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5
Apr

Stephen Fleming on the JOBS Act

Editor’s Note: In an unprecedented move in recent years, Congress unanimously passed The JOBS Act last month and it is due to be signed into law by President Barack Obama today. Widely supported by luminaries in the technology industry such …

29
Mar

What are the Differences between a Board of Director and a Board Advisor?

It is not uncommon for startup founders to use the board of director and board of advisor designations interchangeably. But there are differences between the two that are both legal and fiduciary. Here’s a quick table delineating the differences between …

22
Mar

Proximity, Curation and Spectacle – The Annual SXSW Hodge Podge

Some people profess to abhor SxSW Interactive, the five-day geek fest that takes place every year in March in Austin, Texas. Some count the days to what has become billed the annual spring break for geeks. Yet others, current company …

20
Mar

Making the Most of SXSWi

SXSW is an overwhelming sea of opportunity with many chances to promote your start-up at a discount. I was there last week promoting my start-up, Badgy, which provides a social loyalty service for major brands. I knew I couldn’t outspend …

15
Mar

What’s Buzzing in Atlanta’s Startup Scene Next Week?

Spring has come early this year and with warmer temperatures and blue skies are a whole slew of events for startup founders.    For early stage startup companies, there is still time to apply to the second class of the …