March 2024
Moving Beyond Bobby the Bookkeeper: When Portfolio Companies May Be Ready for a CFO
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In the early stages of a start-up, financial management may fall into the hands of individuals who are not truly financial experts. When does it make sense to take the leap and get a CFO? With a Fractional CFO, it's earlier than you might think.? Get more insights here.
The Blame Game is an Easy Out and Something We Have All Been Guilty Of
In this article, Neel Doshi & ?Lindsay McGregor write that for any system to change behavior effectively, it must first change the motivation. Spoiler alert: it's not about control. It starts with leadership.?
It's a short read but provides more than surface-level insights about motivation and structure. If this topic interests you, we highly recommend their best-selling book, Primed to Perform.
Private Equity Investors and Entrepreneurs: How to Keep Companies on the Right Path
The mythical and notorious "100-day plan" in private equity, where aspirations soar high but sometimes land with a thud. It's akin to charting a course for success only to find yourself adrift halfway through the journey, and it may be time for investors to trade in their maps for a more reliable navigation system, ensuring they stay on course even when the waters get rough. In this article for the Business Journal, Jay Tankersley provides a very experienced perspective.
MIX & MINGLE
Atlanta Tech Village | February 28 & 29
"Atlanta feels like home." - Dan Martella, Head of Growth at AVL
The entire vibe around the startup scene is welcoming, open, and collaborative. Not to mention, it is full of skilled and talented professionals. Pitch Atlanta, hosted by Atlanta Tech Village, was a great experience, and AVL was proud to be a sponsor.?
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Naturally Boulder Pitch Slam | February 29
?Taylor Ulrich and Elza Fendandez went to Naturally Boulder Pitch Slam and got to witness some incredible brands present. Congratulations to Hooch Booch and CEO Anna Zesbaugh for winning Emerging Brand of the Year!
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Upcoming Events
Seed Angel Forum | March 6
Seed Angel Forum is a great networking event that connects founders to active investors. AVL Growth Partners has been a proud sponsor for over a decade and loves being part of this wonderful event. If you are a founder or an investor and are interested in learning more, click here.
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Conscious Entrepreneur Summit | June 4 & 5
The Conscious Entrepreneur Summit is an in-person event designed exclusively for ambitious entrepreneurs who understand that personal growth is the key to business growth. Unlike other conferences, this event will help you develop the grounding, resilience, and leadership skills needed to scale your company rapidly. If you are interested in attending, you can click here to register.
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Colorado Venture Summit | June 19 & 20
AVL Growth Partners is a proud sponsor of the Colorado Venture Summit, which brings together Venture Capital investors from across the US interested in meeting with the right CEOs/Founders of technology companies for future funding rounds. To learn more, click here.
CELEBRATING SOME EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE?
Anne Kreider has been with AVL almost from the beginning, and 12 years is a huge milestone. We cannot thank her enough for the support and memories she has given us over the past decade-plus. Please join us in celebrating Susan, Brad, Bethany, and Jon. Congratulations, and thank you so much for being part of our team!
Anne Kreider 12 Year?Anniversary
Susan Nylen 4 Year?Anniversary
Brad McKinzie 3 Year?Anniversary
Bethany Kicz 3 Year Anniversary
Jon Philipp 3 Year?Anniversary
Since 2009, the?AVL Growth Partners?team of 50+ highly experienced professionals has supported thousands of early-stage companies on their journey to grow and scale.
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