Highlights for Entrepreneurs (01/11/24)
Paul Shapiro
(CPA retired), Startup Advisor (CFO and Controller for early stage tech and internet companies); Highlights for Entrepreneurs newsletter
2024 has been interesting for me so far, including speaking to a few founders about their companies and how I might help them. If you ever want to chat about your situation, please?don't hesitate to reach out! It helps keep me off of the couch and away from the TV. As far as the digest, there are lots of events this week, and some 2024 forecasts and 2023 reflections. Enjoy!
I know that you are very busy, but I hope you enjoy the information and the?music selections?in the newsletter.?Get in touch if you have any feedback,?sources or other interested?readers!??If you hear of any?upcoming events, please pass them along too! If the links speak to you, consider subscribing to the source! If you find a link particularly interesting, let me know so I can look for more like it.
Have a great week,?be safe and healthy...?and take some time to care for yourself!?Here are this?week's resources for you to check out.?
Paul?
-?this session delves into the later stages of the startup lifecycle, exploring funding strategies and valuable insights on the current economic climate from an expert panel from Arctech Accelerate, Boast, OmniSync, and Startup Stack.
2)??Founder Institute: How to Secure Your First Investment as a Startup Founder in 2024 (Webcast Jan 17)
-??Join Hustle Fund GP Eric Bahn as he shares an insider's perspective on what it takes for early-stage startups to fundraise from venture capitalists.?
-? Learn the critical steps to implement the 5 Pillar SaaS Metrics Framework. It’ll cover the 4 foundational components that will help you make better decisions, scale your SaaS more efficiently, and accelerate your career as a SaaS metrics pro.
- "Join us for AI LA's first event of 2024 to bring together founders and investors in AI."?
- "In this session, you'll learn proven strategies and best practices to assemble, nurture, and leverage your personal board effectively from someone walking the same path."?
- ? dive deeper into what product and data driven VC is and how technology is reshaping venture capital from the inside
- Many arguments for why LTV and CAC - particularly?in combination?- are not going to result in good data. Interesting read and offers alternatives you could use.?
- "With that in mind, we present our collection of little tactics, resonant reminders and operating principles to guide you in the following roundup of the 30 best pieces of advice we heard in the past year. Take them with you as we’re thrust forward into all that 2024 has ahead."
- Helping small startups and larger, more-mature tech companies scale to reach their potential is always tricky. Fortunately, last year, we heard and shared a lot of great company-building advice from our colleagues and the brilliant professionals in our network. Here are 12 great pieces of advice from the Battery team to consider as we enter 2024
- If you're more into the big picture, this article is for you...markets, employment, rates, supply chains....ooh boy!
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- Federal and state regulators are sure to focus on hot areas like artificial intelligence, children’s privacy, and the collection, use, and sharing of consumer health data, among others. Given this backdrop, here are their top 10 predictions for privacy regulation in 2024
- No surprise that 2023 ended down for all funding rounds except Seed, which was apparently flat from the prior quarter. The 2024 outlook is anybody's guess, but there are reasons for optimism.
-?Are you curious what a Board of Directors does, especially at an early-stage company. This article - geared to CFOs but relevant to anyone - will explain the basics of board composition, roles and responsibilities, and who reports to who.
- Referred by my buddy Will: Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives. Long video but very interesting conversation
-?If your app is about as valuable as Box, then price it like Box.If your app is about as valuable as Twilio, then price it like Twilio.
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Musical Diversions:
And now for something completely different!
I was fortunate enough to have an older brother who took me to see Yes in Asbury Park a few months before this was recorded. Prog at its height!
This Week's Cover:
Dire Straits cover - for more great covers by JI, check this link:?TOP 10 JASON ISBELL CLASSIC ROCK COVERS
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Paul G. Shapiro, CPA
Startup Consultant
Santa Monica, CA
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(CPA retired), Startup Advisor (CFO and Controller for early stage tech and internet companies); Highlights for Entrepreneurs newsletter
1 年Thanks for sharing this, Leonard Lanzi! ??