One great way to create continues buzz around your startup is to release private beta invites in multiple phases. Startups often choose to do this at big events in collaboration with media partners to generate publicity and attract new users. The feeling of exclusivity of the participants will motivate influentials to sign up and hopefully [...]
The Amsterdam Antwerp Challenge is a local business plan competition which’s main goal is to stimulate innovation and international entrepreneurship in this region. By submitting a 100 word startup idea you can win some of the price money or even the possibility to pitch at the finals. I’ve used this opportunity to put one of [...]
Amsterdam is becoming a city where more and more Internet and mobile related startups are starting to see the daylight. In this big city, which is made smaller by staying connected through services like twitter, it’s easy to get to know many of the passionate people behind these companies. Here follows an highlight of the [...]