Jowell ShekinBooost BlogBooost Blog: What Even Is A Fair Share Of Startup Equity?There is often confusion surrounding how much equity each founder should have at the inception of a company due to disagreements on…Aug 3, 20201Aug 3, 20201
Jowell ShekinBooost BlogBooost Blog: Can Your Co-founder Be Your Friend?Finding the right co-founders is crucial for the success of your business, as many startups fail due to a lack of team chemistry.Jul 30, 2020Jul 30, 2020
Jowell ShekinBooost Blog5 Metrics Early-Stage Startups Should TrackAround 75% of venture-backed startups kick their buckets when either their cash or enthusiasm (or both) dry up. And most of the remaining…Jul 7, 2020Jul 7, 2020
Jowell ShekinCatalyst VenturesSilver Lining in VC Amidst COVID-19The current situation with the virus and economic downturn has undeniably impacted us in a couple of ways, including a massive impact on…Mar 20, 2020Mar 20, 2020
Jowell ShekinCatalyst VenturesOur Investment In Telkie — Discover Hidden Hotel DealsWhat if we told you — you weren’t getting the best hotel deals all along? When it comes to hotel deals, direct and private is key.Nov 27, 2019Nov 27, 2019
Jowell ShekinCatalyst VenturesOur Investment in TripGuru — Redefining The Way We Create Unforgettable ExperiencesTripGuru initiates a global and radical reinvention of what it means to create unforgettable experiences in the Tours and Experiences…Oct 15, 2019Oct 15, 2019
Jowell ShekinCatalyst VenturesWhat SoftBank’s Vision Fund Is Betting OnThe online travel market is likely to become one of the fastest growing in the future, and big-name VCs like Softbank’s Vision Fund are…Jul 9, 2019Jul 9, 2019
Jowell ShekinTelkieThe Endgame — Expedia VS United AirlinesThe travel distribution landscape has changed drastically during the past decade. The current contention between United airlines and…May 23, 2019May 23, 2019
Jowell ShekinCatalyst VenturesFeatherweight VCs On The RiseNot everyone wants to raise a billion-dollar VC fund. “Featherweight” VCs are alive and well, and in fact, soaring and thriving in 2019.May 17, 2019May 17, 2019