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?? Wow! The excitement at "The Price is Right: A.I. Edition" only rose higher and higher as contestants combined their business genius, strategical mindset and expert intuition together to win at game night. Thank you, everyone, for coming on down to this thrilling evening with the team at HelloAdvisr, and a special congratulations Hannah Trimbath, with Yoga Wake Up, on winning our finale, the Showcase Showdown. ?? Our audience not only took home special prizes, but priceless tips and insights on #AI Product Pricing, how founders can leverage #Pricing for growth, and had a chance to ask HelloAdvisr experts their own in-depth questions on strategy. Special thanks to TECH WEEK by a16z for organizing #LATechWeek, and for this amazing opportunity to bring together founders, investors, and innovators. Have a wonderful #Friday at LA TechWeek!

I just wrapped up my first Web Summit, and it was an incredible experience! With over 70,000 attendees, the sheer scale of Europe’s largest tech conference was awe-inspiring, as was the immense hospitality of the host city Lisbon. Throughout the event, I had thought-provoking conversations with founders and investors about the pressing questions shaping our industry. Hearing the unique European perspective—and where it aligned or differed from the U.S.—was particularly insightful. Here are some just a few takeaways from the Summit: ?? Business models and profitability are non-negotiable In today’s tight fundraising climate, the push for startups to focus on strong, sustainable business models is more critical than ever. Startups must build not just to survive but to thrive—honing the skills and discipline needed to scale toward meaningful exits. ?? AI is everywhere, but its future is still unwritten From regulation and geopolitics to scalable business models, there are still many unanswered questions about AI's trajectory. A standout public poll revealed that while AI holds promise for solving complex problems, most businesses currently see its biggest value in automating tasks and summarizing data. How will leaders balance this practical use with AI’s transformative potential? ?? Traction trumps ideas In a sea of companies tackling similar problems, traction is the ultimate differentiator. Revenue traction demonstrates connection with customers, willingness to pay, and execution capability—a clear advantage for startups competing locally and globally. ?? The creator economy is evolving This space is particularly exciting to me. Visa’s CMO announced that creators will now be treated as small businesses signals a shift in how we view creators as entrepreneurs and businesses. Companies are already championing this paradigm shift and rapidly growing in the US, and I’m eager to see how creators and technology continue to work together as this evolves further. ?? Followship vs. connections In an insightful conversation with Bumble’s CEO Lidiane Jones, we explored how technology can exacerbate feelings of isolation despite increased online interactions. Building meaningful, trust-based connections could be the antidote to the unintended social effects of a hyperconnected world. With greater penetration of AI, this also raises an important question of how the dynamics of trust will change. Thank you to everyone who made Web Summit a memorable experience! If you attended, I’d love to hear your takeaways—what resonated most with you? #WebSummit #ValueCreation #StartupInsights #AI #CreatorEconomy

I usually let my partner Edward Lee deal with the marketing while I work on our product solutions so you won’t see me posting here often. But as we head to Lisbon WebSummit to discuss Growth with Startups and Investors, I thought I would let you know about our participation. Are you coming? Do you know someone who is? Let me know, or tag them in comments, so we can connect and present our recently launched Value Creation Studio where we guide companies along their growth journey, from idea & MVP, to achieving product market fit, getting traction, scaling and even planning their exit. I am excited! Are you?

I'm thrilled to be heading to Web Summit in Lisbon on November 11-13th to join thousands of leading European founders, investors, and ecosystem enablers who are passionate about shaping the future. I’m particularly interested in hearing firsthand insights from CEOs, founders, and policymakers on the trends that will define the coming years. At a time when uncertainty is reshaping industries worldwide, I see an enormous gap in the role the industry is playing as investors, customers and strategic partners in scaling strong and efficient companies generating high quality revenue and building for the longer-term. I’m eager to explore and connect around all things value creation, sustainability, consumer products, wellness, and the creator economy. What novel business models, systems and collaborations can accelerate the path to sustainably scale the highest-impact ventures tackling hard problems? If you’re planning to be at Web Summit too, let’s connect! Whether you're building the next big idea, navigating complex challenges, or want to exchange notes, I’d love to meet and explore how we can support and inspire each other. #WebSummit #ValueCreation #Wellness #Sustainability #CreatorEconomy

What an inspiring experience at #SanDiegoStartupWeek! I was energized by the innovation, connection, and drive shaping the startup landscape here in San Diego. One standout session was hearing from Dr. Irwin Jacobs, the visionary founder of Qualcomm whose work has redefined global telecommunications and fueled San Diego’s role as a tech hub. Dr. Jacobs shared invaluable insights on cultivating an impactful ecosystem that resonates far beyond technology alone: ??The San Diego playbook: Embrace the community’s unique blend of collaboration and diverse perspectives. ??Adaptability: No failures—just opportunities and openness to change direction. ??Design “elegant solutions” that capture new waves of opportunity and innovation. ??Look beyond today’s limits to envision what’s possible when your solution meets the market. ??Think revolutionary, not evolutionary, to spark real change. ??Reinvest in the community to empower your team and create lasting impact. A big thank you to Startup San Diego for organizing such a meaningful event and for their commitment to growing our local startup ecosystem. Experiences like these remind us of the value in challenging norms and rethinking possibilities to drive meaningful growth in our community. #SanDiegoStartupWeek #Innovation #StartupCommunity #LeadershipInsights #EcosystemGrowth #TechInnovation #Entrepreneurship #CommunityImpact #Qualcomm #StartupEcosystem

Want to know what we took away from #LATechWeek2024? ?? We’re sharing insights that our team captured from diving into Los Angeles's tech ecosystem. Read our latest blog post for all our key highlights! ? It’s packed with takeaways you won’t want to miss. ?? Tap the link to read more: https://lnkd.in/gyctw-Uy #LATW #TechRecap #StartupGrowth #BusinessInsights

Amazing insight from our CEO! AI companies, are you leveraging your pricing to capture your unique value and reach your customers? If you're struggling with #ValueCreation, or just have more questions, get in touch with our expert team here: https://lnkd.in/gvribXgE

Can you believe it's already been a week since we hosted "The Price is Right: A.I. Edition" at #LATechWeek? ?? Founders and innovators joined us for an #AI and #ProductPricing themed version of the television classic, The Price is Right (you all know the one!), and played through two rounds of exciting price-estimation games for A.I. Products.?? HelloAdvisr pricing experts also led our live studio audience through the deeper, expert insights that inspired each game round–because truthfully, pricing is more than just a guess. Don't worry, no VCR tape recording needed to relive the evening! ?? Here's a recap of HelloAdvisr's special edition episode:

?? Missed our event at #LATechWeek, but want to keep the A.I. conversation alive? We'll be sharing more from our event, The Price is Right: AI Edition, as well as our expert takeaways from #LATW, #ValueCreation, the #StartupEcosystem in Los Angeles, and #AI soon, so be sure to follow us on LinkedIn to stay up-to-date!

?? We're excited to join Startup San Diego at San Diego Start-up Week! Here's what we're looking forward to: ?? Connecting with the vibrant San Diego startup ecosystem. ?? Meeting brilliant founders looking to grow their innovative ideas. ?? Exploring the #CreatorEconomy with expert guest speakers. ?? Discussing the best approaches to scale your business. Where will you be during #SDSW2024? What else should we keep our eye on ??. Let's get connected this week! #SanDiego #SanDiegoStartupWeek #Startups