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Staying informed about market trends and expert opinions can be overwhelming. The flood of information from multiple sources often leaves individuals drowning in lengthy newsletters and endless daily emails. But what if there was a solution ...

In the bustling world we live in, where time is a precious commodity, presenting yourself well is a silent testimonial of your commitment to work. DhobiBin, a groundbreaking startup, is poised to revolutionize ho...

If there's a pain point we can all relate to, it's the overwhelming flood of emails that demand our attention and hinder productivity. Drawing from his experience working at previous startups, Brad Miller understood the need for an automated solution t...

We've grown a lot in 2023. As we grew, we felt that the name Startup Founder Daily' no longer captured who we are and where we're headed. In this post, I’ll get into the origin of the original name and more details a...

No matter how great your product is, no one will buy it if they don't know it exists' These words are all too familiar to startup founders. In an increasingly noisy world, it is increa...

Introducing Focal Point– a single solution for procurement decision intelligence, data analytics and process automation. The visionary behind the enterprise is Anders Lille...

When Ryan Hartman, co-founder of Chaiz, experienced a major engine failure just six months after his factory warranty expired, he found himself facing a hefty $10,000 repair bill. The incident made hi...

Ruly, a startup founded by Stan Marsden and Viorica Trifan, aims to revolutionize the world of software development by providing a no-code platform that empowers businesses and in...

Freelancers face unique challenges when it comes to finding trustworthy collaborators and managing projects that are constantly evolving. Feedcoyote, a Kentucky-based startup, has emerged as a...

Acing an interview is not just about articulating your skills and experiences. The ability to anticipate and respond effectively to interview questions can make or break your chances of landing your dream job.

Even with the explosion in popularity over the past few years, the creator economy is still in its infancy. This movement is of course centered around the content creators themselves: they create, they entertain, they inspire. But, often the financial rewards of their creat...

In today's digital age, remote work has become increasingly common. But, while it offers flexibility, it can also come with challenges, such as finding a suitable workspace. Sy...

In the modern world of work, the rise in remote teams has posed new challenges for leaders. One significant hurdle is creating an authentic sense of connection and engagement among team members who may be scattered across various locations. To address this issue,

Python has long reigned as a popular tool in the world of data science and machine learning. Now, the landscape of Python notebooks is evolving. Introducing marimo, the next-gen...

Technology continues to reshape the way we live, work, and travel. It’s time the insurance industry caught up. Introducing Insured Nomads: Health insurance for the moder...

Drip, an emerging startup, is revolutionizing the world of fitness tech by introducing state-of-the-art smart apparel aimed at optimizing physiological performance. T...

Meet Gevorg Babayan, a seasoned veteran in the tourism industry since 2005. His journey from being a novice with no command over English to co-founding a tour company within two years was nothing short of a roller-coaster ride. His passion for bridging the gap b...

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In this article we’re sharing some advice on how to pitch investors and get your company backed by the right people. We’ll cover some general fundraising advice, pitch deck guidance, and tips for when you're ...

Providing efficient and instant customer service is essential for companies looking to differentiate themselves. Waiting on hold or delayed email responses can lead to frustration and dissatisfaction. That's where

The fintech industry is experiencing tremendous growth and innovation. Companies in this space are constantly searching for ways to streamline their operations, manage their financial data effectively, and scale their businesses. A startup that has emerged as a game-changer...

In the fall of 2017, a pivotal moment unfolded in the life of Nicholas Wright and his community. Nicholas, having left a role at Blizzard Entertainment to join the family construction business, witnessed the devastating Tubbs Fire that caused an estimated $1.2 billion in ec...

Ensuring high-quality, bug-free software is essential to land and keep customers. However, traditional testing methods can be time-consuming and inefficient, often resulting in delays in product releases. This is where

Fit Senpai, a cutting-edge AI workout generator and meal planner, is revolutionizing the realm of fitness and health. Behind its innovative technology lies a captivating sto...

Meet the founders of Corpora, Stepan Khzrtian and Serop Serop. Both seasoned professionals in their respective fields, they bring a wealth of experience to the table. Stepan, a...

You can now bring the power of ChatGPT to your Apple devices with COPILOT. As a Product Manager by day and an iOS developer by heart, Founder Daniel Zaharia's love for Apple ru...

In 2011, the concept of Cloodo was conceived by a team of tech enthusiasts who envisioned a platform that could streamline business operations and foster digital trans...

ResolveAI, a startup seeking to empower your business with AI agents, was born out of a realization made by its founder, Rem Kim: Rem noticed a distinct lack of personality i...

The genesis of Digital Focus can be traced back to the personal journey of its Founder and CEO, Adeshina Ajayi. Adeshina's initial exposure to the world of digital curren...

The world of finance and accounting is experiencing a significant shift: Businesses are leveraging advanced technology to streamline their operations, and one such game-changer is Artificial Intelligence (AI). Among the innovations emerging in this landscape is

Vizzly is a Y Combinator-backed startup offering a comprehensive customer-facing analytics solution designed to support modern Software as a Service (SaaS) businesses. This revo...

Meet Emmett Maher, the solopreneur behind the innovative AI content generation software, Schoolyyy. Emmett's journey began with a simple curiosity about the growing #NoCode c...

Digital Novus, a groundbreaking startup in the e-commerce industry, was founded by a dynamic team of forward-thinking entrepreneurs: Craig Ngidi, Bathandwa Masiko, and Da...

Goblet is redefining the way Quality Assurance (QA) is perceived and executed. Let's dig into the journey, the offering, and the duo behind this up-and coming startup.

Magic, a sustainable returns handling platform, was created by Leroy Kerry and Atul R. Their paths crossed on the Y Combinator co-founder matching platform, which served a...

Montagix was born out of a noticeable gap in the video editing landscape. Grigore Budac, a seasoned frontend developer with a rich portfolio of complex projects, notice...

In an era where data is the new oil, the ability to recall and access information effortlessly is a power that cannot be underestimated. Today, we spotlight an innovative startup that's revolutionizing the way we handle and retrieve data –

Cybersecurity is a crucial aspect of any business that operates online. However, the traditional approach to cybersecurity services can be costly and inefficient. Cyberfus...

Dextego was developed out of the personal need of its founder, Ioanna Mantzouridou Onasi. With a robust background in Human Resources and Talent Development, Ioanna ...

Featured startup, Groubs, is redefining how businesses engage with their online visitors.The Genesis Story

The digital era we live in often feels like a "perfect storm of cognitive degradation," as MIT Professor Earl K. Miller, PhD, aptly described. The constant barrage of information and distractions has led to what neuroscientist Susan Greenfield calls a "collective attention ...

Paschal Masalu, the Founder behind Peruz, saw beyond WiFi a...

Datalatte is on a mission to revolutionize the data economy. Founded by Amir Mabhout, a microelectronics PhD holder turned tech innovator, datalatte aims to put da...

The idea for Flincap was born out of Founder Nathaniel Luz's realization that there was a significant gap in the crypto market. He identified a pressing need for mor...

The story of SecureMyScholarship is an inspiring tale of passion, determination, and the desire to make a difference. Its origin is rooted in the persona...

In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency, Energi has emerged as a promising startup, committed to addressing the most pressing issues plaguing the industry today ...

Learn more about Mimicry Solutions, a groundbreaking startup that is changing the landscape of drug development a...

In the realm of water filtration, a new player has emerged on the scene, bringing with it a revolutionary approach to ensuring your water is clean, healthy, and environmentally friendly.

Blockride, a forward-thinking startup, is harnessing the power of blockchain technology to fundamentally change the auto financing landscape in Africa.

Tudu Africa is an innovative startup that is revolutionizing the ecommerce industry in Africa. Founded by Joseph Ekpaha-Kwofie and Enoch Aboagye Assiamah, Tudu a...

Every once in a while, a startup emerges that shakes up an industry. SORT IT AI is one such startup, our inaugural cohort winner, harnessing the power of Artifici...

In a world where networking and making meaningful connections are crucial for success, Neucards emerges as a game-changer. Neucards is a startup founded by Brad Dom...

Since founding in 2020, Baton has scaled from $0 to $40,000 MRR and shows no sign of stopping. Their goal is to hit 2 million dollars in revenue by December of 2023.Baton assists c...

Dries Augustyns, a 21 year-old developer who landed a job at Microsoft straight out of Uni, has developed a software platform to bring all aspects of email automation into one place. In this case, skipping class to pursue side projects, such as Plunk, has paid off.Wo...

Tavishi Gupta has spent her life traveling to various destinations. Tavishi has moved across 15 cities and 3 countries between her childhood and adulthood, due to being an army brat, and then working at Microsoft’s external arm that had her traveling every 2-3 weeks.

Diesel generators are a vital form of energy generation used worldwide, but leave much to be desired when it comes to being environmentally friendly. These generators offer reliable and efficient methods of producing electricity in areas where power is unstable or non-exist...

There is a rising tide of travelers who want to take action and create a positive impact as they discover new destinations. Challenges relating to the significant influence and long term effects of mass tourism have incited many individuals to take action and make equitable...

If you’re like QuickyAI founder Basharath, having to open a new tab and prompt ChatGPT multiple times for multiple queries is cumbersome and time consuming. QuickyAI literally allows you to access the benefits of openai's technology instantly, without having to le...

The team at ResilientX have ample experience in the cyber security industry and realized that there is a gap in the accessibility to cyber security products. Organizations looking to defend themselves from cy...

There is a problem in the automotive industry regarding the development of vehicles that consumers desire and navigating supply chain logistics to mitigate costs and increase revenues. Also, since motor vehic...

Founder, Kunle Odebunmi, knows the pains small businesses in Nigeria face. As a management consultant, financial analyst, and 8 years of experience as an entrepreneur with a few exits under his belt, Kunle an...

Azure Voice, a music streaming service founded by Nigerian music businessman Roy Amoo, is making waves in the African music industry by helping artists manage their intellectual properties and maximize their royalties. Azure Voice is the first mus...

For content creators, bloggers, and anyone who uses Stripe to manage their payments and subscriptions, you know that creating an affiliate marketing program is a pain.

Today's featured Managing Director & Partner is Brett Calhoun of Scale Venture Capital Brett Calhoun,

Daniel and his team at Chekkit

Jing Jing Yang is a full-time student at Brown University studying Economics and Behavioral Decision Sciences by day, and co-founder of Linkr by night. Her unique journey began two years ago, when she joined t...

As a co-founder, Festus William Amoyaw encountered a prevalent issue in Ghana that he and his team were capable of resolving. With combined experience in Investment Banking, Digital Financel, and Software engineering, the team at MyFig is revolutionizing how...

Team FitPick is on a mission to help people make more confident fashion decisions and resolve their dilemmas. Validation for the concept com...

Imagine one platform that integrates your documents, images, and emails into an easy to use tool. Within this platform, you can query terms and related files from all your tools and they'll appear instantly. Sounds like magic? Nope. It's just Klu.

Gemini Sports Analytics is making it easier for executives to ma...

Today's featured founder is Marjan Najafi of Qyro Qyro derives its name from an ancient term from Greek archery. It represents the delicate moment when an archer finds the perfect...

Today's featured founder is Wahab Ogunnaike of Regiz The manual processes of handling documents and cumbersome authentication procedures are becoming a thing of the past. Employers today are looking for paperless, streamlined approache...

In today's digital age, data is king. With an abundance of metrics and figures available thanks to big data, businesses have the ability to make strategic decisions based on measurable numbers.

Nevsah Karamehmet has devoted 20 years of her life to breath sciences. As the President of the Breath Coaching Federation, Founding President and leading teacher of

Founder, Alex Kerr, was working toward her degree at university when COVID hit. Everything went online and I found that there weren't any resources out there to help students with ADHD stay focused on tasks while working autonomously' stated Ale...

Today's featured founder is Jason Sharp of Umi Did you take a foreign language class in school? Do you try to use Google Translate to no avail? If you're like me, you took 4 years of Spanish, received passing grades, yet nothing ...

We all have nostalgic memories surrounding collectible cards, toys, or items. For me, it was My Little Ponies and Pokemon cards - don’t laugh. For Kyle, he described the joy of going to the store with his mom...

Zaymo was founded in August of 2021 by Brice Douglas, Santiago Gomez, and Daniel Jones. These three friends met at

Today's featured founders are Leif Andreas Rudlang and Gina Huseb"", of Emberly You awake to waves gently lapping against the hull of your boat; the rhythmic sway stirs you into motion. Rubbing the sleep from your eyes you dive into the ocean for...

Today's featured founder is Boyang Niu, Founder of Stylized Stylized was founded in June of 2022 and launched in alpha in November. The 6 months between June and November consisted of iterative ...

Today's featured founder is Gregg Bieser of Security In Motion A family of four are traveling for vacation and stop at a restaurant off the highway for a quick bite. While feasting and stretching their legs, an undisclosed person breaks into their car and pr...

Today's featured founder is Julie Janides of Toy Trader Founder Julie Janides understands the pain of continuously cycling through clothes, toys, and the myriad of items needed when you have children. As a solo entrepreneur and mom of ...

Dotcal was founded in 2021 by Rylan Blowers, David Matthews,...

Focus on Words had a serendipitous and seemingly predetermined beginning. Django and Dom, his co-founder, met over Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankel.

None of the Lirn Co-Founders have a college degree. They say this with pride and honor. They took the alternative pathway of educating themselves: using the internet and its resources to develop new knowledge...

In 2021, the UN requested $6B from Elon Musk to help reduce world hunger. When he asked to prove how the money would be spent

Kenneth is a two-time founder who is absolutely obsessed with solving problems. He decided to join FOODe as a Co-Founder for the opportunity to work with former Nike & Jordan Brand executives and build a ...

Instamommies was founded in the Summer of 2022 after Mimi Park became a mom herself and truly realized the pain points that many moms face. Problems such as finding quality child care, as well as child-friend...

Today's Startup Founder of the Day is Christopher Payne, Founder of myReach Chris Payne has always had a creative mind and a passion for finding better solutions to everyday problems: The proverbial entrepreneurial spirit. Before founding myReach, he w...

Meet Willow Li, Founder of AyiConnect

Karen has been in the court reporting industry since 2004. As a result, she has seen firsthand the inefficiencies in the scheduling process of legal support services.

Today's Founders of the Day are Faruk Yasar and Hayreddin Tuzel, Co-Founders of Pixurate Faruk Yasar and Hayreddin Tuzel began developing Pixurate in early 2022. Pixurate incorporates blockchain tec...

Meet Agustin and Diego, Co-Founders of Nexton Nexton Lab's purpose is to connect tech talent with purposeful companies. Through this mission, the company levels the playing field for all LATAM-based tech professionals by boosting their careers beyond borders.

Kimberlee grew up in a house filled with music. Everyone from John Williams to The Temptations were on the daily record rotation. So, it was truly fitting that she started her events car...

Meet Austin Kreinz, Founder of Atomix. Austin grew up in a small business family. His father, alongside his brother and business partner, started a last-mile logistics company in Milwaukee, WI, and have grown...

With a combined decade of unique experiences in building technology platforms, export sales, and marketing, Sarah and Cynthia are forces to be reckoned with. Now, they are teaming up to build the ultimate B2B...

Today's Startup Founder of the Day is Mario Abrego, Founder of Workps Mario is a public health science graduate from UC Irvine. When he is not building Workps, a coworking space in Los Angeles, he enjoys long runs, trying new vegetarian recipes and exploring.

Today's Startup Founder of the Day is Luks Soukup, Co-Founder of Sumio Luks has built a career as a Project Manager for banks and software companies. However, he has felt the urge to build his own business and products from an ear...

Today's Startup Founder of the Day is Irete Hamdani, Founder of askBelynda Irete's entrepreneurial journey started with her own personal journey to live a more sustainable life. S...

Today's Startup Founder of the Day is Ash Brown, Founder of Empiraa After spending 15 years in sales, Ash was frustrated that his team continuously talked about strategy but never executed it. As a General Manager, Head of Sales and National Sales, Ash noticed...

Today's Startup Founder of the Day is Jay Allen, Co-Founder of Smith and Bradley Jay has a background in ecommerce, specifically, fashion ecommerce. Throughout his life, he has always loved (and broken) watches. In his early years, he built ecommerce businesse...

Today's Startup Founders of the Day are Pratham Doshi and Kyle Kingsberry, Founders of Metaphy Labs As a Computer Engineer with an obsession for problem-solving, Pratham has always been drawn to product management. Combined with an entrepreneurial gene inherit...

Originally from a little town in Spain, Miguel Lorenzo moved to Sydney, Australia in 2016. He’s always been a very creative person, with music being his first creative outlet. He has been a keyboard player an...

Starting with a VW van meeting in St. Paul, the Epilogg founding team knew that there was a better way to get the word out about a death and to celebrate a life. Using their experience with web development, d...

Blockpliance was founded in September of 2021 to help fina...

Today's Startup Founder of the Day is Janine Salame, Founder of Travel Creators As a South African born to Lebanese immigrants, travel has always been ingrained in Janine's entrepreneurial path. After completing her studies in travel and tourism in South A...

Spark This Day was founded on the first day of the pandemic as founder Gabby Lubin was exploring for herself what true wellness was through instructing fitness class...

Today's Founder of the Day is Marianna Helena, Founder of N.A.T.E Health For as long as Marianna can remember, she has loved robots. She loves how they work, and she loves watching humans interact with them. Unfortunately, her love for robots and AI didn&rsquo...

John and Spencer met while undergrads at Tufts University. After graduation, they both ended up in New York working in finance. The two were frustrated that only the wealthiest investors could access top-tier alternative asset managers like the ones they worked at...

Jody has been a cosmetologist for 33 years. For the last 16 years, she has also owned and operated her own salon, specializing in hair extension services. Jody is also the proud mother of one amazing son.

Today's Startup Founders of the Day are YJ (YongJun) Heo and Jason Silberman, Co-Founders of Publit Publit is a product of YJ's personal frustrations with the general website building process. With Jason Sil...

Today's Startup Founders of the Day are Sharon Rosenberg, Nicholas Zaverdinos, and Jason Hu of Overlap Overlap is a multipurpose app that allows travelers to track their trips, receive notifications when travel plans overlap with friends, and receive travel re...

Fahd's path to leadership began with philanthropy. Compelled by his background as the child of a low-income family that had recently immigrated to Canada, he raised over $1M for local charities, founded a camp for underprivileged children, and was awarded Ca...

At the age of 4, Jenn received her first computer from her grandfather. From there, she taught herself math at age 5, wrote her first screenplay at age 10, and developed her first webpage at age 12. She coded a novel program at age 20, and patented her first inven...

Christopher Joyce, Founder and CEO of Gusher, says he became an entrepreneur because he was “wired for it from a young age” and, tongue-in-cheek, “the need for control." His superpowers are a high threshold f...

Dr. Bobbi Wegner is a clinical psychologist, lecturer at Harvard in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, author, speaker and advisor focused on cultivating individual and workplace wellness through the power...

Are you tired of managing your cap table through boring spreadsheets? If so, it’s time to upgrade to

Meet Jared Zhao, Founder of AskEdith

Throughout his career, Emilio has been building companies. He has built everything from a marketplace for bands to a corporate gifts company. He has deep experience leading brands including WeWork, Corona, St...

Last year, Abby and two of her friends were sitting in the Duke University library working on homework (or scrolling social media, let's be honest) when a question arose: why are there so many in...

Mark Knowlton identified a specific need in the recruiting industry after being hired at a staffing company in the mid-90's. As someone who needed to know industry specific information, buzzwords, and technicalities he found himself saying How do you ...

Brennan Woodruff grew up in Evansville, Indiana and is an avid Hoosier basketball fan and alumnus. He moved to Chicago in 2013 to work for KPMG. After that, he moved to NYC in 2015 and then to San Francisco i...

Solo founder, Robin, Singhvi, has 12 years of experience working at various startups in the US in enterprise sales. A goal in sales is to close deals faster, but a problem Robin witnessed was that the outcome...

Carwan Rasoal has an engineering background and learned early in life that significant progress in any field requires hard work, no matter how talented you are. He has previously worked for leading innovative technology companies and has always dreamed of making a...

Today's featured founder is Travis Street, of Serpjoy Founded in mid-December 2022, Serpjoy has already gained positive traction through daily average users and subscribers. Travis Street has been professionally b...

Today's Startup Founder of the Day is Evan Wain, Co-Founder of Ordr Evan is an avid learner and sharer of knowledge, as well as a massive sports fan. He usually assumes that if he is interested in something, others will be as well. This led Evan to become a co...

Some 💗 for the StartupStage community: Use code STARTUPSTAGE for 10% off all Plexicam products. The PlexiCam concept had been brewing in inventor Thomas Koulopoulos' mind since 2012....

The idea for a pill that makes your farts not stink was a long running inside joke between Mark and his wife. Every year on January 1st, Mark would update his Facebook status with “Well Science, it’s a new ye...

It’s not everyday when a tropical storm hits and being confined to a hotel room brings about a positive ending. But that’s exactly what happened for founders Melanie and John. During an interview with M...

Elif began studying computer engineering and worked as a cashier at KFC during her prep class. Being a student and an employee at the same time made her realize the importance of time. She didn’t know how to ...

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Today's featured founder is Andrew Jernigan, Founder of Insured Nomads