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Do you want to learn from the experts how to build a successful relationship with your Board of Directors? Do you want to hear the real stories of the best and worst board experiences from three Venture Capitalists? Do you want to know what questions to ask before you sign a deal with an investor? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you don’t want to miss this event. Join Blair Knippel as he interviews three VC’s and reveals the secrets of governance practices that have led to company growth and profitable exits. Register now and get ready to take your startup to the next level. So get your FREE tikcet fom : https://lnkd.in/gKQzcnNk... #energy #Estevan #startup #EstevanSK #technology #governance #businessplan #southeastpitch #SouthEastCollege #innovationsaskatchewan #vcpanel #vcpan #vc

New episode out this week! Venture Investment Strategies with Ginger Rothrock of HG Ventures.  In this compelling episode, our host dives into an enriching conversation with Dr. Ginger Rothrock, the Senior Investment Director at HG Ventures. They explore the exhilarating realm of venture capital, the essential role of startups in fostering innovation, and the intriguing blend of science, business, and technology. With insights from Ginger's wealth of experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and scientist, listeners are brought into the fascinating world of environmentally focused ventures, the transformative potential of disruptive technologies, and the enormous impact of sustainability on investment returns. Join us as we delve into undeniably complex topics such as ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), the circular economy, and the tactics to navigate the venture capital landscape. This episode is an absolute must-listen for those eager to grasp the multifaceted nature of contemporary venture capital and entrepreneurship. Thanks to our Sponsors: E-Tank, Ltd. (& E-Pump), Cascade Environmental, LLC, and the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals, Incorporated (TM) #startups #watertech #wastemanagement #environment #ventureinvesting #technology #monitoring #pfas #datamanagement #drinkingwater #materialprocessing #recycling #circulareconomy #transportation #infrastructure #software #venturecapital

Three brilliant minds come together on Thursday for a fireside chat, organized by NV NOM in Groningen. 🚀 Thomas Mensink, CEO and VC at Golden Egg Check, moderates the discussion with LUMO Labs Investment Analyst Meron Mekonnen and Lusanne Tehupuring, CEO and co-founder of Enatom. 🎯 They will talk about the investment process and strategies, from the startup and investor perspectives, including: 📋 Preparing for investments 🤝 Approaching and managing investors 🔍 Navigating negotiations 🤝 Post-investment cooperation #firesidechat #investors #startups #negotiations #goodthingsarecoming Andy Sven Sabine Dagmar Thomas Federico Pim Jorge Henk

In Episode 16, we sit down with adrian fortino to hear about his inspiring journey from mechanical engineering to venture capital. Adrian shares the valuable lessons he's picked up along the way, from his early days in the automotive industry at Ricardo plc, to his entrepreneurial ventures, and finally, his transition into venture capital at Mercury. He dives into the Midwest startup scene, highlights the importance of founder-market fit, and offers practical advice for students and aspiring VCs. Adrian holds a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA degree from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business. He is also a lecturer at the University of Michigan College of Engineering. His class provides students with exposure to new venture development and venture capital. Here are three key takeaways from this talk: (1) Find something that drives intellectual curiosity and passion. This natural interest can lead to a unique set of expertise, making it easier to excel and stay motivated in that field. (2) Having operational experience is crucial for those looking to get into venture capital. Start or join a startup early in your career to gain firsthand experience, which is invaluable when later evaluating and supporting other startups as a venture capitalist. (3) The competitive advantage of Midwest startups - often built by founders who have a deep understanding of the market need or pain point they are addressing. This founder-market fit, coupled with the supportive and engaged nature of Midwest entrepreneurs, makes the region a fertile ground for successful startups. Listen to this episode on: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g4Md9hDx Apple: https://lnkd.in/gCbXm_Zk Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gGNk__SD To learn more about our podcast, subscribe to our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gxXm9Yu4 Thank you, Alumni Association of the University of Michigan, U-M LSA Opportunity Hub, University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship (CFE), University of Michigan Barger Leadership Institute, and Business+Impact at Michigan Ross for supporting our podcast!

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻-𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀? 💻 🌍 SET Partner, Dr. Till Stenzel joined Startup Insider for the German “Startup Spotlight” Podcast to break down this question and peel back the curtain of VC. In the episode, Till discusses not only our latest fund, its emphasis on smart energy solutions and close collaboration with innovative founders but he also shares his personal journey into the VC industry. Explaining how he aims to create sustainable impact through targeted investments. 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 👉 https://lnkd.in/eaRfZdAR #SETVentures #carbonfree #energy #climatetech #vc #startups

New episode this week! Venture Investment Strategies with Ginger Rothrock of HG Ventures.  In this compelling episode, our host dives into an enriching conversation with Dr. Ginger Rothrock, the Senior Investment Director at HG Ventures. They explore the exhilarating realm of venture capital, the essential role of startups in fostering innovation, and the intriguing blend of science, business, and technology. With insights from Ginger's wealth of experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and scientist, listeners are brought into the fascinating world of environmentally focused ventures, the transformative potential of disruptive technologies, and the enormous impact of sustainability on investment returns. Join us as we delve into undeniably complex topics such as ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), the circular economy, and the tactics to navigate the venture capital landscape. This episode is an absolute must-listen for those eager to grasp the multifaceted nature of contemporary venture capital and entrepreneurship. Thanks to our Sponsors: E-Tank, Ltd. (& E-Pump), Cascade Environmental, LLC, and the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals, Incorporated (TM) #startups #watertech #wastemanagement #environment #ventureinvesting #technology #monitoring #pfas #datamanagement #drinkingwater #materialprocessing #recycling #circulareconomy #transportation #infrastructure #software #venturecapital

Both large corporations and startups have much to gain from collaboration. This podcast from McKinsey & Company is one of the best overviews of the key issues I have run across. I have been involved in advising over 50 Fortune 500 corporate venturing initiatives and have seen the good, the bad and the ugly. This week, in a series of posts, I will be exploring some of my own insights and experiences -- these nuisances make the difference between success and failure. But first, here is a great primer on the overall subject of making investments and partnerships in startups pay off. #Markknows #CVC #partnerships #growth #strategy #startups #startup #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurs #founder #founders #innovation #technology #disruption #leadership https://lnkd.in/g7fHzQRj

Truly inspiring series of episodes by Nikhil very informative and indepth. so transparent to see how the big minds in the vc environment thinks. All about the other side of what exactly any founder would think like vc are just an gold mine but actually its the other way #startup #venturecapital #founderjourney #resilience #vision #storytelling https://lnkd.in/gM9TdVad

🚀 Top Early Stage Investors in Climate Tech during Q2'23 👇 During the last quarter, we recorded a total of 340 early-stage deals on our Net0 platform. The illustration below highlights the top 5 investors who were the most active during the time. Interestingly all of the 5 are US-based, namely Energy Impact Partners, MCJ Collective, Congruent Ventures, Fifth Wall, and Breakthrough Energy . These insights come from our latest report, "The State of Climate Tech Q2'23." To get more granular insights like this, check out the complete report, here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dg-2f79A #climatetech #funding #startups #earlystageinvesting #marketintelligence