Mark Flickinger on the State of Startups in the Southeast 2025 Report

The Southeastern venture ecosystem has reached a new stage – and it is more selective, meticulous, and opportunity-rich than ever. In this mini-episode with BIP Capital GP & COO, Mark Flickinger, you'll hear highlights from the 2025 BIP Ventures State of StartupsSM in the Southeast report. The region’s focus on business fundamentals, operational efficiencies, and sustainable growth is setting a national example.

• Capital is flowing, but the bar to capture it is higher.
• AI is not a differentiator, but it is an expectation.
• Growth requires a scalable model, efficient capital use, and a path to profitability.
• Larger checks over fewer deals signals a preference for mature businesses.

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