Board Effect

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Organizations operating in multiple states may hire a general counsel that has passed the Multistate Bar Examination or has certain state-specific certifications. While the executive leaders are responsible for the organization’s day-to-day operations, the board of directors serves as overseers.

Intellectual Property 98

Intellectual Property Merger Leadership Hiring 98

Up and Running

JULY 2, 2014

We shared all of this with our attorney before she helped us write our Operating Agreement (OA), so we assumed we were in good hands. That is, until one very savvy investor from the interested angel group asked for a copy of our operating agreement. Do they (or does their firm) have experience with intellectual property and patents?

Technical Review 118

Technical Review Angel Investor Due Diligence Dilution 118

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 13, 2012

The good news is that a patent can scare off or at least delay competitors, and as a “rule of thumb” patents can add up to $1M to your startup valuation for investors, or for M&A exits (merger and acquisition). The USPTO operates on the doctrine of “first to invent,” rather than first to patent. Marty Zwilling.

Software 233

Software Intellectual Property Algorithm Startup 233

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 7, 2011

The good news is that a patent can scare off or at least delay competitors, and as a “rule of thumb” every patent can add up to $1M to your startup valuation for investors, or for M&A exits (merger and acquisition). The USPTO operates on the doctrine of “first to invent,” rather than first to patent. Marty Zwilling.

Software 228

Software Intellectual Property Algorithm Valuation 228

www.thedailymuse.com

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Ensuring the business’ intellectual property is protected and owned by the company (especially if it is being developed by independent contractors). If someone doesn’t understand the world in which you are operating, it’s harder for him to adequately represent you.

Hiring 56

Hiring LLC Intellectual Property Private Equity 56

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 13, 2012

Others, like Def Jam, have been transformed through mergers and acquisitions. Some of the entrepreneurs below stayed in school while developing and operating their business, while others dropped out in order to give their venture their full attention. The story of each business is as unique as the products they created.

Intellectual Property 127

Intellectual Property New York City Pennsylvania Cofounder 127

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 29, 2010

The good news is that a patent can scare off, or at least delay competitors, and as a “rule of thumb” every patent can add up to $1M to your startup valuation for investors, or for M&A exits (merger and acquisition). The USPTO operates on the doctrine of “first to invent,” rather than first to patent. Marty Zwilling.

Software 125

Software Intellectual Property Valuation Algorithm 125

YoungUpstarts

MAY 14, 2018

You might consider intellectual property and real estate, too, especially where their true value isn’t represented on the balance sheet. Leveragable Assets : Consider assets that you can leverage or borrow against. Typical ones include inventory, accounts receivable and fixed assets.

Acquisition 124

Acquisition Finance Raleigh Mezzanine 124

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

The best advantage includes intellectual property to provide a barrier to entry or incent acquisition. Investors look for a team with business, financial, marketing, and operational skills, as well as a social passion. Introduces a team with the balanced competencies to deliver.

Intellectual Property 48

Intellectual Property Initial Public Offering Merger Acquisition 48

www.inc.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Office and Operations. Intellectual Property. Even with the turmoil in the capital markets in the second half of 2007, it was another record year for merger and acquisition activity. Naming a Business. How to Incorporate. Financing a Small Business. Buying a Small Business. Franchises. RUNNING A BUSINESS. Success Stories.

Arizona 40

Arizona Equity Iowa Venture Capital 40

The Next Web

OCTOBER 2, 2013

In China, respecting copyright and intellectual property is still something that locals do not really practice. They don’t have a good IP (intellectual property) to defend their technology. Lee says: “If it’s a very simple app, the chance of an app being copied (in China) is higher.”

China 122

China Developer Intellectual Property Mobile 122

The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Expanding your marketing, administration, and operations can present some serious challenges, however, if you prepare well in advance, then you will have no problem navigating the competitive business climate. 3 Mergers, Partnerships and Acquisitions. However, don’t pause for too long admiring your success. Update Your Plan.

LBO 65

LBO Merger Social Media Startup 65