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Launching a Portfolio Acceleration Platform at a Venture Capital or Private Equity Fund

David Teten

I’ve recently advised a number of emerging private equity and VC funds who are wrestling with the question: What are the highest impact steps they can take to support their portfolio companies? . Almost every private equity and venture capital investor now advertises that they have a platform to support their portfolio companies.

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Are You Ready for Equity Based Crowdfunding?

Up and Running

Then, the unveiling of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s proposed equity crowdfunding rules reveals a panacea for growing your business’s coffers. Donation and equity crowdfunding both appeal to the public’s desire to participate collectively in fulfilling others’ entrepreneurial visions. The investors. Set a Fundraising Goal.

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Leaving Government for the Private Sector – Part 2

Steve Blank

Advisory Board members are often paid in a balance of equity (stock options) and cash (“cash” is the industry term for money wired to your bank account). If they won’t discuss any aspects of runway or value of the equity package they’re offering, look elsewhere. A Board of Directors has a formal and legal role. Look before you leap.

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How to Wisely Utilize Debt for Business Expansion

The Startup Magazine

You may need funding for new equipment, hiring additional staff, expanding facilities, or investing in marketing and advertising campaigns. Key metrics to track may include revenue growth, profit margins, cash flow, debt-to-equity ratio, and return on investment. Effective marketing and sales initiatives are essential to succeed.

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Free Startup Docs: How Much Equity Should Advisors Get?

techcrunch.com

Free Startup Docs: How Much Equity Should Advisors Get? Entrepreneurs want to compensate their mentors and advisors for the time they dedicate to helping their businesses grow, but they have no idea how much equity to offer. In particular, Ressi said, the team is interested in reactions to the above equity matrix. Headphones.

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Leaving Government for the Private Sector – Part 1

Steve Blank

At the Agency , 85% of my time was spent navigating bureaucracy and equities, arguing for resources and permission for operations, and dealing with the bottom rung of employees, all while making decisions with little data or data overload. Due to length, I’ve broken it up into a three-part series. It wasn’t a big jump.

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What is Sweat Equity Worth?

www.entrepreneur.com

Answers Ask Entrepreneur Home Business Operations Business Opportunities Sales & Marketing Advertising & PR Finance & Accounting Franchises Home Business Human Resources Internet/E-Commerce Legal Issues Starting Up Technology Most Recent Answers How Can I Streamline My E-Commerce Operation? What is Sweat Equity Worth? July 31, 2007 |.