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Backstage Capital Is Funding Startups by Underestimated Entrepreneurs

Success

Christie Pitts, Backstage Capital’s general partner, talks about the early days of the Los Angeles-based company and how she got involved: Working in the music industry, Hamilton learned about startups and networked with investors and entrepreneurs. I personally identify as all three.”

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Managers, Can You Hear Me Now?: Hard-Hitting Lessons on How to Get Real Results

Ian's Messy Desk

Among the most prominent architects of the wireless communications industry, the former Verizon Wireless president and CEO has had one of the most remarkable careers in modern business. Strigl shares all the skills and techniques he used to build Verizon into one of the greatest growth companies in any industry.

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Top 10 Signs Coworking is Entering the Mainstream

Small Business Labs

Based on what we saw, heard and learned, coworking is entering the mainstream. The real estate industry is embracing coworking : We regularly hear from real estate people developing shared spaces these days and they were active at GCUC. Segmentation and growth into niche markets are clear signs of a maturing industry

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