Posts tagged with entrepreneurs

May 1, 2012 · Tips & Insights

5 Rookie Mistakes in Crowdfunding

Avoid some of the most common rookie mistakes in setting up your campaign, including…. Your pitch video is more like a short film You know how you’re watching TV and countless ads come on? Even though it feels like they go on forever, they’re actually… read more

October 24, 2011 · IGG

PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: Beta Ltd. Announces “Indie Award” Startup Competition in Partnership with IndieGoGo

Offering an innovative alternative to traditional fundraising, Beta Ltd. today announces the “Indie Award”, a competition for early stage technology startups. Beta Ltd. produces startup mixers in San Francisco, New York, Boston, Seattle, Boulder, and Dublin. At each event, a selected group of startups presents before Beta Ltd.’s audience, comprised of hundreds of founders, developers, media professionals, and… read more

October 3, 2011 · Success Stories

6Qs With Donny from Foodaissance

Brooklyn's culinary scene has diverted the world away from Manhattan, the once-considered mecca of gastronomy, towards a borough known for it's DIY makers, flea markets, artists studios and thriving community of artisan food entrepreneurs. Local photographer, Donny Tsang, wanted to capture the people behind a… read more

September 19, 2011 · Success Stories

6Qs With Mia Hebib from Oblik Atelier!

 Q1. Tell us about your campaign…. your inspiration, goals, why it’s important to you!I wanted to create a temporary exhibit showcasing art jewelry in NYC. It is a small but thriving community and it is under-represented in the city. I was searching for this place and eventually I realized I… read more

September 15, 2011 · IGG

The SEC Creates Advisory Panel to Explore Crowdfunding Law

The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is currently examining its current rules which states that private companies cannot access public investors beyond individual investments of $100.  Should this rule be formalized, it can affect the legal ramifications for crowd-funding activity and minimize the usage… read more

August 29, 2011 · IGG

SXSW 2012 Panels – Vote for IndieGoGo!

March 2012 seems like aeons away considering we’re barely over summer, the East Coast is just dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Irene and school hasn’t even opened its doors to the kids. But here at IndieGoGo we’re already prepping for our workshops!  As many… read more

May 3, 2011 · IGG

The Startup America Partnership & Our $30MM Commitment

April 20th was a hallmark day for the IndieGoGo community.  We announced a partnership  with the White House and Startup America, and we were invited to participate in President Obama's Town Hall at Facebook headquarters, which was hosted by Mark Zuckerburg. I am very proud… read more