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Eleventh Circuit Temporarily Blocks Fearless Fund Grant Program For Black Women-Owned Businesses

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On June 3, 2024, the Eleventh Circuit authorized a preliminary injunction in American Alliance for Equal Rights v. Fearless Fund Management, LLC et al., ruling that a grant contest that awards funding and mentorship...more

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Navigating the VC Highway: How Savvy Founders Take the Driver’s Seat in Investor Relationships

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When it comes to securing funding for their ventures, many founders are focused on one thing: money! While obtaining financial support is undoubtedly critical, it’s not the only consideration, and in fact, it’s just the...more

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Venture Capital Firms Face New Reporting Requirement With California Law

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Over three and a half years since the death of George Floyd spurred some members of the venture capital community to enact promises to increase their investments in diverse entrepreneurs, California has enacted legislation in...more

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Health Law Diagnosed – Women Leaders in Health Care: The Role and Importance of Mentorship

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In this episode, host Bridgette Keller introduces a new series of Health Law Diagnosed titled Women Leaders in Health Care. This new series will bring together women leaders for discussions on timely key issues and...more

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[Video] Client Conversations: Interview with Libby Duane Adams. co-founder of Alteryx

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Olivia Duane Adams (Libby) is the chief advocacy officer (CAO) and co-founder of Alteryx and one of only a handful of female founders to take a technology company public. Listen to how Libby’s how her client-centric approach...more

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Client Conversations: Interview with Libby Duane Adams. co-founder of Alteryx

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Olivia Duane Adams (Libby) is the chief advocacy officer (CAO) and co-founder of Alteryx and one of only a handful of female founders to take a technology company public. Listen to how Libby’s how her client-centric approach...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - April 2022 #2

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: Why entrepreneurs need a market-integrated, data-driven approach to valuing startups - Face it: You’re emotionally attached to your startup. This can get in...more

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Sidebars Podcast | Arlyne Simon, Ph.D. | Representation Matters

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In this episode, we welcome multi-faceted inventor and author, Dr. Arlyne Simon to the podcast. Arlyne is juggling three successful careers at the same time – as a biomedical engineer, an award-winning children’s book author,...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - December 2021

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: Do you think like a venture capitalist?  Are you thinking like a venture capitalist? The venture capitalist mindset, itself, is to foster a forward-thinking...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - August 2021 #5

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: How Do I Find Money to Start My Business?  One of the most difficult elements of entrepreneurship in the early stages is the search for different ways to...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - June 2021 #2

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: No, NFTs Aren’t Copyrights - Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) seem like a viable way for artists to sell art online. But to what extent does this new crypto asset...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - May 2021

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: 5 Essential Categories of Diversity All Successful Businesses Share - Influential leaders rely on a diverse team to help them solve problems and bring unique...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - February 2021 #2

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: Research: To Reduce Gender Bias in Hiring, Make Your Shortlist Longer - The tech industry is a classic example where only 10% of executive-level roles are...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - October 2020 #2

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: From The Editor’s Desk: To Grow a More Diverse Startup Ecosystem, Start At The Seed Stage - Crunchbase’s first Diversity Spotlight Report underscores the extent...more

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Transforming Primary Healthcare for Women: The Path Forward

Editor’s Note: An array of care gaps and structural barriers inhibits the U.S. primary healthcare system from fully meeting the needs of women across the life course. Recently, new models of technology-enabled primary...more

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B-Sharp On Point Newsletter - Summer 2020

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Welcome to ON POINT, a newsletter highlighting stories about gender diversity issues and women in the workplace. ...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - August 2020 #3

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: When It’s Time to Pivot, What’s Your Story? Part of starting your own business is telling a story as to why it matters. What problem are you solving? How are you...more

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Diversity in Patenting: Current Landscape and Insights from USPTO Report

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The Study of Underrepresented Classes Chasing Engineering and Science Success Act (SUCCESS Act) of 2018 tasked the Director of the U.S. Patent Office with preparing a report that (among other things) identifies publicly...more

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B-Sharp On Point - Fall 2019

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Welcome to the first edition of ON POINT, a newsletter highlighting stories about gender diversity issues and women in the workplace. ...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - June 2019 #2

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: The Future of Diversity and Inclusion in Tech - Silicon Valley is moving past compiling diversity data and onto retention and promotion for diverse employees....more

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Corporate Law & Governance Update - April 2019

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DIRECTORS AS VENDORS - A new controversy at a large health system highlights the legal and reputational challenges that can arise when directors sell services to the organizations they serve as fiduciaries. According to...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - March 2019 #3

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: When and Why Diversity Improves Your Board’s Performance Diversity for diversity’s sake likely will not have a significant impact on your market performance....more

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Gender Diversity in Patenting: Current Landscape and Recommendations

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A bipartisan group of U.S. representatives in July introduced a little-noticed but ultimately popular piece of legislation in response to reports that point to a gender, race and income gap in patent filing and grant rates. A...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - August, 2017 #2

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: Why Startups Should Look for Opportunity Between the Coasts - Startups might consider an extended pit stop in the “flyover” states, where smaller cities are...more

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In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - February, 2017 #3

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Some interesting links we found across the web this week: Board of Advisors - Free advice from industry leaders? Tackling difficult problems with experienced executives? WilmerHale Partner Josh Fox explores why and...more

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