VC Cafe

DECEMBER 28, 2010

See the October 2010 edition after the jump. Juniper Networks Inc acquired Altor Networks, a company specializing in security for virtualization technology. Virtualization technology is increasingly in demand as large corporations try to cut back on hardware in their data centers. For previous editions, click here.

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venturedig.com

NOVEMBER 1, 2009

The business models within the social media realm are much different than traditional businesses. Reason : as soon as someone sits down to outline ways social networks can be monetized, another model emerges, and another model ceases. Display Ads: This is your bread and butter business model.

Social Network 55

Social Network Business Model Networking CPA 55

Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 5, 2009

Chasing funding versus chasing customers and a repeatable and scalable business model, is one reason startups fail. Is there a profitable business model? The Traditional VC Pitch Entrepreneurs who pursue the traditional product development model don’t have customer data to answer these questions. Can it scale?”

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Customer Development Developer Customer Silicon Valley 266

Steve Blank

JANUARY 15, 2017

And finally this bill acknowledges that networks of entrepreneurs and mentors are critical in getting technologies translated from the lab to the marketplace. It resolved partisan differences over how NSF should conduct peer review and manage research. Why This Matters.

Lean 262

Lean Technical Review Government Programming 262

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 23, 2012

I have been close to the tech & startup sectors for more than 20 years and I can’t think of a period in which I felt more optimistic about the innovation and value creation I see in front of us. So of course returns from 2000-2010 were subpar on average for the industry. Today’s Normalization. Mobility really changes everything.

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Venture Capital Technical Review LP Mobile 347

VC Cafe

JULY 5, 2010

Group picture of the Battery Ventures Entrepreneurship workshop in Tel Aviv, 2010. We opened each case study discussion with an analysis of the venture in question using the People, Opportunity, Context and Deals (POCD) model outlined in the Harvard Business Review article ‘ Some Thoughts on Business Plans ’.

Software Review 116

Software Review Technical Review Community Due Diligence 116

Steve Blank

OCTOBER 10, 2011

I was invited to Finland as part of Stanford’s Engineering Technology Venture Program partnership with Aalto University. Instead the business press dumped on the founders for “selling out.” In 2010 it got worse with an Act in parliament about the Monitoring of Foreigners’ Corporate Acquisitions. Note to Finland – lighten up.

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Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

Posted on September 14, 2009 by steveblank Over the last 30 years Wall Street’s appetite for technology stocks have changed radically – swinging between unbridled enthusiasm to believing they’re all toxic. Tech acquisitions went crazy at the same time the IPO market did. 3) invest in and take equity stakes in exchange for capital.

Silicon Valley 233

Silicon Valley IPO Technical Review Venture Capital 233

Transformify

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Kenya and Nigeria are of a particular interest for the employers in the UK due to the high percentage of English speakers who have received bachelor’s degree or higher. Facing a high unemployment rate among graduates, Kenya encourages entrepreneurship in an effort to create more jobs in the technology sector.

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Africa Benin Seychelles Nigeria 75

YoungUpstarts

MAY 28, 2014

Caremerge’s technology and first-of-its-kind apps have transformed senior healthcare providing unprecedented coordination in patient care between institutions, patients and their families. On the other hand, businesses have challenges they face on a regular basis due to changing industry needs and other regulations. Kickstarter.

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Security Incubator Technical Review Bootstrapping 200

Steve Blank

DECEMBER 7, 2009

Our business model changed as we realized that to become a large company, we needed to automate more than just a few marketers. We had validated our new assumptions by a set of orders, and we had pivoted on our business model. Reply Ashu Sharma , on April 27, 2010 at 11:44 pm Said: Steve, Great post!

Silicon Valley 248

Silicon Valley Non-disclosure Agreement NDA Startup 248

The Next Web

JANUARY 27, 2013

It’s been slightly over two years since I attended Startup Weekend in September 2010, which literally changed my world for the better. Now, two years later, it is a good time to share some important lessons that I learned after taking the Red Pill that day in September 2010. This is only relevant for non-technical founders like myself.

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Netherlands Technical Review Software Review Cofounder 159

betashop.com

OCTOBER 8, 2012

90 Things I’ve Learned From Founding 4 Technology Companies. On October 27, 2010 I wrote a blog post about the “ 57 Things I Learned Founding 3 Tech Companies.”. 90 Things I’ve Learned Founding 4 Tech Companies: Find your company’s One Thing. ?? Fab.com Fab Feed Bradfords Blog. So, here goes. It’s that important.

Technical Review 108

Technical Review Technology Software Review Valuation 108

A Smart Bear: Startups and Marketing for Geeks

JULY 19, 2010

Their products are over-priced, buggy, lacking features, and every experience I've had with their tech support has been atrocious, but man their stuff looks and feels nice! Indeed, most of the innovations we've made at Smart Bear in the art of code review have already been duplicated by both commercial and open-source competitors.

Software Review 325

Software Review Technical Review Development Team Review Bolivia 325

Steve Blank

JULY 2, 2009

As Peter began to speak extemporaneously our mouths slowly fell open as he described the video game market, its size, its demographics, the state of the technology, and the state of games. You’re in a “ hits-based &# entertainment business like movies or music rather than a product business like traditional high-tech. -

Silicon Valley 120

Silicon Valley Technical Review RSS Software Review 120

David Teten

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Here’s what I said: In your career in tech and VC, how has your focus on ESG responsibility changed over time? One of the impact initiatives I’m proudest of is founding Harvard Business School Alumni Angels of New York , a nonprofit and now the East Coast’s largest angel group. I quickly recruited a board of experienced hands.

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Venture Capital Partner Technical Review Cofounder 60

Steve Blank

JANUARY 15, 2017

And finally this bill acknowledges that networks of entrepreneurs and mentors are critical in getting technologies translated from the lab to the marketplace. It resolved partisan differences over how NSF should conduct peer review and manage research. Why This Matters.

Lean 120

Lean Technical Review Government Programming 120

Up and Running

DECEMBER 6, 2012

Lean Planning is a set of tools for discovering a business model that works, building an action plan to test your assumptions, creating financial models and a plan for a viable business, and tracking your performance so you can adjust your plan on the fly, quickly and easily. Do startups have a manual?

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Lean Silicon Valley Forecast Technical Review 147

Hearpreneur

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

Thanks to Robert Harbauer, Laser Bonding Tech, Inc. ! #2- We started Ottawa Special Events back in 2010 as a complete one-stop shop for all event rentals. This allowed me to once again leverage my technical skills to deliver innovative solutions to serve our community. 23- Due to prior experiences and education.

Wyoming 116

Wyoming Entrepreneur Technical Review Guam 116

Lightspeed Venture Partners

OCTOBER 7, 2012

I’ve been writing up reviews of this season’s Shark Tank pitches from a silicon valley VCs perspective. The first company started as a BBQ catering business, and eventually focused in on their most popular product, a dip made of blended up chicken plus various sauces. BACK 9 DIPS. Provides an emergency one touch dialer.

Technical Review 110

Technical Review Technical Cofounder Valuation Pre-Money Valuation 110

David Teten

AUGUST 19, 2019

I’ve been a traditional equity VC for 8 years, and I’m now researching new business models in venture capital. 2018 also had the fewest number of angel-led financing rounds since before 2010. Feenix Venture Partners has a unique investment model that couples investment capital with payment processing services.

Revenue 60

Revenue Term Sheet Founder Technical Review 60

www.chubbybrain.com

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

October 3rd, 2010 the Chubby Team 48 Comments. Also worth a read after you review these startup failure post-mortems. A month ago, half way through my angel funds raised from family members, I decided to review the progress I’ve made and figure out what still needs to happen to make this a viable business. Author : Todd.

Software Review 79

Software Review Startup Technical Review Vesting 79

The Next Web

AUGUST 26, 2012

In November 2010 we launched Whatser : an application that made it easy to get personal suggestions on where to go such as bars, restaurants, galleries, shops and other spots based on your location, interest and social graph. Building a technology company within an extremely competitive market is difficult. Develop a strong backbone.

Bankruptcy 121

Bankruptcy Technical Review Intellectual Property Due Diligence 121

SoCal CTO

MARCH 22, 2007

Open Source Business Models, speakers for Web 2.0 We have been using LinkedIn for both sourcing recruits and reviewing backgrounds for recruits. Technology Advisor Technology Roles in Startups Pricing Customer Acquisition Sunk Costs and More -. Technology Jobs in Southern California – a Rebound.

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Technical Cofounder Southern California Los Angeles CTO Hire 150

Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 21, 2015

The last 40 years have seen an explosive adoption of new technologies (social media, telecom, life sciences, etc.) Not only are the number of new technologies and entrants growing, but also increasing is the rate at which technology is disrupting existing companies. Figure 1 : Five technology revolutions source: Carlota Perez.

Silicon Valley 120

Silicon Valley Venture Capital United States Technical Review 120

philipsmith.typepad.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

» January 23, 2010. Compensation-wise the biggest challenge is insuring people are respectful of my time and skills (when they don't write real checks for hourly or project work they don't tend to be quite as diligent on this as one would like!). The G&A Function in Early Stage Tech , The Startup Environment | Permalink.

Silicon Valley 40

Silicon Valley Equity Technical Review Recapitalization 40

crowdSPRING Blog

APRIL 13, 2010

Build a technology company without a tech cofounder – [link]. Infographic on entrepreneurs’ state of mind in 2010 – [link]. Why Startups are Agile and Opportunistic – Pivoting the Business Model – [link]. The Dangers Of Tying Your Business To Another – [link]. – [link].

Social Media 95

Social Media Small Business Design Media 95

crowdSPRING Blog

APRIL 13, 2010

Build a technology company without a tech cofounder – [link]. Infographic on entrepreneurs’ state of mind in 2010 – [link]. Why Startups are Agile and Opportunistic – Pivoting the Business Model – [link]. The Dangers Of Tying Your Business To Another – [link]. – [link].

Social Media 95

Social Media Small Business Design Media 95

genylabs.typepad.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Tracking and Forecasting the Trends Impacting the Future of Small Business. Welcome to Small Business Labs. Small Business Labs, from Emergent Research , covers the key social, technology and business trends impacting small business. Research Brief - Small Business Credit Outlook. December 2010.

Equity 40

Equity Technical Review San Jose Stock 40

steveblank.com

JULY 8, 2011

automatic links to generated images Rietveld - asynchronous code reviews on changesets Tech*if*er0*urs – blog on roadmap for learning rails Best free programming books Project Management Basecamp - web-based project management and collaboration tool. WebSequenceDiagrams - sketch sequence diagrams.

Software Review 110

Software Review Startup Silicon Valley Analytics 110

ReadWriteStart

MAY 19, 2011

During today's roundtable, we opened the session with a discussion of the existential crisis in media and how talented bloggers and journalists are facing a tough time sustaining themselves due to lack of business models. From 2008 to 2010, Mitra was a columnist for Forbes. We can guide you on how to organize a gathering.

India 115

India Silicon Valley Entrepreneur Affiliate 115

www.xconomy.com

JUNE 9, 2012

Tech Channels ▾ Cleantech ›. Innovation Report Shows San Diego Added 695 Tech Jobs at End of 2011. San Diego’s Free EvoNexus Tech Incubator Gains Qualcomm Expertise. XSITE 2012: The Xconomy Summit on Innovation, Technology & Entrepreneurship. Fred Hutch Spinoff Blaze Bioscience Pulls in $5M For ‘Tumor Paint’.

San Diego 40

San Diego Venture Capital Technical Review San Francisco 40

www.quora.com

JANUARY 16, 2011

Developers have worn the crown for the last 30 or more years in the technology industry - rightly. But in the world following Jonathan Ive, designers are finally getting their due. It is also true that open source and the commoditization of many technologies has put much more emphasis on experience.

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Technical Review Startup CTO Hire Cofounder 51

Tim Keane

OCTOBER 8, 2008

Last week, our angel group reviewed a business with an online lie detector technology.  Someone in the meeting suggested this would make an interesting HR applicant screening tool that may point to candidates who might be worth a bit more extra due diligence on the veracity of their assertions in an interview.

Technical Review 60

Technical Review Due Diligence Wisconsin Angel Groups 60

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Companies need to be creative and find new business models to take advantage of the shifting makeup of their operating countries’ populations. There will be a lot of room for new business opportunities in the healthcare and nutrition sectors for example. Explosion in technology. . Professor Dominique V.

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ReadWriteStart

APRIL 14, 2011

a group of entrepreneurs from TiE Chennai gathered at the Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IIT-M) Research Park campus, and we spent the next four hours discussing strategy and tactics of early-stage entrepreneurship. The concept, if technically as compelling as it sounds, could become a standard in building safety all over the world.

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India Technical Review Entrepreneur Silicon Valley 126

mashable.com

OCTOBER 27, 2010

Contact Us Submit News Contact Us Write for Us Spark of Genius Series Mashable | The Social Media Guide Business Mashable on Facebook Join Us! This post originally appeared on the American Express OPEN Forum , where Mashable regularly contributes articles about leveraging social media and technology in small business.

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Small Business Technical Review Social Media Software Review 104