Free Business Funding: 5 Tips for Writing a Winning Small Business Grant Application
When it comes to raising money for your small business, there is no shortage of options: friends and…
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The Best Funding Options for Minority Entrepreneurs
Getting funded can be a challenge for any investor. But for minority entrepreneurs, finding and securing capital can…
10 Tips for Women to Successfully Raise Startup Capital
Women have more of a challenge than men when it comes to raising money. Even women who have…
Entrepreneurs vs. Solo Entrepreneurs: What Are Your Financing Options?
Working Americans choose to start their own business for any number of reasons. There’s increased flexibility and independence,…
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:…
Through Mentoring, Angel Investors Offer More Than Just Money
Captaining a new enterprise is like constructing a parachute after you’ve been thrown out of a plane: It’s…
Is Your Big Idea Investor-Worthy? Ask Yourself These 4 Questions Pre-Launch
Entrepreneurs certainly aren’t lacking for ideas — but that doesn’t mean every concept is worth pursuing. It’s not…
6 Successful Dealmakers Provide Top Tips on Raising Capital
Bootstrapping will only take your startup so far. Many businesses underestimate how much money they really need to…
From Concept to Delivery: Tips for Perfecting Your Investor Pitch
Raising money for a startup is a long process, but an important one. Securing funding may not be…
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…
From Our Founder: Legislation Makes Equity Crowdfunding the Go-To Source for Startup Funding
Venture capital funding, while essential to the startup growth ecosystem, is a funding source that makes its way…
Top Small Business Grants for Women and Minorities
For an updated list of grant programs for women and minorities available in 2021, please click here. Funding…
4 Tips for Writing a Standout Business Plan Financing Request
One of the most important elements of a business plan is a financing request, or the amount of…
The 5 Things Investors Really Care About When Reviewing Your Business Plan
A business plan is an essential tool for startups and, when executed correctly, it serves two key purposes:…
What Does Michigan Venture Capital Look Like Today? These 3 Business Moguls Discuss
StartupNation founder and CEO, Jeff Sloan, shares a conversation with Ara Topouzian, executive director of the Michigan Venture Capital…
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…
Why Investing in Minority-Owned Startups is Key to Unlocking Innovation
Despite being a critical force in the future of the U.S. economy, people of color are disproportionately hurt…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Midwest Venture Showcase (Episode 215)
On this morning’s WJR Business Beat, Jeff and Paul W. Smith discuss the 2021 Midwest Venture Showcase, a…
7 Exceptional Ways to Make Your Business Stand Out to Lenders
Searching for a small business loan can feel a little bit like hitting the dating scene. You’re researching…