Here’s a roundup of interesting startup links I came across today:
Invest in Tender Loving Empire — Scalable Retail With a Positive Community Impact | Tender Loving Empire
Investing in TLE means having a stake in a successful retail business that supports local communities rather than extracting from them AND is poised to be the next breakout Portland brick and mortar brand. We’re inviting our customers, artists, and supporters to join us — not just to back our business, but to make an impact on hundreds of other small businesses as well.
Series A Documents – Standard Capital
Standard Capital uses a set of pre-negotiated documents to streamline the fundraising process. These documents are designed to have a balanced and consistent set of terms, ensuring that both founders and Standard are well-represented.
Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says • Oregon Capital Chronicle
The long-anticipated announcement came hours after the four-state West Coast Health Alliance recommended vaccines for COVID-19, flu and respiratory syncytial virus
Nvidia and Intel announce jointly developed ‘Intel x86 RTX SOCs’ for PCs with Nvidia graphics, also custom Nvidia data center x86 processors — Nvidia buys $5 billion in Intel stock in seismic deal | Tom’s Hardware
In a surprise announcement that finds two long-time rivals working together, Nvidia and Intel announced today that the companies will jointly develop multiple new generations of x86 products together — a seismic shift with profound implications for the entire world of technology. Before the news broke, Tom’s Hardware spoke with Nvidia representatives to learn more details about the company’s plans.
Portland faces major cash crunch as city sees drop in expected tax revenue – oregonlive.com
Officials with the City Budget Office have projected a $16 million deficit to Portland’s general fund, according to five people briefed on the current estimate. That figure could change in the coming weeks as the Budget Office continues its fiscal analysis.
Steve Blank When Sh!t Hits the Fan – Founders in a Crisis
Startups are inherently chaotic. Founders face a constant barrage of decisions, demands, and distractions. But they need to recognize when an event/outcome can have an order of magnitude/life or death impact on their company.
The Right Way To Pitch VCs And Accelerators (And Why Most Founders Get It Wrong)
It’s crucial for founders to understand the perspectives of their potential investors. From reviewing thousands of pitch decks in both venture and accelerator settings, I’ve noticed that founders often misunderstand what different types of investors are actually looking for.
What is a Stealth Mode Startup?
A stealth mode startup is a company that deliberately avoids public visibility while developing its product and operations.
Black-Owned Businesses and BIPOC Construction Professionals See New Era
Albina One opens amid an eventful couple of years for Black Portland residents who have suffered from the city’s legacy of racism and displacement, specifically in North and Northeast neighborhoods.
