Empowering authors everywhere to self-publish visual books
Made Live is an industry-leading self-publishing platform specialized in visual books, empowering authors to focus on their artistic vision while we streamline the technical complexities of writing, design, and publishing.
Made Live empowers non-technical aspiring authors to realize their publishing dreams by providing expert tools and guidance tailored for visual storytelling. Create beautiful, professional-looking visual books in as little as 90 days with Made Live’s intuitive end-to-end self-publishing platform that transforms your creative vision into reality.
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Made Live 2024 Okanagan Angel Summit Semi-Finalist
April 29, 2024
Made Live is thrilled to announce our CEO and Co-Founder, Karen Richard, has progressed and is among the Top 12 semi-finalists for the 2024 Okanagan Angel Summit.
The 6th annual Okanagan Angel Summit is underway. The investor group has selected the Top 12 companies that will pitch at the Semi-Finals.
The companies participating in this Okanagan Angel Summit have been narrowed down by the angel investors. 12 companies will be pitch the Semi Finals this week, delivering a 10 minute pitch, followed by Q&A. This time allows for the investors to get a more in depth look at the business before they will have to select the Top 6 who will pitch live at the Public Finale on May 23 for an investment of $195,000.
Click here to read more about this year’s semi-finalists.
Made Live 2024 Okanagan Angel Summit Quarter Finalist
April 16, 2024
The Top 24 have been selected. The journey to the Summit has begun!
We’re proud to announce that Made Live’s CEO and co-founder, Karen Richard, has been selected among the 2024 Okanagan Angel Summit Quarter Finalists.
The Okanagan Angel Summit angel investor group has selected this year’s Top 24. The companies selected will participate in the Quarter Finals where they deliver a 3-minute pitch followed by a 3-minutes of Q&A with the investor group. The 31 participating investors have already evaluated and refined the list from over 40 participating companies to the Top 24. They will continue to meet week over week as they narrow down to the top startups that will pitch at the finale on May 23 for an investment of up to $200,000.
This is the 6th annual Summit, and the caliber of companies increases each year. This year’s top 24 is a dynamic set of companies working to solve unique challenges in a variety of sectors including; wildfire prevention, mental health, data analytics, and content creation.
The Top 12 Semi-Finalists will be selected announced soon, with the Top 6 later selected to pitch at the finale on May 23, 2024.
You can read more about the Angel Summit and the full list of Quarter Finalists here.
Medium – Authority Magazine Article
March 14, 2024
Karen Richard of Made Live On How to Recover From Being a People Pleaser
In an enlightening interview with Authority Magazine, Karen Richard, CEO and co-founder of the revolutionary self-publishing platform Made Live, opens up about her personal journey from a people pleaser to a pioneering entrepreneur in the publishing industry. Richard’s story is not just about the challenges and triumphs of launching a startup; it’s a profound exploration of self-awareness, growth, and the power of setting boundaries.
Through her candid reflection, Karen discusses the deep-rooted tendencies that led her to prioritize others’ needs above her own and the pivotal moments that prompted her to reclaim her sense of self. Her insights into the complexities of people-pleasing behavior, coupled with practical advice for those struggling to break free from its grasp, offer a roadmap to personal and professional empowerment.
But Karen’s narrative does more than just highlight the obstacles; it illuminates the path to overcoming them. From leveraging her experiences as a speech-language pathologist to co-founding Made Live, her journey underscores the importance of self-compassion and the courage to embrace one’s true aspirations.
This feature is a must-read for anyone grappling with the challenges of people-pleasing or looking to make a meaningful change in their lives. Join us in discovering how Karen Richard transformed her people-pleasing tendencies into a force for innovation, leadership, and positive change in the world of publishing.
Dive into the full article to uncover the strategies, reflections, and breakthroughs that shaped her journey to success and how they can inspire your own path to fulfillment.
