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13 Startup Events and News to Watch This Week

13 Startup Events and News to Watch This Week

A comedy festival gets social, nonprofits bone up on social media, Yahoo may have SNL but Hulu announces original series, food entrepreneurs talk fast change and ‘Slow Money,’ U.S. Chamber of Commerce lets the Sharks out, Future Insights Live looks back, Samsung’s Galaxy S4 hits stores, Unreasonable at Sea goes stateside, SCORE NYC talks startup basics, how to make a TED worthy presentation… This weeks notable news and startup events for young treps.
Crowdsourcing’s New Platform: Prime-Time Reality TV

Crowdsourcing’s New Platform: Prime-Time Reality TV

CNBC announces a new television show called 'Crowd Rules' where business owners compete for $50,000. The money is awarded based on an audience vote.
How a Stolen North Face Jacket Sparked a New Business Idea

How a Stolen North Face Jacket Sparked a New Business Idea

Inspired by chaotic coat-checking systems at bars, this young trep built a startup that landed the attention of Shark Tank and Mark Cuban. See how he made it happen.
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Young Treps Kick Off New Sports Ventures

Young Treps Kick Off New Sports Ventures

As U.S. schools cut back on arts and sports programs, administrations are increasingly turning to private providers and startups to fill the gap.
7 Startup Events and News to Watch This Week

7 Startup Events and News to Watch This Week

Shark Tank's open call, Paris gets a new startup hub, co-eds give their business pitches, New York entrepreneurs meet up and the Super Bowl kicks off in New Orleans… This week’s notable news and startup events for young treps.
Barbara Corcoran on Projecting a Big Image and Living Up to It

Barbara Corcoran on Projecting a Big Image and Living Up to It (Video)

Multimillionaire Barbara Corcoran shares lessons about the power of perception and why you should expand before you're ready at Entrepreneur's recent Growth Conference.
Barbara Corcoran’s 6 Pearls of Wisdom for Young Treps

Barbara Corcoran’s 6 Pearls of Wisdom for Young Treps

Ahead of her keynote address at Entrepreneur's annual Growth Conference, here are some of her choicest gems of advice for young entrepreneurs.
Young Entrepreneur’s 10 Most Popular Stories of 2012

Young Entrepreneur’s 10 Most Popular Stories of 2012

From inspiring quotes and giant-brand mishaps to tips on starting up and growing a business, here are the stories that became our readers' favorites this year.
Exclusive Q&A with Shark Tank’s Investors

Exclusive Q&A with Shark Tank’s Investors

Get inside the mind's of the business and investment experts at the heart of ABC's powerhouse entrepreneurship show Shark Tank, as they dish on what it takes to make it in the world of business.
What You Can Learn About Ecommerce From Used Wedding Dresses

What You Can Learn About Ecommerce From Used Wedding Dresses

An online retailer pitches the sharks on her newly minted designer wedding dress consignment business, but no one bites.
Shark Tank’s Daymond John on Thinking Big

Shark Tank’s Daymond John on Thinking Big

The investor, reality show star and entrepreneur shares insight on making decisions, pitching investors and what drives his success.
Shark Tank’s Lessons in the Art of Negotiation

Shark Tank’s Lessons in the Art of Negotiation

The entrepreneur behind a leftover-saving plate attempts to make the sharks bid against each other.
Why One Young Entrepreneur Turned Down Mark Cuban on Shark Tank

Why One Young Entrepreneur Turned Down Mark Cuban on Shark Tank

A recent grad reveals why he walked away from $200,000 for his coat-check technology.
The Email That Snagged an Investment from Shark Tank’s Mark Cuban

The Email That Snagged an Investment from Shark Tank’s Mark Cuban

You don't have to go on Shark Tank to catch the eye of a major league angel investor. Here's how one entrepreneur got funding by just sending an email.
All About ‘Young’ Entrepreneurs

All About ‘Young’ Entrepreneurs

Between 'Shark Tank' poaching for young entrepreneurs and big-brand sponsored contests focusing on the younger set, the list of available funding and support opportunities for founders goes on.
Are You the Next Steve Jobs? A New Reality TV Show Might Be Looking for You

Are You the Next Steve Jobs? A New Reality TV Show Might Be Looking for You

Simon Cowell and will.i.am are at the helm of a new show searching for the next great tech leader.
Barbara Corcoran’s Secrets to Success

Barbara Corcoran’s Secrets to Success

At the 2012 World Business Forum, Shark Tank investor Barbara Corcoran shared the lessons that helped her business grow.
The Shark Tank Effect: Top Success Stories from the First 3 Seasons

The Shark Tank Effect: Top Success Stories from the First 3 Seasons

Just in time for the premiere of season four, a look back at 11 of Shark Tank's most successful entrepreneurs.
One Entrepreneur’s Rocky Road to Success After ‘Shark Tank’

One Entrepreneur’s Rocky Road to Success After ‘Shark Tank’

One of Shark Tank's first entrepreneurs, Tiffany Krumins, talks about dealing with cancer, giving up half of her equity, and the challenges of getting her product made in the U.S.
From Zero to ‘Shark Tank’ Hero in 3 Months Flat

From Zero to ‘Shark Tank’ Hero in 3 Months Flat

Student entrepreneur Joseph Draschil on what he learned from pitching his business to Daymond John and Mark Cuban.
Where ‘Shark Tank’ Goes to Poach Young Entrepreneurs

Where ‘Shark Tank’ Goes to Poach Young Entrepreneurs

Starting up when you're 13 may not be easy, but for some it could mean landing big bucks -- as ABC's hit show 'Shark Tank' looks for fodder on school campuses.
Daymond John on Engaging Young Entrepreneurs and Building a Better Business

Daymond John on Engaging Young Entrepreneurs and Building a Better Business

The 'Shark Tank' investor shares his thoughts on youth and entrepreneurship, as well as business trends and using social media.
How Guppy Treps Fared After a Swim in the ‘Shark Tank’

How Guppy Treps Fared After a Swim in the ‘Shark Tank’

Here's a look at what happened to three companies once their young founders got investors to take the bait.