Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 11, 2017

If your startup is looking for an angel investor, it makes sense to present your plan to flocks of angels, and assume that at least one will swoop down and scoop you up. Angel investors are people too. Investors expect you to understand their motivation, respect their time, and show your integrity in all actions.

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Ben's Blog

MAY 24, 2021

The combination of these two factors would create stronger after-market performance as the marginal buyers increase their ownership (and as the momentum investors chase the price performance); thus, a higher IPO pop. Amend the Accredited Investor definition to expand its ranks.

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Up and Running

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Startups have to deal with starting costs and ongoing businesses have to finance growth and working capital. Are you a startup or ongoing business? For example, many ongoing businesses have access to standard business loans from a traditional bank that would not be available to startups. Myth #3: Business plans sell investors.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 20, 2013

If your startup is looking for an Angel investor, it makes sense to present your plan to flocks of Angels, and assume that at least one will swoop down and scoop you up. Angel investors are people too. Investors expect you to understand their motivation, respect their time, and show your integrity in all actions.

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Berkonomics

AUGUST 3, 2023

Some businesses require very little capital and the founder can self-finance the enterprise and retain 100% of its ownership and control from ignition through liquidity event (startup through sale). And even with the significant cost of credit card debt, many entrepreneurs aggressively use existing cards to finance a startup.

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Business Plan Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2013

What is an angel investor? It is a high net-worth individual who invests his or her own money directly into promising startup businesses in return for mostly equity share of the company. Angels are often former or current entrepreneurs themselves, as well as business professionals and corporate leaders. Startup Funding'

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 12, 2013

If your startup is looking for an Angel investor, does it makes sense to present your plan to flocks of Angels, and assume that at least one will swoop down and scoop you up? Here are five key things you need to know to quickly find the right Angel for your startup: Angels invest in people, more often than they invest in ideas.

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Business Plan Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2013

What is an angel investor? It is a high net-worth individual who invests his or her own money directly into promising startup businesses in return for mostly equity share of the company. Angels are often former or current entrepreneurs themselves, as well as business professionals and corporate leaders. What is an angel group?

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 22, 2019

Most entrepreneurs are aware that securing investments in their companies could be essential to the short-term growth and long-term success of their venture. It can often be confusing to know which investment type might work best for an entrepreneur and business. The question of venture capitalist versus angel investor often arises.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 25, 2016

If you expect an equity investment from reputable investors for your new startup, you need to know the boundaries that often limit their interest. In the jargon of investors, certain businesses may be viable but not fundable. Outside investors bet more on the team than the solution.

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Berkonomics

MAY 22, 2014

The sale of equity in private companies is regulated by the Securities Act of 1933, which requires that the company either register with the SEC or meet one of several exemptions (Regulation D). I have yet to read a PPM written for a startup company that meets the parameters we angels generally establish for funding new ventures.

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Scott Edward Walker

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

House of Representatives passed a crowdfunding bill that will allow startups to offer and sell securities via crowdfunding sites and social networking sites. May Startups Raise Funds via Crowdfunding? Are There Any Downsides to Crowdfunding for Startups? Last week, the U.S. What is Crowdfunding?

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Hearpreneur

AUGUST 2, 2016

Business owners and entrepreneurs are flocking to a variety of platforms to help give their businesses a needed financial injection from the public. Crowdfunding can range from game developers raising money for an entire game to entrepreneurs finding enough backing to create their next exciting product.

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Scott Edward Walker

JUNE 23, 2011

Introduction I love working with startups – and trying to protect founders and watch their backs. As I discussed in my recent post “ How To Hire a Superstar Engineer for Your Startup ,” startups may not give employees “sweat equity” in lieu of any ongoing cash payment/salary; nor may startups defer wages and other compensation.

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Berkonomics

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

entrepreneur” and by Forbes as “New York’s Archangel”, David is a former Inc. 500 CEO, serial entrepreneur and the founder of New York Angels. accredited investors in 1,000 angel groups and venture capital funds to. collaborate with over 250,000 entrepreneurs in 95 countries. Steve Jobs or Steve Wozniak?

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Up and Running

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

But still, we need a reality check: Startups on Kickstarter don’t sell shares to investors. Entrepreneurs on Kickstarter sell stuff they’re going to deliver later. That’s great, because it’s the best kind of financing, sales, not equity. But they don’t sell shares to investors.

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Berkonomics

JUNE 8, 2017

Some businesses require very little capital and the founder can self-finance the enterprise and retain 100% of its ownership and control from ignition through liquidity event (startup through sale). composed of these investors and management. For you who fit that description, nice work. months from introduction to investment.

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Scott Edward Walker

JANUARY 13, 2012

House of Representatives overwhelming passed the Entrepreneur Access to Capital Act , a crowdfunding bill which permits startups to offer and sell securities via crowdfunding sites like Kickstarter or social networking sites like Facebook. In early November, the U.S.

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Startup Company Lawyer

MAY 26, 2012

President Obama signed the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (known as the JOBS Act) into law on April 5, 2012. ” Title III enables “crowdfunding,” or the ability to sell securities in small amounts to a large number of investors. Crowdfunding: Its Practical Effect May Be Unclear Until SEC Rulemaking is Complete.

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Business Plan Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2013

Are you a first time entrepreneur and looking for angel funding for your startup? It can be tricky figuring out where to find the best investors. As always, keep these key principles in mind while looking for, and after you find an angel investor. Do not go into a meeting with a sales-like pitch.

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Scott Edward Walker

MARCH 1, 2012

House of Representatives voted 407-17 to pass the “Entrepreneur Access to Capital Act,” a crowdfunding bill which permits startups to offer and sell securities via crowdfunding sites like Kickstarter or social networking sites like Facebook. May Startups Raise Funds via Crowdfunding? What is Crowdfunding? Economy?

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Berkonomics

JANUARY 20, 2010

Some businesses require very little capital and the founder is able to self-finance the enterprise and retain 100% of its ownership and control from ignition through liquidity event (startup through sale). And even with the significant cost of credit card debt, many entrepreneurs aggressively use existing cards to finance a startup.

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Gust

OCTOBER 20, 2011

Individual accredited investors in typical angel deals put personal capital at risk for an equity share of growth-oriented, start-up companies. These angel investors generally invest $25,000 to $100,000 in a round totaling $250,000 to $1,000,000. Marketing/Sales Channels/Partnerships 0-10%.

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