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Good Times Ahead for VC-backed Tech Companies?

Both Sides of the Table

We meet to discuss trends in the industry and to find ways to work together to help with SoCal deal syndication – somethings that happens automatically on Sand Hill Road in NorCal due to proximity. 2009 has been the worst year for M&A in a decade. We feature a prominent speaker at every event.

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New VC-InsideOut Podcast: Best Practices for Building High-Performance Boards During Challenging Times

Pascal's View

42in;text-align:left;direction:ltr;unicode-bidi:embed; vertical-align:baseline;mso-line-break-override:none;punctuation-wrap:hanging"> SOME COMMON EXAMPLES OF BOARD MISALIGNMENT.42in;text-indent:-.42in;text-align:left;direction:ltr;unicode-bidi:embed; 42in;text-indent:-.42in;text-align:left;direction:ltr;unicode-bidi:embed; of fiduciary duty.

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Google VP: Here's How to Get Bought By Us

mashable.com

In November 2009 Google acquired mobile ad company AdMob for $750 million. In November 2009 Google acquired mobile ad company AdMob for $750 million. I would like to know, what are the areas/vertical they are looking for acquisition? Global Syndication Partners. ITA Software. Result: sale was made. July 18, 2012 12:38:13.