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Property Meld Acquires Mezo Property Meld, the leading property maintenance operations platform, today announced its acquisition of Mezo.

So excited to see Mezo join Property Meld! Big shoutout to Mike, Erin, John, and the whole team for all the hard work and passion you've put into this. Their journey as @joinffl.com alumni will keep inspiring others who are just starting their own paths.
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2/ Their mission to alleviate the administrative burden on clinicians with AI is so crucial. As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, innovations like theirs are essential for creating more efficient, effective, and human-centered care environments.

Qventus secures $105M investment, accelerating development of industry-first AI solutions This funding will accelerate the development and expansion of our AI Operational Assistants platform across care settings.

1/ Huge congratulations to Mudit, Ian, and the whole team at Qventus. @joinffl.com is glad to have played a small part in their journey. www.qventus.com/resources/bl...

The 5 Top Startup Accelerators and Incubators to Jumpstart Your Business Startup accelerators and incubators are an innovative and effective way to get a business off the ground. Here are five of the best programs in operation at the moment.

Yep, that's right! Founder Friendly Labs is an equity-free accelerator designed specifically for experienced professionals. Like other accelerators, we like to help founders build their tech startups:
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Starter pack of VCs, startup accelerators, and people who work at them on Bluesky 🦋
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4/ Seek out other founders, engage with them, and create that safety net of people who truly understand what you’re going through. That community can make all the difference when you’re facing tough decisions, navigating roadblocks, or simply need a fresh perspective.

3/ It’s not just about getting advice—it’s about finding a group of people who challenge you, support you, and help you grow. So, if you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t go it alone.

2/ That’s why one of the most powerful things a founder can do is build a network of other entrepreneurs to lean on. With @joinffl.com, I’ve seen firsthand how valuable it is for founders to connect with like-minded people who understand the struggle.

1/ Early-stage founders often feel like they’re carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders. Building a business from scratch is daunting, and the isolation can be overwhelming. The truth is, no one can do it alone.

2/"I actually emailed Chris and told him, 'Thanks for writing this,'" Charles shared.

Thinking back to his early career, he remembered one boss telling him, "No one owes you a reply." There’s a lot more to unpack here. The Learning Corner podcast dive is definitely worth it!

YouTube video by The Learning Corner by Precursor Episode #11: Chris Neumann, Forbes, The Economist

1/Charles Hudson from Precursor Ventures is a VC who has his finger on the pulse of the startup world. So when he weighed in on Chris Neumann's post "In Silicon Valley, No Answer is an Answer," it definitely caught my attention.
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Excited to see more of the VC and startup ecosystem on Bluesky! 🦋

Hollaaaaa! 🎉 So glad you’re on Bluesky! 🦋

Glad to! Yup, @hustlefundvc.bsky.social really puts on some fantastic events!

Added! Fan of the equity-free model and how it gives startups the freedom to grow without giving up ownership.

#74: Winding Down From a $400M Fundraise, or How to Move Forward After Forward (with Adrian Aoun) When Adrian Aoun, founder of Forward, joined the pod this week, he declared himself a member of our More or Less “elite listener club.” But this time, he swapped headphones for the mic – and honestly,...

2/ "Why would I be angry at you? You landed the plane... Guess how many founders land the plane? I'd put it at 10%. Most of them never call again, and you just never hear from them again."
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#74: Winding Down From a $400M Fundraise, or How to Move Forward After Forward (with Adrian Aoun) When Adrian Aoun, founder of Forward, joined the pod this week, he declared himself a member of our More or Less “elite listener club.” But this time, he swapped headphones for the mic – and honestly,...

1/ When a startup doesn't work out, it's really important for founders to wrap things up properly and land the plane. I was pretty surprised by what Dave Morin, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Offline Ventures, said he heard from an investor:

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Free Carta for Startups — Founder Friendly Labs Members of Founder Friendly Labs receive a 100% discount off your first year of Carta's Build or Grow plan w/ 409A valuations and 83(b) electronic filing in addition to the other program benefits. App...

As part of Founder Friendly Labs, startups get access to valuable resources like peer mentoring, 100% discount off the first year of Carta's Build or Grow plan w/ 409A valuations, and AWS credits. We understand founders are busy, so we offer a low-commitment experience. www.joinffl.com/free-carta

Founder Friendly Labs Founder Friendly Labs (FFL) is the equity-free startup accelerator for experienced professionals. Startups can receive startup and cloud credits from partners including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Firs...

Welcome back! Great to see more of the startup ecosystem move here. One thing I'm working on is Founder Friendly Labs, the equity-free startup accelerator for experienced professionals.
www.joinffl.com

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VC & Startup Accelerators on Bluesky 🦋 Join the conversation

Amanda, great list! Can you add me to it?

Here's one with VCs, startup accelerators, and people who work at them on Bluesky. 🦋
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VC Bluesky Join the conversation

Russ, thanks for sharing! Could you add me to the list?

And here's one for just the VCs and startup accelerators for tech startups on Bluesky. 🦋
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Thanks for reaching out. I'm limiting this list to VCs, startup accelerators, and people who work at them. Does that match what you do?

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Made a starter pack of VCs and startup accelerators for tech startups on Bluesky.
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Happy Thanksgiving!

Whether you’re raising or investing, understanding the role of valuation caps in SAFEs is becoming more important than ever. They are the standard in early-stage funding and are by far the most popular way to structure a SAFE.

A valuation cap sets an upper limit on the price at which the SAFE will convert into equity, protecting investors from excessive dilution in the event of a high-growth future round. For founders, it’s a way to raise capital while aligning incentives for growing the startup and a future raise.

Did you know that 89% of recent SAFEs were issued with a valuation cap? 📊
This trend highlights how both founders and investors are seeking clarity around equity stakes and valuation in early-stage startup deals.

Haha, love it! The world can use more in-person hangouts.