socalTECH
JANUARY 2, 2019
As we close out our contributions for the end of 2018, we have a contribution from investor and investment banker Peter Cowen of Sutton Capital Partners. More in-person contact is one of my 2019 goals. One company that we have mentored, invested in and serve on the board of, is in lending and has hit a very exciting tipping point.
Both Sides of the Table
DECEMBER 11, 2022
Something happened in the past 7 years in the startup and venture capital world that I hadn’t experienced since the late 90’s — we all began praying to the God of Valuation. How might our next phase of the journey seem brighter, even with more uncertain days for startups and capital markets? They were a way to gather cheap capital.
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socalTECH
JANUARY 7, 2019
During the holiday season, our tradition over the last few years has been to post reflections on the past year and some predictions for 2019 from Southern California's technology industry. We continue to have a steady stream of industry and thought leaders raising their hands to be mentors for our upcoming cohorts.
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 19, 2022
According to a classic article on Thrinacia , there were over 600 crowdfunding platforms in existence then, estimated to add more than $89 billion to the economy at a compound growth rate of 17% from 2019 to today.
Startup Professionals Musings
SEPTEMBER 4, 2019
Based on my recent experience as an angel investor, and advisor to new business owners, I now recommend that all entrepreneurs, especially introverts, learn and practice the discipline they need to build and nurture relationships with key constituents through the following activities: Formalize a mentoring relationship with someone you trust.
Startup Professionals Musings
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Mentoring and technical assistance from volunteer or paid experts. If you don’t need these common resources, but need specialized technology services, you should look for technology parks and research facilities, often sponsored by leading companies in specific technologies, like Intel Capital and Google Ventures (GV).
Startup Professionals Musings
JANUARY 25, 2019
Hone in and capitalize on your best assets. These may be partners who can complement your skills, mentors who can show you what you need, or customers who can be your best sales people. Even the most successful business executives have mentoring relationships with helpful peers. Eliminate the fuzzy hype words from your message.
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