Board Effect

JANUARY 6, 2020

What is governance and what does good governance mean for today’s boards of directors? Good governance of today accounts for longstanding governance practices, as well as modern governance principles. Good governance should be evident in every organization’s policy-setting and decision-making.

Government 64

Government Software Review Technical Review Due Diligence 64

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 30, 2019

The problem is that professional investors (angels and venture capitalists) want a proven business model before they invest, ready to scale, rather than the more risky research and development efforts. The positives are that you give up no equity, and these apply to the early startup stages, but they do take time and much effort to win.

Intellectual Property 219

Intellectual Property Technical Review Startup Incubator 219

Up and Running

MARCH 12, 2019

For a lot of non-technical founders—that is, entrepreneurs with a business idea but without technical expertise— sourcing software development talent is critical. In many areas, however, the high demand for tech talent appears to be larger than the supply of qualified tech and software developers for hire. It’s a valid concern.

IP 80

IP Software Developers Software Development Intellectual Property 80

Board Effect

JUNE 20, 2023

Patient access and equity. Get Back to Governance Basics Examine the quality of your board orientation training. This is a good place to start getting back to the basics of good governance. Governance technology such as a board portal by BoardEffect can be a huge advantage for boards that are committed to working efficiently.

Software Review 98

Software Review Technical Review Government Community 98

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 6, 2020

is any liability incurred in the development, acquisition, use, and retirement of technology — i.e. hardware and software systems, or the skills set needed to support them. Unplanned tech debt occurs because of an unplanned event, often caused by bad development practices, poor technique or poor communication of requirements.

Technical Review 246

Technical Review Small Business Software Review Security 246

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

A critical stage for most first-time entrepreneurs is getting their idea developed into at least a prototype to validate their technology. Acquiring seed-stage funding is admittedly tough, but a source that I find often overlooked is government grant funding, accessible in the U.S. The approval process is long and bureaucratic.

Early Stage 225

Early Stage SBIR Technical Review Seed Stage 225

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 30, 2017

The “venture capital” model is the only option they know, where they feel they get no mercy, giving up equity and control. The basic categories include equity, straight debt, convertible debt, services, and agreements for future equity. Document the investment types you are willing to consider.

Technical Review 220

Technical Review Accredited Investor Due Diligence Equity 220

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 14, 2014

The problem is that professional investors (Angels and Venture Capital) want a proven business model before they invest, ready to scale, rather than the more risky research and development efforts. The positives are that you give up no equity, and these apply to the early startup stages, but they do take time and much effort to win.

Entrepreneur 283

Entrepreneur Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator 283

Board Effect

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

BoardEffect was founded in 2007 by a team of web developers that served nonprofits and educational institutions. The web developers determined to make the duties of the wonderful people they worked with easier by making a program to help them lead their organizations more efficiently and effectively. Revisiting BoardEffect’s History.

Government 98

Government Technical Review Software Review Web Development 98

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

The problem is that professional investors (Angels and Venture Capital) want a proven business model before they invest, ready to scale, rather than the more risky research and development efforts. The positives are that you give up no equity, and these apply to the early startup stages, but they do take time and much effort to win.

Intellectual Property 309

Intellectual Property Technical Review Venture Capital Startup 309

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 12, 2018

The problem is that professional investors (angels and venture capital) want a proven business model before they invest, ready to scale, rather than early projections and product development. Nevertheless, it’s an option that doesn’t cost you equity. Solicit funds from friends and family. Apply for contests and business grants.

Intellectual Property 134

Intellectual Property Technical Review Startup Incubator 134

ReadWriteStart

JUNE 1, 2020

Once the order is fulfilled and paid for, the funds can be paid back. ? Research and development. In very few specific cases, depending on the nature of the business, the business model might demand a considerable gestation period or extensive research and development. Forms of funding. ? Equity investment. Bootstrapping.

Startup 150

Startup Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Seed Stage 150

Board Effect

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) values are inextricably bound to the missions of most nonprofit organizations. Fortunately, many volunteer boards understand the importance of governing with their mission in the forefront – the importance of walking the walk.

Metrics 52

Metrics Equity Software Review Leadership 52

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

A grant is not an equity investment, so the entrepreneur doesn’t have to give up a stake in the company either. Typically they can be used to fund product development and commercialization that would otherwise require outside investors. Stringent spending controls. Extend your networking.

Government 230

Government Equity Cost SBIR 230

ReadWriteStart

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

In addition to the work done by both private and public entities to foster entrepreneurial development, Colombia has several unique characteristics that give it immense potential for growth and disruptive transformation. A solid foundation of government support. The government creates programs to help entrepreneurs.

Colombia 146

Colombia America Technical Review Startup 146

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Yet I still get too many business plans that clearly are looking for money to do research and development (R&D) on a new and unproven technology. Here your options are limited primarily to large organizations with deep pockets, including government grants , universities and large enterprise sponsors searching for disruptive technologies.

Angel Investor 256

Angel Investor Early Stage Incubator Government 256

Steve Blank

OCTOBER 7, 2011

I presented to 1,000’s of entrepreneurs, talked to 17 startups, gave 12 lectures, had 9 interviews, chatted with 8 VC’s, sat on 4 panels, talked policy with 2 government ministers, 2 members of parliament, 1 head of a public pension fund and was in 1 TV-documentary. a government that’s trying to help, but gets in the way.

Finland 324

Finland Venture Capital Government Russia 324

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 21, 2023

For example, professional investors put great priority on your previous experience in building a business, and they expect to own a portion of the business equity and control for the funds they do provide. Trade equity or services for startup help. Another common example is exchanging equity for legal and accounting support.

Equity 266

Equity Startup Small Business Administration SBA 266

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 7, 2018

It’s something the financial community – along with government resources, for that matter – needs to think about as it works to help young business leaders consider their financing options. Once developed, with the aid of a banker, lawyer, accountant or other resources, entrepreneurs will be in a position to weigh their financing options.

Entrepreneur 124

Entrepreneur Incubator Finance Canada 124

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 14, 2017

As a starting point the board is intended to have legal and financial responsibilities to a few key constituencies: shareholders, debt holders, creditors, employees, government and major parties with whom the business operates. And of course we help with business development introductions and with fund raising events.

Cofounder 217

Cofounder Stock Options Equity Technical Review 217

NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Underpinning this growth is good governance. In order to understand startup governance, you need to understand risk and reward. This may mean straddling the line between governance and management when necessary. This equity will vest over 2-3 years. Risk and reward. Strategy is everything for a startup company board.

Technical Review 88

Technical Review Software Review New Zealand Due Diligence 88

Board Effect

JUNE 25, 2023

Prompted by investors, consumers, and in some cases regulators, many organizations have created a set of ESG (environmental, social and governance) standards and goals. Your ESG standards results reporting could make you more competitive when seeking grant funding from other nonprofits, foundations, and government agencies.

Securities and Exchange Commission 52

Securities and Exchange Commission Technical Review Metrics Government 52

Board Effect

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

As mission-driven entities, nonprofits face specific pressures and challenges in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I). used grant funds to develop a restorative justice violence interruption app. For instance, Salvation and Social Justice, based in Trenton, N.J.,

Software Review 52

Software Review Technical Review Equity Security 52

Feld Thoughts

OCTOBER 20, 2020

The agenda ( full agenda here ) includes the following discussions: DEIS in Corporate Governance & Board DEIS in Human Resources & Talent Acquisition DEIS in Procurement DEIS in Edge Technology Product Development & Corporate Innovation DEIS in Go To Market DEIS in Venture Capital & Investment DEIS in Impact.

Equity 123

Equity Cofounder Venture Capital .Net 123

Board Effect

AUGUST 23, 2023

Keeping pace with trends affecting governance requires change even in the best of times. Volunteer board members that already struggle with a lack of time for board activities can quickly become overwhelmed with how to develop responsible, forward-reaching strategic plans. Curious to learn more?

Technical Review 52

Technical Review Software Review Minnesota Government 52

Board Effect

APRIL 12, 2021

Good governance practices and compliance are two big issues that your nominating and recruiting committee should focus some of their discussions on as they’re vetting board member candidates. Also, governance practices are continually improving. Developing a job description for the executive director. Building a competent board.

Software Review 91

Software Review Government Retention Leadership 91

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 8, 2015

The problem is that professional investors (angels and venture capital) want a proven business model before they invest, ready to scale, rather than the more risky research and development efforts. Nevertheless, it’s an option that doesn’t cost you equity. Solicit funds from friends and family. Apply for contests and business grants.

Entrepreneur 120

Entrepreneur Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator 120

Steve Blank

OCTOBER 10, 2011

I presented to 1,000’s of entrepreneurs, talked to 17 startups, gave 12 lectures, had 9 interviews, chatted with 8 VC’s, sat on 4 panels, talked policy with 2 government ministers, 2 members of parliament, 1 head of a public pension fund and was in 1 TV-documentary. Toxic Business Press and Contradictory Government Incentives.

Finland 324

Finland Naming Russia Government 324

Steve Blank

OCTOBER 30, 2012

The class teaches founders how to dramatically reduce their failure rate through the combination of business model design, customer development and agile development using the Startup Owners Manual. More importantly, it makes no demands of you to stand and deliver your weekly customer development progress in front of your peers.

Startup 335

Startup Lean Incubator Business Model 335

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 12, 2015

Every investor in your startup, even friends and family, normally expects a share of your company (equity), which means your return for all your effort goes down quickly. This is at least double the time required for most equity investments, and may be a delay you can’t afford in keeping up with the market and your competitors.

SBIR 120

SBIR Equity Technical Review Early Stage 120

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 5, 2023

Every entrepreneur needs help and support along the way, from developing the initial idea, to selling off the successful business (exit strategy). Sometimes these will ask for 5%-15% of your equity for their support services. The incubator organization can help you find them or show you how to apply for a government grant.

Incubator 305

Incubator Startup Exit Strategy Institutional Investors 305

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 25, 2012

This source often gets overlooked, but it should be a major focus these days due to government initiatives on alternative energy and technology. Related sources include local business development agencies. An investment from a venture capital firm is usually expensive, in equity and control. Bartering services for equity.

Technical Review 257

Technical Review Bootstrapping Venture Capital Incubator 257

David Teten

JANUARY 19, 2021

From traditional equity VC, Flexible VC borrows the option to pursue and reap the rewards of an outsized exit. Flexible VC 101: Equity Meets Revenue Share. Equity Ownership. Yes, typically preferred equity. On average, founders own just 43% of equity by Series B , declining thereafter. Flexible VC 102: Variations.

Cofounder 78

Cofounder Technical Review Equity Dividend 78

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 18, 2021

Yet I still get too many business plans that clearly are looking for money to do research and development (R&D) on a new and unproven technology. Here your options are limited primarily to large organizations with deep pockets, including government grants , universities and large enterprise sponsors searching for disruptive technologies.

Early Stage 412

Early Stage Angel Investor Incubator Government 412

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 29, 2020

For example, professional investors put great priority on your previous experience in building a business, and they expect to own a portion of the business equity and control for the funds they do provide. Trade equity or services for startup help. Another common example is exchanging equity for legal and accounting support.

Equity 436

Equity Small Business Administration SBA Syndicate 436

genylabs.typepad.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Emergent Research works with corporate, government and non-profit clients. Working for Equity Instead of Cash. has an article on service firms waiving their fees and instead taking equity in their clients. At the same time I had equity in a company that was in horrible shape with no hope of survival. Disclosure Policy.

Equity 40

Equity Technical Review San Jose Stock 40

Board Effect

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

If you’re looking for an established, easy process for corporate governance , you’re likely to spend hours of futile time looking for it and be disappointed altogether. That doesn’t mean that it’s not worthwhile to understand what good corporate governance is or to work toward achieving it. Defining Corporate Governance.

Government 83

Government Leadership Framework Operations 83