Advisory and governance boards can can be critical to the success of your startup in the early stages. Yet it's important to create an effective board that understands the unique requirements of startups, says leading New Zealand angel investor and startup advisor Debra Hall. (video)

Establishing your brand early on -- as an extension of your beliiefs, values and vision -- can be critical to your success in the early stages. Check out highlights from angel investor and startup advisor Debra Hall’s presentation on branding for startups. (video)

Company structure is the foundation of your business for future growth. Having the right structure in place from the beginning can reduce risk, increase success and avoid issues with shareholders and other stakeholders in the future.

How can startups value and protect intangible assets for the sustainability and longevity of the business? Hear from experts in intellectual property at ecentre’s next Startup Toolkit session. Register here.

Test your assumptions about the value you provide to customers with a minimum viable product.

When it's time to raise capital for your startup, these 10 tips will help you to jump some of the common hurdles entrepreneurs face. 

Having a great pitch for your business idea can make the difference between attracting people to help and providing you with resources and turning people away. Check out our tips for pitching your idea.

I have met with hundreds of entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs over the past 5 years to hear about their business idea and what help they are looking for. It’s a great job, one that I love, but I often despair when I hear the same mistakes being repeated over and over again.