The First Customer - Scaling Bucks County Startups and the Future of Venture Funding with Jon Mercer

A very special episode today with my pal, Jon Mercer, the president and co-founder of Startup Bucks. It's an organization that helps startups in and beyond Bucks County, Pennsylvania. <br/><br/>One of my favorite local folks with a smile that lights up any room -- Jon has a background in IT informatics which landed him a job at Johnson & Johnson, and from there, ignited his passion for supporting and connecting the startup ecosystem. Jon turned his focus toward venture funding and economic development, and the impact of Startup Bucks on the local community. Learn more about Startup Bucks, an organization that pairs venture funding and economic development to support and grow innovative, scalable startup businesses in and beyond Bucks County. You get to hear from Jon Mercer his insights and expertise on the startup scene in Bucks County.  Whether you are a founder, an investor, a partner, or a supporter of startups, this podcast will inspire you and inform you about the exciting opportunities that Startup Bucks offers. <br/><br/>Inviting you all to check out this informative yet fun episode of The First Customer!<br/><br/>Guest Info:<br/>Startup Bucks<br/>https://startupbucks.org/<br/><br/>Jon Mercer's LinkedIn<br/>https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanmercer/<br/><br/><br/>Connect with Jay on LinkedIn<br/>https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayaigner/<br/>The First Customer Youtube Channel<br/>https://www.youtube.com/@thefirstcustomerpodcast<br/>The First Customer podcast website<br/>https://www.firstcustomerpodcast.com<br/>Follow The First Customer on LinkedIn<br/>http://www.linkedin.com/compan....y/the-first-customer