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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Alex Doll Joins National Venture Capital Association Board of Directors
Ten Eleven Ventures Co-founder Will Support NVCA's Mission to Advance the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem and Improve IPO Access for High-Growth Companies BURLINGAME, Calif., June 05, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ten Eleven Ventures, the original cybersecurity-focused, global, and stage-agnostic investment firm, today announced that its co-founder and managing general partner, Alex Doll, has been appointed to the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) Board of Directors. Doll brings extensive experience as a venture investor and a deep strategic understanding of the cybersecurity landscape to the NVCA. At Ten Eleven Ventures, he has successfully led investments in over 60 cybersecurity startups and scale-ups, already guiding 17 to successful exits, including notable IPOs such as Ping Identity, Darktrace, and KnowBe4. As a member of the NVCA Board, Doll will leverage his experience to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem and help innovative startups more effectively navigate the transition from private to public markets. Doll's appointment also affirms the NVCA's growing recognition of cybersecurity's critical importance across venture capital and entrepreneurial ecosystems. As the founder of the industry's first cybersecurity specialist venture capital firm, Doll brings a distinctive perspective on the complex ways national security and geopolitics impact start-ups and scale ups in the cybersecurity industry. As a board member, he looks forward to adding insights on national security and geopolitical dynamics from the point of view of the cybersecurity industry. "We're thrilled to welcome Alex Doll to the NVCA board," said NVCA President and CEO Bobby Franklin. "Through his leadership in our National Security Working Group, Alex has consistently brought sharp insight and a deep commitment to safeguarding American innovation. Adding his perspective to NVCA's Board of Directors will be invaluable as we work to better serve the entrepreneurs tackling today's toughest challenges." "The NVCA plays a crucial role in advocating for policies that fuel innovation, facilitating strategic private-public partnerships, and nurturing an engaged venture community," said Alex Doll. "In today's challenging economic climate, cybersecurity startups face increasing obstacles in accessing public markets. To sustain innovation and scalability in this critical sector, we must evolve our regulatory frameworks and ecosystem support to streamline and demystify the IPO process. Additionally, we must remain steadfast in our commitment to funding groundbreaking research, protecting intellectual property, and strengthening national cybersecurity resilience. I'm committed to working with the NVCA and policymakers to drive meaningful change on these important matters." The appointment also underscores Doll's deep-rooted commitment to the NVCA's mission, continuing a family legacy of leadership. Alex's father, Dixon Doll, served multiple terms on NVCA's board, including as Chairman during the critical passage of the U.S. JOBS Act in 2012. That landmark legislation marked a rare alignment between government and business, fostering significant advancements in innovation, infrastructure, entrepreneurship, and job creation. The NVCA remains dedicated to advocating for public policies, facilitating strategic collaboration, and providing resources to empower venture capital firms and startups. Doll's expertise and visionary leadership will be pivotal in advancing NVCA's ongoing efforts to strengthen the foundations of high-growth businesses across America. More details on the new board appointments can be found here. About Ten Eleven Ventures Ten Eleven Ventures is the original cybersecurity-focused, global and stage-agnostic investment firm. The firm finds, invests in and helps grow top cybersecurity companies addressing critical digital security needs, tapping its team, network and experience to help build successful businesses. Since its founding, Ten Eleven Ventures has raised over $US1 billion and made over 60 cybersecurity investments across stages worldwide, including KnowBe4, Darktrace, Axis Security, Twistlock, Verodin, Cylance and Ping Identity. For more information, please visit About NVCA The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) empowers the next generation of American companies that will fuel the economy of tomorrow. As the voice of the U.S. venture capital and startup community, NVCA advocates for public policy that supports the American entrepreneurial ecosystem. Serving the venture community as the preeminent trade association, NVCA arms the venture community for success, serving as the leading resource for venture capital data, practical education, peer-led initiatives, and networking. For more information about NVCA, please visit View source version on Contacts Ten Eleven Ventures Press Contact: Monsy Carlomonsy@
Business Wire
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Alex Doll Joins National Venture Capital Association Board of Directors
BURLINGAME, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ten Eleven Ventures, the original cybersecurity-focused, global, and stage-agnostic investment firm, today announced that its co-founder and managing general partner, Alex Doll, has been appointed to the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) Board of Directors. 'We're thrilled to welcome Alex Doll to the NVCA board,' said NVCA President and CEO Bobby Franklin. Doll brings extensive experience as a venture investor and a deep strategic understanding of the cybersecurity landscape to the NVCA. At Ten Eleven Ventures, he has successfully led investments in over 60 cybersecurity startups and scale-ups, already guiding 17 to successful exits, including notable IPOs such as Ping Identity, Darktrace, and KnowBe4. As a member of the NVCA Board, Doll will leverage his experience to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem and help innovative startups more effectively navigate the transition from private to public markets. Doll's appointment also affirms the NVCA's growing recognition of cybersecurity's critical importance across venture capital and entrepreneurial ecosystems. As the founder of the industry's first cybersecurity specialist venture capital firm, Doll brings a distinctive perspective on the complex ways national security and geopolitics impact start-ups and scale ups in the cybersecurity industry. As a board member, he looks forward to adding insights on national security and geopolitical dynamics from the point of view of the cybersecurity industry. 'We're thrilled to welcome Alex Doll to the NVCA board,' said NVCA President and CEO Bobby Franklin. 'Through his leadership in our National Security Working Group, Alex has consistently brought sharp insight and a deep commitment to safeguarding American innovation. Adding his perspective to NVCA's Board of Directors will be invaluable as we work to better serve the entrepreneurs tackling today's toughest challenges.' 'The NVCA plays a crucial role in advocating for policies that fuel innovation, facilitating strategic private-public partnerships, and nurturing an engaged venture community,' said Alex Doll. 'In today's challenging economic climate, cybersecurity startups face increasing obstacles in accessing public markets. To sustain innovation and scalability in this critical sector, we must evolve our regulatory frameworks and ecosystem support to streamline and demystify the IPO process. Additionally, we must remain steadfast in our commitment to funding groundbreaking research, protecting intellectual property, and strengthening national cybersecurity resilience. I'm committed to working with the NVCA and policymakers to drive meaningful change on these important matters.' The appointment also underscores Doll's deep-rooted commitment to the NVCA's mission, continuing a family legacy of leadership. Alex's father, Dixon Doll, served multiple terms on NVCA's board, including as Chairman during the critical passage of the U.S. JOBS Act in 2012. That landmark legislation marked a rare alignment between government and business, fostering significant advancements in innovation, infrastructure, entrepreneurship, and job creation. The NVCA remains dedicated to advocating for public policies, facilitating strategic collaboration, and providing resources to empower venture capital firms and startups. Doll's expertise and visionary leadership will be pivotal in advancing NVCA's ongoing efforts to strengthen the foundations of high-growth businesses across America. More details on the new board appointments can be found here. About Ten Eleven Ventures Ten Eleven Ventures is the original cybersecurity-focused, global and stage-agnostic investment firm. The firm finds, invests in and helps grow top cybersecurity companies addressing critical digital security needs, tapping its team, network and experience to help build successful businesses. Since its founding, Ten Eleven Ventures has raised over $US1 billion and made over 60 cybersecurity investments across stages worldwide, including KnowBe4, Darktrace, Axis Security, Twistlock, Verodin, Cylance and Ping Identity. For more information, please visit About NVCA The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) empowers the next generation of American companies that will fuel the economy of tomorrow. As the voice of the U.S. venture capital and startup community, NVCA advocates for public policy that supports the American entrepreneurial ecosystem. Serving the venture community as the preeminent trade association, NVCA arms the venture community for success, serving as the leading resource for venture capital data, practical education, peer-led initiatives, and networking. For more information about NVCA, please visit
Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Lee Mack breaks silence after show's future is confirmed
BBC One has given Lee Mack's long-running sitcom Not Going Out an update on whether or not a new will series will be commissioned Lee Mack has shared an exciting career update as his hit sitcom Not Going Out is set to continue until at least 2026 after being renewed for a 15th season. The Southport comedian stars in the show, which debuted in 2006 and features him playing a fictionalised version of himself. The programme faced a brief hiatus after its third series in 2009 but made a swift comeback in 2011 and has been a staple on our screens ever since. The BBC's recent confirmation means fans can look forward to more laughs for years to come. Overjoyed with the announcement, Lee expressed his delight: "I am delighted that the BBC are once again showing such great support for studio sitcom. It's a genre I've always loved and to be able to be part of it myself for so many years is both a privilege and an excuse not to have to shop, as I always take the underpants they give me home." Jon Petrie, the BBC's director of comedy, couldn't hold back his praise for Not Going Out, attributing its success to Lee Mack's comedic genius: "'Not Going Out' is in rude health as it passes its centenary episode, and that's due to the incredible creativity of Lee Mack, who has the most amazing ability to pack a show full of jokes", reports the Liverpool Echo. "We're excited for audiences to find out what the new chapter looks like for Lee and Lucy." Not Going Out now holds the title of the UK's longest-running sitcom currently on air and is second only to Last of the Summer Wine in terms of longevity for prime time sitcoms in the UK. The forthcoming series will feature a time leap for Lee and Lucy, along with a slight alteration in the format where each episode unfolds within a 30-minute timeframe. The synopsis states: "Series 14 now rolls the story on several years again, with the couple moving away from their suburban 'empty nest' and finding plenty of time to focus on each other... what could possibly go wrong? (Spoiler: quite a lot!)." Exact airing dates for the 14th and 15th series are still under wraps. However, details and episode titles for the imminent run next month have been disclosed, including House Move where Lee "asks to use the loo, causing unwanted tension with the vendor", Doll when he uncovers a box from the tip "to reveal a sex doll" and a disastrous holiday in Campervan. In Oasis, the pair "start to blame in each other" as they miss out on tickets for the band's reunion gig, Dragon Castle sees them "on the set of a famous TV mini-series', and Hotel Room features Lee attempting to "take advantage of all the hotel's complimentary services". Lee is a familiar face as, besides creating Not Going Out, he is a presenter on ITV's 1% Club and a panellist on Would I Lie To You. Despite having one of the UK's top comic minds, Lee confessed to the Liverpool Echo in an exclusive chat that he has a unique approach to handling stage fright, reassuring himself that a less-than-perfect performance won't haunt him since he's unlikely to encounter the audience again. However, he confessed that this tactic has its downsides, especially since it prevents him from performing in his hometown of Southport. He said: "I've never done a gig in Southport and I never will. It just feels wrong for me to do that. It's just the nerves. It's too close to home. "I know those people. I always have a psychological trick when I go on stage, I'll never see these people again for as long as I live and then it gives you a bit of confidence. You can't say that if your Auntie Gladys is in." Not Going Out is available to watch on BBC iPlayer. Series 14 is set to premiere in June 2025.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
EXCLUSIVE: Dryer-safe Bra Brand Huug Raises $6 Million Series A
Washable and dryer-safe bra and intimate wear brand Huug has secured a $6 million series A led by Kaylim Capital to scale the business, which is on track to reach between $7 million and $8 million in revenues in the next 12 months. Huug launched in 2023 to address the demand for comfortable and washer- and dryer-safe bras. After cofounding functional menswear brand Twillory, Huug cofounder and chief executive officer Eli Blumstein found women were interested in similar products. When it came to entering the womenswear space, Blumstein was particularly inspired by Twillory's replacement for foam that was used as shoulder pads. More from WWD Everything to Know About the 2025 Met Gala: Guest List, Dress Code, Ticket Price and More Details Kate Spade's New Target Collection Proves the 'It' Bag for Spring 2025 Will Be an Under-$50 Designer Purse From the Archives: Punk Style and the DIY Movement That Rewrote Fashion Rules 'We started thinking about the different technologies that we have in menswear, and how we can apply that to women. We realized one of the most essential women's garments, the bra, uses foam,' he said. 'We saw a huge opportunity that we can make the world's first bra that is machine washable, dryable, [with] built in-bonded pads, no underwire but still serves as a full-day supportive bra that could be worn to the office and to the gym.' In order to develop the intimate wear line, Blumstein was eventually introduced to Huug's cofounder and designer Jennifer Doll, who has over 25 years of experience designing bras for major brands like Victoria's Secret, Target, Spanx and more. The duo agreed that women were dissatisfied with the offerings on the market and deserved more. That's where Huug comes in. The bras don't use any underwire and feature a patent-pending 3D mesh that is bonded into the bra for support that doesn't move around. 'They want the versatility,' said Doll of the on-the-go woman jumping from work to workouts to social obligations. After launching in 2023, the brand was an immediate hit. 'The average woman buys two to two-and-a-half bras a year,' Doll said. 'We're seeing women come back and buy four bras at a time every few months.' The brand's regular color drops have been a major incentive for customers to regularly shop, according to the team. Within six months of the brand's initial launch, it was completely sold out of nearly 40,000 units, according to Blumstein. Therefore, this latest funding round will first help the team meet the growing demand as well as expand its current offering, which includes four styles of bras, all $65, and two styles of underwear, both $21. 'The goal is to build the next Spanx. We're not necessarily looking to have tons of products,' said Blumstein. 'This product, the bra, women wear it every single day. It's like water. It's like disrupting water.' Kaylim Capital principal Eitan Katz added in a statement: 'Huug has redefined what consumers can and should expect from their intimate apparel. Their innovative approach to comfort and performance is exactly the kind of disruption we look for, and we're excited to support their next stage of growth as they expand into new categories and reach even more customers.' In terms of what's to come, Doll and Blumstein hinted at swimwear (though the bras are already swim-friendly thanks to the fast-drying mesh technology, which has even been touted by Shamu's trainer at SeaWorld); different styles of bras, including ones geared toward working out; additional color drops, and expansion of sizes, which currently range from 32A to 42DD. Additionally, while Huug is currently available at one boutique, Clementine NY in Long Island, Blumstein hinted at additional retail expansion both through partners and standalone stores within the next year. Best of WWD Victoria's Secret Plans to Repurchase $250M in Stock; Reaffirms Guidance As Fashion and TV Get Closer, Coco de Mer Partners With 'Killing Eve' Viral Lingerie Brand Parade Opens First Store
Toronto Star
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Toronto Star
How to insure yourself so it's cheaper, effective and tailored to your life phase
Most young people engage with insurance only when legally required — auto, tenant, or home insurance. Typical advice for saving on these types include shopping around, bundling with other kinds of insurance, and raising your deductible to lower premium payments. You can also ask for discounts, according to the Insurance Bureau of Canada: if you are mortgage-free, claims-free, or have upgraded your home against fire and flooding, you can likely get a better deal on your home insurance. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW For drivers, installing a theft deterrent or a usage-based insurance app which tracks your driving habits can reduce your auto premiums. Keeping a clean driving record is also key, the bureau advises. Your broker or insurer can help find savings within your policy. Non-mandatory insurance is a lesser-known game, however. In terms of other valuable items worth protecting, there's your health, your ability to work, and your life. And young people are vastly underinsured, said Kenneth Doll, a Calgary-based financial planner with Wealth Architects and a life insurance consultant who offers fee-based advice. 'It's like many things in life — there needs to be a trigger,' he said. 'There needs to be an event that takes place that leads them to purchase insurance. It could be buying a house, having children, getting married.' Or sometimes there will be a tragic event that spurs them, said Rob Tétrault, head of the Tetrault Wealth Advisory Group at CG Wealth Management, in Winnipeg. Perhaps a friend dies and their spouse is left without insurance, he pointed out, and a young family to support alone. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW 'Most people need a push in order to get insurance,' Tétrault said. 'And then they'll say, 'What happens to my kids if that happened to me?' 'Insurance doesn't feel urgent, right? It's just something that's on the back burner, kind of like making a will. Until it's too late, and then one day you're not insurable.' The unfortunate part of young people being underinsured, he added, is that's when insurance is the cheapest — premiums are based on age and health. For life insurance, there's term and permanent coverage, Doll said. Term life insurance expires after a set time, making premiums more affordable. A common term is 20 years, Doll explained, which is usually purchased once someone is responsible for someone else — a spouse, or children. If an income-earner dies, the mortgage still needs to be paid, the children still need to be raised. 'The thinking is: after 20 years, the children will be somewhere around 20, and their mortgage will be close to paid off,' Doll said. 'So at the end of the term, they may let [the policy] go. They may think, 'We made it through, nothing happened.'' Renewing for another term is possible but more expensive since you are older, he said. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Permanent insurance lasts the rest of your life and is more costly. You can also structure your coverage with a bit of both, Doll said — buying a small permanent policy for $100,000 when you're young and it's cheaper, and then a term policy for $900,000 when you have kids. Your coverage when you need it most — children are young, paying down the house — would total $1 million. 'As people go through the different stages of life, life insurance changes its purpose along with you,' Doll said. 'As people approach retirement, permanent insurance becomes an important conversation because people want to have some insurance for the rest of their life. 'It's also the most cost effective way to pay capital gains taxes upon death. So it becomes an estate planning tool after about age 55 or 60.' Disability insurance also replaces income if you are unable to work, while critical illness insurance provides a lump sum payment upfront if you become sick, Tétrault said. This lump sum can be used for flights, medical treatments, and breaks from work. 'Think of high-earning professionals — dentists, lawyers, doctors — they typically have [disability insurance] in place,' Tétrault said. 'If they fall ill, or their back goes, then they'll have income replacement.' ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW When a family member was diagnosed with cancer, Tétrault said critical illness insurance helped pay for flights to the Mayo Clinic for a second opinion, as well as treatments. Financial professionals can advise clients on insurance needs, Tétrault said, noting that insurance is often part of a broader financial plan: 'to mitigate risk, to protect capital, to reduce taxes, to ease an estate transfer.' It's worth talking to your partner about what life would look like if one person passed away or was unable to work. 'If it's a complete disaster, and there's no way you're paying the mortgage, and you'd have to sell, or maybe you can't even pay your rent — just have a conversation,' Tétrault said. 'Insurance is usually very affordable at a young age.' Although some jobs offer life or disability insurance as part of their benefits, they are often not enough to replace income for many years, Doll said. When asking people how big a lottery win would allow them to retire, Doll pointed out most people say $2 million or $3 million. But when talking about life insurance, they think $200,000 coverage or that workplace benefits is enough. 'The number should be the same as the lottery, because you're dying, you're not coming back,' Doll said. 'You're not earning another penny.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 13, 2025.
