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Technology Strategy for Early Stage Companies

Michael King

05 Oct 2023

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I recently presented to Academy Investor Network's AINVentures on principles and some recommended software tools by technology category for early stage companies. AIN is a great pre-seed and seed-stage focused venture fund, with a focus on connecting U.S. Military Academy graduates and investing in dual-use (Government and commercial) veteran-led companies.

https://www.slideshare.net/mikehking/technology-strategy-for-early-stage-companies

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