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“Courage + Genius + Risk = Phenomenal
That’s why we exist.”

STEVE MACDONALD

CEO | INVESTOR

@STEVEMACDONALD.MV | #FUNDINGPHENOMENONS

As a board member of Florida Funders, I know how i

As a board member of Florida Funders, I know how impressive the deal flow of exciting, game-changing startups is for their investor network. Learn more about the Florida Funders investor network (and how you can get involved) at the link in bio.
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Fintech is the future, and I’m convinced that th

Fintech is the future, and I’m convinced that the future of fintech is right here in Tampa Bay. I was honored to kick off the 2022 Fintech X | Accelerator by being on this panel with other leaders, investors, and sponsors of this accelerator on how our region is creating a thriving fintech startup ecosystem. Watch the full video at the link in my bio.
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MV Spotlight Post: Ideal Agent. Some of the startu

MV Spotlight Post: Ideal Agent. Some of the startups that interest me the most are the ones that aren’t just providing a single solution - they’re optimizing an entire process for a user. I’m on the board of my real estate tech investment, Ideal Agent, which takes the painful, stressful, and paper-heavy process of buying and selling real estate and makes it easier - and more profitable - for homeowners. While the first reason they reach out may be to save money or get the most for their home, part of what makes this investment so impactful is that the solution pairs homeowners with the top-performing local agents near them, for the best experience possible. Hear from Ideal Agent’s CEO, Steve Johnston, on the origin story of this hard-charging tech startup that’s about to launch a Series B and has raised $20 million since its seed round. Link in bio.
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You’re trying to close a round of funding and al

You’re trying to close a round of funding and all you’re getting back is “Automated Response: OOO. Summer: a beautiful season, but not a good time to fundraise!
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New startups need more than just money. They need

New startups need more than just money. They need guidance, too. The best place to find both is through angel investors, an advantage that other funding options can’t provide. If you’re considering your funding options to get off the ground, here’s why finding the right angel is in your best interest. Link in bio.
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While my mind never really slows down, I do try to

While my mind never really slows down, I do try to intentionally slow down over the summer. If you’re feeling restless, take a break or take a trip - get refreshed so you can come back ready with your best pitch come fall.
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As an angel investor, I can help high-growth canna

As an angel investor, I can help high-growth cannabusiness startups, like my investment, Kush, in ways that traditional funding sources can’t. That’s part of what attracts me to this industry - but even I could not have predicted just a few years ago how quickly Cannabusiness would take off. Here are some of the key drivers and trends that are creating a bright future for cannabusinesses. Link in bio.
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Does your company’s location matter? For me, the

Does your company’s location matter? For me, the Tampa Bay region offers an incredible ecosystem for tech startup founders to thrive. Let me know in the comments if location was a factor for you - and how you chose your company’s location.
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#SeeYouOutHere #NationalFishingandBoatingWeek . .

#SeeYouOutHere #NationalFishingandBoatingWeek
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MV Spotlight Post: JumpCloud I don’t say this l

MV Spotlight Post: JumpCloud I don’t say this lightly: passwords are the worst. My focus on solving legacy problems with tech made me interested in Jumpcloud, my flexible cloud directory platform investment, for how they’re transforming the way IT administrators manage their organizations. In their recent article, Jumpcloud shares their take on why the password isn’t dead yet - and how MFA is helping bolster security and mitigate risk for business. Link in bio.
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