Bootstrapping with Sophisticated Strategy: Rob Douglas, CEO of BioConnect (Part 2)

Sramana Mitra: In 2001, you’re done with Siebel Systems. What happens next? Rob Douglas: My ultimate goal was to become a successful entrepreneur and CEO. It was now time to learn more general management skills. I joined a company called Pivotal, which was a mid-market CRM company based out of Vancouver. I was the EVP

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Bootstrapping with Sophisticated Strategy: Rob Douglas, CEO of BioConnect (Part 1)

If you haven’t already, please study our Bootstrapping Course and Investor Introductions page.  Rob has built a thriving founder-financed business from Toronto using very sophisticated strategic maneuvering. I just loved discussing the strategic nuances of this business. You’ll learn a LOT from reading this story. Sramana Mitra: Let’s start at the very beginning of your journey. Where are you

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February 8 – 385th 1Mby1M Mentoring Roundtable for Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs are invited to the 385th FREE online 1Mby1M mentoring roundtable on Thursday, February 8, 2018, at 8 a.m. PST/11 a.m. EST/9:30 p.m. India IST. If you are a serious entrepreneur, register to “pitch” and sell your business idea. You’ll receive straightforward feedback, advice on next steps, and answers to any of your questions. Others can register

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384th Roundtable Recording On February 1, 2018: With Gaurav Jain, Afore Capital

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Roundtable Recap: February 1 – A View into Pre-Seed Funding with Gaurav Jain of Afore Capital

During this week’s roundtable, we had as our guest Gaurav Jain, Managing Partner at Afore Capital, a firm focused on pre-seed investments. It’s an excellent conversation for entrepreneurs looking for insights into pre-seed. Bodhi Academy As for the entrepreneur pitch, Vadiraj Katti from San Jose, California, Bodhi Academy, a concept focused on improving financial literacy

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384th Roundtable For Entrepreneurs Starting NOW: Live Tweeting By @1Mby1M

Today’s 384th FREE online 1Mby1M roundtable for entrepreneurs is starting NOW, on Thursday, February 1, at 8:00 a.m. PST/11:00 a.m. EST/9:30 p.m. India IST. Click here to join. All are welcome!

384th Roundtable For Entrepreneurs Starting In 30 Minutes: Live Tweeting By @1Mby1M

Today’s 384th FREE online 1Mby1M roundtable for entrepreneurs is starting in 30 minutes, on Thursday, February 1, at 8:00 a.m. PST/11:00 a.m. EST/9:30 p.m. India IST. Click here to join. All are welcome!

Thursday, February 1 – 384th 1Mby1M Mentoring Roundtable for Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs are invited to the 384th FREE online 1Mby1M mentoring roundtable on Thursday, February 1, 2018, at 8 a.m. PST/11 a.m. EST/9:30 p.m. India IST. If you are a serious entrepreneur, register to “pitch” and sell your business idea. You’ll receive straightforward feedback, advice on next steps, and answers to any of your questions. Others can register

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