Berkonomics

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Venture capitalists sometimes make an error in directing their portfolio company CEOs to push resources to the limit and scale the business to immense size quickly, all to seize market share. It was true for Amazon and other visionary companies that grabbed market share during the early Internet era. But beware.

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Xconomy

AUGUST 31, 2020

Akcea Therapeutics is returning to its parent company, Ionis Pharmaceuticals, in a $500 million deal that brings an end to a tumultuous three years as a standalone company. The definitive agreement announced Monday calls for Carlsbad, CA-based Ionis (NASDAQ: IONS ) to pay $18.15 Read more » Reprints | Share:

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socalTECH

JULY 14, 2016

What we did not see, when we surveyed the landscape, was a platform which enabled the process of sharing listings, having a conversation about those listings with family members, roommates, friends, or your real estate agent. What did you learn from your last company, Campus Explorer, and how are you applying it here? It did not exist.

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socalTECH

JULY 14, 2016

What we did not see, when we surveyed the landscape, was a platform which enabled the process of sharing listings, having a conversation about those listings with family members, room-mates, friends, or your real estate agent. What did you learn from your last company, Campus Explorer, and how are you applying it here?

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Xconomy

JANUARY 17, 2018

The retailers best positioned in the future will be those who adopt a more expansive definition of retail itself,” she said, according to a blog post about the conference on the NRF website. Read more » Reprints | Share: UNDERWRITERS AND PARTNERS. How that identity expands will.

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socalTECH

DECEMBER 22, 2017

According to the two, they are in a definitive merger agreement, where Roche will acquire Ignyta for $27.00 per share in cash, or $1.7 The companies said the price is a premium of 74% on Ignyta's closing price on Thursday. billion deal, the two said late Thursday evening. READ MORE>>.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 18, 2023

With the advent of social media, and instant communication via the Internet, that definition has been expanded to include all aspects of the customer experience , from finding you and what they need, to the ease of completing the transaction, as well as all follow-on support. This results in more profits and growth for you.

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socalTECH

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Aliso Viejo-based Avanir Pharmaceuticals said today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Japanese company Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., per share in cash for the company. in a deal worth approximately $3.5 Avanir--which is publicly held--said that Otsuka has agreed to pay $17.00

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Tech.Co

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

And while independent freelancers offer alternatives, it’s still a bit too expensive and time consuming for startup companies. Tech-based companies immediately understand the need for an explainer video to showcase the rich features of their app or web platform.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 2, 2021

The best entrepreneurs relish this role, while others struggle mightily and ultimately lose their health and their company. Expand your definition of the problem. The more you understand the scope of a problem, the more likely you are to arrive at the right definition, which will lead to the correct solution.

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SoCal Tech Calendar

MAY 31, 2016

Beverlly Hills-based private equity investor Platinum Equity , and Van Nuys-based Electro Rent said Tuesday that the two are in a definitive agreement, where Platinum Equity will pay approximately $323.4M per share in cash for Electro Rent, which it says is a premium of 24.4 percent over the company's closing price on May 27th.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 3, 2023

Common resources provided by most of the incubators and accelerators today include the following: Access to shared office facilities for multiple startup teams at a very low cost. Shared business support services, including telephone answering, conference rooms, teleconferencing, administrative support, and a business mailing address.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 2, 2022

By definition, an angel investor is not an “institutional investor.” Asking an angel to work with your company in an advisory role is a great way to establish a relationship that may lead to a cash investment. Investment angels don’t like to travel alone, so they will bring in others if they can (it’s called share the risk).

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Berkonomics

MAY 15, 2014

To finalize a term sheet, everyone involved must come to an agreement on some fundamental principles which will have a profound effect on the future of the company. As an example, twenty five years ago, most VCs used common share deal structures. It was not until the later 1980s that the preferred share structure became popular.

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socalTECH

MAY 20, 2013

San Diego-based security software developer Websense announced this morning that it has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by private equity firm Vista Equity Partners. per share in cash for the company. The deal is worth approximately $1 billion. Websense said Vista Equity Partners will pay $24.75

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Berkonomics

MAY 21, 2015

Venture capitalists sometimes make an error in directing their portfolio company CEOs to push resources to the limit and scale the business to immense size quickly, all to seize market share. It was true for Amazon and other visionary companies that grabbed market share during the early Internet era. But beware.

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TechCrunch LA

MARCH 3, 2020

It turns out the virtual and augmented reality companies aren’t dead — as long as they focus on the enterprise. Cornerstone, which led the Talespin Series B round, will also be partnering with the company to develop human resources training tools in virtual reality. “We Talespin previously raised $5 million in financing.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Common resources provided by most of the incubators and accelerators today include the following: Access to shared office facilities for multiple startup teams at a very low cost. Shared business support services, including telephone answering, conference rooms, teleconferencing, administrative support, and a business mailing address.

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Tech Zulu Event

JULY 19, 2015

Almost the instant the concept of the sharing economy was introduced, it has skyrocketed into hundreds of successful and established brands by offering everyone a chance to be their own boss, and others the ability to outsource needs saving time by providing convenience. It gives them a renewed sense of belonging,” says Rustrum.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

In this context, I’m broadening the definition of partner from co-founder to “business partner.” How the leaders of your company handle adherence to the spirit as well as the letter of the law will be seen by all employees, customers, and investors. Ethical and diversity boundaries.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 2, 2021

As I work with aspiring you new venture leaders, I always wish I had a definitive checklist of all the right attributes that I could share with you, encourage you to develop and highlight in your efforts with potential investors, and guide your own actions in starting the next billion dollar company.

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socalTECH

APRIL 12, 2011

Camarillo-based AML Communications , the manufacturer of microelectronic and microwave assemblies, said this morning that it has signed a definitive agreement and plan of merger with Microsemi Corporation. per share in cash for the company. per share in cash to acquire AML. AML said Microsemi has agreed to pay $2.50

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 11, 2022

The simple reason is that it’s impossible to make money for investors when the goal of the company is to not make money. In the US, a nonprofit is technically any company who qualifies as tax exempt through IRS Section 501(c). Obviously, these companies still need money to get started, or finance growth, just like a for-profit company.

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Tech.Co

MARCH 25, 2022

By ensuring their value isn't bloated, the company will net its employees better equity over time. “We are confident in the strength of our business, but we are not immune to the market turbulence that has impacted leading technology companies both public and private,” Instacart said in a statement. .

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Eric Greenspan

APRIL 25, 2015

In 1995 I started my first company and bought a fleet of 3 Volkswagen Beetles. In 2000 I sold company 1, including the 3 VWs. The buyer hired me to run company 2. In 2001 I sold my interest in company 2 and started company 3. The relationship and company grew and became something I was truly proud of.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 17, 2022

The real challenge is to recognize when and why a new strategy is needed, and optimize the process against three critical success factors: A good understanding of the context of strategy definition. Without shared understanding of cause, necessity and ambition, a business trying to formulate its strategy will drift. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 27, 2022

In the interest of helping first-time entrepreneurs, as well as existing business executives, keep their sanity as well as their focus, I offer the following pragmatic suggestions for dealing with the triple bottom line requirements: Sort out your personal definition of success first. Explore new forms of company ownership and profit sharing.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

I definitely learned a few things about how to improvise effectively in business from the classic book, “ Getting to ‘Yes And’: The Art of Business Improv ,” by Bob Kulhan, who is a master of the art in both comedy and business. Build team trust through shared experiences. Always acknowledge ideas and add to them.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 20, 2022

By definition, new startups have to do this to even have a shot at funding from venture capitalists and survival, but I find that existing companies often rest on their laurels far too long. Even if your business is local, like ride sharing, think about the potential for emerging markets in new countries.

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InfoChachkie

AUGUST 11, 2014

Just like starting a company as a sole founder, it is possible to excel without a partner, it''s just a lot harder. A problem shared is a problem halved.". talking with a colleague who shares your emotional state can help decrease this stress." Mutual Respect - Encourage mutual admiration among your founding team.

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Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

Moreover they add that road transport can still be cheap, green and fun as people share a ride, meet friends, save gas and money and reduce auto emissions! Carpooling.com connects people so they can share their rides. Daimler AG and European VC firm Earlybird are strategic investors in our company. What is Carpooling.com?

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socalTECH

DECEMBER 26, 2016

This holiday season, we are again sharing the reflections on 2016 from Southern California's technology ecosystem. Today's contribution is from Greg Cohn of Burner (www.burnerapp.com), which develops both a software app to allow you to create temporary "burner" phone numbers, and a new app to auto-respond to aggressive or annoying texters.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

I’ve spent a lot of my career thinking about digital and online video (with investments in companies like Maker Studios) so for that reason amongst many, I was excited to open the Upfront Summit a few weeks ago by interviewing Meg Whitman about Quibi and the digital media space. monthly subscription (or $8 ad free) for Quibi?

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Based on my own experience in large companies, as well as small ones, here are seven key strategies I recommend for building the teams and culture that will drive business success: Admit to yourself and others that you need help. Promote the sharing of ideas and feedback. Keep teams small, diverse, and collaborative.

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socalTECH

JANUARY 5, 2021

What was the biggest news for you/your company this year? It's been a tough year for many due to the pandemic; how have you or your company adapted to the business environment? Today, we have Andy Wilson, Executive Director of the Alliance for SoCal Innovation (www.alliancesocal.org). What was the biggest lesson you learned this year?

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Dress to fit into the company culture, no more, no less. Share the everyday life of the startup team you are working with. Scheduling of a meeting at the end of the next week definitely tags you as a consultant whose focus is elsewhere. Dress to fit in. Gone are the days when you can make a great impression by over-dressing.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 22, 2020

As a long-time advisor to entrepreneurs, and a former angel myself, I still find startups confused about the definition of an angel investor, and how and when to attract one. That means they are looking to buy a share of a company that can generate real profits over time – not a charity, social cause, or a get-rich-quick scheme.

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