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The hidden benefit of joint ventures no one talks about: 🔎 Simplifying access to new markets. In a JV, you gain access to a wider network, diverse skill sets, and local market insights—key factors in successfully entering new markets. These partnerships allow you to tap into established systems and expertise, significantly reducing the learning curve and operational risks. Whether you're looking to expand in a new neighborhood or a new type of property, a joint venture can provide the local foothold and knowledge necessary to succeed. Explore opportunities at https://lnkd.in/gHpGeEHJ #JointVentures #BusinessGrowth

By far the most thoughtful venture analysis I've seen in a long while by Nnamdi Iregbulem "Ironically, though 2021 was the "best" time to raise a Seed based purely on venture activity and valuations, it was the "worst" time to raise Seed funding once you account for today's tough Series A environment." My $.02 for founders - focus on what you can control, your biz. And sorry about the mess we VCs make of the funding market. https://lnkd.in/gCsTH9U8

With the persistent uncertainty and reduced appetite for risky deals, now is the time to explore joint ventures and partnerships. Historically, market uncertainty has caused spikes in joint venture formations – enabling opportunistic partners to establish platforms for future growth despite economic headwinds. In our paper, we outline the keys to designing a successful JV: https://ow.ly/eeu150Q7y7V #JointVentures #Growth #Partnerships

Check this out if you are raising between $25k to $100k

🌟📚️ Word of the Week: MOAT! 🌟📚️⁠ ⁠ A strong MOAT helps protect a company's market position and revenue, which makes it more attractive to potential investors, including angel investors in Ontario. A MOAT can be formed through various factors, such as: 🔹 Brand recognition 🔹 Intellectual property (patents, trademarks, and copyrights) 🔹 Strong network effects 🔹 Economies of scale 🔹 Low-cost production capabilities In general, angel investors in Ontario are more likely to invest in start-ups with a strong MOAT, as these companies are better positioned to succeed, grow, and generate returns on investment. 🚀📚️ Ready to learn and grow in the investment ecosystem? ⁠ Visit https://lnkd.in/dphzbqda to find more resources for new angel investors!⁠ ⁠ #OntarioAngels #angelinvestorsontario #Education #WordOfTheWeek #StartupSuccess #AngelInvestors

Exciting News! DealMakers AFRICA is set to make history in Lagos, Nigeria, hosting the Mergers & Acquisition Awards 2023 for the first time! Get ready for a night of celebration and recognition as top advisory firms in West and East Africa take center stage. Editor-in-Chief Marylou Greig is set to lead the charge! Read more>> https://lnkd.in/d43iM4T6 . . #India#Innovation#Management#HumanResources#DigitalMarketing #Technology#Creativity#Future#Futurism#Entrepreneurship #Careers#Markets#Startups#Marketing#SocialMedia #VentureCapital#SocialNetworking#LeanStartups #Economy#Economics

Aramar Capital just released its Q2 2023 Deal Market Perspective report, reviewing economic, M&A, private equity, and deal market trends and data, featuring an article written by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP: "Cash is King: How a Capital Strategy Can Enable Today's Startups to Survive"   Read more: https://lnkd.in/ekEuzC_2

The Search Fund market is taking it up a gear this year! It's been a few years since the first Search Fund was raised in Australia and a couple since the first Search acquisition... but we've really shifted gears in 2023, with a lot more new Searchers raising new capital and a number of great acquisitions completed by Search Funds in this region. Good times ahead! #entrepreneurship #searchfunds

Building a business takes teamwork, and finding the right partner is crucial. While I'm still new to this entrepreneurial path, I've learned firsthand that incompatibility with partners was the root cause of previous business failures. Thankfully, I've found incredible alignment with my co-founder, Asyikinn Ismail. Together, we launched Royal Crest Ventures earlier this year. Royal Crest Ventures is a bridge between Southeast Asia & the Middle East businesses. We support companies from pre-seed to pre-IPO stages through social media fundraising campaigns, strategic business matchmaking, facilitation in business investment injections & ethical lobbying. Our motto, "From Seed to Summit," encapsulates our commitment to helping companies reach their full potential. Currently, we're managing our second business matchmaking project - Enabling a Malaysian Berhad company to establish a footprint in Kuwait 🇰🇼 May Allah bless our journey (insyaAllah). #FromSeedToSummit #BusinessMatchmaking

With the persistent uncertainty and reduced appetite for risky deals, now is the time to explore joint ventures and partnerships. Historically, market uncertainty has caused spikes in joint venture formations – enabling opportunistic partners to establish platforms for future growth despite economic headwinds. In our paper, we outline the keys to designing a successful JV.