiastic about investing in late-stage companies — Check out our list of hopefuls.
Unraveling the Knots: Understanding D&O Insurance Tail Coverage
D&O insurance tail coverage is a critical safety net for directors and officers (D&Os), protecting them from lawsuits arising from pre-policy conduct. Are you covered?
Tech IPOs in 2023: A Year of Reckoning or a Year of Opportunity?
Tech IPOs have been quiet the past few years, but that might be about to change. Let’s review some notable market action signifying that new waves of IPOs are just around the corner.
Top 25 US Fintech Companies Crushing It in 2023
With the fintech industry currently worth $4 trillion, let’s see who’s doing what. Here’s a list of the top fintech companies in the US making a huge impact in our everyday lives.
Exploring Untapped Potential: 37 Grants for Women in Tech Startups
Women in tech startups are blazing trails, and we have a few ideas regarding sourcing capital. Here are grants designed for women in mind — do any fit what you need?
Safeguarding Your Startup Dream: A Comprehensive Guide to Crowdfunding Insurance
Startups often source capital from backers via an online platform, like Kickstarter or Indiegogo, depending on crowdfunding insurance for protection. Here’s a guide to this savvy strategy.
Navigating Investor Relationships: Tips for Long-Term Seed Fundraising Success
Nurturing a relationship with a seed fundraising investor isn’t as intimidating as it sounds. After years of working with startups, we’ve picked up on some tips to make this venture successful.