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Cram Down ā€“ A Test of Character for VCs and Founders

Steve Blank

Cram downs are back ā€“ and Iā€™m keeping a list. Most existing investors (those still in business) hoarded their money and stopped doing follow-on rounds until the rubble had cleared. Most existing investors (those still in business) hoarded their money and stopped doing follow-on rounds until the rubble had cleared.

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5 Ways to Make Your Startup a Choice Investment

Startup Professionals Musings

Within the venture community, the first rule to remember is that opportunities abound these days, due to the increasing pace of technology evolution, and the scope and creativity of the global community. Is your concept worthy of a company, a product, or a feature? Angel investors look for prior domain and startup experience.