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Insights, stories, and strategies for startup founders navigating the entrepreneurial journey.

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Founders

New Programs Emerge to Support Women Over 50 Launching Startups

New entrepreneurship institutes are emerging to support women over 50 becoming founders, coinciding with a reported increase in startup activity within this demographic. These programs offer targeted mentorship, networking, and access to capital to address specific challenges faced by experienced professionals.

Ethan Calder· Apr 7· 3 min read
Diverse group of early-stage founders actively participating in a dynamic startup speedrun session, collaborating around a whiteboard in a modern co-working space, symbolizing innovation and strategic business development.

Monash Council Unveils Startup Speedrun Sessions for Founders

Ethan Calder · Apr 7
Diverse entrepreneurs networking at a modern startup event in Traverse City, Michigan, with a backdrop of the city's scenic bay and collaborative energy.

Northern Michigan Startup Week Returns to Traverse City in April 2026

Ethan Calder · Apr 7
Diverse founders collaborating in a modern startup office, symbolizing the partnership between CU Boulder and Techstars to boost the regional startup ecosystem.

CU Boulder and Techstars Partner to Boost Regional Startup Ecosystem

Ethan Calder · Apr 6
Entrepreneurs networking at a modern conference in Abu Dhabi, showcasing innovation and global collaboration at the Global Entrepreneurship Festival.

Abu Dhabi to Host 2026 Global Entrepreneurship Festival in April

Ethan Calder · Apr 6
Diverse entrepreneurs collaborate in a modern co-working space, symbolizing strong support systems, shared resources, and community-driven success replacing the 'self-made' myth.

Founder Support Systems Replace 'Self-Made' Myth in Entrepreneurship

The 'self-made' entrepreneur is a myth; modern success relies on strong support systems. Explore how community-driven initiatives and formal networks are empowering founders to build resilient businesses.

Ethan Calder· Apr 5· 6 min
Women entrepreneurs pitch their startup ideas to venture capitalists, symbolizing efforts to close the funding gap and promote diversity in tech investment.

Venture Firms Target Funding Gap for Women Entrepreneurs Amid Setbacks

Efforts to close the startup funding gap for women entrepreneurs face a complex landscape of progress and setbacks, exemplified by the growth of dedicated funds and the pause of California's VC diversity law.

Ethan Calder· Apr 4· 5 min

Opinion & Editorial

Startup founders presenting an AI project with ethical guardrails to venture capitalists, symbolizing responsible innovation and securing investment in a modern boardroom setting.

Your 'Disruptive' AI Won't Get Funded Without Ethical Guardrails

Ethan Calder · Apr 9
A diverse group of confident women over 50, dressed in modern business attire, collaborating in a sleek, sunlit startup office, embodying experienced entrepreneurial leadership.

The Startup World's New Power Players Are Women Over 50

Ethan Calder · Apr 8
A modern skyscraper with cracks in its foundation, symbolizing a startup built without robust infrastructure, on the verge of collapse, under a stormy sky.

Why Founders Must Prioritize Robust Business Infrastructure Early to Avoid Collapse

Ethan Calder · Apr 6
A founder at a crossroads, choosing between a chaotic, disruptive AI path and a stable, responsible AI development path, symbolizing a critical business decision.

The Reckless AI Gold Rush: Why Founders Must Choose Responsibility Over Disruption

Lucas Bennet · Apr 6

Analysis & Trends

A visionary founder overlooking a rapidly expanding, futuristic city at dawn, symbolizing strategic leadership and the challenges of scaling a business.

Top 5 Essential Leadership Qualities for Founders in Rapid Scale-Up

Ethan Calder · Apr 6
A diverse team of startup founders analyzing holographic data visualizations of key performance indicators, representing strategic decision-making for sustainable business growth.

7 Essential Metrics Every Startup Should Track for Sustainable Growth

Ethan Calder · Apr 4