What Makes A Great Patent?
What are the elements of a patent—and the steps to building a solid patent portfolio?
The Challenge of Investing in Early-Stage SaaS Companies
Why Software as a Service companies are tricky to navigate for investors, and some ways to evaluate them.
How do I get funding for my business?
Does your business need funding — and is there room for an investor?
How Valuable is a Patent?
Are patents valuable, and if so, how important are they to the IP portfolio for a company?
Investors Don’t Experience FOMO
Don’t make the mistake of thinking investors are going to buy into a fear of missing out.
Entrepreneurs: The Ultimate Underdog
Everyone loves an underdog, and entrepreneurs are the ultimate underdogs!
Insight from Angels
What do angels look for in a great presentation or pitch? Hear from one Angel Investor and CEP member about his experience evaluation investments.
Bridging the Communications Divide
The biggest gap in understanding capital is between investors and the entrepreneurs asking for funding.
Is your venture ready for funding?
How to know if your business is ready for investor funding.
How To Pitch Your Business For Investment
Build a better presentation and get the funding you seek with this great pitch guide.
Community First Investment
Our investment strategy brings local economies to the forefront