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How to Split Co-Founder Equity (The Right Way)
Before you incorporate, learn why defaulting to a 50/50 equity split can ruin your startup. Discover how to structure voting control and vesting early.
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Top 10 Learnings From Working with Techstars Founders
We share the top 10 learnings from working with Techstars founders, offering valuable lessons on entrepreneurship and navigating through startup challenges.
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How to Make Your Techstars Application Stand Out
We share a detailed explanation of what the Techstars application and interview process is like, including key aspects of the application and common pitfalls to avoid.
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Why Most Pitch Decks Don't Work, and How to Make Sure Yours Does
Prepping your pitch deck? Learn actionable strategies to craft a narrative that resonates, highlight your unique value proposition, and leave a lasting impression.
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Inside Week 1: A Sneak Peek into the Techstars Accelerator Experience
Pull back the curtain for an exclusive sneak peek into the very first week of a Techstars accelerator program.
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Founders: Your First Sales Hire Is Probably a Mistake
Why founder-led sales is critical in the first two years of building a startup.
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Techstars, TCEDA, and The University of Alabama Open Applications for Fall 2026 Founder Catalyst Program to Serve WaterTech and Sustainability Startups
Techstars, in partnership with the Tuscaloosa County Economic Development Authority and The University of Alabama, has opened applications for the Fall 2026 Techstars Founder Catalyst WaterTech & Sustainability program.
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Celebrating Demo Day: Northwestern Medicine & Techstars Healthcare Accelerator
Meet the five companies from the Northwestern Medicine & Techstars Healthcare Accelerator's latest class.
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50 Free Mental Health Therapy Grants Now Available for Techstars Founders
Techstars is partnering with the Kabila Founder Mental Health Fund to offer free therapy grants to 50 U.S.-based Techstars founders.
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Introducing the 2026 Techstars Founder Catalyst WaterTech & Sustainability Spring Cohort
Congratulations to the startups joining the 2026 Techstars Founder Catalyst WaterTech & Sustainability Spring class.
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Applications Open: The 6th Edition of the ABN AMRO + Techstars Future of Finance Accelerator
Applications Open: The 6th Edition of the ABN AMRO + Techstars Future of Finance Accelerator
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