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Why We Invested in ThreatMate
ThreatMate has developed a platform that provides attack surface management and cyber risk governance, specifically designed for the SMB market and delivered through MSPs.
Greg Sadler
Apr 183 min read
Unraveling the 5 Ts: The Importance of Technology
Why do investors choose to invest in one company over another? Given there is an ambiguous mix of art and science in the decision, almost...
Paul Silber
Apr 86 min read
Why We Invested in Bricklayer.AI
Bricklayer.ai tackles cyber threats with AI-driven solutions, automating security ops to address rising costs and a global talent gap.
Brian Ellenberger
Dec 19, 20245 min read
Unraveling the 5 Ts: The Importance of Traction
Most often we think of traction  as related to revenue  and revenue growth rate  of an enterprise. That was certainly the focus of my...
Paul Silber
Oct 1, 20246 min read
Why We Invested in LeakSignal
Data breaches and leaks have become a significant concern for organizations globally, with the average cost of data breaches now reaching...
Matt Kim
Sep 20, 20244 min read
Why We Invested in Procurement Sciences AI: Blu Ventures' Strategic Investment in Procurement Innovation
At Blu Ventures, our mission is to invest in innovative companies that offer transformative solutions to critical challenges. Our recent...
Adriana Estevez
Aug 30, 20243 min read
Basic Considerations for Investing in Non-U.S. Companies
Partner Howard Roth reviews the complexities of investing in non-U.S. companies, including accounting, reporting, tax, and regulations.
Howard Roth
Aug 6, 20244 min read
The Foundational Elements of Brand for Startups
Uncover essential strategies to create a compelling brand that resonates with customers and outshines the competition.
Ted Olsen & Kara Redman
Jul 11, 20243 min read
Trailblazers: Meet Cory Hohs, CEO of HAAS Alert
Cory Hohs, CEO of HAAS Alert, transforms road safety with V2X communication solutions, inspired by a near-fatal crash.
Kathleen Lineberger
Jul 10, 20244 min read
ID.me's Rise to Unicorn Status: Key Lessons for Startup Success
Explore ID.me's journey from TroopSwap to a $150M+ digital identity leader, highlighting lessons in innovation and adaptability.
Kathleen Lineberger
Jun 26, 20243 min read
Why and When a Startup Should Consider a Financial Audit
Discover the significance of financial audits for startups and when it's the right time to consider one.
Hal Shelton
Jun 7, 20245 min read
Why We Invested in Pearl: Blu Ventures' Strategic Bet on Data-Driven Tutoring Solutions
Discover why Blu Ventures invested in Pearl, a data-driven tutoring platform addressing learning loss in the US.
Matt Kim
Jun 4, 20244 min read
A CEO's Financial Growth Guide: Recognizing When to Transition from Bookkeeper to CFO
Guidelines for when early-stage companies should hire a bookkeeper, controller, fractional CFO, and full-time CFO.
Hal Shelton
May 15, 20243 min read
Why We Invested in Elidah: Blu Ventures’ Strategic Investment in Women's Health Through the Lens of the 5 Ts
Explore Blu Ventures' rationale behind their investment in Elidah, broken down by the 5 Ts model.
Adriana Estevez
Apr 16, 20243 min read
Why We Invested in Enveedo: BVI's Investment in the All-In-One Cybersecurity Platform
Venture Fellow Matt Kim speaks with Deal Lead Mike Kostoff to break down Blu's rationale on their recent investment in Enveedo.
Matt Kim
Mar 22, 20244 min read
Trailblazers: Meet Jim Shea, CEO of DeepSig
Jim Shea, CEO of DeepSig, discusses his journey in the cyber industry and the future implications of AI and DeepSig.
Kathleen Lineberger
Mar 15, 20244 min read
Unraveling the 5 Ts: Blu's Approach to Evaluating Leadership Teams
BVI Partner Paul Silber zeroes in on leadership teams: the first and most important component of BVI's 5 Ts investing framework.
Paul Silber
Mar 14, 20247 min read
Why We Invested in Breachbits: A Deep Dive into Blu Ventures’ Investment Strategy
Venture Fellow Adriana Estevez describes Blu's rationale on their recent investment in BreachBits.
Adriana Estevez
Feb 28, 20244 min read
Decoding SaaS Revenue Metrics: A Guide to ARR, CARR & MRR and Their Effect on Financial Performance
BVI Partner Hal Shelton breaks down Saas Revenue Metrics and provides tips for businesses regarding the adoption of these metrics.
Hal Shelton
Feb 28, 20244 min read
Trailblazers: Meet Nick Delmonico, CEO of Strados Labs
Nick Delmonico, CEO of Strados Labs, speaks on the founding story of Strados Labs and the FDA's approval process for medical devices.
Kathleen Lineberger
Jan 29, 20245 min read
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