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Lolita's Newsletter is a bi-weekly publication aimed at early-stage founders, funders, and friends, focusing on curated resources across diverse markets like LGBTQ+, mental health, and the Latine community. It includes funding opportunities, tech startup insights, and personal investment announcements by Ganas Ventures and Lolita in various innovative startups.

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The hottest Substack posts of Lolita's Newsletter

And their main takeaways
176 implied HN points β€’ 11 Jun 23
  1. LGBTQ+ community has significant spending power and presents a $3.7 trillion market opportunity.
  2. Investing in LGBTQ+-founded startups shows outsized returns and profitability.
  3. Encouraging investment in LGBTQ+-focused tech startups creates an inclusive tech industry with potential for exceptional returns.
78 implied HN points β€’ 28 Jan 24
  1. Ganas Ventures and Lolita Taub invested in Avify, and you can too!
  2. Avify is addressing a $1.8 trillion inventory distortion challenge with strong traction and community support.
  3. Avify's team has a strong background, the market opportunity is significant in Latin America, and they are focused on revolutionizing SMB inventory management.
137 implied HN points β€’ 06 Aug 23
  1. US economy is experiencing ups and downs with increased interest rates and reduced consumer spending
  2. Global VC funding dropped significantly in Q2 2023 but some areas like AI and female founders are showing promise
  3. Despite the challenges, tough times can present opportunities for staying informed, resilient, and adaptable
137 implied HN points β€’ 28 May 23
  1. The mental health market is projected to reach $537 billion by 2030 with opportunities for innovative solutions to improve lives.
  2. Stigma around mental health treatment is decreasing, with more people supporting individuals with mental illnesses to live full and productive lives.
  3. Various funding opportunities are available for founders, especially in the mental health and diverse founder spaces.
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58 implied HN points β€’ 11 Feb 24
  1. Lab-grown diamonds are trending, attracting over $10M in funding opportunities.
  2. In startup investment, there's a shift towards valuing business durability over growth obsession, with a focus on sectors like AI and defense.
  3. Founders have access to various funding opportunities ranging from grants for underrepresented groups to equity crowdfunding up to $5 million.
98 implied HN points β€’ 02 Jul 23
  1. Monthly newsletter for underestimated founders, funders, and friends with curated insights and resources
  2. Importance of leaning on community for personal and professional success, highlighted with examples like BeyoncΓ© and Barbie
  3. Announcements of funds raised by various ventures and empowerment initiatives for underrepresented founders
58 implied HN points β€’ 10 Sep 23
  1. Latine community contributes significantly to the economy but faces challenges in venture capital funding
  2. Ganas Ventures is actively participating in events in Mexico, Guatemala, and Ecuador
  3. Various funding opportunities are available for underrepresented founders in different sectors
19 implied HN points β€’ 16 May 23
  1. Moms in the United States control a significant portion of household purchases, showing impressive spending power.
  2. Mom founders like Jessica Alba, Melanie Perkins, Toyin Ajayi, and Whitney Wolf have achieved unicorn status with their startups.
  3. Supporting mom-led startups can lead to significant investments, high valuations, and successful exits.
0 implied HN points β€’ 16 May 23
  1. The market is showing various trends like slowing inflation, high interest rates, and increased retail spending.
  2. Black Love Day embraces peace and love, originating as a day to celebrate Christian martyrs before becoming a commercial holiday focused on chocolates and cards.
  3. Various grants and benefits are available for founders, including grants for underrepresented groups like women and BIPOC founders.
0 implied HN points β€’ 16 May 23
  1. Understanding the Gartner hype cycle can help with making investment decisions and managing expectations about new technologies.
  2. AI is in the Slope of Enlightenment phase of the hype cycle, presenting a good investment opportunity.
  3. Blockchain may be in the Trough of Disillusionment phase, but Web 3 development is in its early stages, offering potential for decentralized app growth.