Insights by Paula Cristea

  • Paula Cristea - 10 Feb 2025
    In June 2024, THG Energy Solutions, a recognized leader in the US energy management and data reporting industry, entered a strategic partnership with Thinslices. With a robust industry presence and backed by a strong recommendation from a previous client, our collaboration focuses on the digital transformation of their current systems into one streamlined, optimized platform.
  • Paula Cristea - 8 Jan 2025
    In 2024, we formed a strategic partnership with Leafwell, one of the largest telemedicine providers in the U.S. specializing in medical cannabis consultations. The collaboration began with advisory support focused on DevOps, site reliability, scaling, and performance. As the partnership deepened, our founder, Ilie Ghiciuc, joined Leafwell's board, contributing to their organizational development and leadership strategy.
  • Best Places to Launch Your Startup
    Paula Cristea - 27 Nov 2024
    Where should you launch your startup? The answer could shape everything—from funding and legal structure to talent access and day-to-day costs. Choosing the right location for your startup is a strategic decision beyond logistics. Your home base can attract investors, connect you with talent, and link you to a network of founders and mentors who can help realize your vision.
  • Paula Cristea - 11 Nov 2024
    Imagine launching a rocket without a co-pilot or trying to sail a ship with a one-person crew—sounds challenging, doesn’t it? Building a startup is much like that. It demands a team where each member offers something different but equally critical to the journey. The secret is balance. The best founding teams don’t just have the skills; they complement each other's strengths and weaknesses to form a cohesive unit.
  • Fintech news
    Paula Cristea - 23 Oct 2024
    We know you're busy, so here’s a quick overview of some recent developments in the fintech industry from the past two weeks: Payments and Partnerships Stripe is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Bridge, a stablecoin infrastructure startup, in a deal potentially worth $1 billion. This acquisition would enhance Stripe's capabilities in the burgeoning stablecoin market. Read more here.
  • startup checklist
    Paula Cristea - 8 Oct 2024
    Starting a new business venture is both an exciting and challenging experience. As a founder, you're about to enter the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, eager to develop your idea into a tangible product. But where should you begin, and how do you ensure you're moving in the right direction, especially when navigating uncharted territory?
  • Paula Cristea - 29 Aug 2024
    Unsurprisingly, many eager entrepreneurs find themselves excited to start a business but struggle with pinpointing a viable idea. This is a common hurdle for various reasons, such as not being exposed to different industries, having limited experience, or just being overwhelmed by the startup landscape.
  • Paula Cristea - 15 Aug 2024
    Embarking on the startup journey often begins with a spark—a realization that there is a problem to be solved or an opportunity to seize. This initial ideation phase teems with excitement and potential, yet it's also riddled with challenges that can overwhelm even the most enthusiastic entrepreneurs. From validating the idea to securing that crucial first round of funding, the roadblocks can seem daunting and unending.

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