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Merger and Acquisition Due Diligence Checklist

The Startup Magazine

When it comes to mergers and acquisitions, taking due diligence takes center stage. In particular, those dealing with private companies should carry put extra due diligence because there is limited information about these companies in the public domain. Customers and Sales. Mergers and acquisition matters can be weighty.

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6 Considerations For Going Public Via Reverse Merger

Startup Professionals Musings

Thus I’m getting more questions on new mechanisms, like crowd funding, or going public through the side door as a reverse merger. Reverse mergers may not get your startup on the Nasdaq. The reverse merger process itself doesn’t raise any capital. Yet reverse mergers are not all bad.

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6 Ways To Improve Your Odds Of New Business Success

Startup Professionals Musings

If we build it, they will come” doesn’t work in today’s worldwide information overload. Mergers and acquisitions also require new skills. If you are the hot-shot technical innovator that invented your solution, make sure you have an equally adept business and marketing expert to complement your skills. “If

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Sell Your Startup with a Mergers and Acquisitions Advisor

The Startup Magazine

There are many benefits of selling your startup through a mergers and acquisitions advisor. If all else fails, your advisor may be able to salvage the sale by reengaging other interested parties. Advisors can approach potential buyers in a confidential manner, releasing information only to the most qualified prospects.

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6 Hurdles For Going Public Through A Reverse Merger

Startup Professionals Musings

Thus I’m getting more questions on new mechanisms, like crowd funding, or going public through the side door as a reverse merger. Reverse mergers may not get your startup on the Nasdaq. The reverse merger process itself doesn’t raise any capital. Yet reverse mergers are not all bad.

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6 Risks For Taking A Side Door Into A Public Exchange

Startup Professionals Musings

Thus I’m getting more questions on new mechanisms, like crowd funding, or going public through the side door as a reverse merger. Reverse mergers may not get your startup on the Nasdaq. The reverse merger process itself doesn’t raise any capital. Yet reverse mergers are not all bad.

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10 Key Business Plan Elements Not In A Product Spec

Startup Professionals Musings

Don’t assume titles will convey this information. Include marketing, sales, and customer rollout plans. Set specific targets on the sales channels and marketing initiatives you need, including the use of social media, brand building, franchising, trade shows, affiliates, and distributors.