⚡️ Paul Canetti

Why Buying Your First Business is the hardest & Financing The Fear is Being seen as too risky by lenders and investors. The Solution: Prepare a solid business plan with detailed financial projections. Work with a financial advisor to enhance your credibility. Consider alternative financing options like SBA loans or seller financing.

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💡 Buy vs. Build: The Tech Dilemma Every Founder Faces In my latest episode with Phillip McGlade, the CEO of Thérapie Clinic & Thérapie Fertility, we dove into a lesson every entrepreneur needs to hear: Phillip once decided to build a custom tech system for his business. The result? It didn’t work. His takeaway? 👉 Sometimes, it’s better (and cheaper) to buy proven solutions than to reinvent the wheel. "Stick to your zone of genius. Focus on what you do best and let the experts handle the rest." This one decision can save you time, money, and a whole lot of headaches. 🎧 Hear Phillip’s full story and learn why he now chooses to buy tech, not build - linked in comments below. #Founders #Entrepreneurship #TechStrategy #LessonsLearned

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Unlock Early-Stage Startup Opportunities with Nobody Studios 🚀 Family offices often look for unique opportunities to diversify their portfolios and access high-growth potential investments. But early-stage startups? They can be risky, time-consuming, and hard to navigate. That’s where we come in. At Nobody Studios, we provide a streamlined pathway for family offices to gain exposure to early-stage startups, but with a twist: 1️⃣ Curated Deal Flow Our venture studio model allows us to develop, validate, and scale startups from scratch. Family offices get access to a hand-picked selection of high-potential companies backed by our proven frameworks and methodologies. 2️⃣ De-risked Investments By co-investing alongside a community of experienced angels, VCs, and our internal team, we mitigate risk while enhancing upside potential. Our collaborative approach means you’re not going at it alone. 3️⃣ Active Participation Unlike passive investments, we provide family offices the opportunity to get involved at the ground level, offering mentorship, strategic guidance, and expertise to help shape the growth trajectory of our startups. 4️⃣ Portfolio Diversification Tap into diverse sectors—tech, FinTech, healthcare, and beyond. With Nobody Studios, you’re not just investing in a startup; you're investing in an ecosystem of innovation. Interested in exploring how your family office can be part of the next wave of disruptive startups? Let’s connect and discuss how you can get started with Nobody Studios. 🌐 🔔 Follow me for more insights on building and investing in early-stage startups! #venturecapital #familyoffices #investing #startups

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I really enjoyed recording this episode of The Digital Industrial Podcast with Ty Findley. We talked about common misconceptions for deep tech, the "Why Now" for the category, and differences between investor diligence for deep tech and traditional tech. https://lnkd.in/eKtwjauu

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Tomorrow's the big day! Startup Grind Boston Pitch Battle with Boston New Technology (BNT) and Prepare 4 VC: Witness Innovation at Its Finest 📅 Date: January 14, 2025 🕔 Time: 5 PM EST 🌐 Location: Virtual (Register to receive the link) Get ready for an evening of bold ideas, cutting-edge technology, and transformative solutions! The Startup Grind Boston Pitch Battle brings together 17 of Boston’s most innovative startups, each competing for a chance to advance to the Global Pitch Battle semifinals. What to Expect: 🎤 Dynamic 2-Minute Pitches: Each startup will deliver a concise and compelling pitch, showcasing their solutions across industries like HealthTech, AI, PropTech, CleanTech, and more. 💡 Top 3 Live Q&A: The top 3 startups, as determined by our panel of expert judges, will engage in a 5-minute Q&A session to dive deeper into their innovations. 🌍 Global Opportunity: Winners will represent Boston on the international stage, competing against top ventures from other Startup Grind chapters. Meet the Presenters: Here’s a sneak peek at the groundbreaking startups you’ll see: BlueSavant AI: Early autism diagnosis with advanced genomic analysis and machine learning. Vocadian: Voice AI-powered fatigue management for workplace safety and productivity. Lynx: AI-driven early detection of canine skin cancer for smarter veterinary care. SnowGo | MowGo: Simplifying property maintenance with predictive scheduling and fleet management. CIRQ+: Retrofittable CleanTech solutions for energy-efficient, sustainable hospitality. TRaViS ASM: AI-driven attack surface management for real-time cybersecurity solutions. QualiVerse_AI: Streamlining FDA regulatory workflows with an AI-powered platform. JigsawML: Simplifying cloud management with AI-powered insights for cost optimization and security. Care Hero: AI-driven home care platform connecting families with vetted caregivers. Ashmi Health: Personalized nutrition insights for hormonal health, powered by AI. Croi, Inc.: A platform helping families navigate college finances with clarity and confidence. Comni: AI-powered internship management for enhanced workplace efficiency. O’Ryan Health: Transforming pediatric healthcare with at-home blood sampling and personalized insights. MODUL-AD LLC: Merging online and offline advertising with innovative privacy booths. CareerGPT: Automating recruitment workflows and job-seeking with agentic AI. Arche Robotics: Revolutionizing operations with the JANUS MARK 1 robot and AI-powered platform. Nanolyx Inc.: Sustainable antimicrobial solutions for safer, greener disinfection. This is more than just a competition—it’s a celebration of innovation, a platform for groundbreaking ideas, and an opportunity to connect with Boston’s thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. Cheer on Boston’s brightest startups and be inspired by the next wave of industry leaders: https://lnkd.in/eGpcdDUe

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That's why it's often very difficult to recognize new leaders – their ideas go beyond the conventional frameworks we're accustomed to. Keep your mind open. Don't let yesterday's templates define your future. #Leadership, #Innovation, #OpenMind, #FutureThinking, #venturethinking,   https://lnkd.in/eASPGsuu

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Getting to know the entrepreneur before investing into their idea. Check out the full interview with Fred Wang. A Venture Capitalist out of Adams Street Partners. Fred Wang YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ef6BjQQg Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ekAH-V6J Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/exQs4yXe Subscribe on YouTube | Follow & Rate on Spotify | Follow & Review on Apple Podcast | #highvaluediscussions #podcast #entrepreneurship #business #venturecapitalist #investing #financialliteracy #mindset #innovation #tech #technology

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Arenas, defined by high growth and dynamism, are set to reshape the global economy with 18 potential future arenas projected to generate $29 trillion to $48 trillion in revenues by 2040. From AI to robotics, these arenas could yield $2 trillion to $6 trillion in profit, increasing their collective share of global GDP from 4% to 10-16% by 2040. Twelve current arenas, including e-commerce and biopharma, exhibited remarkable growth from 2005 to 2020, with a revenue CAGR of 10% and market cap CAGR of 16%, tripling their global GDP share to 9%. In contrast, non-arenas only saw a 4% revenue CAGR and 6% market cap CAGR over the same period. The significant differences between current arenas and non-arenas inform the understanding of future arenas, showcasing higher profits, more global giants, and strong opportunities for new entrants. The "arena-creation potion" combines business model changes, escalatory investments, and a large addressable market, fostering competitive escalation and driving innovation and growth in these dynamic sectors.

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For your weekend reflection: The generosity of advice deepens relationships. In a fantastic podcast episode, Jennifer Prosek delves into key insights essential for private investors and leaders alike: 1. The necessity of consumer branding for private investors. 2. The significance of crafting a unique narrative. 3. The empowerment that comes from bringing people together. 4. The rising trend of branding within private markets. 5. The democratization of access to alternative investments. 6. How to maximize relationships at conferences. 7. Leadership strategies to inspire and motivate talent. 8. The importance of thought leadership on LinkedIn Narratives are powerful in driving connections, for innovators and investors, everywhere.

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Now that the dust has settled after this morning's inflation news, please have a listen to my discussion with Guy Berger, Ph.D. Here, we discuss some of the important topics coming up on the labor market. Negative revisions, birth/death model, immigration, teenage participation rates, and more! Guy is someone I've known nearly as long as I have been in the business (we were both young pups at BofA in the early 2010s). At any rate, Guy has become a trusted resource on the labor markets and given his experience as a Wall Street economist, he has a way of getting his point across in a way that's useful for an investment audience. I hope you give our discussion a listen!

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Is COST a big objection for you when starting to make acquisitions? Do you want to start making acquisitions, but the COST stops you? We have a FREE 7-day Video Learning for you to get a feel of what we do as a team with 100+ acquisitions and 15 years of experience. https://lnkd.in/eS43AWsg Make sure you also join our M&A Community where we talk about acquisitions and opportunities, we network with other like-minded people 👉 https://lnkd.in/dxAuscEm #mergersandacquisitions #companyacquisitions #businessmodel

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Some are here for the glitter. Some are here for greatness. Check out the full interview with Fred Wang. A Venture Capitalist out of Adams Street Partners. Fred Wang YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ef6BjQQg Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ekAH-V6J Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/exQs4yXe Subscribe on YouTube | Follow & Rate on Spotify | Follow & Review on Apple Podcast | #highvaluediscussions #podcast #entrepreneurship #business #venturecapitalist #investing #financialliteracy #mindset #innovation #tech #technology

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Today's Boring Biz (#93): Art Transport And Installation Business -$3.5M Ask Price - $800K Cashflow - 4.4x Multiple - New York Note: We do not represent this deal, highlighting for informational purposes only for viewers What does the company do? 1. Art installation, placement and transportation 2. Serves museums, galleries, private collections 3. 40 year old company Investment highlights 1. Established client base in NYC 2. Highly trained staff 3. State-of-the-art installations techniques and devices Investment risks/concerns 1. Owner dependency risk 2. Unknown liabilities and regulations 3. Anyone on staff as true president/ GM #SMB #ETA #finance #Cashflow #investing #search #searchfund #privateequity #microprivateequity #smallbusiness #venturecapital #vc #entrepreneur #business #businessowner #art #transport #installation #newyork Disclaimer: Hypothetical and illustrative only. Please do your own research (DYOR) or work with tax and legal professionals before making a decision. This video are intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or tax advice, nor should be construed as an offer to sell, a solicitation of an offer to buy, or a recommendation for any security by SMB PE LLC or any third party.17m

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Exciting to see startups aiming to use AI to discover chemicals, materials, drugs, etc. Semi companies have taken notice: AMD is investing in and Cadence is acquiring them. Semi/EDA companies have broken out by becoming critical path, whether it’s through critical software, packaging, IP, design kits from foundries, or user communities. Aside from just making it easy to make new materials, these “AI for making X” companies also need to articulate a vision as to how they can establish monopolistic positions in their industries.

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We've smashed through 2 million listeners of The Exit Podcast - brought to you by Flippa.com and the stories we are sharing are beautiful and brilliant. This is the story of Luke Cooper, Founder at Latimer Ventures From humble beginnings to selling his tech firm Fixt for 11x its revenue, Luke's journey is nothing short of inspirational. 🎙️✨ 🌟 About Luke Cooper: Founder & Managing Partner at Latimer Ventures: A venture capital firm dedicated to empowering Black and Hispanic tech entrepreneurs. Serial Entrepreneur: Successfully exited multiple tech startups, including Fixt and Caldwell Technology Solutions. Investor & Mentor: Committed to raising $50 million to support minority-founded enterprise SaaS startups. Notable investments include Pienso, AI Squared, Meter Feeder, and CyDeploy. 🌍 Impactful Mission: Luke founded Latimer Ventures to bridge the gap in venture capital for Black founders, inspired by the innovative spirit of Lewis Latimer. He believes in creating wealth through tech entrepreneurship and demonstrating the power of diverse perspectives in building cutting-edge products. 🎧 Tune In: Discover Luke's insights on navigating the challenges of the venture capital world, his vision for Latimer Ventures, and his commitment to uplifting underrepresented founders. Don't miss this episode filled with wisdom and motivation! 🔗 Listen now on The Exit Podcast. #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #TechInnovation #LatimerVentures #TheExitPodcast #Inspiration #DiversityInTech #BlackExcellence

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Black founders are creating exceptional products and driving innovation. However, the statistics have remained stagnant, highlighting a need for change. Remember, supporting Black founders is crucial for true diversity. Progress can only be achieved if we move forward together, not separately. This is what we aim to achieve @ Diversity-X

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