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WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Navv Systems Gets $3.2 Million in Venture Funding (Episode 244)
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff talks to physician Daniel Siegal, CEO of Navv Systems, a Michigan-based company focused…
Crowdfunding is on the Rise in 2021: Here’s What That Means for Entrepreneurs
It’s fair to say that starting a business is bittersweet, especially in 2021. On one hand, it’s exciting…
10 Tips on Running a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign for New Entrepreneurs
Over the past decade, crowdfunding has revolutionized the way startups generate capital and secure investment. In fact, in…
10 Best Financial Planning Habits for Freelancers and Entrepreneurs
While 48% of new freelancers view freelancing as a long-term career choice, this is only realistic if you…
Olympic Champion Bode Miller and Vin Social Founder Sara Moll on StartupNation Radio
On today’s episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff interviews two entrepreneurs: Bode Miller of SKEO and Sara Moll of…
This Angel Investor Shares 11 Tips for Entrepreneurs to Raise Smart Money
Oftentimes, I read articles offering tips for entrepreneurs that revolve around generic advice on getting started. However, what…
How to Design and Deliver a Business Pitch That Secures Startup Funding
A business pitch is a presentation put together to entice an investor or group of investors. The goal…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Michigan Leads Nation in Venture Capital Investment (Episode 229)
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff talks about how Michigan leads the nation in the biggest increase in venture…
How Quality Reporting Helps Smart Entrepreneurs Build Investor Trust and Long-Term Returns
Think of investor reporting as the foundation of trust between a company’s founders and its investors. That trust…
How to Find the Perfect VC Partner, Even During Times of Uncertainty
While the pandemic has certainly had an impact on the startup space, speculations were off about one thing:…
6 Accomplished Entrepreneurs Share How to Start a Business with $100
Many would-be entrepreneurs never start a business because they’re waiting for the perfect idea or don’t have enough…
Here Are 7 Ways to Get More Funding Than Ever Before in the Post-Pandemic Era
Starting a business in 2021? You’re in good company: The U.S. Census Bureau reports that there were some…
How Angel and Venture Capital Funding Shape the Future of Innovation
When many people think of how the business sector relates to startup companies and the venture funding that…
E-Commerce Financing: Funding Your Online Business
It’s a Catch-22: you sell your products to make money, but you need money to buy those products…
An Inside Look at Michigan’s Prosperous Venture Capital Community
If you’re a startup company looking for capital, today’s show is for you! On this special edition of…
Detroit’s Monica Wheat Strengthens Startup Ecosystem with Equality and Inclusion
A strategist, educator and venture developer, Southfield native Monica Wheat has dedicated her career to venture capital, but what…
Sustainable Furniture Brand Floyd Raises $15 Million in Series B Funding
Based in Detroit, Floyd is a sustainable furniture startup founded by Alex O’Dell and Kyle Hoff. On Wednesday, April…
These Exemplary Shark Tank Entrepreneurs Share Their Success Stories on StartupNation Radio
On today’s episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff Sloan is joined by co-host, Matt Damman, owner and inventor of…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program Supports Detroit Businesses (Episode 217)
On this morning’s WJR Business Beat, Jeff chats with Jerome Brown, co-owner of Detroit Soul, and Goldman Sachs…
Rewards-Based or Equity Crowdfunding: Which is Best for My Business?
One of the most popular methods of fundraising for a startup is the use of crowdfunding platforms. With…