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Top news of the week: 08.11.2022.

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@founderannie shared
On Nov 7, 2022
RT @loriberenberg: deborah and angela are a force to be reckoned with. this is just the beginning! #proudinvestor https://t.co/zBvyRx4WAJ
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HR platform WorkTorch raises $2.2M seed round

HR platform WorkTorch raises $2.2M seed round

WorkTorch, previously known as QuickHire, announced today the closing of a $2.2 million seed round led by Tenzing Capital.

@alexrkonrad shared
On Nov 3, 2022
RT @lg: oh nice, thanks @Forbes @jenamcgregor @alexrkonrad for including @envoy on the Forbes Future of Work 50! i didn't even know there were 50 companies in this space yet -- the secret's out! 😍🙏 https://t.co/JxSeWhpfSy
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Introducing The Forbes Future Of Work 50

Introducing The Forbes Future Of Work 50

Forbes' inaugural list of 50 leaders, executives, thinkers and teams who are shaping the office of tomorrow, today.

@meliarobin shared
On Nov 3, 2022
It hasn't been an easy year for startups, but those in the Midwest have had it easier. h/t @M25vc https://t.co/UaXrmm4bpq https://t.co/izN6rYOSQ5
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The 39 most important VCs in the Midwest, according to other VCs

The 39 most important VCs in the Midwest, according to other VCs

Insider asked venture capitalists from across the country about the Midwest investors to know. Here's who they nominated.

@scottpantall shared
On Nov 1, 2022
RT @OMFoundation: JOB OPPORTUNITY! Senior Account Executive for The Colorado Sun The Colorado Sun is expanding their sales team and is seeking a full-time, experienced advertising salesperson to grow the Colorado market and support our growing public benefit corporation. https://t.co/2BCKU8zlFw
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Senior Account Executive – Colorado Sun

Senior Account Executive – Colorado Sun

The Colorado Sun is expanding our sales team and is seeking a full-time, experienced advertising salesperson to grow the Colorado market and support our growing public benefit corporation. ...

@BusinessInsider shared
On Nov 5, 2022
RT @BITech: Thousands of workers were laid off this week as tech companies and startups brace for an economic crash. Investors, founders, and recruiters explain why this is just the beginning. https://t.co/dRkROZISer
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Thousands of workers were laid off this week as tech companies and startups brace for an economic crash. Investors, founders, and recruiters explain why this is just the beginning.

Thousands of workers were laid off this week as tech companies and startups brace for an economic crash. Investors, founders, and recruiters explain why this is just the beginning.

Stripe. Lyft. Chime. OpenDoor. GoFundMe. From tiny startups to publicly traded giants, the tech industry is slashing jobs left and right.

@denverpost shared
On Nov 7, 2022
The menu is centered around half and quarter rotisserie chicken with house-made dipping sauces, plus Costa Rican dishes with his own twist https://t.co/eGG78eXfHI
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“Top Chef” Season 18 contestant Byron Gomez opens first concept in Avanti Boulder

“Top Chef” Season 18 contestant Byron Gomez opens first concept in Avanti Boulder

The menu is also centered around half and quarter rotisserie chicken with house made dipping sauces, plus Costa Rican dishes with Gomez’s own twist.

@denverpost shared
On Nov 3, 2022
RT @tineywristwatch: The campaign to legalize #psilocybin in Colorado has raised $5.5M, most of which has come from two related sources with deep pockets and high-profile connections. Among them, @BlakeMycoskie, founder of TOMS. See who else has donated to New Approach PAC: https://t.co/ksGZna7FvQ
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What we know about the money behind psychedelic mushroom legalization in Colorado

What we know about the money behind psychedelic mushroom legalization in Colorado

Blake Mycoskie, the founder of TOMS shoe company, is one of several high profile American business people who donated to New Approach PAC this election season.

@denverpost shared
On Nov 2, 2022
RT @meganululani: Colorado’s first Black-owned and Black woman-led venture capital firm -- New Community Transformation Fund-Denver -- is partnering with the state to expand access to capital to diverse entrepreneurs. For @denverpost. https://t.co/E6v7zVFpIR
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Colorado’s first Black-owned, woman-led venture capital firm secures $5 million from state venture capital program

Colorado’s first Black-owned, woman-led venture capital firm secures $5 million from state venture capital program

The New Community Transformation Fund aims to invest in early to mid-stage businesses owned and operated by entrepreneurs of color.