Ron Flavin

Growth and funding strategies

startup funding

MassChallenge Startup Accelerator: A Profile

by

MassChallenge Startup Accelerator Back in 2010, John Harthorne and Akhil Nigam launched the MassChallenge startup accelerator with the singular purpose of making it as easy as possible for entrepreneurs to launch and grow new startup … [Read more...] about MassChallenge Startup Accelerator: A Profile

Business Grants for Veterans Can Grow Entrepreneurship

by

This post will explore business grants for Veterans to help them start and grow new enterprises. According to the research estimates, there are more than 20 million veterans living in the United States. When returning to civilian life, some … [Read more...] about Business Grants for Veterans Can Grow Entrepreneurship

Blockchain Crowdfunding for Startups

by

Blockchain crowdfunding for startups is one of the newest funding mechanisms to hit the startup world. In today’s digital age, it has become easier than ever for startups to connect with prospective investors.  For founders seeking … [Read more...] about Blockchain Crowdfunding for Startups

ICO Funding for Startups

by

ICO funding for startups is a topic that was unheard of just a few years ago. But that’s not the case today. In fact, ICO funding for startups is slowly but surely becoming increasingly more popular as a topic of discussion among founders. … [Read more...] about ICO Funding for Startups

Corporate Venture Capital – Is it Right for Your Startup?

by

Corporate venture capital is simultaneously similar to, and different from, traditional venture capital firms. While not new, per se, the number of corporate venture capital funds is on the rise. In fact, we are seeing a major increase in … [Read more...] about Corporate Venture Capital – Is it Right for Your Startup?

Angel Investors in Europe: How to Uncover and Connect with Them

by

Angel investors in Europe are very much like their counterparts based in the United States. Angel investors are individuals who fund startup companies using their own money. Overall, angel investors in Europe and elsewhere are generally … [Read more...] about Angel Investors in Europe: How to Uncover and Connect with Them