Vancouver-based Bench, the largest bookkeeping service for small businesses and independent professionals in America, announced in February that it had expanded its services in Canada following a $18 million USD Series B-1 ($23 million CAD). Bench, co-founded 5 years ago by Vancouver native Ian Crosby, is British Columbia’s fastest growing …
This Marketing Roundup features entrepreneurial successes, Warby Parker and Ring, user centric marketing, the state of social isolation and social media today & Bill Gate’s top 5 books to read this summer. #MarketingMondays 1. Over 400 Startups Are Trying to Become the Next Warby Parker. Inside the Wild Race to …
We are absolutely delighted to welcome aboard Impact Hub San José as our newest City Partner. We will be working together to support the Hub in the development of their entrepreneur ecosystem which is thriving and growing by the moment. What are your main goals for the Spring and Impact Hub San José …
Andy Mo is a serial backpacker and travel guru turned entrepreneur. Tattle explores authentic cultural foods and as a very young company, was struggling to grow. He joined Spring as the first episode was released. They have since grown their following beyond anticipation and are about to release a new …
By Adam Jung of Karl Jung Financial Services In the absence of proper planning, the survival of the business may be affected by the death of the business owner or another key executive. One solution is to purchase an insurance policy on the life of the business owner, shareholder or …
More on Jobs Theory, Impostor Syndrome, the growth of Vancouver’s FinTech ecosystem, how to email busy people, and Adecco’s acquisition of General Assembly all feature in this week’s Tech Roundup. #TechThursdays 1. The Five Types Of Impostor Syndrome And How To Beat Them Many high achievers share a dirty little …
By Charlotte Teal and Kwang Lim The Dilemma Start-up companies face the ultimate dilemma: how to compensate, incentivize, and retain quality employees at a time when (most) start-ups are strapped for cash and consequently unable to compete with the higher salaries often offered to, and expected by, top tier …
Hi everyone, it’s time for the next instalment of the funding roundup. #FundingFridays 1. Understanding Silicon Valley & how it will help your round Serial Entrepreneur Michelle Messina and recovering Venture Capitalist Jonathan Baer give you an inside look at Silicon Valley. It’s a great read and the tips on …
In my last article, 3 Secrets to Pitching Investors, I covered some tips to keep in mind when you’re preparing your investor pitch. Not all investors are alike, however, and as great as it is to get that golden opportunity to pitch, you need be prepared to vet your investor if …
Have you heard of Veemo? It’s an exciting new way to get around and a pilot fleet has recently launched at the University of British Columbia campus! The service will serve up to 65,000 students, residents, and UBC affiliates in easily moving around campus. In this spotlight, we meet the company …
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