How Crowdfunding is Changing Fintech

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Last month something big happened in the crowdfunding world. Three long years after the passing of the Jobs Act, non-accredited individuals can finally invest in private companies. This is going to be the first time since the Great Depression that an average American can do this. The new rules, called “Reg A+” will replace the… Continue reading How Crowdfunding is Changing Fintech

Who to Know: Fintech in NYC

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New York’s long cemented status as a financial hub has led to its natural progression into a hotspot for innovative financial technology startups. Here’s who you need to know in fintech in NYC.NEW YORK NETWORKSFinTech Startups Meetup: A huge meetup group with over 3,000 members, this meetup hosts monthly events in a variety of formats… Continue reading Who to Know: Fintech in NYC

The Quick Guide to Impact Investing

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At a Rockefeller Foundation meeting eight years ago in Italy, leaders in philanthropy and finance first coined the term “impact investing,” meaning investments in businesses with a double or triple bottom line: delivering financial, environmental, and social returns.Impact investments are a subset of Sustainable, Responsible and Impact (SRI) investments, and the most change-driven of the… Continue reading The Quick Guide to Impact Investing

Who to Know: Social Entrepreneurship in NYC

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Social entrepreneurs and impact investors alike should be sure to know about these organizations in New York and beyond.  NEW YORK NETWORKS Centre for Social Innovation (CSI): Begun in Toronto, Canada in 2003, the Centre’s first New York location opened in 2013 and has since become a hub for social entrepreneurs in the city. The… Continue reading Who to Know: Social Entrepreneurship in NYC

Lessons from London: how government is cultivating startup growth in Tech City

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New York City’s standing as a global technology hub cannot be disputed. The city has been characterized as a role model for urban tech hubs, and as such, numerous global competitors have been taking notes and have set their sights on taking a bite out of the Big Apple. Unless New York City’s stakeholders continue… Continue reading Lessons from London: how government is cultivating startup growth in Tech City

Top Incubators in NYC

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For startups looking to get a leg up in their industry in New York City, incubators can be a good choice. These long-term programs for startups usually provide not only a collaborative environment, office resources (Wi-Fi, printing, and conference rooms), and industry events, but often they also provide mentorship, may assist in securing funding, and… Continue reading Top Incubators in NYC

NYC – Leading Fashion Innovation

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New York City has long been a hub of fashion, with some even arguing that it is the number one fashion capital in the world. Whatever the ranking, NYC has long had a place among the Big Four fashion cities alongside Paris, Milan, and London. It holds the title by having some of the best… Continue reading NYC – Leading Fashion Innovation

From Devils to Dresses: The Fashion Industry in NY

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Fashion today is about so much more than the latest color palette or type of ruffle. As a major, globalized industry with cutting edge innovation in the form of wearable technology, fashion is making our lives easier while keeping us stylish. US Fashion Industry by the Numbers $182.85 billion: annual clothing store sales $1,700: per… Continue reading From Devils to Dresses: The Fashion Industry in NY

Finding Office Space as a Startup: Top Co-Working Spaces in NYC

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Deciding that you want to be an entrepreneur and start your own business can be both a dream come true and your biggest nightmare. Finally, you’ll be working for yourself, making your own decisions, and working on your own schedule.  But without proper training, time management, and purpose, being an entrepreneur can be incredibly challenging.… Continue reading Finding Office Space as a Startup: Top Co-Working Spaces in NYC

New York City in 2015: Trends to Watch

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This is the time of year for lists. We asked ourselves: “What topics from New York City will hit the news outside of the city in 2015?” Here is our list of trends to watch in the five hottest categories. BUSINESS Review: 2014 was a good year for NYC businesses with a record number of… Continue reading New York City in 2015: Trends to Watch