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Join ClassPass & Mindbody CEO Fritz Lanman and Gildre in an intimate conversation highlighting his journey from Microsoft to serial entrepreneur, and becoming the CEO of ClassPass. Fritz shares his decision-making processes when making hundred-million dollar corporate investments and launching his startups, Livestar and Doppler Labs before leading ClassPass to unicorn status in 2019. Ready to build together? Learn more about membership at?Gildre.com. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gxU_2Cr8 Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/drzZHybS. #community #mentor #podcast #healthandwellness

???Unlock the Secrets of Startup Fundraising!??? We are excited to highlight an enlightening episode from the?Gildre Spotlight Podcast?featuring Nathan Beckord, a seasoned expert in startup fundraising and the CEO of Foundersuite and Fundingstack. In this episode, Nathan shares invaluable insights from his extensive experience in the venture capital landscape. Key Highlights: - Networking Strategies:?Nathan reflects on his early 2000s networking techniques during a time when social media was just emerging, offering tips that are still relevant today. - Entrepreneurial Journey:?He candidly discusses his transition from investment banking to entrepreneurship, detailing the challenges and motivations behind this pivotal decision. - Lessons Learned:?Nathan shares mistakes he made while pitching to investors, providing listeners with actionable advice to avoid common pitfalls. - Founder Mindset:?The conversation delves into resilience, adaptability, and the global nature of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of a strong mindset. This episode is a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned founders alike! ???Tune in here:?gildre.com/podcastepisodes Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/gfZpKZku Let’s learn from industry leaders like Nathan as we navigate the dynamic world of startups! ??? #Startup #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #Podcast #Innovation

What are some of the most common mistakes you can make as a founder when building your pitch deck? We spoke with over 20 investors/advisors who have reviewed thousands of decks and collected some of the most common feedback shared across every industry. How do these stack up against your own pitch? #fundraising #pitchdeck #startups #community

???Exciting New Podcast Episode! ???We're thrilled to highlight our latest episode of the Gildre Spotlight Podcast featuring?Aytekin Tank, the visionary Founder and CEO of?Jotform! In this episode, Aytekin shares his incredible journey of bootstrapping Jotform to an impressive?25 million users. Discover the insights, challenges, and strategies that propelled Jotform to become a leader in online form building. ?? Tune in to learn about: - The power of bootstrapping in today’s startup landscape - Key lessons from scaling a tech company - Tips for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make their mark Don't miss this inspiring conversation! Listen now:?https://lnkd.in/gxU_2Cr8 Read about Aytekin's Journey here: https://lnkd.in/gc_bKdai #Podcast #Entrepreneurship #Jotform #AytekinTank #StartupJourney #GildreSpotlight

Get ready for our upcoming Startup Showcase on Tuesday, October 29th! We're excited to feature some of the most innovative founders across AI, CPG, FinTech, Fashion, and B2C/B2B Software with startups including: Coachable AI - Justin Bianchini Foresyte - Stephen Eddy Silo Markets - Hariharan Jayakumar Gatherly Virtual Events - Adib Shadid Homeland Spirits - Chad Labelle SENTIENT - Jimena Suárez Ibarrola FirstGlance - Jonny Boyarsky SEEAV - Mckenna Haz See you there! RSVP through the link in the post below.

This week we're excited to highlight Gildre member Adib Shadid, CEO at Gatherly Virtual Events! Adib founded GoLocal Virtual Events in 2020 after years of experience in the hospitality industry spending time at the Four Seasons in Toronto and Watergate Hotel in Washington, DC. Gatherly helps launch full-service, engaging virtual events for organizations including the Metropolitan Opera, GE, Figma, and more. Lear more about what Adib and his team are building at: https://www.gatherly.io/

What do you consider "Good" user retention? User retention rates for digital products & apps have been notoriously low, with the average retention rate one month after download sitting at 40% and by month 3 declining down to 30%. You've likely been measuring your customer churn, but how have you built your user journey to increase usage and retention of your product? Below are three core user journey phases that drive retention and ones you should absolutely be integrating into your user experience. - User Onboarding - Activation - Habit Forming

?? Just finished an enlightening episode of the Gildre Spotlight Podcast featuring Zach Beegal, former CEO of Strive - The Employee Experience Solution! Here are some key takeaways: Career Principles: Zach emphasized the importance of passion, collaboration, and continuous improvement throughout his journey. Leadership Insights: He shared valuable advice on thriving in high-stakes leadership roles and navigating the pressures of being a CEO. Finance Simplified: With over a decade of experience, Zach broke down complex finance and strategy topics into actionable insights. Effective Communication: His ability to simplify intricate concepts showcases the power of clear communication in leadership. Growth Strategies: Zach provided strategies for structuring productive meetings and scaling organizations effectively. People-First Leadership: A strong advocate for people-first leadership, he discussed transforming organizational culture and enhancing the employee experience. Mentorship Matters: Zach highlighted the transformative power of role models and mentorship in personal and professional growth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their leadership game! ??? The full episode is available here: https://lnkd.in/gxU_2Cr8 #podcast #Leadership #Podcast #Mentorship #Growth

You've got the team, product, and target customer profile. What's next? Chief Revenue Officer, Dan Hurwitz shares best practices and success stories from his previous roles as revenue executive at multiple Series A-B startups. Learn from Dan as he provides a detailed breakdown of the process for developing and scaling new GTM models, including how one of his company's grew from zero to $75 million in just three years.

As we head into the final 4 months of 2024, it's interesting to reflect on where the year started from a funding perspective. Q1 of this year had the lowest global venture dollar volume in years, less than half of what we saw in 2021 and 2022. However early-stage investments actually grew compared to Q1 in 2023. While down rounds made up over 20% of total startup fundraising in 2023, we're seeing a nice rebound throughout the past 8 months. For those of you actively fundraising or deploying capital, do you see this trend continuing into 2025?