SoCal CTO

MAY 10, 2011

A long-time friend and colleague, Steve Wexler, who is great at visualization took my Startup CTO Salary and Equity Data and produced a really need interactive visualization via Tableau. You will definitely want to choose some of the other tabs to visualize the data in different ways. Most non-founders have less than 2%.

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SoCal CTO

MAY 10, 2011

A long-time friend and colleague, Steve Wexler, who is great at visualization took my Startup CTO Salary and Equity Data and produced a really need interactive visualization via Tableau. You will definitely want to choose some of the other tabs to visualize the data in different ways. Most non-founders have less than 2%.

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Equity Startup Examples Course 175

SoCal CTO

JANUARY 18, 2011

I received an inquiry from a reader of my blog and thought I would provide some thoughts, but would definitely welcome input: I am an unpaid CTO of a small startup. I tried to argue that the equity should be what it was at the time I joined and discussed but there was no formal agreement at that time. Of course, that doesn’t help here.

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CTO CTO Hire CTO Coach Equity 167

SoCal CTO

JANUARY 18, 2011

I received an inquiry from a reader of my blog and thought I would provide some thoughts, but would definitely welcome input: I am an unpaid CTO of a small startup. I tried to argue that the equity should be what it was at the time I joined and discussed but there was no formal agreement at that time. Of course, that doesn’t help here.

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CTO CTO Hire CTO Coach Equity 150

socalTECH

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Santa Monica-based private equity investor Clearlake Capital says that one if its portfolio companies, healthcare software developer nThrive, is acquiring TransUnion Healthcare. According to ClearLake, nThrive has signed a definitive acquire TransUnion Healthcare, Inc., Financial details of the deal were not announced.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 6, 2023

Most of the experience so far has been cash versus the equity feature defined by the JOBS Act – Equity Crowdfunding (Title III) , introduced back in 2016 with 685 pages of rules. In equity crowdfunding, no investor is representing their own interest. These groups are now largely run by volunteers at no cost to entrepreneurs.

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Equity Platform Statistics Entrepreneur 80

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 11, 2022

Angel investors and venture capitalists don’t make equity investments in nonprofit good causes. What options do they have available to them, since they can’t sell a share of the company (no equity investment)? There is no discussion of equity, or return on investment. Individual and institutional philanthropy.

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Funding Equity Technical Review Organization 130

TechCrunch LA

JULY 19, 2022

Ghost itself closed on a Series A equity round of $13 million, along with $7 million in debt, in June. The company raised $5 million in equity last November from Equal Ventures and Eniac to give it $28 million in total equity and debt funding. The equity will go toward hiring more talent to join Ghost’s 25-person team.

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Product Funding Technical Review Equity 191

socalTECH

APRIL 21, 2017

Los Angeles-based private equity investor The Gores Group announced very late Thursday evening that it has reached a definitive agreement to sell Fotona Holdings , a manufacturer of high performance lasers for the medical, dental, and aesthetic market, to AGIC Capital. Financial details of the sale were not announced.

Equity 113

Equity Los Angeles Capital Sales 113

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

San Diego-based Qualcomm said late Monday that it has completed its sale of OMnitracs , the company''s GPS fleet management software and products division, to private equity firm Vista Equity Partners. transportation management fleet roadnet spinout equity private partners vista acquisition merger omnitracs qualcomm'

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Sales Equity San Diego Acquisition 138

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

It seems that most of you entrepreneurs I meet in my role as business advisor are convinced that starting a new business requires equity investors, exponential growth, and a plan to go public via IPO. If your passion is customers, you definitely will be happier as a lifestyle entrepreneur. Use flexibility to match your lifestyle.

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Statistics Equity Satisfaction Entrepreneur 124

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 13, 2013

What options do they have available to them, since they can’t sell a share of the company (no equity investment)? There is no discussion of equity, or return on investment. Some non-profit entrepreneurs think they can skip the whole plan, rather than just the sections on valuation, equity offered, and exit strategy.

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Equity Technical Review Organization Funding 83

TechCrunch LA

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

According to data provided by the company, Boulevard is definitely giving businesses a boost. billion transaction by Vista Equity Partners. This new capital will help accelerate our mission and deliver value to salons and spas that they never imagined was possible from technology.”.

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socalTECH

AUGUST 4, 2017

San Diego-based Plex Pharmaceuticals (previously known as CalAsia Pharmaceuticals), a developer of treatments for Parkinson's disease, glioblastoma, and cataracts, announced this week that it is in a definitive agreement where Collidion has acquired 80 percent of the company's equity.

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San Diego Equity Develop Development 113

socalTECH

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

It looks things are definitely growing at financial software firm Blackline Systems , as the firm clarified that it actually did just over $25M in revenues in 2012, and is on track to have $40M plus in revenues for 2013.

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Silver Lake Equity Acquisition Software 164

socalTECH

AUGUST 6, 2019

Ian Chen: In my previous life, I was working in private equity in LA. It's quite a difference between running a startup and private equity, we imagine? I'm definitely happier as an entrepreneur, which is why I made the leap. Certainly, you can get paid a lot more in private equity than as an entrepreneur by many factors.

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Startup Equity Customer Custom 113

socalTECH

APRIL 15, 2013

Carlsbad-based life science equipment maker Life Technologies and Thermo Fisher Scientific said this morning that the two are in a definitive agreement, where Thermo Fisher will buy Life Technologies for $76.00 The deal comes after weeks of rumors of a buyout effort from multiple private equity firms. READ MORE>>.

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Acquisition Technology .Net Equity 138

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Here are eight key insights that will help you find a productive match: Angels want equity ownership, not causes. By definition, angels are accredited investors, who invest their own money for a percentage of the business. Each has met legal securities minimums for net worth and professionalism, to reduce the risk to entrepreneurs.

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Venture Capital Angel Seed Funding Invest 106

socalTECH

MAY 10, 2011

Carlsbad-based Scentsa , a developer of an out-of-home advertising network, has scored a Series A funding from San Diego private equity fund Huntington Capital , Huntington said Tuesday. Size of the equity funding deal was not disclosed.

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Funding San Diego Screening Advertising 145

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

In this context, I’m broadening the definition of partner from co-founder to “business partner.” The feedback was good, but some readers asked me to be a bit more specific on attributes that might indicate an ideal startup partner. Even if you are looking in all the right places, it helps to know what you are looking for.

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Software Review Equity CTO Hire Outsource Development 103

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Many entrepreneurs I know are confused by the definition and need for an Advisory Board versus a Board of Directors. By definition, Advisory Boards are voluntary and have no fiduciary responsibility. I suggest a few simple considerations will clarify the alternatives. How much are you willing to spend on your board?

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Allegis Startup Acquisition Entrepreneur 139

socalTECH

APRIL 14, 2011

Altasens makes high definition image sensors used for HDTV, and is a spinout of the former Rockwell Scientific Center. Source of the new funding was not disclosed, however, the firm previously raised funding from ITX International Equity. Details on the funding have not been announced by the company. READ MORE>>.

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Westlake Village Equity Funding Develop 145

socalTECH

JANUARY 24, 2011

San Diego-based Genoptix , a publicly held provider of laboratory services to the hematology and oncology market, said this morning that it is in a definitive merger agreement to be acquired by Novartis. per share of its stock, or $470M in equity, or approximately $330M in enterprise value. on Friday.

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San Diego Equity Pricing Capital 157

TechCrunch LA

JULY 21, 2020

The pay equity fights that the women’s team has led are still ongoing ( and suffered a setback earlier this year ), but Nortman and Portman saw an opportunity to chart a new course for the league with the combination of both of their support. . Image Credits: Angel City. That non-profit is also a partner with Angel City. “In

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Writing Los Angeles Startup Equity 171

socalTECH

DECEMBER 7, 2011

Chatsworth-based MRV Communications , which manufactures optical networking components, reported Wednesday afternoon that it has executed a definitive agreement with a group of European private equity firms, led by Vinci Capital SA, to sell its Creative Electronic Systems SA.

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Chatsworth Equity Sales Report 140

Tech.Co

MARCH 25, 2022

By ensuring their value isn't bloated, the company will net its employees better equity over time. It uses a profit-sharing model, so retailers can earn a little more while giving Instacart a new revenue stream that it definitely needs. But the steep drop in valuation isn't exactly a great morale booster, either. Delivery Is Evolving.

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Advertising Tool .Net Marketing 118

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The first is to be more precise in your definition and understanding of where you are, and how the money will be spent. Business equity investors are buying a portion of your business, so they are looking to fund a specific business with a specific offering, not a generic technology.

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Resource Ideas Funding Research 102

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

Irvine-based Broadcom , the developer of networking and communications semiconductors, announced this morning that it has signed a definitive agreement to buy Gigle Networks , a provider of systems-on-a-chip for home networking over power lines. Gigle had been venture backed by Accel Partners, Pond Ventures, and Scottish Equity Partners.

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Networking Equity Acquisition Funding 124

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 18, 2023

I’m definitely a proponent of this latter approach. McGinnis, a well-known venture capitalist and private equity investor. On the other hand, I remember a classic book, “ The 10% Entrepreneur: Live Your Startup Dream Without Quitting Your Day Job ,” by Patrick J.

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Startup Satisfaction Entrepreneur News 102

Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

By definition?—?I’m The market definition has changed but what we do mostly hasn’t. that broadly covers decentralized applications and possibly even decentralized autonomous organizations (which could imply that in the future VCs need to be more focused on token value and monetization than equity ownership models?—?we’ll

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Venture Capital Writing Invest Pricing 471

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

Carlsbad-based Life Technologies said today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire BioTrove, a developer of a high throughput gene expression and genotyping analysis system. Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed. BioTrove is based in Woburn, Mass.,

Technology 140

Technology Acquisition Equity Develop 140

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 30, 2017

The “venture capital” model is the only option they know, where they feel they get no mercy, giving up equity and control. The basic categories include equity, straight debt, convertible debt, services, and agreements for future equity. Document the investment types you are willing to consider.

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Technical Review Equity Capital Entrepreneur 88

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 3, 2023

Direct seed funding, for a share of the equity, and introductions to investors. This association is definitely one of the world’s leading organization for advancing business incubation and entrepreneurship. Mentoring and technical assistance from volunteer or paid experts. Health, life, and other insurance at group rates.

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Organization Incubator Startup Resource 92

Berkonomics

AUGUST 20, 2015

You may recall that earlier in this series, I explained the definition of an inciting incident, using the movie industry and its story telling as the model. Dave’s note: Guest author, David Steakley returns to explain his theory of exit valuations. It’s a short but excellent read… By David Steakley.

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Equity Email Sales Invest 120

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Angel investors and venture capitalists don’t make equity investments in non-profits. What options do they have available to them, since they can’t sell a share of the company (no equity investment)? There is no discussion of equity, or return on investment. donation equity grant investment non-profit philantropy startup'

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Startup Angel Equity Technical Review 100

socalTECH

JULY 8, 2009

Santa Ana-based MSC.Software , a developer of simulation and design software, has received a $360M acquisition offer from a group of private equity investors. the two have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all of MSC. Tags: software simulation merger acquisition buyout private equity. READ MORE>>.

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Acquisition Equity Software Design 100

socalTECH

JANUARY 5, 2021

That is not to suggest we won't return to in person convenings when safe to do so but, we'll definitely move to a hybrid model using a thoughtful combination of the various approaches. Despite the macro challenges, we were able to significantly increase our reach and engagement across the region.

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Southern California SoCal Technical Review Startup 202