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US burger franchise Carl’s Jr wants to open 300 stores in Australia
3:12PM | Tuesday, 5 March 2013 | Cara WatersCarl's Jr is set to launch in Australia with the American burger chain announcing its intention to open 300 stores in the next 10 to 15 years.
Pollenizer celebrates fifth birthday: Five lessons from the start-up pioneer
3:32PM | Monday, 4 March 2013 | Michelle HammondMick Liubinskas has highlighted the trials and tribulations of Pollenizer, including how it turned Spreets into a $40 million company, as the online venture builder celebrates its fifth birthday.
“How we raised funds pre-development”: SpotJobs co-founder tells
3:29PM | Monday, 4 March 2013 | Michelle HammondAnother new niche job site, SpotJobs, is preparing for its national media launch next month, having already received seed funding and office space from residential builder Simonds Homes.
Revealed: Characteristics of $1 billion consumer tech companies
3:24PM | Monday, 4 March 2013 | Michelle HammondThe average age of companies that the owners sell at more than $1 billion is seven years, according to US venture capitalist Jacob Mullins, who has revealed the common characteristics of $1 billion consumer tech companies.
Lean start-up model is challenging but rewarding, says serial entrepreneur
3:41PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | Michelle HammondSerial entrepreneur Ruwan Weerasooriya has highlighted the challenges of adopting a lean start-up model in his latest start-up Rewardle, after selling another start-up to oOh!media last year.
A picture says a thousand words
3:59PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | TaskmasterTake a look at the photos you use to promote your business and your products. If they’re not up to scratch, it’s time to call in a professional photographer.
Female entrepreneurs hindered by lack of confidence, report suggests
2:44PM | Thursday, 28 February 2013 | Michelle HammondA lack of confidence and an “unconscious bias” could be holding back female entrepreneurs, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ latest Australian Social Trends report.
What do your doubters really know?
2:29PM | Thursday, 28 February 2013 | TaskmasterMeeting people who are sceptical of your business idea is an inevitable part of being an entrepreneur. But it’s important to remember not all of your critics’ criticisms are equally valid.
$1.9 million grant generates global distribution deal for ultrasound device maker
2:00AM | Thursday, 28 February 2013 | Michelle HammondA South Australian manufacturer of ultrasound devices has announced a global distribution partnership with a Japanese company, two years after receiving a $1.9 million government grant.
Nanotek to clean up in eastern Europe following further expansion
2:34PM | Wednesday, 27 February 2013 | Michelle HammondAustralian car-cleaning franchise Nanotek is expanding into the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Austria, with founder Jim Cornish attributing the move to the region’s “entrepreneurial spirit”.
Silicon Valley’s Tyler Crowley offers advice to Aussie start-ups
2:00AM | Wednesday, 27 February 2013 | Michelle HammondSilicon Valley start-up expert Tyler Crowley has shared his thoughts on how local start-ups can improve their pitches and gain more media attention, as part of a whirlwind Australian visit.
“True-blue” company forced to take patented technology to Texas
2:58PM | Tuesday, 26 February 2013 | Michelle HammondThe founder of Victorian company FreshBins has highlighted the importance of having a good patent attorney, after lamenting the lack of local investment in FreshBins’ patented technology.
Homegrown cookie franchise bites into global market
2:53PM | Tuesday, 26 February 2013 | Michelle HammondGourmet biscuit producer Byron Bay Cookies intends to go global with its franchising model, after establishing six Australian stores, and is looking for franchisees to fuel its expansion.
Google Ventures could be heading Down Under
2:31PM | Tuesday, 26 February 2013 | Michelle HammondTech giant Google is considering launching its start-up investment funding arm in Australia, a report suggests, but there’s no official word on if or when Google Ventures is expected to arrive.
Two Aussie start-ups among 15 finalists for Amsterdam boot camp
2:00AM | Tuesday, 26 February 2013 | Michelle HammondAustralian start-ups 7Write and Revirda will be put through their paces when they arrive in Amsterdam this week, after being chosen as two of 15 finalists for Startupbootcamp Amsterdam.
Sacked Sensis staff welcomed by new tech start-up
2:49PM | Monday, 25 February 2013 | Michelle HammondThe chief executive of Melbourne-based tech start-up Miiy has offered to find positions for retrenched Sensis staff within his company, which is developing a range of business services.
Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin shares five insights into the social network’s future
2:40PM | Monday, 25 February 2013 | Yolanda RedrupFacebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin has given the world a tantalising insight into the social media giant – here are five key details.
Online start-up PINCHme partners with Procter & Gamble
2:56PM | Friday, 22 February 2013 | Michelle HammondSydney-based start-up PINCHme plans to build up a database of two million Australian consumers after securing consumer goods giant Proctor & Gamble as its pre-launch partner.
Expert predicts trickle-down effect for group buying after LivingSocial raises $110 million
2:10PM | Thursday, 21 February 2013 | Michelle HammondUS-based daily deals giant LivingSocial has raised another $US110 million from investors, with an industry expert predicting a trickle-down effect for smaller players.
Four things you can learn from the Yahoo! website redesign
2:02PM | Thursday, 21 February 2013 | Michelle HammondYahoo! is redesigning the main entry into its website in a bid to create a “more modern experience” for users, suggesting start-ups can take inspiration from the embattled tech giant.
