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The World Has Changed, And Corporate America Has To Keep Up
Forbes Article by Leeno Karumanchery, of MESH Diversity:
In the nearly 20 years that I’ve been actively teaching anti-racism, diversity and inclusion, the one universal truth I’ve had to accept was that the business world just wasn’t ready for the “hard stuff.” I mean, D&I was considered incendiary enough. So in lieu of the real language of anti-oppression, I had to settle for comfortable, easy euphemisms. Of course, I still taught the material that needed to be taught; I just wouldn’t come in “guns ablaze.” I used language that made it accessible. But hey, that’s the work. It can’t just be about saying what you want or need to say. It’s about providing material in a way that others can hear, understand, process and want to engage.
Startups, investors see opportunities and challenges as travel industry struggles with COVID, diversity issues
It’s mixed messages these days from both startups and investors in travel as they navigate the COVID-19 crisis and issues around diversity and inclusion.
During a panel discussion as part of Phocuswright’s Battleground: The Americas online event, startup founders spoke with optimism about the pivots their companies have made to ensure their sustainability through this crisis.
To watch and listen to the program, click here
ENTREVESTOR: Pandemic whacks some startups, benefits others
About a month into the lockdown, I’ve been trying to assess the mood and experiences of Atlantic Canadian startups, and it’s difficult to sum up in a few sentences.
Some companies have seen revenues vanish and are wondering if they’ll survive. Others have found sudden demand for their products. Cash-rich companies developing medical products are waiting to get into the lab again. And some IT startups are focusing on product development because there’s no point in trying to generate sales now.
Coronavirus Opens Up Unexpected Opportunities For Kognitiv Spark
A New Brunswick startup that uses the Microsoft HoloLens to connect experts with technicians in the field is seeing its business inquiries more than triple since the COVID-19 crisis took hold – many from the healthcare sector that’s on the front lines of fighting the virus.
ScreenScape recognized for Best Customer Support in Digital Signage by G2
Recently G2, the world’s leading business solutions review website, released its Spring 2020 Report on Digital Signage Software. Based on actual reviews from verified customers, G2 has singled out ScreenScape, from some 230+ vendors in the category, as having received the highest ratings for Customer Support in the quarter.
UNB, Mount A Shine at VCIC
Two teams from New Brunswick universities placed highly in the Canadian division of the Venture Capital Investment Competition, or VCIC, last week. But as COVID-19 continues its spread, there will be no global finals for the winners to attend.
Jaza Raises $1.7-Million To Fund Renewable Energy Projects In Tanzania
An Atlantic Canadian startup that helps bring sustainable and affordable energy to Tanzania has secured $1.7-million in seed funding to expand its service.
Byos Cautions RSA Conference 2020 Attendees, Travelers and General Public to “Dirty Half-Dozen” Public Wi-Fi Risks
Byos, Inc., an endpoint security company focused on concept of Endpoint Microsegmentation through Hardware-Enforced Isolation, recommends caution for attendees of major conferences and events such as the RSA Conference 2020, a leading cybersecurity conference in San Francisco, February 24-28, and travelers in general risks of Free Wi-Fi. Many attendees will access the Internet via multiple free Wi-Fi connection points from Hotels, Airports, Coffee Shops and the Conference itself, and every free Wi-Fi access presents security risks for users that Byos calls “The Dirty Half-Dozen.”
Upcoming Webinar – How can SDR’s / BDR’s use Intent Data?
Intent Data is one of the hottest buzzwords of 2019 for B2B Marketers. And why wouldn’t it be? Everyone would love to know which companies and buyers are in market for their solution. Marketing Teams are already fueling their advertising and marketing campaigns focusing on decision-makers and key champions in businesses who are showing intent to buy.
However one of the most critical components for success with Intent Data is making sure the Sales/Business Development teams understand and leverage this new source of intelligence in parallel with all other Marketing efforts.
In this Webinar, you’ll learn about:
- What is third-party intent?
- How can SDR/BDRs leverage Intent data to prioritize their prospecting efforts?
- How can Marketing lay out the framework for Sales to efficiently use Intent data?
- What are some limitations with third-party intent data?