American Entrepreneurship Today

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Veterans Day: Mastering Government Contracts

This Veterans Day, we're proud to feature a true leader and expert on Experienced Voices: Hillary Boyce, Founder and CEO of BAFO Services LLC.

Hillary's journey is a testament to the skill and dedication veterans bring to the business world. A decorated U.S. Army veteran, she has spent over two decades mastering the world of government contracting—from procurement to ex*****on.

In this episode, "How To Land a Government Contract with Expert Hillary Boyce," you'll learn:
- How to navigate the federal contracting landscape to find your best opportunities.
- Strategies and steps to land your first contract
- What to expect when your company executes its contract, and more.

Hillary’s expertise has been recognized with the U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce's Emerging Star and Stellar Awards. Don't miss her unique insights!

Tune in now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2083521/episodes/17764745

11/11/2025

🚀 A Veterans Day Story That Reaches for the Stars

On this Veterans Day, we at Experienced Voices are honored to share the extraordinary journey of Carol Craig, CEO of Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU).

Carol is a true trailblazer. She began her career as a pioneering Naval Flight Officer, flying P-3 Orion Aircraft and paving the way for women in the military.

Her transition from the cockpit to the boardroom is an inspiring blueprint for success. Hear how her first startup, Craig Technologies, leveraged crucial SBA programs designed for women, veterans, and minorities, propelling her into the top tier of aerospace entrepreneurship.

Carol's story powerfully illustrates:
- The direct link between military discipline and business success.
- The strategic value of utilizing resources like SBA programs for rapid business growth.

Don't miss this episode celebrating service, innovation, and leadership: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2083521/episodes/13079794

07/11/2025

🎙️ Driving Success: Product-Market Fit in the EV Sector

In this Experienced Voices podcast excerpt, we dive deep into the world of electric vehicles (EVs) and distributed energy with Broc TenHouten, Co-founder and CEO of Intrinsic Power, Inc.

Broc, a leading authority in distributed energy and EV technology commercialization, shares a crucial insight for all entrepreneurs: The undeniable importance of Product-Market Fit.

Intrinsic Power didn't just launch a tech startup; they started by rigorously identifying and solving major pain points that were directly impacting consumer EV use and the growing capacity challenges on our national electrical grid.
- Want to know how a deep understanding of customer pain points is the ultimate catalyst for innovation?
- Curious about the future of electric vehicles and the strategic approach to launching an impactful tech company?

Listen to Broc's valuable perspective on building a business that genuinely solves a problem. Product-Market Fit isn't a nice-to-have; it's the foundation for scaling and success.

Listen to the full episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2083521/episodes/15880678

07/11/2025

Funding Alert: The Fragmented GTM Stack is officially over.

We are thrilled to announce Reevo’s launch with $80 Million in funding, co-led by Khosla Ventures and Kleiner Perkins!

Reevo is the first AI-native Revenue Operating System that unifies Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success into one intelligent platform. No more tool sprawl, manual data entry, or siloed insights. We're replacing the legacy cloud-era ecosystem to give revenue teams a single source of truth and the context needed to win.

As CEO David Zhu puts it, the goal is simple: "Stop working for the tools and have one tool that works for GTM teams to win."

Read the full story on how Reevo is redefining revenue generation 👇

Reevo launched with $80M in funding co-led by Khosla Ventures and Kleiner Perkings, backing the Only AI-Native GTM Platform

05/11/2025

Can't afford a high-cost tech team in your Small Business? Use No-Code AI instead! 🛠️

If you run a small business, this article is the guide you need to start using Artificial Intelligence for growth and efficiency.

We cover:
- How to tackle complex tasks with simple, drag-and-drop tools.
- The 5 real-world tasks you can automate immediately.
- Why off-the-shelf solutions are a great option.

Read the Beginner’s Guide to Implementing AI in Your Small Business now!

Small businesses can implement AI without a tech by following the steps in this article using No-code AI tools.

04/11/2025

Stress is now a performance issue—not a wellness perk. Two groups feel it more!

New data from Humankind + NORC shows 79% of Gen Z workers say stress distracts them at work; 3 in 4 employees overall report hits to focus, motivation, and decision-making. Add shrinking support networks (47% of adults have two or fewer people to call in a crisis; nearly 1 in 10 younger workers have no one) and employers are motivated to mitigate.

What business leaders can do now:
- Close the benefits gap for younger workers—add financial wellness, mental health, and habit supports (sleep/nutrition/exercise).
- Shift from portals to people—pair digital tools with proactive human outreach and care navigation.
- Build social scaffolding—mentorship, manager training, and community groups for early support.
- Measure what matters—track leading indicators like focus, motivation, and decision quality.

Performance follows quality of life. Companies that meet employees when and where they need support will win on engagement, retention, and productivity.

Can you guess the other group that has higher stress levels?

The Humankind 2025 Quality of Life Trend Report identified groups that experience higher stress and gave employer recommendations to help.

03/11/2025

🎧 Staying Innovative: The Power of Client-Centricity

In this clip, Stacey shares how NEP Services maintains a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving digital landscape, including the shift to Industrial 4.0 and the integration of AI.

Stacey explains how focusing on the user experience and truly understanding their pain points, especially those faced by NEP's Union and Non-profit clients, is key to innovation.

This approach ensures NEP builds platforms that effectively transition clients from legacy processes to specialized digital solutions.

Beyond technology, Stacey also discusses the importance of fostering a dynamic culture of teamwork to support this innovative spirit.

Hear the full conversation about digital transformation, collaborative working relationships, and the excitement of building an innovative company: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2083521/episodes/15258562

31/10/2025

Small business banking satisfaction just hit a 3-year high—but risk signals are flashing.

J.D. Power’s 2025 study shows overall satisfaction up +11 points, driven by stronger financial-health support (+17) and communication (+16).

Notably, 61% received advice from their primary bank and 94% say it improved their financial habits. Issue resolution is way up, with 90% reporting their last problem was solved.

Dual relationships matter too: 84% also hold a personal account with the same bank and score +64 points higher.

Yet beneath the optimism: only 35% report excellent credit; just 57% pay all bills on time. Top external pressures: Inflation (50%), Tariffs (37%), Interest rates (37%), Supply chain (33%), Hiring/retention (27%).

Congrats to 2025 satisfaction leaders: Capital One (737), Fifth Third Bank (729), Chase (726).

Key Takeaway: Proactive guidance and clear communication are key to winning loyalty today—and are even more valuable when financial headwinds arise.

J.D. Power's annual survey of small business banking relationships revealed positive support as well as concerns emerging impacting small business.

31/10/2025

Immigration is no longer a compliance burden—it's a strategic competitive advantage that companies need to lead and grow.

US innovation is heavily reliant on global talent, and with 442,000 workers now competing for just 85,000 H-1B slots, employers need more than just reactive processing.

That's why Casium just secured $5 million in seed funding, led by Maverick Ventures, to transform global hiring. Founded by former Microsoft AI leader Priyanka Kulkarni (who drew on her personal immigration journey), Casium merges licensed legal expertise with cutting-edge AI.

Their 'Outcome-as-a-Service' model provides employers with what they need to access and retain the world’s top talent—turning immigration from a cost center into a core growth driver.

Casium led by Priyanka Kulkarni gains $5 million in seed funding to transform global hiring to benefit U.S. companies.

30/10/2025

What Entrepreneurs Can Expect from Due Diligence–Insights from an Angel Investor Leader

In this clip from the Experienced Voices podcast, Howard Lubert—who leads the two fastest-growing regions of the Keiretsu Forum, the world’s largest accredited angel investor network—joins Jeanne Gray to demystify the due diligence process.

Howard shares how angel investors evaluate startups, what entrepreneurs should be prepared for, and why transparent relationships can lead to better outcomes on both sides of the deal.

His seasoned perspective offers valuable guidance for any founder navigating early-stage fundraising.

Don’t miss this inside look at how investor groups like Keiretsu Forum reduce risk and build trust: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2083521/episodes/11688241

Keiretsu Forum South-East

29/10/2025

10 Ways to Think Like a Founder. 💡

The entrepreneurial mindset is the single greatest competitive edge you can cultivate. It’s what separates those who adapt from those who get left behind.

In our carousel, we outline the 10 characteristics that fuel breakthrough success, from Continuous Learning to Networking & Collaboration.

Swipe to master the traits that drive innovation and resilience.

Is your mindset built for growth?

Want to dive deeper into the founder mindset? Full article here: https://americanentrepreneurship.com/the-founders-playbook-winning-mindsets-startup-strategies/

28/10/2025

AdsGency leading the Transformation of AdTech with a $12M Seed Round

Our businesses have all struggled with social media platforms in managing the various silos and workflow challenges.

I am pleased to share that AdsGency has successfully raised $12 million in seed funding, led by XYZ Venture Capital, with participation from Streamlined Ventures, HF0, and Hat-Trick Capital.

This funding validates the vision of Bolbi Liu, founder and CEO of AdsGency, who saw firsthand how frustrating it was for brands to juggle separate tools for Google, Meta, TikTok, and everything else, wasting time and money.

AdsGency's AI agents autonomously manage the entire paid marketing workflow, unifying and automating everything from creative strategy and generation to cross-channel placement and optimization.

Tasks that once took weeks now take hours, delivering superior ROI.

Congrats to Bolbi Liu for this insight and breakthrough technology changing an industry.

AdsGency raised a $12M Seed round to support the expansion of the industry's first Agentic Ad Agency