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The best way to get a good idea of what a startup ecosystem is up to is to check out local accelerators. Propeller, for example, has been helping startups in New Orleans grow since 2011, and their cohorts focus on solving meaningful problems in the community, like food security, water management, healthcare, and educational equity. Take a look at a few of their startups below and make sure to keep an eye on the New Orleans startup ecosystem in the future:...

Techstars is making an effort to end the stigma that surrounds mental health. Let’s open up the conversation around it and what it means to our community and industry. We encourage everyone to become educated on mental health and important issues around it. We put together a list of resources for anyone who thinks they may be suffering from mental health issues, or anyone who wants to learn more about the topic....

Online education has always had clear advantages for business owners and employees alike. Participants can undertake further training and professional development, earning qualifications along the way, in their own time and in the comfort of their own home. Today, a growing number of tech-based systems and learning techniques have combined to strengthen the appeal of online education, making it easier than ever to learn new skills and, ultimately, improve your business....

Everyone knows that a startup is only as good as its leadership, which is why the 22 startups listed below are helmed by some of the best and brightest in Silicon Beach. This is evident from the fact that they are owned and run by EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year award finalists in the Greater Los Angeles area. Take a look at these companies and take note; you’ll likely be seeing a lot more of them in the not-so-far-off future:...

We asked three entrepreneurs what social media best practices they’ve adopted to avoid embarrassing themselves and their companies on various websites. Take a look at their answers and get your campaigns in order: – Jordan Gurrieri of Orbit Path – Steven Picanza of Latin & Code – Robert Gerov of VOKSEO

Fortunately, the rumor proved to be untrue. And while Twitter is a breeding ground for unfound rumors, this hoax gained traction faster that most. What was it about the downfall of this social media website that made everyone and their mothers perk up and take notice? It’s because Twitter failing is apparently quite plausible in the eyes of the public. Here’s why: Dwindling Users While Twitter still sits pretty as one of the most popular social media apps, they have experienced shockingly little growth in 2016....

– Jordan Gurrieri of Orbit Path – Steven Buchwald of Buchwald & Associates – Joshua Moe of Odigia

Despite security companies being around for a long time, digital security is still a major concern for businesses and households. The problem is even worsened with the rise of mobile devices. According to surveys, 39 percent of organizations report having downloaded malware through devices connected to their networks. Whether you’re running a BYOD office or building a smart home, here are four security tools you should consider using. 1. Bitdefender BOX Anti-virus applications are easy to get for digital devices like smartphones and computers....

It doesn’t matter if you run a business with an eight-figure top line, or you’re leading a small startup that’s just trying to close on its first few sales, lead generation is something you have to focus on daily. Ignoring lead generation is not only foolish, it actually compromises the integrity of your business and erodes it from the inside out. While a successful and established company has many more options when it comes to lead generation, your small startup also has choices....

By 2017, mobile phone penetration will rise to 69.4% of the global population. Statistics also show that consumers actually prefer mobile apps vs mobile sites, and people spend an average of 89% of media time in mobile on apps. The question is how, can entrepreneurs use mobile technology to standout and grow their business? Mobile Future is bringing mobile technology experts to SXSW to discuss the current trends and future of the mobile landscape....

While some products, such as smartwatches and fitness trackers, have been more successful than others, wearable technology seems destined to permeate our everyday lives. And, while may devices seem to have a specific niche – health and fitness, productivity, or entertainment – wearables, like so many new technologies before them, offer great potential for businesses. Small businesses are no exception. In fact, small businesses may be especially well positioned to benefit from this unique technology....

Here are five mistakes to be aware of as your business blooms: Combining Personal and Business Accounts The average employee has it pretty easy when it comes to monitoring their finances. With only a personal account to worry about, any of the funds that come their way are, generally speaking, theirs to spend however they please. As an entrepreneur, however, you have to be wary of combining or confusing your personal accounts with those of your business....

E-commerce sales keep soaring, generating over about $300 billion in the United States alone in 2015. Yet e-commerce remains a small percentage of the overall retail sales industry. So what steps can the e-commerce retailers take in order to boost their online sales? In the present competitive market, it all comes down to how the customers feel about your online brand. Only those brands which can predict strategies and meet them and those who can actively engage online shoppers through mobile devices will be the ultimate winners of 2016....

According to a small survey of 55 lawyers conducted by UpCounsel, there are a number of important questions you need to ask your lawyer as a budding startup. For one, incorporation and intellectual property are direly important legal battles that you need to face head on. 41 percent of lawyers agreed that at least one of these two facets of business are crucial to protecting the future of your business....

1. The Internet of Things Will Look Completely Different If you were to look at a browser or instant messenger program from the early days of the Internet, you would barely recognize it today. Similarly, as a platform is settled on for the Internet of Things, and more devices hit the market with their unique approaches and business models, the industry is going to take on a new look. 2. The Internet of Things Will Provide More Value Right now, the IoT is really just a catch phrase for a new and interesting technology option....

Most are probably familiar with XPRIZE through the Google Lunar XPRIZE, but the foundation is responsible for a slew of other prizes that are aimed at creating innovative technologies to solve big issues. The XPRIZE Foundation aims to solve the world’s “grand challenges” in the categories of 1) energy and environment, 2) exploration (ocean and deep space), 3) global development, 4) learning, and 5) life sciences. It does this by creating and managing high-profile, large-scale, incentivized prize competitions that aim to stimulate investment in research and development....

If you think this can’t happen to you, think again. Statistics say that 65% of internet users globally, and have fallen victim to cyber-crimes, including computer viruses, online credit card fraud and identity theft. In the United States, the number is 73% of users have been victism Now that I’ve scared you a bit, why not focus on preventing this to happening. I mean, it’s not as if we are going to stop taking those private photos anyway....

Do Your Research Your new business name or product may be available as a domain name, but Ward said owners still need to do a bit of research before clicking the purchase button. Spelling Matters How many times have you misspelled a business or product name and ended up rerouting to some random site? Owners need to assume this is going to happen and figure out whether or not their domain name could have potential misspellings, abbreviations, or mispronunciations and purchase additional domains accordingly....

Dr. Amy Serin, neuropsychologist and co-founder of The TouchPoint Solution, suggests to start looking at your sleep environment and pre-bed habits to help shift your body into sleep mode. Technology is Adding to The Problem Checking that last Facebook or Snapchat post before you go to bed or watching a certain type of TV show you hit the hay could be adding to your sleepless night. Serin suggests setting bedtime boundaries and turning off your smartphone well before bed to allow your brain to switch to sleep mode....

Consider what an array of diverse viewpoints does in terms of the collaborative process, idea generation, and company culture. It spawns success. We here at Tech.Co enjoy celebrating diversity just as much as we enjoy providing our community with entrepreneurial resources. In that light, we’ve scoured Silicon Valley for 50 women in tech who are empowering all of us to never stop chasing our dreams.