socalTECH
DECEMBER 26, 2018
Editor's note: All this week, and into the start of next year, we'll be featuring reflections on 2018 from notable investors, entrepreneurs, and others from Southern California's technology community. What was the biggest news for your organization in 2018? You'll be able to browse all of those contributions here. Happy Holidays!
Both Sides of the Table
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
We have global opportunities from these trends but of course also big challenges. Of course we can’t. There are of course many Seed VCs who take board seats, don’t over-commit to too many deals and try to help with “company building” activities to help at a company’s vulnerable foundations. Hot, Flat & Crowded.”
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Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Of course, the average beginning amount per startup is low, and usually in the form of a convertible loan, rather than an equity investment. Rather than set a date-driven repayment schedule, tie investment returns to a percentage of new product revenue, or a plan to convert the debt to equity.
Startup Professionals Musings
JULY 27, 2018
Of course, you wouldn’t include this data in your customer product pitch. Of course, investors want to see a positive return on their investment, with timeframes and growth expectations. Specific investment size request, and equity offered. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 07/11/2018.
Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 9, 2018
Bootstrapping allows you to maintain full control of your startup strategy, retain maximum equity, and avoid the time delay and energy spent to attract outside investors. I find that most good founders proceed faster on their own, with less drain on their time from peers and programs, and no equity dilution.
Startup Professionals Musings
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
through Grants.gov , an online directory of more than 1,000 federal grant programs that don’t look for equity or payback. Of course, for speed to market, and to retain maximum control of your innovation, it’s always better to fund the R&D stage of your business yourself. It’s time to get started today.
Startup Professionals Musings
JANUARY 29, 2018
Of course, initially these founder’s shares were worth essentially nothing, but it doesn’t take much of an imagination to grasp the possibilities. Even though initial stock has no market value today, it is extremely valuable in dividing equity ownership between co-founders, investors, and early partners.
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