BisonX

01/14/2024

When you list all the reasons your business is successful – where does your community land on that list? 🌇

Your clients, mentors, investors, your friends and family, your biggest community advocates— could you have done it without them?

There's no better time than now to re-invest in the community that supports you and your business. With a tax-deductible donation to BisonX, you're contributing to the vitality of small businesses and business owners. Get in touch: https://bit.ly/40fHPtM

01/12/2024

BisonX is seeking goal-oriented, engaged private investors to join our startup ecosystem. Your tax-deductible contribution funds idea validation and experiential learning that is critical for new business owners in the communities we serve – throughout ND, SD, MN, MT and WY.

Start a conversation today: [email protected]

01/10/2024

gratitude | grat·i·tude | noun | a readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness

As we celebrate the holiday season and reflect on the past year, we must take a moment to express our gratitude to the founders, corporate sponsors and private investors.

These wonderful people have supported our innovative nonprofit as we took the monumental step of building a startup ecosystem that supports new business owners with capital, grants, advice and an ecosystem aimed at helping them achieve success. Thank you! 🙏🏼

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01/08/2024

These are the moments that make our work rewarding – the moments we meet with founders to hear their big ideas. The energy, the excitement! It’s incredible to take part in. 😄

During those moments, our goal is to do far more than simply listen to their pitch, provide grants and put private equity into their business before we send them on their way. That’s not the way we work here.

We put in the time to validate their ideas and make the business as strong as it can be. We believe in the founders we serve – and we trust that if you meet a few, you will too.

https://bit.ly/40fHPtM

01/06/2024

☑️You’re ready. ☑️ We’re ready.

Let’s start the business of your dreams in 2024! BisonX supports local founders with every step – from your initial idea through launch.

Entrepreneurs in our startup studio ecosystem benefit from:
• Supportive strategy sessions
• Expert advice for facing challenges head-on
• Vast depth of experience
• Nurtured connections in the communities we serve
• Startup capital provided by our private investors and corporate sponsors
• Access to small business grants

We’re here to go on this journey alongside you – reach out to start a conversation.

https://bit.ly/48bcCLj

01/04/2024

"In the world of entrepreneurship, few are pushing innovation, technology, and for-profit entrepreneurs forward to the degree that Nick Edwards and Jeff McDermott are via their nonprofit.”

— Grant Ayers, Fargo INC!

We are beyond honored to be featured in the magazine’s December issue. This well-written piece introduces potential entrepreneurs and donors to our founders and shares about our pioneering approach to creating a venture capital and private equity firm as a non-profit.

Grab a copy or give it a read online: https://bit.ly/3RwC20l

01/02/2024

Have you heard of experiential learning? 🧠 It’s essentially learning by doing.

This valuable opportunity is what we offer to our founders.

There's a time and place for an individual to invest in courses or textbooks – but at BisonX we take innovators to the next step, together. We walk them through valuable business lessons so they have the best chances of success.

If you're interested in boosting the next generation of business owners, why not privately invest in our startup ecosystem? You’ll play a critical role in boosting our local economies.

📧 Get in touch: [email protected]

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01/01/2024

🎆 Happy New Year! Cheers to a 2024 that’s off the charts. 🎇

12/29/2023

To exist, most venture capital and private equity firms are cautious about who they choose to back. Their focus is bigger, better. They’re often based in our nation’s largest cities and attract the top talent – but not everyone wants to build their business in a metropolitan area. Talent exists everywhere!

That’s why we serve MT, WY, MN, ND and SD – these underrepresented communities lack venture capital opportunities but still can create brilliant ideas. 💡

Whether it’s a local mom-and-pop shop or a small technology firm with a one-in-a-million idea – we serve anyone with the knowledge to succeed.

For those seeking to invest in these local entrepreneurs, let’s talk.

https://bit.ly/40fHPtM

12/27/2023

"Most companies aren't VC-ready; in fact, 97% of companies aren't VC-backable.”

Our Founder Nick Edwards shared this when speaking with Fargo INC for this month’s issue — and we find this succinct statement an eloquent summary of why our non-profit exists, and why we work tirelessly to support eager founders in our five-state area (MN | ND | SD | MT | WY).

We aren't solely seeking the unicorns of their industries – we aim to contribute to the economy with scalable, cash-flowing businesses that also benefit the community. We’re eager to support entrepreneurs in establishing and growing their passion into a thriving business.

Founders, reach out to start your BisonXperience today: https://bit.ly/3RwC20l

12/25/2023

🙌🏽 Happy Holidays 🙌🏻 Let’s take a moment to pause and celebrate the season. While it has been an incredible year – the best is yet to come.

12/23/2023

We've been asked where we want to go in the future. ↗️

The answer is easy — we want to be everywhere the typical VC firm is not. Investing in great ideas shouldn't be limited to major metropolitan hubs such as NYC or the Bay Area. Innovation happens everywhere! 🗺️

To do that, we need the help of corporate sponsors right here in the Upper Midwest. Help grow our grant fund to support our startup ecosystem – and keep our small, local cities vibrant and competitive.

Your tax-deductible donations help dreams come true.

https://bit.ly/40fHPtM

At BisonX, our start-up studio & venture capital ecosystem empowers entrepreneurs by providing access to non-traditional financial models.