Startups That Listen Win: The Quiet Signals That Change Everything
Let’s be real: it’s loud out there.Everyone’s pitching. Everyone’s shipping. Everyone’s tweeting about their next big thing. But here’s what we’ve seen at Nova Ventures:The teams that grow the fastest?They’re usually the ones who listen the best. And not just to what users say, but to what they don’t say. The Smartest Founders Aren’t Just […]
Investor Ready: How Founders Can Stand Out in a Crowded Market
At Nova Ventures, we meet incredible founders every day.Some have the next big idea. Some have the best team.The ones who win investors’ trust? They have both, and they know how to show it. More Than a Pitch DeckIn today’s market, investors see hundreds of pitches.Your idea is important, but your execution plan, team, and […]
Turning Economic Shifts into Opportunities: What U.S. GDP Trends Mean for Canadian Startups
The U.S. economy contracted by 0.5% in the first quarter of 2025, marking its first decline in three years. This downturn was primarily driven by a 37.9% surge in imports, as businesses and consumers rushed to purchase foreign goods ahead of anticipated tariffs under President Trump’s trade policies. This surge negatively impacted GDP by nearly […]
