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A.T. Gimbel

The Entrepreneur’s Edge: Why You Need to Get “In the Flow”

I was recently at a Plug In Ventures event in Atlanta, watching the high-decibel exchange between ambitious founders and local…

May 7, 2026 · 2 min read
Kathryn O'Day

ICYMI: What Founders Need To Know About Raising Capital in 2026

The secrets I shared last week 😉

Apr 21, 2026 · 3 min read
David Cummings

The First Five Questions to Ask After a Startup Pitch

Last week, I met with an entrepreneur to hear his pitch for the first time. This wasn’t a fundraising pitch.…

Apr 4, 2026 · 3 min read
A.T. Gimbel

What traits do you look for in a founder?

We have been getting a lot of great questions from entrepreneurs at our monthly Atlanta Ventures Office Hours events.

Jan 22, 2026 · 3 min read
A.T. Gimbel

I told you so

I recently heard an “I told you so.” We all know how frustrating this can be from both sides.

Dec 11, 2025 · 2 min read
David Cummings

Where to Start Evaluating an Angel Investment

Last week, a friend reached out asking for help evaluating a startup investment from the perspective of someone who hadn’t…

Nov 15, 2025 · 3 min read
Kathryn O'Day

Moving Forward After Your First Startup Fails

You made the hard decision to shut things down. What next?

Oct 14, 2025 · 5 min read
Kathryn O'Day

Simple Fundraising Formulas Every Founder Should Know

2 back-of-the-napkin calculations to make before you raise!

Sep 30, 2025 · 6 min read
Kathryn O'Day

6 Subtle Signs It’s Time To Quit Your Startup

Should you persevere or wind it down? Here's how to know.

Sep 9, 2025 · 5 min read
Kathryn O'Day

5 Bad Reasons Founders Raise Money

Should you raise capital for your startup? Here's 5 traps to watch out for!

Aug 26, 2025 · 6 min read