Innovation Conversations: The key to growing your startup today

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Kylie Frazer is passionate about startups and investing in tech. It’s what she lives and breathes every day as the Managing Partner of Eleanor Venture, an early-stage tech investment syndicate that helps private investors build diversified technology startup portfolios.

Kylie is one of the judges of the 2021 Amazon Launchpad Innovation Grants for up-and-coming startups and small businesses. As part of the initiative, five winners will each be given a grant package worth more than $200,000. Each grant package includes $20,000 in cash, marketing support and advertising packages, mentorship from Amazon experts, and industry networking opportunities. Applications close May 10, 2021.

We spoke with Kylie Frazer to find out what innovation means in business for 2021 and why you should apply for an Amazon Launchpad Innovation Grant:

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Adam Bub is the Head of Commercial Media at SmartCo Media (formerly Pinstripe Media), managing digital and TV partner content for Business Builders, Startup Daily, SmartCompany, Flying Solo and Your Money & Your Life. Previously an editor at Nine Digital and Mamamia, Adam is a strategic storyteller who loves creating value for audiences and brands. Adam has led content-driven media campaigns for 100s of global and local brands, including IKEA, Amazon and Dell Technologies. Adam interviews entrepreneurs on the Business Builders podcast First Act.

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