Entrepreneurs

Diversity
6 min read

How Investors Can Build an LGBTQ+ Friendly Portfolio

There are many ways to get started investing while focusing on diversity through indexes like the Corporate Equality Index (CEI) and LGBTQ-specific indexes which rate companies based on their gender diversity, racial diversity, etc.

By Nahla Davies, Technical Writer

Crunchbase Partnerships
3 min read

StartOut Pride Economic Impact Index

In July 2020, with support from JPMorgan Chase, StartOut, Socos Labs, and Crunchbase launched the StartOut Pride Economic Impact Indexes (SPEII), the first of our Inclusion Impact Indexes created to gain insight into LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs' economic impact.

By Andres Wydler, Executive Director at StartOut

Entrepreneurs
7 min read

5 Steps To Ensure Your Return To Work Strategy Isn’t Excluding People From The Future Of Work

This is what business leaders can be doing make sure their industries equally include workers with disabilities, and those of all ages, backgrounds and family situations.

By Rachel Sheppard, Director of Global Marketing at the Founder Institute

Entrepreneurs
9 min read

Amanda Schutzbank on Investing in Highly Emotional, Values-led Brands

Since 2015, Schutzbank has worked in venture capital across two leading firms before starting her own, all focused on early-stage companies.

Jaclyn Robinson, Senior Manager of Content Marketing at Crunchbase

Entrepreneurs
8 min read

Your Guide to Pricing in 2021: 5 Effective Models to Consider

The five following key pricing concepts can help you adjust your pricing strategies to meet current demands and stay agile.

By Gabriel Smith, Chief Evangelist and Vice President of Innovation at Pricefx

Female Founders
12 min read

Persistence Wins the Race: GoNoodle’s CMO on Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Female Investment

In this Q&A, we asked Julie Crabill how she began her career and what advice she would give to other entrepreneurs.

Jaclyn Robinson, Senior Manager of Content Marketing at Crunchbase

Entrepreneurs
8 min read

Competitive Monitoring: How and Why You Should Track Your Competition

By the end of this article, you’ll walk away with the knowledge you need to start competitive monitoring and beat your competition.

Jaclyn Robinson, Senior Manager of Content Marketing at Crunchbase

Entrepreneurs
6 min read

After Diversifying Silicon Valley, Angela Benton is Tackling Data Ownership

A seasoned entrepreneur and tech executive, Angela Benton has successfully launched three companies. Her latest is Streamlytics, a next-generation data ecosystem that provides ethical, human-powered data, to democratize data collection that compensates consumers for opting in to share their data.

Jaclyn Robinson, Senior Manager of Content Marketing at Crunchbase

Female Leaders
4 min read

Crunchbase Q&A with Jessica Lindl, Vice President of Social Impact at Unity

Throughout her career, Jessica has been a champion for social impact, working to improve learning outcomes and earning potential for learners worldwide.

Jaclyn Robinson, Senior Manager of Content Marketing at Crunchbase

Entrepreneurs
6 min read

4 Tips from a Venture Capitalist for Entrepreneurs Seeking Investment

Let’s face it: Fundraising has never been easy, especially for early-stage entrepreneurs or new fund managers.

Pingrong “PR” Yu, Venture Capitalist

Entrepreneurs
5 min read

Key Founder Considerations When Starting a Company

This article is part of the Crunchbase Community Contributor Series. The author is an expert in their field and a Crunchbase user. We are honored to feature and promote their contribution...

By Tim Poydenis, Partner in Goodwin’s Technology Companies Group

Entrepreneurs
11 min read

Women Leaders on How to Build an Inclusive Team Culture (at Any Company Size)

The following 12 women leaders have made inspiring strides in ensuring they meet the diverse needs within their teams, ultimately setting an example of upfront and ongoing effort.

Dreamers & Doers, A Private Collective for Entrepreneurial Women

Entrepreneurs
4 min read

Identifying Investment Opportunity on the Edge

The marriage of big data and analytics is the catalyst patent forecasting has been waiting for. AI and machine learning will make these software platforms an insightful tool for those hoping to identify the bankable winners emerging from the patent office.

By JiNan Glasgow George, Global IP Strategist and CEO of Patent Forecast

Female Founders
8 min read

Charu Noheria On Changing The Way The World Learns

Charu Noheria is the co-founder and chief operating officer of Practically. In 2018, she co-founded the company, an experiential learning app for STEM, and has been working to revolutionize the...

Jaclyn Robinson, Senior Manager of Content Marketing at Crunchbase

Entrepreneurs
7 min read

Want to know the next big thing in healthcare? Look where the founders are building

This article is part of the Crunchbase Community Contributor Series. The author is an expert in their field and a Crunchbase user. We are honored to feature and promote their contribution...

Heather Hartnett, CEO & Founding Partner at Human Ventures

Female Founders
7 min read

A New Model: How MOTHER SUPERIOR’s Jo Marini Is Redesigning VC

Jo Marini is the founder and CEO of MOTHER SUPERIOR, a venture and social purpose foundry that is redefining and redesigning venture capital.

Jaclyn Robinson, Senior Manager of Content Marketing at Crunchbase

Entrepreneurs
4 min read

Palantir — A Federal Market Lesson For VCs

This article is part of the Crunchbase Community Contributor Series. The author is an expert in their field and a Crunchbase user. We are honored to feature and promote their contribution...

Rebecca Gevalt, Tech Managing Director at Dcode

Entrepreneurs
5 min read

April Harris, Founder Of Keeping You Sweet, On Entrepreneurship And The Power Of Female Support

This article is part of the Crunchbase Community Contributor Series. The author is an expert in their field and a Crunchbase user. We are honored to feature and promote their contribution...

Azizza Brinson, Media Relations & Strategy Specialist at Hotwire

Female Founders
5 min read

How Noyo’s Shannon Goggin Is Reshaping Benefits And Insurance With An API Platform

Shannon Goggin is the co-founder and CEO of Noyo, the leading API platform powering the age of connected insurance with a new digital solution for fast, accurate data exchange.

Jaclyn Robinson, Senior Manager of Content Marketing at Crunchbase