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How to best begin contributing and adding value as new #boardmember? @Forbes article shares tips for both #directors and #management for best onboarding. bit.ly/3FfkqQD

When #scaling a business, planning is key. A solid infrastructure is an essential building block for a company's eventual #growth and #scalability. Article on @Entrepreneur suggests three steps to consider for a good infrastructure. bit.ly/3EQNe0k

Another rising star in the Finnish software startup scene: Lenio Oy collected €390k in funding. With it as well as the new, valuable network of experts, Lenio is now well placed to serve its clients and, further down the line, set sights abroad. bit.ly/3Y0cDgA

What should a #board do if the #CEO is not available to lead an organization through a crisis? Forbes article presents key questions to ask and discusses how the board can bring order to chaos. bit.ly/3tdhHQU

The challenges of forestry and climate change require a far more efficient, data-driven approach. Our portfolio company @CollectiveCrnch’s CEO @rolfcrunch talks about how #DigitalData is essential in sustainable forestry on ForestTECH. bit.ly/3taL3PF

VCs are intrigued with #Web3—but why? Article on @Entrepreneur focuses on some of the benefits that #investing in the Web3 sector can bring. bit.ly/3PU2CfO

Markko Vaarnas, Managing Partner at Takeoff Partners, passed the milestone of 1,000 #BoardMeetings. With experience as a CEO as well as a board member, he discusses how #GrowthCompanies can get the most out of their boards. Read more on our new article. bit.ly/3CRhuZ0

#EmployeeEmpowerment can benefit #organizations in different ways. Our portfolio company @howspacecom explores why empowering employees and making space for real collaboration can lead to greater impact. bit.ly/3AznOC1

What does it take to have an effective #BoardOfDirectors? @Forbes article discusses six dimensions that can help guide the performance of the board. bit.ly/3wHWxMJ

Over the next year, businesses will face employment problems that may fundamentally alter the composition of their workforce. @ChiefExecGrp article focuses on what corporate boards may want to consider as they reimagine the workforce of the future. bit.ly/3vIckdV

How to grow a business and maintain growth once it's time to start outsourcing? Marc Freund talks about building Five Tool, a company that aids #B2B #SaaS businesses in winning more leads. He also shares some key advice for #scaling. Article by @saasmag. bit.ly/3Jut0eE

What are #investors looking for in 2022? The new version of the #SaaS Funding Napkin indicates e.g. that “investors pay more attention to capital efficiency and valuation.” Article by @chrija on @Medium. bit.ly/3Q3nGS6

How to grow your business during turbulent times? @Forbes article by Ariel Katz discusses what it was like growing a business during rapid scaling—on both the financial and people sides. bit.ly/3nFbaeS

Many CEOs consider it to be a fine art to manage the expectations of their #investors and #boardmembers. @Entrepreneur article presents five tips for CEOs to employ for a long and successful relationship with their investors and board. bit.ly/3NH3bIL

Companies want employees to return to the office. “57% of workers agree that access to privacy is the best office perk.” Our portfolio company @frameryfinland discusses a survey which reveals that what employees really want is #WorkLifeSatisfaction. bit.ly/3IaVw4l

“SaaS valuations have officially collapsed. We’re back to pre-2016 levels.” According to a survey of 123 companies, the average public #SaaS business is trading at 7.5x revenue, while the median is 6.3x. Article by Sammy Abdullah on @Medium. bit.ly/3P6HEdP

How to ensure a smooth transition to #InternationalMarkets? @Forbes article lists best tips for businesses considering #InternationalExpansion. bit.ly/3GqyuFB

In times of exponential change, boards need to evolve as well. This includes “diversity, a purpose-driven culture, better corporate reputation, sustainability, talent and resilience.” Article by @Entrepreneur. bit.ly/3PJ5Oft

How to coordinate with employees in the current time of #HybridWork and #RemoteWork? Our portfolio company @howspacecom shares 7 tips for effective leadership. bit.ly/3PPtuyD

How to join a #BoardofDirectors? @Medium article discusses which actions can help you improve your chances of being selected for a publicly held company in the future. bit.ly/3KEYr4K