thebarefootvc

DECEMBER 16, 2011

This was the year that the promise of technology to truly change the world and empower individuals (the reason I entered the tech world in 1994) reached global scale. eCommerce/Social Commerce: New models continue to evolve as ecommerce rebounded this past year. The era of the patriarch is nearing an end.

Technical Review 110

Technical Review India Mobile Hockey Stick 110

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 19, 2010

It’s always fun debating companies with Dana because she’s always so knowledgeable on deals – particularly those in the digital media, ad-tech and eCommerce spaces. Current round: $35mm in Series C (extension of Series B at higher valuation) from General Atlantic, Matrix Partners. Greycroft is an early-stage VC.

Partner 240

Partner New York City Cofounder Syndicate 240

Up and Running

JUNE 14, 2017

It’s possible to simulate user experience through existing, lower-tech resources. As part of my initial customer outreach and research phases, I personally (not over a phone call, social media, or a landing page) met with over 600 potential partners (recycling centers and local businesses).

Technical Review 96

Technical Review Distribution Redemption Demand 96

mashable.com

OCTOBER 16, 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! The competition for funding startups is increasing the valuations of startups, giving entrepreneurs and founders better investment terms. Angel rounds also tend to close quicker.

Angel Investor 83

Angel Investor Venture Capital Social Media Technical Review 83

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 20, 2019

There is additional encouraging news for aspiring entrepreneurs on many fronts, just in case you are thinking about joining the existing ranks: Valuations of successful startups have hit an all-time high. I can remember when creating a web site for eCommerce could easily require a million dollar investment.

North America 320

North America Incubator Initial Public Offering Exit Strategy 320

Hearpreneur

AUGUST 5, 2020

The decision on which industry one should venture in is often determined by factors such as advancement in technology and availability of capital. There is no doubt that technology has impacted it in a large way in current times, and this pandemic as only accelerated it’s progress. Is your industry ready for a change?

Technical Review 156

Technical Review Software Review Entrepreneur China 156

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 21, 2018

There is additional encouraging news for aspiring entrepreneurs on many fronts, just in case you are thinking about joining the existing ranks: Valuations of successful startups have hit an all-time high. I can remember when creating a web site for eCommerce could easily require a million dollar investment.

Entrepreneur 166

Entrepreneur Valuation Incubator Initial Public Offering 166

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 26, 2013

There is additional encouraging news for aspiring entrepreneurs on many fronts, just in case you are thinking about joining the existing ranks: Valuations of successful startups have hit an all-time high. I can remember when creating a web site for eCommerce could easily require a million dollar investment. It’s not too late to start.

IPO 273

IPO Entrepreneur Social Media Startup 273

ConversionXL

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

According to BusinessDictionary.com , perceived value pricing is: “The valuation of good or service according to how much consumers are willing to pay for it, rather than upon its production and delivery costs. This could be through customer testimonials, a famous spokesperson or social media feedback. The tannins? The oak barrel?

Security 48

Security Cost Advertising Product 48

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 19, 2015

There is additional encouraging news for aspiring entrepreneurs on many fronts, just in case you are thinking about joining the existing ranks: Valuations of successful startups have hit an all-time high. I can remember when creating a web site for eCommerce could easily require a million dollar investment.

IPO 120

IPO Angel Investor Startup Incubator 120

Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 5, 2010

billion in annual subscription revenues not including advertising or eCommerce). MySpace would liked to have owned YouTube but didn’t have the public stock valuation to purchase them at the price that Google did. No prizes for guessing … there’s ALWAYS a second act in technology. Google acquired YouTube for $1.65

Social Network 318

Social Network Networking Internet Technical Review 318

www.pakman.com

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Chronicling the undoing of traditional media. To build the online media giants of tomorrow, companies need models where the costs of both content and distribution are near zero. In the case of social media companies like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Tumblr, the root activity on the site is the sharing of content.

Social Media 47

Social Media Vertical Advertising Distribution 47

Occam's Razor

APRIL 23, 2012

Ecommerce/lead gen type websites are typically incessantly focused on one-night stands. " When someone clicks on the product reviews tab, that is a micro-conversion. This will have huge implications on your paid search strategy, your valuation of clicks you get from Google and Bing. Revenue vs. Economic Value.

Metrics 152

Metrics Analytics Search Channel 152

www.vccafe.com

MARCH 11, 2013

VC Cafe covers early stage Israeli and European tech & mobile startups. Every startup faces multiple choices and decisions when it comes to technology. Media Temple. Girls in Tech. Social Media Tracking/Marketing. Ad Serving Technology. Seed Startups. Updated Business tools for Startups. Domains.Co.

Software Review 53

Software Review Technical Review Startup 53