One Scary Shopping Experience Inspired a $5 Million Business

One Scary Shopping Experience Inspired a  Million Business

Across the globe, a new wave of leadership is emerging — 49% percent of startups are founded by bold and resilient women driven to make a significant impact on the world. On this episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, our board of investors hears pitches from women founders representing three innovative companies in industries ranging from … Read more

You Can Make or Break Your Startup in 60 Seconds — Here’s How to Make Each One Count

You Can Make or Break Your Startup in 60 Seconds — Here’s How to Make Each One Count

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. One minute. That’s it. One minute — or even shorter — is about all the time you have to convince venture capitalists like myself that your startup and idea are worth hearing more about. No pressure. Unfortunately, in the non-stop, always-on-the-move investment world, that’s about as much … Read more

7 Mistakes That Sabotage Your Startup Fundraising (And What To Do Instead)

7 Mistakes That Sabotage Your Startup Fundraising (And What To Do Instead)

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. With U.S. venture capital fundraising at a 6-year low, raising investor capital for your startup has become more challenging than ever. Potential investors are tightening their budgets and adopting a “wait and see” approach before putting their capital at risk. Yet, some of the best startups — … Read more

These 4 Insider Tips Are the Key to Securing Loyal Investors

These 4 Insider Tips Are the Key to Securing Loyal Investors

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. A solid network of investors is indispensable for any entrepreneur. These connections can open doors and write checks for you when you need them the most. If you get it right, investors might even continue to back you far beyond your current venture. However, mastering investor relations … Read more