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Interview with Maurice Bachelor, Founder and CEO of BOT-IT

We recently conducted a Founder spotlight interview with Maurice Bachelor, the Founder and CEO of BOT-IT. During the interview, Maurice discussed the challenges faced by his company and highlighted the opportunities in automation platforms for both consumers and businesses. He emphasized how BOT-IT allows users to create custom online bots easily without any prior coding … Continued

Top Investments by Sequoia Capital 2023

Founded in 2001 and based in Menlo Park, California, Sequoia Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in private firms in their respective technological areas’ seed, early, and growth stages. The year was full of fluctuations, but Sequoia, known for its smart investment decisions, remained busy. There is nothing ordinary about these projects; they … Continued

Interview with De’Ja Burson, Account Executive at Eqvista

In this edition of our Employee Spotlight, we are excited to feature De’Ja Burson, our Account Executive. De’Ja’s robust background in Customer Service has helped Eqvista for Onboarding New Clients. Greetings, De’ja! It is a pleasure to have you participate in this employee spotlight series. We would like to get to know you better and … Continued

Top Investments by Accel 2023

The goal of each investor should be to maximize their portfolio’s profit potential while minimizing risk. Venture capital investments are one option for doing this. Accel is among the most prestigious venture capital firms. Accel invests in innovative companies with massive growth potential that might become market leaders and household names.  Despite being in its … Continued

Interview with Kaushik Banerjee, Co-Founder and CEO of Flutrr

In this client spotlight, we interviewed Kaushik Banerjee, the founder and CEO of Flutrr, India’s first multilingual dating app. Kaushik walks us through the challenges and growth of Flutrr in past years. His insights into the recent initiatives are truly inspiring. Welcome, Kaushik Banerjee! To start, could you provide an overview of Flutrr and its … Continued

Anti-Dilution Adjustment: How to Protect Your Investment from Dilution

The impact of issuing more shares of stock on each shareholder’s proportion of ownership is said to be “dilutive” when more shares are issued. To put it another way, the number of shareholders has increased, meaning that each individual now has a smaller share of the pie. When new stock is issued, existing shareholders may … Continued

Top Investments by Andreessen Horowitz 2023

Who makes up Andreessen Horowitz’s list of the most highly valued startups in its investment portfolio? As 2023 draws close, investors and businesspeople may find themselves thinking about this. The venture capital company Andreessen Horowitz, better known as a16z, supports risk-taking entrepreneurs in creating the technological companies of tomorrow. It might be challenging to stay … Continued

Founder Spotlight: Interview with Tom Ogrodzki, Founder and CEO of REDD

We are always eager to learn about the success of new businesses in their industry. In this series of founder spotlights, we would like to introduce you to Tom Ogrodzki, the CEO and founder of REDD. REDD is one of the world’s most powerful real estate platforms, with a mission to enhance the entire workflow … Continued

Top Funded Startups in November 2023

As the year comes to an end, it is important to recognize the financial successes and ground-breaking accomplishments made possible by modern businessmen and their innovative ventures. With innovative technology and revolutionary business strategies, these firms demonstrate the resilience and inventiveness shaping business. In this article, we analyze the world of entrepreneurship and reveal the … Continued

Save As You Earn (SAYE): Employee Advantages

Among the many complex employee benefit options, one stands out, which protects workers’ financial prospects and has the government’s support in tax credits for those who participate. Save As You Earn (SAYE) program, introduced in 1980, is a tax-advantaged savings-related equity initiative. This HMRC-approved scheme proves that the government is serious about giving its workers … Continued

How to Value Pre-Seed Startups?

With the recent funding trends, pre-seed startups are gaining attention. Pre-seed startups are new businesses in the very early stages of development and looking to raise capital. Valuing pre-seed startups refers to the process of determining the economic worth of a startup. Now, you might wonder how to value a pre-seed startup, why we should … Continued

What do you need to know about our Compliance Service? (FAQs)

Intending to streamline and augment your equity management experience, Eqvista provides a suite of state-of-the-art services. We have designed our specialized platform to address the specific requirements of companies navigating the intricate subject of equity compensation. Whether you’re a startup looking to implement ASC 718-compliant stock option plans, fulfill Form 3921 reporting requirements, optimize tax … Continued

Equity Management in Times of Economic Uncertainty: Navigating the Challenges

When the economy is unstable, it is especially important for businesses to carefully manage their equity resources so that they may continue to thrive. Although downturns are usually shorter, they may nonetheless harm investors significantly. These economic cycles can also bring about prosperous times.  Since 1937, drawdowns linked with recessions have caused the S&P 500 … Continued

How to Manage Down Rounds Like a Pro?

In the unpredictable business world, knowing how to handle down rounds can make a big difference. It’s commendable that some companies not only survive tough times but actually become stronger. A downround is when a company’s value goes down during a funding round. It’s a tough situation, but if you know how to manage down … Continued

Founder Spotlight: Interview with Sergio Gonzalez, Co-Founder of Piper

Welcome to our Founder Spotlight Series edition; in this edition, we have a founder story who is shaping the future of sales with power-driven AI techniques. Thanks for joining us! Take a look at our latest interview with Sergio Gonzalez, the co-founder of Piper. Hello Sergio, great to have you on our Founder Spotlight series. Firstly, … Continued

Rise of the SaaS Marketplace: What It Is and Why It Matters?

The concept of “Software as a Service” (SaaS) dates back to the floppy drives and Windows 98 era. However, in the last 30 years, SaaS has expanded exceptionally. SaaS has to reinvent itself by merging its marketplace capabilities, and businesses need to use SaaS-enabled markets (SEMs) for growth, client acquisition, and competitive advantage. According to … Continued

Top Funded Startups in October 2023 (Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A and Angel Invested)

Startup capital is crucial for businesses at every point of their development. The subsequent allocation of these funds depends upon the development stage of each company’s business plan and its unique circumstances.  Top Pre-Seed Funded Startups in October 2023 When a business is pre-seed, it works hard to prove its concepts and get early investment. … Continued

Mobile App Valuation: How to Value an App in 2024?

The mobile app industry has witnessed significant growth in recent years, with businesses of all sizes investing in development to expand their reach and increase their ROI. Mobile app valuation is a crucial step for owners to assess the performance and potential of their applications. Mobile App Valuation  Valuing your mobile app is important when … Continued

Beyond Salaries: Crafting the Perfect Compensation Plan for Your Team

Attracting and maintaining top personnel is an ongoing issue for firms to maintain a competitive edge in today’s business world. Businesses must use an integrated approach consistent with their corporate culture, beliefs, and goals to establish a comprehensive pay plan that attracts their team members.  This article provides insight into designing the perfect compensation plan, … Continued

Interview with Shilki Eesha: Head of Operations and Compliance at Cheqly

Welcome to the Employee Spotlight Series. In this edition, we’ve Shilki Eesha, the Head of Operations and Compliance at Cheqly, a cutting-edge neobank dedicated to empowering startups and SMEs. As an integral part of the Cheqly team, Shilki has played a pivotal role in redefining how businesses handle their banking and finances, with a strong … Continued

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