Equity Networking Oracle 
Both Sides of the Table
MARCH 17, 2010
LA was a leader in lead generation (LowerMyBills), comparison shopping (PriceGrabber, Shopzilla), social networking (MySpace … I know, I know – Facebook won – but it was still a big business). We were also an investor in the early local listing company, CitySearch – an LA company.
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 16, 2020
Many pundits will point to great entrepreneurs, including Steve Jobs at Apple, and Larry Ellison at Oracle, as examples of opinionated and egotistical leaders who succeeded without consideration for relationships. Incent others to contribute to your success. Don’t back away from conflicts that can be constructive.
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Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 14, 2022
Many pundits will point to great entrepreneurs, including Steve Jobs at Apple, and Larry Ellison at Oracle, as examples of opinionated and egotistical leaders who succeeded without consideration for relationships. Incent others to contribute to your success. Don’t back away from conflicts that can be constructive.
Tech Zulu Event
AUGUST 13, 2012
Strong Network, Operational Experience and Technical Background. On their website the founders say, “Our strong network, operational experience and technical background delivers unique value to entrepreneurs.” The founders profiles are laid down in detail here. 35+ Equity Partners on board.
Both Sides of the Table
FEBRUARY 24, 2019
When an entrepreneur takes on investors who take equity (i.e. The board is where large equity investors get their representation. you can build that with your personal peer network. I had the former head of Oracle, UK, Philip Crawford , on my first board and I found his advice and experience invaluable.
Both Sides of the Table
MAY 5, 2011
But it did take Brad as a public spokesman, consummate networker and successful VC to help create legitimacy to let David’s ideas flourish. There is a long tradition of these and it’s what formed the original angel network groups. It takes both to build a community. The business leaders need to do their parts.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 22, 2016
Many pundits will point to great entrepreneurs, including Steve Jobs at Apple, and Larry Ellison at Oracle, as examples of opinionated and egotistical leaders who succeeded without consideration for relationships. Incent others to contribute to your success. Don’t back away from conflicts that can be constructive.
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