Gust

DECEMBER 21, 2013

For venture capital, this is typically ten times the invested capital, and those returns can only be achieved through equity appreciation, not debt service. And if you are still at the startup stage, how do already have global operations in a dozen countries? That would typically be done before you start the company.

Private Equity 139

Private Equity Venture Capital Equity Finance 139

Gust

FEBRUARY 22, 2014

As I’ve discussed elsewhere, Gust’s long-term goal is to serve as the infrastructure platform for the entire global, early stage finance industry. However, there is actually much more to Gust than is apparent on the surface, or even from the viewpoint of a current user (either entrepreneur or investor).

Belarus 107

Belarus Kazakhstan Portugal Accredited Investor 107

Gust

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

Venture Capitalists. The big one for VCs is the annual meeting of the National Venture Capital Association. Usually two or three days, the speakers are mostly major venture partners talking about issues facing the industry, such as regulatory, fundraising, returns, etc. NVCA Annual Meeting.

Angel Investor 125

Angel Investor Global Angel Groups Europe 125

Gust

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

Today’s unveiling of Gust , the global infrastructure for early stage entrepreneurial financing, is a milestone that has been seven years in the making. Instead it came down to the simple question of “how can you get angel investors and venture capital funds to join and use the platform?”

Angel Investor 79

Angel Investor Silicon Valley Venture Capital Finance 79