Louise-Esperance Honore
@louiseesperance.bsky.social
Entrepreneur & Startup Advisor | Passionate about making VC investments & entrepreneurship more inclusive and mission driven (Read about it on Startup Spectrum) https://linktr.ee/louiseesperance
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80% of 18- to 24-year-olds use subtitles.
But keep saying how accessibility is only for a small group of people. 😬
www.stagetext.org/news/yougov-...
But keep saying how accessibility is only for a small group of people. 😬
www.stagetext.org/news/yougov-...
YouGov survey supports Stagetext's findings - Stagetext
YouGov reinforces Stagetext survey that found 80% of 18- to 24-year-olds ‘use subtitles some or all of the time watching TV on any device’.
www.stagetext.org
July 14, 2025 at 9:42 AM
80% of 18- to 24-year-olds use subtitles.
But keep saying how accessibility is only for a small group of people. 😬
www.stagetext.org/news/yougov-...
But keep saying how accessibility is only for a small group of people. 😬
www.stagetext.org/news/yougov-...
First newsletter of July drops this Wednesday! We'll be diving into prepaid annual subscriptions and financial modeling for cash flow enhancement. What questions do you have about optimizing subscription revenue? #SubscriptionBusiness #CashFlowStrategy #SaaSFinance
June 30, 2025 at 9:01 PM
First newsletter of July drops this Wednesday! We'll be diving into prepaid annual subscriptions and financial modeling for cash flow enhancement. What questions do you have about optimizing subscription revenue? #SubscriptionBusiness #CashFlowStrategy #SaaSFinance
July preview: Next month's Startup Spectrum newsletters will explore subscription revenue optimization, international market entry strategies, B Corp conversion timelines, and founder mental health protocols. #JulyPreview #StartupSpectrum #FounderResources
June 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
July preview: Next month's Startup Spectrum newsletters will explore subscription revenue optimization, international market entry strategies, B Corp conversion timelines, and founder mental health protocols. #JulyPreview #StartupSpectrum #FounderResources
As June comes to a close, we've covered everything from alternative funding sources to digital accessibility. Which Startup Spectrum topic resonated most with you this month? #StartupSpectrum #FounderEducation #MonthlyReflection
June 29, 2025 at 10:30 PM
As June comes to a close, we've covered everything from alternative funding sources to digital accessibility. Which Startup Spectrum topic resonated most with you this month? #StartupSpectrum #FounderEducation #MonthlyReflection
Design principle: When information is conveyed visually in dashboards, always provide alternative text descriptions of the insights, not just descriptions of the chart elements. Focus on making the meaning accessible, not just the components. #DataAccessibility #ChartAlternatives #a11y
June 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Design principle: When information is conveyed visually in dashboards, always provide alternative text descriptions of the insights, not just descriptions of the chart elements. Focus on making the meaning accessible, not just the components. #DataAccessibility #ChartAlternatives #a11y
Business case: Accessible products reach larger markets, face fewer legal risks, and often provide better experiences for all users. The ROI extends far beyond compliance to genuine competitive advantage. #AccessibilityROI #MarketExpansion #InclusiveDesign
June 28, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Business case: Accessible products reach larger markets, face fewer legal risks, and often provide better experiences for all users. The ROI extends far beyond compliance to genuine competitive advantage. #AccessibilityROI #MarketExpansion #InclusiveDesign
Weekend reflection: Progressive enhancement should be the foundation of accessible design. Build core functionality that works with keyboards and screen readers first, then layer visual enhancements on top. #ProgressiveEnhancement #AccessibleDevelopment #WebDesign
June 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Weekend reflection: Progressive enhancement should be the foundation of accessible design. Build core functionality that works with keyboards and screen readers first, then layer visual enhancements on top. #ProgressiveEnhancement #AccessibleDevelopment #WebDesign
User testing truth: Automated accessibility tools catch only about 30% of screen reader issues. There is no substitute for testing with actual assistive technology users for truly accessible experiences. #AccessibilityTesting #UserResearch #InclusiveDesign
June 27, 2025 at 11:01 PM
User testing truth: Automated accessibility tools catch only about 30% of screen reader issues. There is no substitute for testing with actual assistive technology users for truly accessible experiences. #AccessibilityTesting #UserResearch #InclusiveDesign
Accessibility insight: Screen reader users navigate primarily via headings and landmarks. Structuring your content with proper semantic HTML creates a better experience than visual design alone. #a11y #SemanticHTML #DigitalAccessibility
June 27, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Accessibility insight: Screen reader users navigate primarily via headings and landmarks. Structuring your content with proper semantic HTML creates a better experience than visual design alone. #a11y #SemanticHTML #DigitalAccessibility
Just published for Advocacy Friday! Today's newsletter tackles Screen Reader Optimization - making your SaaS dashboard truly accessible to all users. Digital accessibility is both ethical practice and smart business. 🧵👇 #StartupSpectrum #AccessibleTech #ScreenReaders
June 27, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Just published for Advocacy Friday! Today's newsletter tackles Screen Reader Optimization - making your SaaS dashboard truly accessible to all users. Digital accessibility is both ethical practice and smart business. 🧵👇 #StartupSpectrum #AccessibleTech #ScreenReaders
Tomorrow's advocacy newsletter tackles screen reader optimization for SaaS dashboards. Digital accessibility is both ethical practice and smart business, ensuring all users can effectively navigate your product. #DigitalAccessibility #ScreenReaders #InclusiveDesign
June 26, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Tomorrow's advocacy newsletter tackles screen reader optimization for SaaS dashboards. Digital accessibility is both ethical practice and smart business, ensuring all users can effectively navigate your product. #DigitalAccessibility #ScreenReaders #InclusiveDesign
IP strategy is critical for SBIR/STTR applicants. Government funding comes with specific intellectual property considerations that differ from private investment. Understanding these nuances protects your innovation's long-term value. #IntellectualProperty #GrantFunding #DeepTechIP
June 26, 2025 at 9:01 PM
IP strategy is critical for SBIR/STTR applicants. Government funding comes with specific intellectual property considerations that differ from private investment. Understanding these nuances protects your innovation's long-term value. #IntellectualProperty #GrantFunding #DeepTechIP
Strategic grant planning: Phase I SBIR establishes feasibility, while Phase II funds prototype development. Structure your research plan to deliver compelling Phase I results that position you strongly for the larger Phase II funding. #SBIRPhases #FundingStrategy #RDPlanning
June 26, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Strategic grant planning: Phase I SBIR establishes feasibility, while Phase II funds prototype development. Structure your research plan to deliver compelling Phase I results that position you strongly for the larger Phase II funding. #SBIRPhases #FundingStrategy #RDPlanning
Beyond the funding: SBIR/STTR grants provide validation and credibility that can be leveraged for future fundraising. The government's rigorous review process serves as powerful technical due diligence for later investors. #NonDilutiveFunding #InvestorRelations #StartupCredibility
June 25, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Beyond the funding: SBIR/STTR grants provide validation and credibility that can be leveraged for future fundraising. The government's rigorous review process serves as powerful technical due diligence for later investors. #NonDilutiveFunding #InvestorRelations #StartupCredibility
SBIR tip: Before submitting your first application, request sample funded proposals through a Freedom of Information Act request. This reveals exactly what successful applications look like for your target agency. #SBIR #GrantWriting #FundingStrategy
June 25, 2025 at 8:30 PM
SBIR tip: Before submitting your first application, request sample funded proposals through a Freedom of Information Act request. This reveals exactly what successful applications look like for your target agency. #SBIR #GrantWriting #FundingStrategy
Just published! Today's Startup Spectrum newsletter provides SBIR/STTR Grant application strategies for first-time scientific founders. These programs offer crucial non-dilutive funding for early R&D. 🧵👇 #StartupSpectrum #SBIR #NonDilutiveFunding
June 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Just published! Today's Startup Spectrum newsletter provides SBIR/STTR Grant application strategies for first-time scientific founders. These programs offer crucial non-dilutive funding for early R&D. 🧵👇 #StartupSpectrum #SBIR #NonDilutiveFunding
Question for scientific founders: If you've applied for SBIR/STTR funding, what was your biggest challenge in the process? What would you do differently next time? Gathering insights for tomorrow's newsletter. #SBIR #DeepTech #FounderExperiences
June 24, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Question for scientific founders: If you've applied for SBIR/STTR funding, what was your biggest challenge in the process? What would you do differently next time? Gathering insights for tomorrow's newsletter. #SBIR #DeepTech #FounderExperiences
Grant funding truth: SBIR/STTR success rates vary dramatically between agencies (NIH, NSF, DOD, etc.). Targeting the right agency and program for your specific innovation dramatically improves your odds of funding. #SBIR #GrantStrategy #FundingSuccess
June 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Grant funding truth: SBIR/STTR success rates vary dramatically between agencies (NIH, NSF, DOD, etc.). Targeting the right agency and program for your specific innovation dramatically improves your odds of funding. #SBIR #GrantStrategy #FundingSuccess
Did you know SBIR/STTR programs award over $3.5 billion annually to innovative small businesses? Yet many qualified founders never apply due to perceived complexity of the process. #SBIR #ResearchFunding #DeepTechStartups
June 23, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Did you know SBIR/STTR programs award over $3.5 billion annually to innovative small businesses? Yet many qualified founders never apply due to perceived complexity of the process. #SBIR #ResearchFunding #DeepTechStartups
Monday motivation: "The funding mechanism should match your innovation timeline." For deep tech and scientific startups, non-dilutive grant funding aligns perfectly with early R&D phases before private capital makes sense. #MondayMotivation #GrantFunding #DeepTech
June 23, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Monday motivation: "The funding mechanism should match your innovation timeline." For deep tech and scientific startups, non-dilutive grant funding aligns perfectly with early R&D phases before private capital makes sense. #MondayMotivation #GrantFunding #DeepTech
Looking ahead to next week's newsletter on SBIR/STTR grants. These non-dilutive funding sources can be game-changers for science and technology startups, providing early R&D capital without equity dilution. #NonDilutiveFunding #SBIR #DeepTechStartups
June 22, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Looking ahead to next week's newsletter on SBIR/STTR grants. These non-dilutive funding sources can be game-changers for science and technology startups, providing early R&D capital without equity dilution. #NonDilutiveFunding #SBIR #DeepTechStartups
Sunday perspective: Sustainability isn't just an environmental imperative—it's becoming a business requirement as more procurement processes include ESG criteria. Companies that move proactively gain competitive advantage. #SustainableBusiness #ESGStrategy #CompetitiveAdvantage
June 22, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Sunday perspective: Sustainability isn't just an environmental imperative—it's becoming a business requirement as more procurement processes include ESG criteria. Companies that move proactively gain competitive advantage. #SustainableBusiness #ESGStrategy #CompetitiveAdvantage
Weekend dive: B Corp certification evaluates your entire business across governance, workers, community, environment, and customers. Even if you don't pursue certification, their assessment tool provides valuable guidance for responsible business practices. #BCorp #SustainableStrategy
June 21, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Weekend dive: B Corp certification evaluates your entire business across governance, workers, community, environment, and customers. Even if you don't pursue certification, their assessment tool provides valuable guidance for responsible business practices. #BCorp #SustainableStrategy
Beyond marketing: The process of pursuing sustainability certification often reveals operational inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities. The ROI extends beyond brand benefits to actual business optimization. #SustainableOperations #CostReduction #BusinessEfficiency
June 20, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Beyond marketing: The process of pursuing sustainability certification often reveals operational inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities. The ROI extends beyond brand benefits to actual business optimization. #SustainableOperations #CostReduction #BusinessEfficiency
Sustainability insight: Start your certification journey with a materiality assessment to identify which environmental factors are most relevant to your business model and stakeholders. This focuses your efforts on high-impact areas first. #SustainabilityStrategy #MaterialityAssessment #ESGMetrics
June 20, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Sustainability insight: Start your certification journey with a materiality assessment to identify which environmental factors are most relevant to your business model and stakeholders. This focuses your efforts on high-impact areas first. #SustainabilityStrategy #MaterialityAssessment #ESGMetrics