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2023 ENTERPRISE WIRED KRIS PORIA HOLIDAY SEASON SHOPPING: It is Time to Utilise Your Credit Cards for Your Small Business Needs



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From Editor s Desk Financial news platforms serve as indispensable resources for individuals and businesses alike, providing timely and relevant information on global markets, economic trends, and financial developments. These platforms offer real-time updates, expert analysis, and insights into investment opportunities, allowing users to make informed decisions. By staying informed through financial news platforms, individuals can monitor market volatility, track industry developments, and adjust their investment strategies accordingly. For businesses, financial news platforms provide valuable insights into market conditions, regulatory changes, and competitive landscapes, facilitating effective decision-making and risk management. In a fast-paced and interconnected financial world, the importance of reliable and comprehensive financial news platforms cannot be overstated. Featuring for Enterprise Wired's this issue of Most Trusted Financial News Provider Platforms – 2023 are the stories of such companies. For the cover read about Having a guiding light that illuminates the path to success can simplify the journey. This is where EarlyBirds Marketplace comes in. It provides a platform for innovators, startups, scaleups, and mature companies to exchange value at an early stage of development. Through the marketplace, innovators can list their Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) or solutions and set prices ranging from US$500 to US$25,000 for each sale. Early adopters, on the other hand, can search for and purchase innovations in their industry, based on the financial benefits they offer. They can also post challenges on the marketplace and request viable solutions from innovators. The marketplace offers escrow capabilities to reduce risk for both parties and feedback capabilities to facilitate communication and improvement. We had the opportunity to interview Kris Poria, the co-founder of EarlyBirds, to learn more about the company and its inspiration. Adeva is a global network of computer specialists whose mission is to promote unrestricted work. We are ardent supporters of remote work, thus our network spans more than 30 countries. Adeva helps companies quickly scale their technical teams while also reducing hiring costs by providing long-term, remote opportunities for tech talent all across the world. HANNAH B.

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CONTENTS 24. PROFILE Adeva- Utilizing Technology for Betterment 18. ARTICLE Entrepreneurship Lessons from 2010 World Cup 30. ARTICLE Holiday Season Shopping: It is Time to Utilise Your Credit Cards for Your Small Business Needs

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Cover Story EARLYBIRD MARKETPLAC Kris Poria | Co-Founder and CEO 12 | 2023

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Entering a new industry with the aim Millions of enterprises worldwide of becoming a dominant player can be benefit from EarlyBirds, as it offers challenging. To succeed, it is crucial to capability solutions within a reliable have in-depth knowledge about the networking platform. The platform sector, stay updated on industry allows specialists to quickly solve developments, understand the changes technical problems for early you can make, and utilize your adopters by providing alternative entrepreneurial skills to solve problems solutions. Additionally, the platform effectively. offers programs, goods, and services for innovation, enabling emerging However, having a guiding light that businesses to gain insights into the illuminates the path to success can global market. Subject matter simplify the journey. This is where experts are also invited to EarlyBirds Marketplace comes in. It collaborate with clients, enhancing provides a platform for innovators, the innovation lifecycle and startups, scaleups, and mature expediting the development of companies to exchange value at an products and services. early stage of development. Through the marketplace, innovators can list EarlyBirds focuses on ongoing their Minimum Viable Products education in corporate functions, (MVPs) or solutions and set prices helping organizations overcome ranging from US$500 to US$25,000 technological and business for each sale. challenges, and keeping them informed about changes in Early adopters, on the other hand, can technology, procedures, and search for and purchase innovations in business models. The company their industry, based on the financial provides self-service platform benefits they offer. They can also post subscriptions for customers to challenges on the marketplace and search for innovators and solutions request viable solutions from independently, as well as SME- innovators. The marketplace offers assisted programs to address specific escrow capabilities to reduce risk for challenges or ongoing innovation as both parties and feedback capabilities a service. to facilitate communication and improvement. The EarlyBirds team consists of Kris Poria, Jeff Penrose, CFO James We had the opportunity to interview Palmers, a specialist technical team, Kris Poria, the co-founder of and Subject Matter Experts known EarlyBirds, to learn more about the in the industry. The team brings company and its inspiration. Kris and deep experience across three key his business partner, Jeff Penrose, areas of focus: Early Adopters, founded EarlyBirds to bridge the gap Innovators, and Subject Matter between large corporations and Experts, covering various industry startups, facilitating collaboration and sectors. the exchange of valuable solutions. The platform aims to accelerate the Kris Poria, in addition to working in scaling process for startups and sectors such as ICT, Media, Real provide tech innovators, startups, and Estate, and Education, has also independent specialists with a platform founded his own businesses and to share information and skills. assisted clients in sectors including the Public Sector, Financial Sector, 14 | 2023

Cover Story and Energy Sector. With experience in multiple regions, including Asia, Europe, the US, and Australia, Kris has held roles ranging from software engineer to business leader. EarlyBirds' key achievements include their Edzlity framework, which helps organizations become self-learning entities, and their ecosystem that has already attracted over 3 million innovative organizations, 100 subject matter experts, and 600 organizations to their platform. They have partnered with Tier-1 governmental and private organizations in Australia to further expand their reach. EarlyBirds has been working with prominent public and private sector organizations in Australia, including two of the top 10 ASX-listed companies and large public sector agencies. Clients have provided positive feedback, highlighting how EarlyBirds has helped accelerate their innovation capability, speed, and problem-solving through their platform and frameworks. www.enterprisewired.com | 15





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The 2010 FIFA World Cup was government, the FIFA organization, the visitors, and they invested heavily in not only a global sporting event host cities, the sponsors, the suppliers, improving the hospitality and but also a showcase of and the local communities. Each entertainment services. They provided entrepreneurship and innovation. The stakeholder had a specific role and a range of amenities, such as tournament, held in South Africa, contribution to make, and their success transportation, accommodation, attracted millions of visitors and depended on the success of others. security, and entertainment, and generated billions of dollars in revenue ensured that the visitors were treated for the country and the participating Entrepreneurs can learn from this with respect and dignity. businesses. In this article, we will lesson by building strategic explore some of the entrepreneurship partnerships and collaborations with Entrepreneurs can learn from this lessons that can be learned from the other businesses, organizations, and lesson by focusing on customer 2010 World Cup and how they can be individuals. By leveraging the experience in their ventures. By applied to other ventures. strengths and resources of others, understanding the needs and entrepreneurs can expand their reach, preferences of their customers, Here are some Entrepreneurship reduce their costs, and increase their entrepreneurs can design and deliver Lessons from 2010 World Cup: impact. Partnerships can also provide products and services that exceed their opportunities for learning, innovation, expectations and create long-term Lesson 1: Create a compelling vision and shared value creation. loyalty. Customer experience can also and mission provide a competitive advantage, as it Lesson 3: Embrace innovation and can differentiate the venture from its One of the most important lessons creativity competitors and increase its brand from the 2010 World Cup is the power reputation. of a compelling vision and mission. The 2010 World Cup was also a The South African government and showcase of innovation and creativity. Lesson 5: Manage risks and business leaders had a shared vision of The tournament introduced new uncertainties hosting a successful and memorable technologies, such as the goal-line tournament that would showcase the technology and the vuvuzela horn, and The 2010 World Cup also highlighted country's potential and unite the created new experiences, such as the the importance of managing risks and people. This vision was supported by a fan parks and the cultural programs. uncertainties. The tournament faced clear mission that focused on The organizers also embraced the numerous challenges and threats, such delivering a world-class infrastructure, diversity and creativity of the host as security risks, logistical issues, and hospitality, and entertainment country, incorporating local music, financial constraints. The organizers experience for the visitors. dance, and art into the events. had to anticipate and mitigate these risks through careful planning, Entrepreneurs can learn from this Entrepreneurs can learn from this contingency measures, and lesson by developing a clear and lesson by embracing innovation and collaboration with the stakeholders. inspiring vision and mission for their creativity in their ventures. By ventures. A vision is a statement of the adopting new technologies, exploring Entrepreneurs can learn from this desired future state of the venture, new markets, and experimenting with lesson by identifying and managing the while a mission is a statement of its new business models, entrepreneurs risks and uncertainties in their purpose and values. By having a can differentiate themselves from their ventures. By conducting a thorough compelling vision and mission, competitors and create unique value risk assessment, entrepreneurs can entrepreneurs can align their for their customers. Creativity can also anticipate and prepare for potential stakeholders, attract customers and inspire new ideas, products, and threats to their business, such as partners, and motivate their team services, and foster a culture of market competition, regulatory members. learning and growth. changes, or technological disruptions. They can also develop contingency Lesson 2: Build partnerships and Lesson 4: Focus on customer plans and seek support from their collaborations experience stakeholders, such as investors, mentors, and advisors. Another lesson from the 2010 World The 2010 World Cup was also notable Cup is the importance of building for its focus on customer experience. Lesson 6: Communicate effectively partnerships and collaborations. The The organizers recognized that the tournament involved a complex success of the tournament depended on The 2010 World Cup also network of stakeholders, such as the the satisfaction and loyalty of the demonstrated the importance of 20 | 2023

effective communication. The tournament involved a diverse range of stakeholders, from different countries, cultures, and backgrounds, and the organizers had to ensure that the messages were clear, concise, and inclusive. They used various channels, such as social media, broadcast media, and on-site signage, to communicate with the visitors and the public. Entrepreneurs can learn from this lesson by developing effective communication skills in their ventures. By communicating clearly and effectively with their stakeholders, entrepreneurs can build trust, credibility, and engagement. Effective communication can also facilitate collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving. Lesson 7: Lead with passion and purpose Finally, the 2010 World Cup was a testament to the power of passion and purpose. The organizers and volunteers were driven by a strong sense of national pride, cultural identity, and social responsibility, and they worked tirelessly to make the tournament a success. Their enthusiasm and dedication inspired the visitors and the public, and created a positive legacy for the country. Entrepreneurs can learn from this lesson by leading with passion and purpose in their ventures. By aligning their personal values and goals with the venture's mission and vision, entrepreneurs can find meaning and motivation in their work, and inspire their team members, partners, and customers. Passion and purpose can also provide resilience, creativity, and adaptability in the face of challenges and setbacks. BOTTOM LINE The 2010 FIFA World Cup was a global event that showcased the entrepreneurship and innovation of South Africa and its stakeholders. Entrepreneurs can learn valuable lessons from this event, such as the power of a compelling vision and mission, the importance of partnerships and collaborations, the need for innovation and creativity, the focus on customer experience, the management of risks and uncertainties, the effectiveness of communication, and the leadership with passion and purpose. By applying these lessons to their ventures, entrepreneurs can increase their chances of success, impact, and fulfillment. www.enterprisewired.com | 21





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Katerina Trajchevska, the CEO of Adeva, is Special P rofile one of those people who understands the value of education in society. There are a lot of well-educated leaders in this world who have built a solid reputation for education and its benefits. Using education and gained knowledge, we may generate knowledge that is shared globally, allow people to discover new talents, and pass on those skills to others who need them. Wanting to help individuals who need advise is a big value. In this chat with the CEO of Adeva, Katerina Trajchevska, we will discover more about her history and character. Tell us about your company and what made you decide to create it. Adeva is a global network of computer specialists whose mission is to promote unrestricted work. We are ardent supporters of remote work, thus our network spans more than 30 countries. Adeva helps companies quickly scale their technical teams while also reducing hiring costs by providing long-term, remote opportunities for tech talent all across the world. As freelance engineers, my husband and I faced very different difficulties than those of a traditional 9–5 job when we first started our professions. Finding the ideal assignment requires a lot of time and work, as well as an entirely different set of skills. It made us aware of the large number of people who must settle for the options available to them locally because it is difficult to locate faraway ones. That is what motivated us to launch Adeva. to enable individuals like us to benefit from the flexibility of remote work without sacrificing the security of a full-time position. What goods or services does the business prioritise? How do your services differ from those offered by competitors? Adeva helps firms scale their workforce rapidly and adaptably to meet changing requirements and deadlines. We collaborate with them to identify, assess, and hire the top tech talent. 26 | 2023

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Special P rofile Adeva sets itself apart by being dedicated to the back in 2012. We were able to access more fascinating community. We consistently invest in our local chances by freelancing because the tech landscape in our communities, and we go above and beyond to maintain country is still developing. We gradually began to receive creative approaches to attracting the best talent. Due to more assignments than the two of us could handle, so we this, when faced with extreme time constraints, we are able kind of organically expanded until the point at which to ramp up entire teams in a single weekend. Additionally, Adeva was founded. we are able to be a reliable talent partner for companies that need a constant flow of talent. As an engineer and later the CEO of Adeva, I have experience working with a range of businesses, from start- Tell us a little bit about your team. ups to large corporations. Building scalable software and organising and directing engineering teams have mostly Our core team, which is still quite small, consists of twenty been the focus of my career. individuals who operate across numerous departments, including engineering, marketing, talent, and client Aside from Adeva, I'm a fervent supporter of inclusiveness operations. and remote employment. I appreciate mentoring, giving back, and volunteering for organisations whose ideals I Our leadership team is currently focusing on improving the share. core processes, developing a purpose-driven culture, and ensuring that our personnel has opportunities for What major accomplishments have you made in your progression that will help us scale more successfully. business life? I can't help but be humbled and proud to have the team I The first step is opening up to international markets after do to share this experience with. Everyone is giving their introducing Adeva and extending an invitation to all to establish an environment where our employees and newcomers to our group. Then, by scaling more adaptably, members of the community may thrive and further their turning into a talent partner and helping some important careers. Fortune 500 organisations encourage innovation.' Tell us a little bit about your professional background. The fact that Women in Tech named us the most inclusive tech company is an achievement in light of our dedication Together with a coworker who is now my business partner to diversity and equal opportunity. at Adeva, I began working as a freelance software engineer 28 | 2023



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INTRODUCTION Fraud protection The holiday season is a critical time for small businesses. Credit cards offer protection against fraudulent Consumers are in the mood to spend, and businesses need to purchases, which can be especially important during the capitalize on this opportunity to boost their sales and holiday season when there is an increased risk of fraud. revenue. One way to do this is by using credit cards to fund If a fraudulent purchase is made on a credit card, the your small business needs. Credit cards can provide business is typically only responsible for a small businesses with the necessary financing to purchase portion of the cost, while the credit card issuer covers inventory, marketing materials, and other essentials for the the rest. holiday season. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using credit cards for small business needs during the Increased purchasing power holiday season. Credit cards can provide small businesses with BENEFITS OF USING CREDIT CARDS FOR SMALL increased purchasing power, which can be especially BUSINESS NEEDS important during the holiday season when businesses may need to purchase larger quantities of inventory or Convenience materials. With a credit card, businesses can make larger purchases than they would be able to with cash or Credit cards offer convenience for small business owners other forms of financing. who need to make purchases quickly and easily. Instead of waiting for a loan or other financing options, credit cards No collateral required provide immediate access to funds. This allows businesses to take advantage of time-sensitive opportunities and purchase Credit cards do not require collateral, which can be inventory or materials when they need them most. beneficial for small businesses that do not have significant assets to pledge as collateral. This can make Cash flow management it easier for businesses to access financing and make purchases during the holiday season. Credit cards can help small businesses manage their cash flow during the holiday season. With a credit card, HOW TO USE CREDIT CARDS RESPONSIBLY businesses can make purchases when they need to, and then FOR SMALL BUSINESS NEEDS pay off the balance at a later date. This can help businesses avoid cash flow problems and ensure that they have enough While there are many benefits to using credit cards for working capital to keep their operations running smoothly. small business needs during the holiday season, it is important to use them responsibly. Here are some tips Rewards and benefits for using credit cards responsibly for small business needs: Many credit cards offer rewards and benefits that can help small businesses save money during the holiday season. For Set a budget example, some cards offer cashback or points for purchases made at certain retailers or in certain categories. These Before using a credit card for small business needs, it is rewards can help offset the costs of holiday shopping and important to set a budget and stick to it. This can help provide businesses with a financial incentive to use their businesses avoid overspending and accumulating too credit cards. much debt. Build credit history Monitor credit utilization Using credit cards responsibly can help small businesses Credit utilization is the amount of available credit that build their credit history. By making timely payments and is being used. It is important to keep credit utilization keeping their credit utilization low, businesses can establish low to maintain a good credit score. A good rule of a strong credit score, which can help them qualify for future thumb is to keep credit utilization below 30% of the financing options and better terms on loans. available credit limit. 32 | 2023

Make timely payments Making timely payments is crucial for maintaining a good credit score and avoiding late fees and interest charges. It is important to make at least the minimum payment on time each month, and to pay off the balance in full whenever possible. Avoid cash advances Cash advances on credit cards often come with high fees and interest rates, and should be avoided whenever possible. Choose the right credit card It is important to choose the right credit card for small business needs. Look for cards that offer rewards and benefits that align with your business needs and spending habits. Additionally, look for cards with low interest rates and fees to minimize the cost of borrowing. Keep records Keep records of all credit card transactions and receipts to help with budgeting and accounting. This can also help businesses track expenses and identify areas where they can cut costs in the future. BOTTOM LINE The holiday season is an important time for small businesses, and using credit cards responsibly can help businesses take advantage of this opportunity to boost their sales and revenue. Credit cards offer convenience, cash flow management, rewards and benefits, build credit history, fraud protection, increased purchasing power, and do not require collateral. However, it is important to use credit cards responsibly by setting a budget, monitoring credit utilization, making timely payments, avoiding cash advances, choosing the right credit card, and keeping records. By following these tips, small businesses can make the most of the holiday season and set themselves up for success in the future. www.enterprisewired.com | 33





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