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In 2020, EntryPoint had great conversations with 40+ thought leaders across the country on The Cackle and we all want more! So in 2021, we are continuing the conversation with those guests to dig a little deeper into topics that matter. Like growing your network of amazing Michigan investors. Keep Cackling with Reilly Brennan from…
The Cackle Ep59: Elizabeth Edwards, Founder & Managing Partner, H Venture Partners joins The Cackle to discuss investing in fundamental human needs. **Watch Wednesday, May 19th on Facebook Live, Twitter, or LinkedIn at 10:30 am EST** Elizabeth is a founder and General Partner of H Venture Partners. Over the past 15 years, she’s invested in over 30 companies…
The Cackle Ep58: Ben Bernstein, Principal, Invest Detroit Ventures joins The Cackle to discuss a fresh approach to venture capital. **Watch Wednesday, May 12th on Facebook Live, Twitter, or LinkedIn at 10:30 am EST** Ben Bernstein is a Principal at Invest Detroit Ventures where he develops relationships with entrepreneurs across Michigan, helping to coach and develop startup…
How does the consumer confidence of venture capitalists compare to consumer sentiment nationally? Here we present an analysis of data collected in 2021 regarding the investor confidence and behavior in terms of key performance indicators, including investing, portfolio management, limited partner management, fundraising, and returns. These findings provide an understanding of these venture capitalists’ perspectives in terms of both present economic conditions, as well as their forecast for the economic conditions of the future.
In 2020, EntryPoint had great conversations with 40+ thought leaders across the country on The Cackle and we all want more! So in 2021, we are continuing the conversation with those guests to dig a little deeper into topics that matter. Like the impact of COVID on startup talent. Keep Cackling with Patti Glaza from…
EntryPoint Weekly Interview series. The Cackle, Episode #50: Trends in Entrepreneurship from a Top Venture Capitalist
Founding and funding a startup presents a unique set of challenges for women, ranging from the lack of representation to the importance of networking. The program How to Fund Your Woman-Owned Startup, hosted by Crain’s Detroit Business and sponsored by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), asked a panel of women founders to share the…
While the number of businesses owned by people of color in Michigan has increased over the last six years, large disparities in resources and representation still exist and the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated many of these obstacles. Systemic inequalities that affect minority-owned businesses cause operational challenges that are evident across all aspects of the small…