#CBCFALC2012 Puts Focus on High-Tech Engagement
Events held at this year’s Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s (CBCF) Annual Legislative Conference emphasized the need to engage more African Americans in the nation’s digital economy and encourage them to use technology for self-advancement. “I believe that technology is one of the most dynamic tools for empowering individuals in society. Our economy and society are [...]
Read MoreGoogle for Entrepreneurs Supports Start-ups With Diverse Tech Programs Around the World
Start-ups and entrepreneurship is booming right now with approximately 400 million across 54 countries! Because of the high population of entrepreneurs around the world, people are constantly looking for new resources to help build their start-ups and connect with the right people; that is why Google launched Google for Entrepreneurs. Google for Entrepreneurs is an [...]
Read MoreWhy Aren’t Entrepreneurs Developing Innovative Solutions For Renters?
There are some 40 million rental units in America today. And that segment is growing fast as more Americans choose to rent instead of own in a tepid real estate market. While some technology providers have come to the rescue of landlords and prospective tenants, much opportunity remains. With home prices down 34% from their July 2006 peak, resulting [...]
Read MoreHow to Get the Most Out of AngelList: As a VC and Entrepreneur
I love AngelList. I truly believe it is disrupting the way early stage deals are being discovered and funded. When I was with BlackBerry Partners Fund (now Relay Ventures), I used AngelList to virtually meet and screen tons of companies. I set up Super Fridays for myself, filling my mornings and/or afternoons with back-to-back 30 minute calls [...]
Read MoreCustomer Loyalty in the 21st Century
With right-to-work laws at the forefront of local commerce conversations, it opens another discussion completely: what does customer loyalty look like in the 21st century? And how much do economic values play into purchasing decisions? Will customers who disagree with the legislation refuse to patronize participating businesses? Or is brand popularity and stability a better gauge [...]
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About the New Twitter
Twitter rolled out on Tuesday a series of design updates aimed to add more personality to member pages. Photos have been brought to the forefront and room has been made for Facebook Timeline-like cover images. Twitter CEO Dick Costolo first unveiled the updates during morning news program The Today Show — an unlikely stage for a tech company that is [...]
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