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Interview With Adrian Senar, CEO and Co-Founder of Kreios Space

Welcome to another edition of Founders Spotlight! Today, we are featuring Adrián Senar, the CEO and co-founder of Kreios Space, a company dedicated to developing innovative electric propulsion technologies for satellites. Kreios Space aims to revolutionize the satellite industry by enabling the VLEO era. The company seeks to unlock new possibilities in Earth observation, telecommunications, … Continued

Top Women-led Healthcare Startups in 2024 Q2

Despite women accounting for 80% of the $3.6 trillion in healthcare spending, they are underrepresented in leadership positions within the industry. Only around 13% of chief executive officers in the healthcare sector are female. However, the landscape is changing. Women-led healthcare startups are making a significant impact. A staggering statistic from 2023 underscores this shift: … Continued

Reddit IPO 2024: Everything you need to know

Reddit is a dynamic platform founded in 2005, where users can explore a multitude of topics through community-driven discussions, making it a unique entity in the landscape of social media. As of October 2023, Reddit ranks as the 18th most visited website globally, with the vast majority of traffic coming from the US. Reddit has … Continued

How to calculate FMV for a gift of stock?

What comes to your mind when you think of gifting? Expensive accessories, fancy vacations, or even donations? Stocks, which may increase in value over time, are a better long-term gift than something that will eventually wear out.  Furthermore, you can skip paying capital gains tax on the value increase through gifting instead of selling the … Continued

Interview With Hazim Mohamad Co-Founder and CEO of Coffespace

In this edition of the Founder interview, we introduce Hazim Mohamad, Co-Founder and CEO of Coffeespace, a platform that connects individuals looking for cofounders or partners for startup ventures. Coffeespace has been experiencing growth through strategic partnerships and platform availability. Hazim aims to facilitate meaningful connections among aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of finding compatible … Continued

How to Value a Patent in Australia?

The “Raising the Bar” Act of 2012 holds significant relevance in the realm of patent valuation in Australia. This law introduces major changes and reduces the likelihood of Australian patents being broader in scope compared to international equivalents. The statistics show that Australia is experiencing a major surge in patent filings, which reached record levels … Continued

Interview With Patrick Rafferty, CEO and Co-Founder of UserHub

In this edition of Founder Spotlight, we introduce Patrick Rafferty, the CEO and Co-founder of UserHub. UserHub is a user-based billing platform designed to streamline the account lifecycle for B2B SaaS companies. Rafferty envisions UserHub as a vital tool for SaaS companies looking to enhance their monetization strategies. Join Patrick Rafferty to learn more about … Continued

Investor, Author, Podcast Host and TEDx Speaker Marcia Dawood on “Doing Good” Through Philanthropic Investments

In this edition of the Female Founder & Investor Interview Series, we feature Marcia Darwood. Marcia is a renowned early-stage investor and influential leader in the investment community. She serves on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee and is a venture partner with Mindshift Capital, as well as a member … Continued

Tesla: Top Shareholders and Capital Structure

When it comes to sustainable automotive engineering, Tesla is the most well-known brand. It is also the first manufacturer of luxury electric cars that targets the mass market and offers affordable prices. Beyond vehicles, Tesla’s offerings extend to solar energy solutions and energy storage systems, ensuring an integrated approach to renewable energy.  With sales outlets … Continued

Top Women Angel Investors (2024)

Angel investors are crucial in supporting novel ideas that can significantly improve our quality of life or the ease of business. However, a lack of female representation in angel investing has left women underserved.  For instance, even safety equipment like helmets are dangerously ill-fitting for women. Due to the need for more women researchers and … Continued

Interview With Sam Moss, Co-Founder of Stocked

Imagine a meal delivery service that offers delicious saucy meals in convenient frozen “Blocks”! These pre-portioned meals can be quickly heated and served in multiple ways, making mealtime a breeze. How incredible is that? That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce Sam Moss, Co-Founder of Stocked, in Eqvista’s latest Founder Spotlight. Join us to discover more … Continued

Pros and Cons of High Valuation for Startups

The unspoken ambition of any startup is to secure a high valuation. While achieving a high valuation is often seen as a mark of success, it can also open up a can of worms. This blog will explore the pros and cons of high valuation for startups. We will see how high valuations can make … Continued

List of top funded startups in the US (2024)

The choice of funding source depends on factors like the startup’s stage,industry, growth potential and the founders preferences regarding equity and control. It’s common for the startup’s in the US to combine multiple funding sources as they progress through different growth stages. The US government provides significant funding opportunities for startups and small businesses through … Continued

Interview With Alexander Grimm, Co-Founder and MD of Aquaty

Welcome to this edition of Founders Spotlight interview with Alexander Grimm, Co-Founder and MD of AQUATY, an innovative fintech platform that digitizes and democratizes access to venture capital and private market investments for a broader audience of investors and founders. Ready to dive into the thrilling and inspiring story behind AQUATY?  What inspired you to … Continued

Panel Discussion: How to Raise Money: Strategic and Tactical Trends

Nixon Peabody LLP’s Emerging Companies and Venture Capital team is hosting an exclusive event in San Francisco on September 4th to discuss the evolving landscape of capital raising. Lior Zorea, Partner and Leader of Nixon Peabody’s West Coast Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Practice will moderate this exciting panel. Tomas Milar, Founder and CEO of … Continued

Portfolio Valuation Trends in 2024

Learning from the past, investors in 2024 are more conscious of the risks in private equity. The attitude has changed from being excessively optimistic to being vigilant. There is a call for transparency and consistency in portfolio valuations. As new technologies emerge, investors have recognized the need for advanced valuation methodologies. Join us as we … Continued

How Patent Valuation Secured Funding for Innovative Startups?

Investors are always looking for innovative startups that could disrupt their respective industry segments. Such startups can potentially capture a significant portion of value creation in a particular industry. However, more often than not, innovative startups will not have financial performance or market-tested solutions to bolster their claims. Instead, they would rely on their patent … Continued

Interview With Charisse Pasche, Co-Founder and COO at Dapper Boi

Welcome to this edition of Founder Spotlight, where we introduce Charisse Pasche, a prominent entrepreneur known for co-founding Dapper Boi, an innovative clothing line focused on all-gender and body-inclusive apparel. In 2015, Charisse Pasche and her wife, Vicky Pasche, co-founded the brand to address the lack of stylish, inclusive clothing options for diverse body types … Continued

How will 2024 change valuation?

In 2024, the business valuation landscape will go through some significant changes. Since representatives for almost half the world will be elected in 2024, substantial changes to government policies are on the cards. At the same time, we can expect some key regulations regarding ESOPs to be established. The rise of transformative businesses with never-seen-before … Continued

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