Up and Running
JULY 6, 2016
On one hand, as a reader of business plans for investors, I see way too many business plans that ask a reader to wade neck-deep through technology to get to the business. Establish technology as a differentiator, when it is. I’ll join in the due diligence for my angel group, test for myself, and develop my informed opinion.
Growthink Blog
DECEMBER 27, 2017
And the desire to raise capital (whether from an individual “angel” investor or a venture capital firm) is often the key motivator in the business planning process. But how exactly will your business plan persuade investors to sign a check? Such analysis will relieve investor concern and enhance the plan’s credibility.
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Gust
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
It’s the result of several decades in high tech, three years as an investor in a local Oregon angel investment group , some consulting in due diligence for venture capital, and my experience as founder and co-founder of successful ventures. What I say here is my opinion and mine alone. Startup experience.
Up and Running
DECEMBER 22, 2015
Angel investors can teach you a lot about money, whether or not you’re seeking funding from them. I’ve seen this over and over in my dealings as a member of a local angel investment group. What we do at the Willamette Angel Conference is the rule, not the exception. We don’t just reject startups; we explain why.
Both Sides of the Table
MAY 1, 2014
So today I’m excited to announce that Upfront Ventures is leading an $8 million round with some amazing co-investors including Founder’s Fund, OATV, Lowercase, High Peaks, Collaborative Fund and many great angel investors. Full on burger flipping mode.
Startup Company Lawyer
MARCH 14, 2010
Certain angel investors refuse to do convertible debt deals, but will be okay if there is a price cap. I think that the Series Seed documents are probably most appropriate in a friends and family equity seed financing, as opposed to a round led by a professional investor. Investor pressure. Why is it called Series Seed?
Rob Go
NOVEMBER 18, 2014
This week, we helped organize an Angel Bootcamp where some of Boston’s most successful angel investors shared their experiences and lessons learned to a crowd of aspiring angels and entrepreneurs. Great angels do this as well, but can be a little more relaxed about it and still get great results.
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