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January 6, 2023
Rachelle Kuramoto
A Realistic Take on 2022 and the State of Startups
As we start the new year, we reflect on the State of Startups in 2022 and offer a positive and rational perspective for 2023.
December 22, 2022
Rachelle Kuramoto
Best of 2022: Incredible Advice from Startup Showdown Mentors
In this Best of 2022 article, you'll discover gems of wisdom for founders from mentors who are at the pinnacle of their craft and industry.
October 12, 2022
Tami McQueen
Now Available: The State of Startups in the Southeast 2022
This sixth annual BIP Ventures State of Startups report delivers a comprehensive overview of the VC investing and startup ecosystem of the southeastern US.
August 3, 2022
Tami McQueen
The Power of Community and Collaboration for Startups
Aly Merritt, Managing Director of Atlanta Tech Village & Startup Showdown Mentor, shares the power of building startup communities in Atlanta.
July 19, 2022
Tami McQueen
The Art of Sales for Startups
Mike Gomez, President of Allegro Consulting and Startup Showdown Mentor, sat down with the Startup Showdown Podcast to share the art of sales for startups.
April 13, 2022
How Atlanta Startups Scale Up: An Interview with WABE Tech Cast
BIP Ventures COO and General Partner Mark Flickinger joins WABE Tech Cast to explore the Atlanta startup ecosystem, investment, and ways for emerging tech companies to scale.
November 8, 2021
Mark Flickinger
Storytelling As Part Of Effective Leadership
The ability to instruct and inspire through storytelling is a key trait for effective leaders. Here are methods to hone the skill.
October 6, 2021
Tami McQueen
The 2021 State of Startups in the Southeast Report is Here
Our 2021 State of Startups report delivers a comprehensive overview of the venture capital and startup ecosystem in the Southeast region.
July 20, 2021
Tami McQueen
Capital Strategy as Milestones for Startups
Startups need money to grow. Find out which investors to talk to and at what stage. Understand how to determine how much money to raise.
July 7, 2021
Mark Flickinger
The Return-To-Office Dilemma
The pendulum is beginning its swing back from remote-only working. But how each company prepares for the return is still up for debate.
May 24, 2021
Mark Flickinger
Venture Investor: How Do You Get There And What Do You Do?
There are multiple paths to becoming a venture capitalist, but what does it entail? BIP Ventures General Partner shares how to break into VC.
March 3, 2021
Tami McQueen
How To Raise a Seed Round from BIP Ventures
This article highlights the basics of raising your seed round and sheds light on the BIP Ventures seed investment process.