Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 14, 2019

With today’s access to the Internet, and Google searches, it really isn’t that hard. AngelList has featured over 3 million businesses for potential investors in a format that is, effectively, a social network for entrepreneurs and angels. USA Angel Investment Network. Here are the largest flocks: Gust (formerly AngelSoft).

Angel Investor 241

Angel Investor North America Accredited Investor Angel Groups 241

Cracking the Code

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 101

Software Review Technical Review Valuation Europe 101

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 13, 2013

You start traveling around Europe, starting working for them overseas. And my specialty was computer networks. By the way, this was still pre-Netscape, pre-Internet. Or did I want to move to Europe? I only went because I wanted to live and work in Europe. DEREK 8:33] So you’re working in Europe.

Cofounder 337

Cofounder Technical Cofounder San Diego Startup 337

Cracking the Code

MAY 25, 2010

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. The golf was followed by cocktail, dinner and poker: a very fun start to prepare the full day of content and networking on May 12th at the Rosewood SandHill. Labels: design , internet , sales and marketing.

Software Review 74

Software Review Cloud IPO Jordan 74

Cracking the Code

NOVEMBER 7, 2010

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 59

Software Review Technical Review Cloud Europe 59

VC Cafe

JUNE 18, 2012

There hasn’t been such a full list of Israeli startups coming to Europe since Barcelona’s World Mobile Congress. The UK is Israel’s second largest export market following the US, but Israeli startups often ‘forget Europe’ when it comes to Internationalizing their product. Brandsforce - Company Website.

Securities and Exchange Commission 133

Securities and Exchange Commission Technical Review Software Review 133

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

With today’s access to the Internet, and Google searches, it really isn’t that hard. Although relatively new, AngelList already has featured over 42,000 businesses and provided over 28,000 introductions to potential investors in a format that''s, effectively, a social network for entrepreneurs and Angels. Keiretsu Forum.

North America 289

North America Rhode Island Accredited Investor Angel Investor 289

Ben's Blog

AUGUST 28, 2012

Today, the end of Communism in Eastern Europe seems so obvious, but in my home country of Romania, until the day Nicolae Ceausescu was shot dead, I thought he would rule forever. In 2012, most everyone takes the Internet for granted and believes its emergence to be a logical, evolutionary step. So what will become of IT?

Romania 77

Romania Software Review Cloud Mobile 77

Cracking the Code

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 54

Software Review Technical Review Europe Venture Capital 54

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 11, 2017

With today’s access to the Internet, and Google searches, it really isn’t that hard. AngelList has featured over 3 million businesses for potential investors in a format that is, effectively, a social network for entrepreneurs and angels. USA Angel Investment Network. Here are the largest flocks: Gust (formerly AngelSoft).

Angel Investor 167

Angel Investor North America Accredited Investor Angel Groups 167

Cracking the Code

APRIL 13, 2007

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. How the use of internet is transforming the software industry. In the past seven years, Internet has changed the business landscape and software has not been an exception to the rule. Europe Consumer. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Internet Software Technical Review 48

Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 15, 2010

I had been working on marketing & strategy initiatives for European telcos for the past several years helping them to think through and design Internet offerings. By then I knew the local team well and they realized that I had done several relevant projects in Europe. It was right up my alley in terms of skill sets and interests.

San Francisco 379

San Francisco Europe Japan Switzerland 379

Cracking the Code

JANUARY 14, 2010

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Europe Venture Capital 48

Cracking the Code

FEBRUARY 27, 2009

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. This supplement to our BVP VII fund will ensure that we can take advantage of future investment opportunities and that the companies within the Bessemer portfolio have continued access to capital." Europe Consumer. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Partner United States Venture Capital 48

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 20, 2013

With today’s access to the Internet, and Google searches, it really isn’t that hard. The format is more social networking in nature, and they also will soon provide a recruiting portal for crowdfunding with unaccredited investors, now that the US JOBS Act has been passed. New England Investment Network. Keiretsu Forum.

Angel Investor 270

Angel Investor North America Rhode Island Accredited Investor 270

Cracking the Code

JULY 10, 2009

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Today, United did not: David stroke back at Goliath using the power of internet technologies. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars.

Software Review 63

Software Review Technical Review RSS Europe 63

Cracking the Code

OCTOBER 8, 2009

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Cloud Technical Review Venture Capital 48

Cracking the Code

OCTOBER 9, 2009

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Just some food for thought as you build your investment portfolio. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Feedburner Network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Cloud Europe 48

Cracking the Code

JANUARY 7, 2009

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Europe Venture Capital 48

Cracking the Code

OCTOBER 27, 2008

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Europe Venture Capital 48

Cracking the Code

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Cloud Europe 48

Cracking the Code

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review IPO Cloud 48

Version One Ventures

OCTOBER 29, 2013

It was much harder for a “remote” company in the Mid West, Europe, or Canada to draw any attention to themselves. The Internet has disrupted traditional geographic barriers for venture capital in the same way and world-class investors are emerging outside of Silicon Valley. Geography is no longer the destiny it used to be.

Silicon Valley 161

Silicon Valley Global Finance New York City 161

Ben's Blog

AUGUST 28, 2012

Today, the end of Communism in Eastern Europe seems so obvious, but in my home country of Romania, until the day Nicolae Ceausescu was shot dead, I thought he would rule forever. In 2012, most everyone takes the Internet for granted and believes its emergence to be a logical, evolutionary step. So what will become of IT?

Romania 44

Romania Software Review Cloud Mobile 44

Cracking the Code

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Platform as a Service (PaaS) is the service and management layer of the cloud platform, and is evolving dynamically to include things such as intelligent provisioning, as well as application and network management.

Software Review 48

Software Review Cloud Technical Review Sales Cycle 48

Cracking the Code

MARCH 12, 2010

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 63

Software Review Technical Review Cloud Forecast 63

Cracking the Code

MARCH 10, 2008

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Venture Capital Cloud 48

Version One Ventures

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Note that my personal interests and theses (each of which ties into Version One’s firmwide network effects thesis ) are constantly evolving – so this is a perpetual rough draft. 1) Open Internet . As a child, the sharing and gift economy ethos of the early Internet resonated deeply with me. Europe (e.g.

Mexico 67

Mexico Europe Global Distribution 67

Cracking the Code

JUNE 23, 2008

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Viral Europe 48

Cracking the Code

JUNE 24, 2021

After rapid international expansion across several continents, as the founding team brought Silicon Valley’s global ambition into Europe, and the extension of its offering to buses and multimodal transportation, BlaBlaCar is preparing for the travel rebound expected as the world reopens. I wanted to bring that level of ambition to Europe.

Global 62

Global Europe France Cofounder 62

Cracking the Code

NOVEMBER 13, 2008

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. A few days ago, Bessemer West Coast SaaS Practice - David Cowan , Byron Deeter and myself, hosted a CFO Dinner for our SaaS portfolio at John Bentleys in Redwood City. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6).

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Valuation Portfolio 48

Cracking the Code

FEBRUARY 4, 2008

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. A few times per year, Bessemer organizes a CxO event for our portfolio companies and we decided to focus our first session of 2008 on Software-as-a-service (SaaS). Whats the right strategy for Europe? at 6:33 PM.

Software Review 48

Software Review South Korea IPO Portfolio 48

K9 Ventures

JULY 21, 2016

That’s 7 out of about 29 investments that K9 has made to date and so that’s almost 1/4 of the K9 portfolio. You would think this is easy in the days of the Internet, but you’ll be surprised that just typing a query into Google doesn’t always yield the results you’re looking for. Yup, a $0.50 RJ-45 cable.

Software Review 48

Software Review Forecast Portfolio Distribution 48

Cracking the Code

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Europe Venture Capital 48

www.vccafe.com

MARCH 11, 2013

Social networking. Create your own social network. free enterprise social network. Likelihood of Confusion -trademark, copyright and Internet Law. That’s why we gathered a collection of 20 online resources for European startups that will help you with business plans, recruiting, publicity and networking.

Software Review 53

Software Review Technical Review Startup 53

www.kernelmag.com

MARCH 8, 2012

People waiting to be someone else’s technical co-founders don’t exist, and they’re certainly not on “founder dating” sites or hanging out at networking events. They tend to have a multitude of side projects, Github portfolios and hacking workshops on the go at once. I’m glad the internet is finally growing up.

Cofounder 43

Cofounder Technical Cofounder Founder Coder 43

Cracking the Code

MARCH 30, 2007

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Europe Consumer. (1). internet. (6). Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. How the use of internet is transform. Feedburner Network. Paperblog network.

Software Review 48

Software Review Global Technical Review Europe 48