Investor Connect: John Kim of Aphelion Capital on Cardiovascular & Brain Health Investing
In this episode of Investor Connect, we welcome John Kim, Managing Director at Aphelion Capital, a healthcare-focused venture firm investing in early and mid-stage medical device and digital health companies. John shares Aphelion's evolution from an evergreen, medical-device-only strategy to a stronger focus on cardiovascular and brain health, including a…
How To Write a Press Release for Your Startup
Press releases can help the startup gain exposure in the marketplace. This helps recruit employees, find customers, and attract investors. Founders can do this upon closing a round of funding. Here are the steps to write a press release for your startup: Start with a compelling headline that motivates the…
Steps To Build an MVP
Building an MVP is a part of almost every founder's work. Here are the key steps to build an MVP. Most founders build an MVP and then talk to users. Instead, talk to users first and then build the MVP. Take into account the users' feedback. Release the initial MVP…
The Challenges of the Startup Life
The startup life brings many challenges. It's not for the faint of heart. It will demand the best of you and will test you often. Here are some key challenges in the startup life: Most founders have co-founders to deal with. Maintaining the relationship is tantamount to having a marriage.…
Finding New Startup Ideas
When finding new startup ideas, start with your own interests in mind. Look for solutions to problems or challenges you face. Here are the steps to finding new startup ideas from your own experiences: Choose a problem that is a major pain point. Skip the casual problems that generate solutions…
