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Judy Abad, Partner at Abad Capital, shares her insights on what she looks for in founders.

Join my for a webinar next week on how you can scale SEO in the AI age :) This session will be rigorously focused on practical tips, frameworks, and playbooks for cracking organic search in 2024.

Ready to step up to the plate? ‘Batter Up!’ is here to shake up the Seattle startup scene! Join us in Seattle on September 26th for a pitch event where 100+ founders and Angel Squad members will connect over some delicious pizza, hear some in-person pitches, and get direct feedback from a panel of seasoned angel investors, culminating with the best pitch of the night receiving a Dunky. Whether you're fine-tuning your pitch or just looking to learn and network, ‘Batter Up!’ will be the place to be. Spaces are limited, so don't miss out! Secure your spot now - and if you’d like to pitch, have your deck ready to go. Let's see some homeruns in Seattle together and make Sept 26 a night to remember! RSVP here: https://lu.ma/03pj8tl0

In 7 years of being a VC, Eric has never had a founder ask him about how he is compensated, or about operational aspects of Hustle Fund such as where the current fund is in its fund cycle, despite these questions being key to understanding how it is to work with him, or any other VC. On this episode of Uncapped Notes, Eric Bahn and Janel Spilker dive deep into the 3 critical questions that they never hear founders ask VCs, why these questions are so important to founders, and why they’re likely so rarely asked. 👉 Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/gQE5bgeR 👈

Introducing Cerebral Beach Hacks, where ambition meets adrenaline. We are kicking off LA Tech Week with LA’s largest in-person Gen AI hackathon, where you’ll have 24 hours to transform an idea into a startup-worthy proof of concept. With over $100k in prizes up for grabs and the chance to go skydiving with one of the world’s most elite aerial teams, the stakes have never been higher! We’ve got almost every LA investor on board and sponsors like Kindo AI, Twelve Labs, Dell, NVIDIA, Google, and Vast AI to make this the most impactful and possibly a Guinness World Record for in-person Gen AI Hackathons. You won't want to miss this. Apply today at https://lnkd.in/gcqCPh_6. #AILA #CerebralBeach #CerebralBeachHacks #Hackathon #AIHackathon

Check out the latest episode of Second Opinion! In this week’s edition, by popular demand, Deck Doctors are back to judge pitch decks by their cover slides. In this latest edition, they're diving into three startups— AI eldercare startup 60 Plus Glo, fintech company Colibri, and language fluency platform JustEnglish.lk. Learn how to: 🚀 Leverage imagery to connect with your audience 🚀 Use logos and colors to project confidence 🚀 Craft headline language that grabs investors' attention Who will stand out the most, and why? Watch the full video now: https://lnkd.in/ggYgTfv4

I'm super excited to be interviewing Gillian Tee, founder and CEO of Homage, at Camp Hustle Asia! I've known Gillian for a long time and even backed her prior company. In our fireside chat at Camp Hustle Asia, we'll talk about the eldercare sector, revealing insights that challenge common misconceptions. We'll talk about trends in eldercare -- secondary effects even -- beyond medical investment opportunities. In fact, by 2050, there will be more individuals aged 65 and above than children globally, presenting a unique market opportunity. We'll also talk about her journey as a leader. Gillian notes how the pandemic has transformed her approach. (Homage is profitable FWIW!) We'll talk about effective boards / board management and cost management strategies. Gillian will delve deeper into the role of a constructive board in shaping venture-backed businesses and key lessons throughout her startup journey. We'll discuss emerging opportunities in Southeast Asia and the differences between startups in this region and the U.S. Join Gillian and me at Camp Hustle Asia from September 15-17! Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/g_nkdkjf

If you’re looking to supercharge your SEO strategies and future-proof your go-to-market approach, this is a session you won’t want to miss. Join us on September 3 at 10am PT as we dive deep into: 🔍 Current SEO Trends: Stay ahead of the curve with insights into the ever-changing landscape. 📈 Proven Frameworks: Get the tools and mental models that have fueled success for companies like Notion, Twingate, and Tome. 🎯 Actionable Playbooks: Walk away with strategies you can implement immediately to boost your traffic and visibility. Register here: https://lu.ma/7k7tjh5h Can’t make it live? No worries—register anyway, and we’ll send you the recording. Let’s grow together! 🚀

Founders: Come to our FREE virtual event tomorrow about how you can integrate A.I. into your startup. RSVP👇

A massive shoutout to all the incredible LA Founders and squad members who made Batter Up an unforgettable evening! Your passion, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit truly made the event one to remember! The event buzzed with excitement as founders pitched their ideas, engaged in thought-provoking discussions and got real time feedback. And a huge thank you to our friends at Mercury and our amazing host BLANKSPACES Coworking for making this possible!