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This is why we founded Peregrine, an AI tool to automate job gradings for salary benchmarks to ensure compliance with the new EU Regulation on Pay Equity and Transparency. Today: > Job Grading takes 2-12 weeks, delaying time to hire. > Outsourcing grading to HR consultants costs $2-15K per role. > Human bias in applying and understanding the frameworks leads to inaccurate results and makes internal processes inefficient. What we can do today: > Done in <5min. > Save 80-90%. > Objective application of the job grading framework as intended, with a full ~20-page compliance report as hedge against future litigation. Although this solution is perfect for companies with employees in the EU, we've also started carving out individual tools to automate and improve job architectures for U.S. clients. We're currently actively looking for design partners and board members. Feel free to reach out to Ben Valk to learn more. #AI #JobGrading #HR #GlobalCompensation #AIinHR #SalaryBenchmarks #Benchmarks #EURegulation

?? The startup landscape is quickly evolving in the U.S. We are releasing our eye-opening analysis on comparing startup ecosystems in SF, NY, and LA. Here are some key takeaways: ? Despite rumors, Silicon Valley remains its spot as #1 global destination for startup success, although New York is about to steal the crown. ? Last year, more startups were founded in NYC than San Francisco. ? The average early-stage funding round is highest in Silicon Valley, although other cities are growing faster. ? Los Angeles and Boston are amongst the world's largest startup ecosystems, eclipsing any European city. ? San Francisco and Bay Area face challenges with high living costs, crime rates, and population decline. What does this mean for founders and investors? ? Opportunities are expanding beyond Silicon Valley ? NY is rapidly emerging as a formidable competitor to SF. Remember: This aggregate picture will look vastly different for industries and niches. Check out the full analysis attached for more in-depth insights and data visualizations. #StartupEcosystem #VentureCapital #TENETVentures #EntrepreneurshipTrends What are your thoughts on these trends? How do you see them impacting the future of innovation and entrepreneurship in the US?

At TENET Ventures, we're witnessing a transformative era in overlooked industries. Many industrial sectors have seen strong growth potential and profitability - yet, few founders are willing to innovate in them, despite new technological tailwinds suggesting huge potential amidst a lack of R&D from incumbents. This new wave of innovation is revolutionizing traditional markets: > Ambulatory Health Services: A $1.3T titan, dwarfing SaaS by 9x. Carbon Health raised $622M for tele health services. > Truck Transportation: A $940B behemoth with 3M U.S. drivers. Convoy Inc raised >$1 billion to operate a digital freight network, while project44 raised $763M to monitor shipments. > Petro-Chemical Market: A staggering $765B industry with minimal startup activity. Twelve ($199M) makes up the majority of the annual startup financing in the last 10 years, which?uses CO2 to create chemicals, materials, and fuels. > HVAC: A surprising $42B market ripe for disruption. Dandelion Energy raised $134M to build software and heat pumps for geothermal energy. The adage "Where there's muck, there's brass" remains relevant. However, we must balance this opportunity with ethical considerations and responsible development. For example, Carbon Health enhances healthcare access without compromising quality, while Convoy reduces emissions while improving drivers' quality of life. Most importantly: We believe in startups' ability to disrupt manufacturing: From pure software to hardware-integrated solutions. We're seeing a shift towards deep tech and AI-capable hardware in industries traditionally resistant to change. At TENET Ventures, we're particularly interested in solutions that can help modernize critical industries in the West. This aligns with broader goals of maintaining technological competitiveness and building resilient supply chains. Challenges remain, including long adoption cycles, complex regulations, and entrenched incumbents. We believe that by adhering to principled innovation, we can address these issues while driving positive impact. We're committed to supporting ventures that not only offer strong returns but also contribute to a more efficient, sustainable world. These overlooked sectors present unique opportunities to build profitable businesses that address critical global challenges. What dual-use technologies do you believe have the most potential for positive impact in these industries? How can startups effectively navigate these unique landscapes while maintaining ethical standards? Join the conversation and help shape the future of responsible innovation in overlooked industries. #IndustryDisruption #ResponsibleInnovation #DeepTech #DualUseTechnology #TENETVentures

At TENET Ventures, we're witnessing a transformative era in defense technology. The sector has seen exponential growth, with defense tech startup launches increasing from less than 3 per year to over 12 per month, in just 2 decades. This new wave of innovators is revolutionizing national security capabilities: > Developing disaggregated, resilient systems. > Creating advanced AI and quantum computing solutions. > Enhancing communication networks for real-time intelligence sharing. However, scaling these innovations presents unique challenges. Our research has identified key strategies for success: > Building scalable infrastructure from day one. > Forging partnerships with established defense companies. > Pursuing dual-use applications to broaden market potential. > Vertically integrating hardware and software solutions. > Tailoring sales approaches to navigate complex defense procurement processes. Importantly, the goal isn't to automate warfare, but to develop technologies that protect human lives, defend democratic values, and maintain peace through effective deterrence. The adage "Si vis pacem, para bellum" (If you want peace, prepare for war) remains relevant. However, we must balance this preparedness with ethical considerations and responsible development. For example, the Ghost 4 reconnaissance drone can enhance situational awareness without direct offensive capabilities, potentially reducing military casualties and civilian collateral damage. Whereas the early 2000s largely dominated in Software solutions like Palantir Technologies and various cyber security firms, we are now seeing a shift toward Hardware, whether Deep Tech or hardware-integrated Defense Tech with AI capabilities, such as An interesting recent trend: From Software to Hardware, such as Anduril Industries and Shield AI. At TENET Ventures, we're particularly interested in deep tech solutions that can help reshore critical manufacturing capabilities to the West. This aligns with broader national security goals of maintaining technological sovereignty and resilient supply chains. Challenges remain, including long procurement cycles, complex regulations, and ethical considerations. We believe that by adhering to principled innovation, we can address these issues while driving positive impact. We're committed to supporting ventures that not only offer strong returns but also contribute to a safer, more stable world. The defense tech sector presents a unique opportunity to build profitable businesses that address critical global challenges. What dual-use technologies do you believe have the most potential for positive impact? How can startups effectively navigate the unique landscape of the defense sector while maintaining ethical standards? Join the conversation and help shape the future of responsible defense innovation. #DefenseTech #ResponsibleInnovation #NationalSecurity #DeepTech #DualUseTechnology

The dual impact of accelerating skill changes through AI and the retirement of baby boomers will be a major challenge for organizations in the coming months and years. We intend to offer strategies for organizations to adapt and thrive in this evolving landscape. #ai #hr #peregrinefoundry

This is for the PE investors in the room. Discover how AI-driven due diligence can mitigate risks and unlock unprecedented value in private equity investments through enhanced data analysis, risk identification, and strategic insights. #ai #roi #privateequity

This is dedicated to the CHROs that we've been working with over the past weeks. Discover how AI is transforming HR from an operational role to a strategic powerhouse by enhancing recruitment, employee engagement, performance management, and strategic decision-making. #ai #hr #automation

Last year, we posted about the economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. This narrative sums one of our main theses up very well: Africa is the last frontier of global growth. Thanks to the accurate forecast-ability of GDP, UN data suggests that: > East and West Africa's populations will double by 2050. > Africa's population will triple by 2100, accounting for all population growth. > Even the largest Sub-Saharan African economies have grown by 2-4x since 2000. We believe that entrepreneurship in Africa requires a different approach, centered around simpler business plans, especially compared to the Silicon Valley's love with tech and mobile solutions. Feel free to reach out if you are an entrepreneur or investor with interest in the region. #tenetventures #africa #ssa #growth