VC Cafe

JANUARY 27, 2021

billion dollar valuation and has raised 170 million dollars in total merely eight months after its launch — making the British company arguably the fastest-growing startup in Europe. -Next47 and American Insight Partners VC, demonstrates growing trust in its current and future business model.

Vertical 148

Vertical Video Technical Review Europe 148

Cracking the Code

JANUARY 16, 2012

Some countries in Europe may have lost their AAA ratings, but they have not lost their appetite to innovate and create new online services. It is interesting to note that this model has been invented in Europe (Blablacar started in 2006) and while there have been some similar and more recent initiatives in the US (e.g., at 12:17 PM.

Software Review 95

Software Review Europe Technical Review Spain 95

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 18, 2019

The valuations were too high! They are no longer remarkable in Santa Monica or Venice or in many cities in America, Europe or South America. (luddite is literally the term for the people in England who put wrenches in the machinery in the industrial revolution and broke things to prevent progress). We are now in Act IV.

South America 250

South America Global New York City Software Review 250

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 6, 2016

Of course as a non-Korean I can only generalize but when it was my turn I told her my experience of living in Europe and Japan where failure seemed less tolerated than my experience of living in California and working in the tech sector.

South Korea 261

South Korea Silicon Valley Los Angeles Japan 261

Cracking the Code

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Wednesday, February 23, 2011. My Investments. anecdotes. (13).

Software Review 101

Software Review Technical Review Valuation Europe 101

Steve Blank

MARCH 17, 2020

and Europe into a long recession? They triage their deals – first worrying about liquidity of their late stage deals which have the highest valuations. In every major downturn inflated valuations disappear and the few VC’s still writing new checks find it’s a buyer’s market. is in order. ” exercise.

Burn Rate 436

Burn Rate Startup Valuation Sales Cycle 436

Gust

JULY 12, 2012

On Wednesday, April 18th, I gave a keynote speech on US Startup Valuation Trends for the 1st Irish Angel Meetup. On May 2nd and 3rd, I led workshops for about thirty Estonian investors on syndication, due diligence, valuation and the post-investment relationship with entrepreneurs. We also discovered that Estonians love to sing.

Community 121

Community Estonia Ireland Finland 121

VC Cafe

JULY 4, 2012

Below is a table of the equity Crowdfunding platforms operating in Europe: Location. uses auction to decide on valuation. The motivation for equity crowdfunding as an investment is intrinsic, driven by a combination of social and financial return. . Capital raised so far through the platform. How investment is facilited.

Equity 160

Equity Europe Due Diligence Startup 160

The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Prior to working with Citius, he helped global businesses generate up to $200M in annual recurring revenue and realise valuations of $1Bn+. Mitul Ruparelia has 20+ years of experience in delivering world-class scale and field execution strategies. Inside Sales), Channel, Pre-Sales, SDRs, Marketing, Customer Success, and Professional Services.

Founder 126

Founder B2B Private Equity India 126

Cracking the Code

NOVEMBER 7, 2010

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 59

Software Review Technical Review Europe Cloud 59

techcrunch.com

APRIL 26, 2013

No wonder the platform is rumored to be raising a round at a $150 million valuation or more. European M-Payments Startup SumUp Partners With Revel Systems, An iPad POS Provider, For Its Push Into Europe. Enterprise. Smartphones. Digital Cameras. Headphones. CrunchBase. Hot topics. Disrupt NY. After Raising $6.7M More in Gadgets.

SEC 61

SEC Accredited Investor San Diego New York City 61

Cracking the Code

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 54

Software Review Technical Review Europe Venture Capital 54

Transformify

JULY 25, 2016

There may be immediate political implications in continental Europe. “We now face a period of uncertainty as the exact terms of Britain’s exit from Europe are negotiated,” said Neil Woodford of Woodford Investment Management. We are much more focused on core Europe than on the UK.”

United Kingdom 61

United Kingdom Europe Portfolio Forecast 61

The Next Web

MARCH 29, 2014

I was not surprised to see quite a few such reactions to my recent blog post analyzing investment sizes and valuations in Europe. Why would I ever fundraise anywhere outside of Silicon Valley?” Looking at the numbers, the decision to fundraise in Silicon Valley for European startups seems pretty logical… at first glance.

Silicon Valley 162

Silicon Valley Europe Valuation Startup 162

Cracking the Code

JANUARY 14, 2010

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Europe Venture Capital 48

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 13, 2012

I always advise software startups to file patents to protect their “secret sauce” from competitors, and to increase their valuation. In Europe, software is already deemed not patentable, and other parts of the world are somewhere in between. They don’t insist on something very narrow, with proper technical content. Marty Zwilling.

Software 233

Software Intellectual Property Algorithm Startup 233

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 7, 2014

My trip was scheduled around the annual Web Summit and the f.ounders conference, both of which have become the hottest must-attend event in Europe and rivaling any great conference in the US. Getting names of marquee speakers would obviously draw a good crowd from across Europe. It will not. Paddy never stopped.

Ireland 392

Ireland Global Las Vegas Switzerland 392

Cracking the Code

OCTOBER 8, 2009

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Cloud Technical Review Venture Capital 48

Cracking the Code

JANUARY 7, 2009

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Europe Venture Capital 48

Cracking the Code

JULY 10, 2009

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 63

Software Review Technical Review RSS Europe 63

Cracking the Code

OCTOBER 27, 2008

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Europe Venture Capital 48

Cracking the Code

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Cloud Europe 48

Cracking the Code

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review IPO Cloud 48

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 7, 2011

I always advise software startups to file patents to protect their “secret sauce” from competitors, and to increase their valuation. In Europe, software is already deemed not patentable, and other parts of the world are somewhere in between. They don’t insist on something very narrow, with proper technical content. Marty Zwilling.

Software 228

Software Intellectual Property Algorithm Valuation 228

View from Seed

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Uber is an $85B+ market cap company today but is essentially flat to its IPO price and late private round valuations. Fun Tidbit 1: Europe and North America are of similar importance in terms of revenue (40% EMEA / 41% N. America in 2019) though in terms of nights booked Europe was 43% and N.

North America 401

North America IPO Prospectus Europe 401

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 2, 2015

Many textiles and materials used by the fashion industry contain plastics or chemicals, which are subject to ban or restrictions, such as textiles containing formaldehyde in Europe. Be sure valuations are accurate and goods are clearly labelled in detail. Secure necessary certification where required.

Costa Rica 100

Costa Rica Customer Malaysia Mexico 100

Jason Ball

SEPTEMBER 28, 2010

It will probably take longer than anything else as well- *especially* if you live in Europe. Don’t sweat the valuation too much. If this is your first start up, you’re not going to get a great multi-million dollar pre-money valuation, nor a lot of cash up front.

Pre-Money Valuation 34

Pre-Money Valuation Valuation Dilution Venture Capital 34

Cracking the Code

MARCH 12, 2010

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 63

Software Review Technical Review Cloud Forecast 63

Cracking the Code

OCTOBER 9, 2009

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Cloud Europe 48

Cracking the Code

FEBRUARY 27, 2009

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Partner United States Venture Capital 48

Cracking the Code

NOVEMBER 13, 2008

The fact that SaaS valuations are being more affected by the downturn than the Nasdaq can be surprising given the supposed resiliency of the SaaS model (recurring revenues) but it translates the public investors belief that SMB software spend is going to be hit very hard by this recession. SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Valuation Portfolio 48

The Equity Kicker

JULY 6, 2015

The Startup Europe Partnership (SEP) just published their SEP Monitor: From Unicorns to Reality. Focusing on amounts raised is an improvement to focusing on valuations but is still a far from perfect measure of startup activity/progress, largely because some great companies raise little or no money.

Germany 60

Germany France Europe IPO 60

Babbling VC

JUNE 27, 2013

He''s a rockstar and if anyone should get this size round in Europe, it''s probably him. It all started first in the US and then eventually made it''s way over to Europe. At the same time we are in a valuation bubble and where this goes, no one really knows. or "Did we raise for far too low a valuation?"

Europe 80

Europe Valuation IPO Finance 80

Cracking the Code

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Cloud Technical Review Sales Cycle 48

Cracking the Code

JUNE 23, 2008

Detailed SaaS Spreadsheet (Valuation and CAC benchmark). SaaS 13 Index Valuation. Europe Consumer. (1). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Note: high CAC ratio means high productiviy (see blog post for definition). My Investments. CornerstoneOnDemand. anecdotes. (13). Cloud Computing. (1). Favorite Podcasts. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Viral Europe 48

The Equity Kicker

JUNE 16, 2015

Companies in Europe worth over $1bn. It paints a pretty picture, for the UK and for Europe. In the last twelve months there were 8 new unicorns in the UK and 13 in Europe. The above chart is lifted from a recent GP Bullhound report European Unicorns: Do They Have Legs? The real skill is putting yourself in a place to get lucky.

Europe 60

Europe eCommerce Valuation Partner 60

Agile VC

OCTOBER 1, 2013

The macroeconomy has been stuck in a tepid recovery in the US, a period of decelerating growth in emerging markets, and a double dip recession in much of Europe. And as I’ve mentioned valuations in the private investment sphere have largely rationalized in the last 12-18 months.

IPO 147

IPO Cloud Valuation Mobile 147