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ENTREPRENEUR WISDOM   The most reasonable plan is planning on your plan not going according to plan.   Venture With Vision   Steven James “SJ” Maranville, Ph.D. is chairman of Maranville Enterprises—a tiny titan catalyzing unicorn-bound ventures that it scouts, skills, and scales. A Strategic Advisor and Board Director, SJ is the Guide by the Entrepreneur’s Side. He uses his extensive expertise in business strategy to lead visionary entrepreneurs through the chaotic complexities of starting and scaling their high-growth ventures. These ventures are distinguished by the Intelligence Advantage. By partnering with Maranville Enterprises, entrepreneurs accelerate fledgling start-ups into gazelle scale-ups and escalate those gazelles into shake-up unicorn ventures that learn, adapt, and dominate.    Let's keep the conversation going! Share and discuss in the comments!  Let's spread the message! Share this with your network.   #Entrepreneur #Startups #StartupDevelopment #StartupVentures #BoardDevelopment

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One month left to apply!!!! Apply to NETI's Climate Tech Bootcamp Cohort 3.0, a pre-accelerator program powered by Riffle Ventures, Climate Tech Bootcamp, OHUB and Greater New Orleans, Inc. – GNO, Inc. part of H2TheFuture, a Build Back Better Regional Challenge of The Economic Development Administration. This bootcamp is a 10-week pre-accelerator program for climate tech and new energy entrepreneurs in the United States that have an interest in building in or expanding to South Louisiana. ‍ Five (5) founders from the program will pitch for a $100,000 (US) investment on the terms of their current round. Application is in the comments and here's a quick overview as well: - 📆 When: September 3 - October 31, 2024 - ⏰ Deadline to Apply: August 27, 2024 - 💻 Location: Virtual - 🆓 Cost: Free. The $5,000 per person fee is waived thanks to GNO, Inc. and The Economic Development Administration's Build Back Better Regional Challenge. - 💰 Funding: Up to $100,000 US (equity investment) in current round to the top startup selected at the end of the cohort. - 🈺 Cohort Size: 25-30 entrepreneurs - 🌍 Cohort Geography: United States - 📈 Stage: We welcome applicants from multiple stages, though having a minimum viable product is ideal.

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Regular #partnership check-ins are essential to make sure that, like any relationship, both sides are getting what they need. #strategy #commercialexcellence https://ow.ly/QFgv50QKBGP

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ENTREPRENEUR WISDOM   "A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." Winston Churchill Venture With Vision 😎   Steven James “SJ” Maranville, Ph.D. is chairman of Maranville Enterprises—a tiny titan catalyzing unicorn-bound ventures that it scouts, skills, and scales. A Strategic Advisor and Board Director, SJ is the Guide by the Entrepreneur’s Side. He uses his extensive expertise in business strategy to lead visionary entrepreneurs through the chaotic complexities of starting and scaling their high-growth ventures. These ventures are distinguished by the Intelligence Advantage. By partnering with Maranville Enterprises, entrepreneurs accelerate fledgling start-ups into gazelle scale-ups and escalate those gazelles into shake-up unicorn ventures that learn, adapt, and dominate.   ✔️ Let's keep the conversation going! Share and discuss in the comments! ✔️ Let's spread the message! Share this with your network.   #Entrepreneur #Startups #StartupDevelopment #StartupVentures #BoardDevelopment

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it's time for another "let's build a cooperative" installment! this week we're learning how to conduct a feasibility study. "A feasibility study is vital for every business, cooperatives included. Does our plan from Step 3 make sense to everyone? Does everyone agree that this is the way forward? Most important for our new cooperative’s purpose: are we willing to put our own money into this?" #buildingacoop #CCCD #coop #consulting #cooperatives #dieterloibner #feasibilitystudy #porttownsendshipwrightscooperative #risk #SaskatchewanCooperativeAssociation #SaskatchewanFirstNationsEconomicDevelopmentNetwork #startthefuture

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The Activity level of #VentureCapital in the Southeast Find it EVERY Friday here on Hypepotamus #Entrepreneur #Startup #Investor

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In this captivating episode of Construct Your Life Podcast, we sit down with Collin Trimble, a former petrochemical industry employee who took a bold step into entrepreneurship by acquiring a security company. Dive into an enlightening conversation that spans across topics of trust, business growth, family life, and leadership in the context of small business ownership. Listen as Collin shares his remarkable transition from a corporate job to becoming a CEO in the security industry, providing valuable insights and lessons learned along the way. Collin's career shift was based on trust and a desire for autonomy, serving as inspiration for those contemplating a significant change. He discusses the challenge of juggling family and business responsibilities, highlighting the importance of trust in the alarm industry. Collin stresses the significance of adapting to customer needs and the excitement of tackling larger projects. He shares how team confidence can help navigate uncertain times. Collin's sales background facilitated a seamless transition, emphasizing the value of responsiveness and swift proposal delivery in boosting close rates. Acknowledging the complexities of managing operations and service departments, Collin stresses the importance of clear expectations and consistent communication for effective employee management. Recognizing varying levels of work passion among employees can lead to better management and workplace harmony. 👉 Stop playing small, book a call! Link in bio 👉 For more information visit austinlinney.com 👉 The @constructyourlifepodcast is available on ALL platforms This episode is proudly sponsored by Leadhub: Your Growth Partner For The Trades. Visit https://www.leadhub.net to discover how Leadhub can amplify your business growth and success today! #MINDSETPODCAST #BUSINESSPODCAST #REALESTATEPODCAST Powered by www.podcastproducer.com

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Why Do I Need to Be in Birmingham for the Prosper Health Tech Accelerator? We get this question a lot. And Sometimes, it's accompanied w/ expletives. I understand—it's a significant commitment, and it may seem inequitable. Participating in our program requires founders to have a lot of free time and a strong support network, this is especially true for caregivers. Our in-person model can indeed be a barrier for some. This is a reality we address through our funding, curated housing options, and by fostering a community for you while you're here. But here's another fact: it works. For those who choose to immerse themselves in #PHTA for 82 days, it can be a game-changer. Healthcare is a legacy, high-trust industry. Building trust in this field can't be done from behind a laptop. Success in healthcare moves at the speed of relationships. #today join us during your lunch hour @ 11am. Our PM Amanda Williams will share what it's like building on-sight Birmingham and the benefits our founders have experience. https://lnkd.in/eXHfnQiS

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Volunteers needed to write out postcards for #climateactionvoting. Citizens Climate Lobby (cclusa.org) needs to send 40,000 postcards for Texas on October 15! CCL is a nonpartisan group that is united in cause - to elect officials that will make key climate policy decisions. So if you are looking for a way to support climate, look up your local chapter and sign up. There are many ways to take action and meet people who are willing to do the work. #volunteering #climatechange #voteforclimate

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Wilmington North Carolina USA is #1 Startup Ecosystem in the WORLD for small cities under 300,000 people #2 in North Carolina behind an ecosystem that is 40 years old #22 in the USA no matter what size population #61 in the WORLD and the fastest climb up the rankings by moving up 32 spots  in StartupBlink #WilmingtonNC #startup #entrepreneur #investor #NorthCarolina

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#Leadership requires constant self-assessment of your intent and actions to ensure you get results. Autopilot does not win! At Energy Capital Ventures, every decision we make is continually measured against our #greenmolecules thesis and industry advocacy. It's the only way to make it count! #energy #innovation #naturalgas

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Good and alternative state of Venture capital. I lean more toward Bryce and Indie.vc's view. This is the future. The other end of factory farm industrial VC. https://lnkd.in/g2DzZzTu

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**PODCAST SHOW INTERVIEW WITH BESTSELLING AUTHOR IS NOW ON YOUTUBE: 6-23-2024. Startup/Marketing expert and Bestselling Author Dr. D. Anthony Miles was a guest on “From Startup To Wunder Brand Show” with host Nicholas Kuhne. He was on the show to discuss his bestselling book, “How To Get Away With Murder in Marketing: Forensic Marketing.” In this interview Dr. Miles discusses the basis for his book, forensic marketing. He discusses impetus for his book he discusses: • Five types of marketing evidence categories; 
• Different types of forensic marketing investigations; 
• Four types of forensic investigation of marketing financial statements; 
• Ways to conduct an audit and minimize blind spots in an investigation. Dr. Miles talked about becoming a forensic marketing expert and the tools needed to become one. He also discussed his 13 years of experience in the retailing industry and how it was an inspiration to write this book. Dont miss this interview! Link:

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ENTREPRENEUR WISDOM   There’s no time like the present to plan for the future.   Venture With Vision 😎   Steven James “SJ” Maranville, Ph.D. is chairman of Maranville Enterprises—a tiny titan catalyzing unicorn-bound ventures that it scouts, skills, and scales. A Strategic Advisor and Board Director, SJ is the Guide by the Entrepreneur’s Side. He uses his extensive expertise in business strategy to lead visionary entrepreneurs through the chaotic complexities of starting and scaling their high-growth ventures. These ventures are distinguished by the Intelligence Advantage. By partnering with Maranville Enterprises, entrepreneurs accelerate fledgling start-ups into gazelle scale-ups and escalate those gazelles into shake-up unicorn ventures that learn, adapt, and dominate.   ✔️ Let's keep the conversation going! Share and discuss in the comments! ✔️ Let's spread the message! Share this with your network.   #Entrepreneur #Startups #StartupDevelopment #StartupVentures #BoardDevelopment

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I like what these guys are doing - building the "Tesla of boats" by merging silent electric motors with beautiful Scandinavian design. Here's their story. Can't wait to see these on the water here in the SF Bay! Thanks René Hansen #startups #raisingcapital #entrepreneurship #angelinvestors

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True partnerships are transformative catalysts for change. They transcend mere funding, embracing deep listening, dynamic collaboration, and vibrant community-building. Recent experiences at the MARGULF FOUNDATION Grantee Convening, Culture Shifting Summit, EdLoC, and Google Impact Summit have reignited my passion for reimagining how funders can evolve to genuinely empower social impact leaders. In my latest Camelback Ventures blog, I dive into the heart of this crucial conversation: ➡️ How can we build partnerships that fuel innovation? ➡️ What does holistic support for entrepreneurs of color and women really look like? ➡️ How might we create an ecosystem where visionary ideas thrive? Join me in exploring how we can reshape the landscape of social impact. Together, we can craft a future where diverse voices lead the charge in solving our most pressing challenges. Read the full article and let's continue this vital dialogue. How are you reimagining partnerships in your work? 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eW7UrGXu #SocialImpact #EquitablePartnerships #InnovationInFunding #DiversityInEntrepreneurship #SystemicChange

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These are great insights from Flagstaff Ventures! With consumer behavior shifting so rapidly, it’s exciting (and essential) to anticipate where trends are heading. My prediction? Companies that successfully integrate AI-driven personalization with ethical transparency will dominate in consumer loyalty. I can't wait to see how brands like lululemon and AG1 keep adapting in this space – they’ve already set the bar high. Here’s to more bold moves in the coming year!

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Google's $10M carbon removal deal with Holocene is turning heads. At $100/ton, it's setting a new benchmark for direct air capture technology. But can this Tennessee startup deliver 100,000 tons of CO2 removal by 2030? #CarbonRemoval #CleanTech #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Innovation What's your take on the future of carbon capture technology?

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