View from Seed

AUGUST 10, 2021

They were wrapping up participation in an accelerator program and Ben was planning to move back to Chicago to build the company there, having previously worked at Groupon before moving on to other tech companies in Asia, as well as a brief time in California.

Chicago 156

Chicago Cofounder Miami B2B 156

The Next Web

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Entrepreneurs with businesses in Asia know that fundraising here can be a daunting task. With this in mind, I would like to use my experience as an entrepreneur, having closed several sizable rounds of investment around Asia over the last six years, to help explain the landscape as it currently stands.

Asia 123

Asia Silicon Valley India China 123

View from Seed

AUGUST 10, 2021

They were wrapping up participation in an accelerator program and Ben was planning to move back to Chicago to build the company there, having previously worked at Groupon before moving on to other tech companies in Asia, as well as a brief time in California.

Chicago 136

Chicago Cofounder Miami B2B 136

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 3, 2011

The service would use early-stage smart phones and a push system developed by Rhino. Benitez says the company is currently looking at low-hanging fruit in the North American markets, which for them is the multi-family housing industry – they’ve already secured one of the top players in property management as a subscriber.

Social Media 187

Social Media Media Management Application Development 187

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 22, 2014

”With a growing pipeline of exciting new tech start-ups in Singapore, founders will require funding, experienced mentorship and strong networks to build companies that can compete in worldwide markets. . “In 2010 I traveled Asia, meeting over 80 startups from a dozen countries. .

Singapore 167

Singapore Asia Early Stage Venture Capital 167

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

The one and a half day regional event, organized by e27 , will showcase selected Malaysia startups even as it explores Malaysia’s role in the global technology industry and help connect the Malaysia startup ecosystem with those from the rest of Southeast Asia and the broader Asia Pacific. Key Event Features.

Malaysia 165

Malaysia Asia Singapore Incubator 165

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 18, 2012

Singapore-based early-stage technology seed fund Golden Gate Ventures has announced investments into cloud-based inventory and sales management SaaS solutions provider TradeGecko , online grocer RedMart and mobile payment provider Coda Payments. “Southeast Asia is brimming with smart, talented, and self-driven entrepreneurs.

Singapore 147

Singapore Asia China India 147

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 20, 2014

An older but still relevant study, published by CB Insights, Venture Capital Human Capital Report , summarizes a variety of characteristics for private early-stage Internet ventures funded in the US. Other common previous roles were executives in Sales, Marketing, and Product Management, all suggesting that VCs back experience.

Silicon Valley 271

Silicon Valley Venture Capital Massachusetts California 271

Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

They assist with the sale and work with marketing to create demand. Major reason for failure = hiring sales and marketing staff too quickly. Many Distributors in Europe and in Asia. Therapeutics Channel = what you’re selling in the early stage is data and Intellectual Property to the pharmaceutical and biotech companies.

Distribution 224

Distribution Channel Lean Intellectual Property 224

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 24, 2013

An older study, published by CB Insights, Venture Capital Human Capital Report , summarizes a variety of characteristics for private early-stage Internet ventures funded in the US. Other common previous roles were executives in Sales, Marketing, and Product Management, all suggesting that VCs back experience. No surprises here.

Venture Capital 238

Venture Capital Silicon Valley Massachusetts California 238

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 10, 2016

by Simon Tate, Area Vice President for Commercial Business – Asia, Salesforce. Simon Tate is a 20 year IT veteran and is currently Vice President of Commercial Sales Asia for Salesforce. The rise of mobile and social technologies has made end-users more empowered and knowledgeable than ever before.

Customer 100

Customer Advisory Board Asia Internet 100

YoungUpstarts

MAY 31, 2011

He recently founded The Startup Centre , an India-based accelerator for early stage start-ups, and also a hub for initiatives related to tech, design and entrepreneurship. We also see quite a few companies in India, growing to massive size with significant market caps within the local markets.

India 208

India Silicon Valley Early Stage Asia 208

Gust

OCTOBER 12, 2014

An older but still relevant study, published by CB Insights, Venture Capital Human Capital Report , summarizes a variety of characteristics for private early-stage Internet ventures funded in the US. Other common previous roles were executives in Sales, Marketing, and Product Management, all suggesting that VCs back experience.

Silicon Valley 182

Silicon Valley Venture Capital Massachusetts California 182

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 17, 2016

by Simon Tate, Area Vice President for Commercial Business – Asia, Salesforce. However, if you do make the investment and differentiate your business with great customer service, you can tap into this huge market opportunity. Simon Tate is a 20 year IT veteran and is currently Vice President of Commercial Sales Asia for Salesforce.

Customer 100

Customer Singapore Advisory Board Asia 100

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 3, 2010

A new study, just published by CB Insights, titled Venture Capital Human Capital Report , summarizes these three characteristics for private early-stage Internet ventures funded in the US during the first six months of 2010. If you are from outside the US, especially Asia, experts tell me that the focus is even more on relationships.

Venture Capital 221

Venture Capital Massachusetts California New York 221

The Next Web

JANUARY 26, 2014

Jon Yongfook is a serial entrepreneur based in Asia. Startups are a special breed of companies when it comes to marketing. Rely on cheaper forms of marketing : Blogging, email, viral tactics etc. Growth hacks are clever marketing tricks used by startups in order to get more users (often for free or very little cost).

Thailand 167

Thailand Social Network PPC Singapore 167

The Startup Magazine

MAY 15, 2018

Not to mention that there are still numerous diversity problems, high salaries, and the lack of opportunities for early-stage businesses to hire experienced talent. Asia is a Leading Innovation Force. Even though Silicon Valley is still the major startup centre, numerous other startup ecosystems have emerged in the U.S.

North America 69

North America America Silicon Valley Los Angeles 69

The Next Web

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

With a little knowledge of some of the key cultural differences and unique properties of the local tech scene, Russia can easily become one of the most attractive tech markets in the world for investors. Russia currently has the largest online market in Europe. Russia in numbers. There is no secret Russian handshake that lands a deal.

Russia 140

Russia Europe Government Vertical 140

View from Seed

JANUARY 11, 2017

It seems obvious but strategic investment only makes sense when that corporate VC is providing technology, market access, or other aid that cannot be obtained through a simple business relationship or from a startup’s other investors or advisors. 2) Is now the right time for us?

Strategic Investors 120

Strategic Investors Post-Money Valuation Seed Stage Cofounder 120

The Next Web

DECEMBER 30, 2013

7) permits convenient communication with the East and West coasts, South America, Europe, and Asia all in the same business day. Aside from its stunning natural beauty, Denver’s location has a practical business application: the Mountain Time Zone (UTC?7) Its elevation also affords it the recognition as the largest U.S. percent.

Denver 166

Denver Silicon Valley San Jose Colorado 166

David Teten

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Susan Balloch is a Managing Director of Golden Seeds, an angel fund that invests in early stage companies founded or led by women. Karen Bantuveris has 15 years experience as a consultant in customer centric- leadership development, marketing strategy and business process design. 6:30 Registration. 7:00 Panel discussion.

Private Equity 114

Private Equity North America Cofounder Angel Groups 114

ReadWriteStart

AUGUST 22, 2012

But what about smaller technology players and early stage start-ups that don’t have the resources to hire full-time, international law firms? This leaves them exposed to competition in other markets and may have a serious impact on their ability to scale long-term. So while a start-up may operate only in the U.S. Efficiency.

Intellectual Property 150

Intellectual Property IP Europe Asia 150

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2017

From his annual “100 Books” he finishes and highlights every year, his frank advice to a young medical supply company to pivot toward a new market, or his search for a new CEO for a struggling ed-tech company, he works tirelessly in the trenches to solve problems and enhance the startup ecosystem.

Illinois 78

Illinois Chicago Entrepreneur Cofounder 78

thebarefootvc

JULY 3, 2016

New funds have popped up in increasing numbers over the last few years – but I saw gaps in the market that needed to be filled. There is still a lot of work ahead, but the market has been overwhelmingly responsive to the original thesis. And…I wanted to have fun and work with great people while doing so. Not following the herd.

North America 40

North America Early Stage New York City Portfolio 40

thebarefootvc

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

New funds have popped up in increasing numbers over the last few years – but I saw gaps in the market that needed to be filled. There is still a lot of work ahead, but the market has been overwhelmingly responsive to the original thesis. And…I wanted to have fun and work with great people while doing so. Not following the herd.

North America 40

North America Early Stage New York City Portfolio 40

andrewchen.co

AUGUST 20, 2012

My theory is, we’re currently in a golden age for early stage startups, and the early stage market will stay hot for at least the next 3-5 years. This makes sense to them because there are multiple billion-dollar markets at play. Here’s why the good times will continue. Tell me in the comments.

Seed Stage 51

Seed Stage Early Stage Mobile Seed Money 51

ReadWriteStart

AUGUST 22, 2012

But what about smaller technology players and early stage start-ups that don’t have the resources to hire full-time, international law firms? This leaves them exposed to competition in other markets and may have a serious impact on their ability to scale long-term. So while a start-up may operate only in the U.S.

Intellectual Property 84

Intellectual Property IP Europe Asia 84

Campus Entrepreneurship

MARCH 8, 2011

Early stage investment firm North Bridge Venture Partners has joined with the Asia-Pacific Entrepreneurship Society (ASES) and announced a $75,000 seed capital competition. Will more early stage investors start official partnerships with campuses?

Seed Capital 37

Seed Capital Seed Stage Early Stage Asia 37

Startup Lessons Learned

APRIL 17, 2010

Three premier early-stage venture investors have joined forces to sponsor the event: Baseline , Floodgate , and First Round Capital. Three premier early-stage venture investors have joined forces to sponsor the event: Baseline , Floodgate , and First Round Capital.

San Francisco 107

San Francisco Romania Cleveland South Africa 107

ReadWriteStart

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Then Lokesh Parakh discussed a consulting service that he and his five colleagues are trying to pull together in the pre-paid card business, helping non-banking financial institutions launch card services in South Asia. Gemalto, the smart card world leader comes to mind as a possible vendor. It might be a much better alignment of skills.

India 115

India Silicon Valley Incubator Bootstrapping 115

ReadWriteStart

AUGUST 22, 2012

But what about smaller technology players and early stage start-ups that don’t have the resources to hire full-time, international law firms? This leaves them exposed to competition in other markets and may have a serious impact on their ability to scale long-term. So while a start-up may operate only in the U.S. Efficiency.

Intellectual Property 60

Intellectual Property IP Europe Asia 60

David Teten

JULY 6, 2011

As investors in early-stage technology companies , we are particularly interested in some of the new technologies that have emerged that promote fitness, and we’ll promote their use. These are extremely common in Asia, but highly unusual in the US. Technology. ” - Squat toilets. Group morning exercises.

Portfolio 166

Portfolio New York Omaha Vermont 166

venturebeat.com

JULY 12, 2012

The Bing Fund will invest $50,000-$100,000 in early-stage startups, through standard convertible notes (loans that convert to equity at Microsoft’s option). From $1.5B to half a trillion dollars: PayPal celebrates a 10th anniversary. Editor’s picks. Featured stories. Cloud services. Cloud storage. Enterprise. Acquisition.

Detroit 69

Detroit Incubator Technical Review Venture Capital 69

The Next Web

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Not only will the SparksLab Global fund – which has a total kitty of $30 million — zoom in on seed-stage investments, in addition to the early stage focus of its accelerator, but it will have a far broader global remit. Asia Entrepreneur Insider News sparklabs'

Seed Stage 139

Seed Stage Asia Silicon Valley 139

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

I have got a lot of business contacts here, which will help us to succeed in the Asia market. Building Silicon Valley in Asia. Prof Wong Poh Kam of National University of Singapore believed that Asia should not follow blindly the Silicon Valley. shares Yotam Cohen, the co-founder of Wibbitz. Rachel Chan said.

Silicon Valley 157

Silicon Valley Artificial Inteligence Asia Singapore 157

David Teten

MARCH 12, 2012

As investors in early-stage technology companies , we are particularly interested in some of the new technologies that have emerged that promote fitness, and we’ll promote their use. These are extremely common in Asia, but highly unusual in the US. And even the wall is optional. Technology. ” - Squat toilets (~$450).

Product 166

Product Portfolio Venture Capital Vesting 166

Cracking the Code

OCTOBER 10, 2008

Save Asia for post-IPO Single instance, multi-tenant, single datacenter - Have only one version of the code in production. Labels: SaaS , sales and marketing , software. The CAC ratio determines the payback time on your sales and marketing investment: a CAC ratio of 0.5 Posted by Philippe Botteri. at 11:09 AM. 16 comments: BdH.

Software Review 48

Software Review North America Europe Metrics 48