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10 Ways to Create a Successful Business Pitch

Recently, the term "business pitch" has become as popular as the term "startup." A pitch is essentially a business plan that one presents verbally to potential investors of a business. A shorter summary of the...

byVeronika Tondon

November 29, 2021

Top Small Business Grants for Women and Minorities

For an updated list of grant programs for women and minorities available in 2021, please click here. Funding a small business can be quite the undertaking, whether you’re starting a new venture for the first...

byMeredith Wood

November 28, 2021

How Venture Capitalist Diane Yoo Chooses Her Startup Investments

With so many entrepreneurs and startup ventures seeking investment opportunities, it’s crucial that venture capitalists (VCs) create a list of criteria they want their potential investments to meet. Of course, every VC dreams of investing...

byDiane Yoo

November 16, 2021

WJR Business Beat: Equity Crowdfunding Plays Key Role in Funding Startups (Episode 320)

On today's Business Beat, Jeff reveals the results of a Kings Crowd study on how online equity crowdfunding is changing the landscape for startups. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more about...

byStartupNation

November 15, 2021

5 Things Veterans Should Know About Starting a Business

Pursuing a second career after leaving the military can be challenging, which is why a growing number of veterans choose to become entrepreneurs. A 2018 study by the the Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Advocacy...

byJulia Nex

November 11, 2021

Don’t Fall For This Small Business Loan Scam

A business owner looking for a deposit for a building he wanted to purchase says he wound up losing $1,200 to a loan scammer, according to a complaint filed on the Better Business Bureau website....

byGerri Detweiler

November 10, 2021

4 Tips for Writing a Standout Business Plan Financing Request

One of the most important elements of a business plan is a financing request, or the amount of funding your business is requesting of potential investors. Many entrepreneurs may worry they are asking for too...

byMyCorporation

November 4, 2021

The 5 Things Investors Really Care About When Reviewing Your Business Plan

A business plan is an essential tool for startups and, when executed correctly, it serves two key purposes: It provides goals and a roadmap for you to follow in order to build a successful company....

byDave Lavinsky

November 3, 2021

4 Key Reasons to Consider Microlending to Fund Your Startup

Among the financing solutions available to startups and small business owners, microlending is one of the more accessible. Also known as microcredit, microlending has been gaining popularity in recent years – and for good reason....

bySharita Humphrey

October 15, 2021

Life of Purpose: Detroit’s Monica Wheat Strengthens Startup Ecosystem with Equality and Inclusion

A strategist, educator and venture developer, Southfield native Monica Wheat has dedicated her career to venture capital, but what truly sets her apart is her dedication to improving Detroit’s startup community and making it more inclusive...

byJeff Sloan

October 11, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: New SBA Grant Program Announced (Episode 285)

On today's Business Beat, Jeff discusses a new grant program from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) which is designed to help small businesses in today's changing world. Tune in to the Business Beat, below,...

byStartupNation

September 7, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Information Regarding Angel Investing (Episode 284)

On today's Business Beat, Jeff speaks with Marcia Dawood, chair of the Angel Capital Association Board of Directors, regarding the advantages of angel funding to finance and launch a business. Tune in to the Business...

byStartupNation

September 3, 2021

7 Creative Financing Options for New Businesses and Startups

It takes money to make money. But financing isn't always easy — especially if you're the proud founder of a brand new business. Traditional banks and financial institutions set a high bar for borrowers. They...

bySamantha Novick

August 8, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Venture Capital Investment at Record Numbers in First Half of 2021 (Episode 268)

On today's Business Beat, Jeff discusses venture capital investment, which was at a record high throughout the first half of 2021 and is experiencing greater gains through all stages in North America, according to Crunchbase....

byStartupNation

August 2, 2021

Female Founders, Get Funding Now with These 4 Alternatives to VC

In 2019, venture capital investment into U.S. startups nearly doubled from $88 billion to $144 billion. So, while it comes as no surprise that 2019 was also a record year for female founders securing these...

byCharlotte DeMocker

July 28, 2021

What Does Michigan Venture Capital Look Like Today? These 3 Business Moguls Discuss

StartupNation founder and CEO, Jeff Sloan, shares a conversation with Ara Topouzian, executive director of the Michigan Venture Capital Association and RJ King, editor of DBusiness Magazine, on the status of venture capital in Michigan today. Related: WJR...

byStartupNation

July 27, 2021

Small Business Check-In: Which Sectors Are Recovering Better and Why?

March 2020 was a month no business owner will soon forget. The country was locking down, and our small business clients were struggling to understand the rapidly changing news cycle, a patchwork of local ordinances...

byBenjamin Johnston

July 12, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Consider Purchase Order Financing for Your Business Needs (Episode 248)

On today's Business Beat, Jeff discusses purchase order financing, which helps companies fill orders they couldn't otherwise without having the funding to pay for production costs. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn...

byStartupNation

June 28, 2021

Traditional vs. Alternative: Which E-Commerce Business Loan is Best for Me?

E-commerce is the future of retail. E-commerce sales in 2020 accounted for 14% of all sales in the country, and it’s estimated that there will be 2.14 billion global digital buyers in 2021. Every e-commerce...

byRapid Finance

June 28, 2021

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Navv Systems Gets $3.2 Million in Venture Funding (Episode 244)

On today's Business Beat, Jeff talks to physician Daniel Siegal, CEO of Navv Systems, a Michigan-based company focused on hospital personnel location and equipment tracking and location services. The company just closed a $3.2 million venture...

byStartupNation

June 21, 2021