News and Events
One of 10 Startups to Watch
…So said the Boston Business Journal, and we won’t argue. Kyle Alspach, Technology Editor, picked candidates based on “their innovative idea or product, ability to quickly raise funding or their experienced founder (and possibly all of the above.)” Read more…
LA Judges Social Entrepreneurship Startup Competition
LA was honored to participate in Make Impact NYC 2014 – Do Good In Your Hood!, a conference focused on bringing together entrepreneurs and leaders seeking to harness the power of social enterprise.. LA Analyst Mandie Holmes judged the ‘Battle of the Boros’ Pitch Competition that served as the capstone event of the conference. More than $20K was awarded to entrepreneurs who are making an impact through great business plans anchored with a social mission. The event took place Jan. 16 in New York City. Read more…
Lunch & Learn with LA
We kick off our Lunch & Learn series with a Jan. 22 event in New York City. These events give prospective investors insights into equity crowdfunding, venture investing, and our funds. If you’d care to join us or suggest a lunch in your area, email info@launch-angels.com.
New Strategies for Funding Woman-Led Businesses. Join us for an event on March 4
Equity crowdfunding is changing the gender equation in venture investing, opening up new avenues for female entrepreneurs and angels. LA will be hosting a high-energy, stimulating event the evening of March 4 in Boston to explore and discuss those changes. Gents definitely invited! Stay tuned for details. Tweet us if you want an invite.
Industry News
With the start of the new year, we’ll join the crowd in glancing backwards and forwards to assess the status of our industry.Checking the Rearview
Consolidation, the angel bandwagon, and equity crowdfunding big bangs. An industry analyst reality checks 2013 predictions for crowdfunding. Read more…It’s Coming… Maybe
“If we get our act together…2014 can be the year equity crowdfunding arrives in big way.” Read more…Buckle in for a Wild Ride
Alt finance takes hold, new funding models appear, and enterprise players step up. “10 bold predictions for crowdfunding.” Read more…The Billion-Banner Year
This analyst projects 2014 will see up to $1 billion in equity crowdfunding. Further, he says that if the full JOBS Act is passed, “ECF will become the predominate method entrepreneurs use to raise capital.” Read more…All Boats Will/Should Rise
The article title trumpets “predictions.” But it’s equally a prescription list for making equity crowdfunding an opportunity for everyone from service companies to communities. Read more…
