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How to make partnerships your company's superpower
11 March 2020 | By Ian McDonald in: Opinion, The Disruptor
Partnerships can be an innovative solution with strong opportunities. It can also bring a series of challenges and hit a wall. Companies that can successfully partner can receive exponential returns. The… Read more
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Banknotes: Understanding the loan process
22 January 2020 | By Basma Hamodi in: Banknotes, Opinion
Many new or growing companies apply for loans, but it can be a mysterious process if you have never done it before. Banknotes breaks down the average process. Read more
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The evolution of tech scouting for strategic advantage
29 November 2019 | By Ian McDonald in: Opinion, The Disruptor
Iain McDonald talks about his scouting approach to finding startup partners and leveraging opportunities on his recent visit to Israel as part of the Communitech global innovation tour. Read more
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Banknotes: Safeguarding your firm from fraud
15 November 2019 | By Basma Hamodi in: Banknotes, Opinion
Although Canada is one of the safest places to live and work, according to the Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses one in five small businesses has been victimized by fraud, this article explores… Read more
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The changing face of corporate-startup partnerships
07 November 2019 | By Ian McDonald in: Enterprise, Featured, Opinion, The Disruptor
In the past the relationship between corporations and startups could be adversary or at least arms-length as corporations feared the threat of disruption posed by startups, today however corporate organizations… Read more
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Banknotes: A budget is crucial for any new business
10 October 2019 | By Basma Hamodi in: Banknotes, Opinion
This issue of Banknotes we discuss one of the most important processes that entrepreneurs face, budgeting. From budgeting methods, important details and tips and tricks this article will take you through… Read more
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Banknotes: How to build a business plan
09 September 2019 | By Basma Hamodi in: Banknotes, Opinion
A sound business plan is the foundation of any business. While previously rigid, the emerging trend is an online pitch deck. A pitch deck is a quick and clear way to explain your company to investors and… Read more
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Banknotes: Eliminating common fundraising mistakes
05 September 2019 | By Ryan McCartney in: Banknotes, Opinion
This issue of Bank Notes talks about the realities of funding a company and the right and wrong ways of doing it, from seeking the right type of funding to being transparent about your business. Read more
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Banknotes: Etiquette when fundraising
09 August 2019 | By Basma Hamodi in: Banknotes, Opinion
Quantitative aspects of your company are not the only factors that play a decision-making role in the eyes of an investor. The impression an entrepreneur gives off when meeting with investors and pitching… Read more
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Banknotes: Leveraging intellectual property
03 July 2019 | By Basma Hamodi in: Banknotes, Opinion
The intangible assets affiliated with IP are misunderstood and underutilized by many. It is estimated that 90 per cent of an S&P 500 company’s assets are considered intangible. The shift from tangibles… Read more