Up and Running

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

If you’re raising money for your company and you want to pitch to angel investors or venture capitalists , then there are a few important things to know that savvy investors care about. I was expecting to be asked about my team, market segments, financial projections, go-to market strategy, exit strategy, etc.

Software Review 147

Software Review Technical Review Due Diligence Exit Strategy 147

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 13, 2012

Rest assured that potential investors will ask for names, and place some calls. Financial forecast and metrics. Exit strategy. This section is only required when you expect outside investors. For a family business, don’t project an exit. Show how your rate of return would be attractive to investors.

Business Plan 283

Business Plan Sweat Equity Exit Strategy Intellectual Property 283

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 13, 2011

Rest assured that potential investors will ask for names, and place some calls. Financial forecast and metrics. Exit strategy. This section is only required when you expect outside investors. For a family business, don’t project an exit. Show how your rate of return would be attractive to investors.

Business Plan 290

Business Plan Sweat Equity Exit Strategy Intellectual Property 290

Gust

AUGUST 5, 2012

Rest assured that potential investors will ask for names, and place some calls. Financial forecast and metrics. Exit strategy. This section is only required when you expect outside investors. For a family business, don’t project an exit. Show how your rate of return would be attractive to investors.

Business Plan 182

Business Plan Sweat Equity Exit Strategy Intellectual Property 182

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 22, 2010

Rest assured that potential investors will ask for names, and place some calls. Financial forecast and metrics. Exit strategy. This section is only required when you expect outside investors. For a family business, don’t project an exit. IPO as an exit strategy is not recommended these days.

Business Plan 186

Business Plan Exit Strategy Sweat Equity Intellectual Property 186

Up and Running

JANUARY 8, 2019

A good business plan example will have all the elements your bank or angel investor (or venture capitalist) will expect to see when you ask them for funds. So, for example, if you aren’t writing a plan for outsiders, then you probably don’t need descriptions of the product, team, or exit strategy. Form follows function.

Business Plan 118

Business Plan Lean Oregon Matching 118

Up and Running

MAY 22, 2018

Your MVP’s success will be a key component of your investor pitch deck. Angel investors and VC funders are truly investing in your good idea, but your passion and commitment are important too. When you tell investors about your target market, use a customer persona (if not a real, anecdotal) to illustrate the details.

Exit Strategy 90

Exit Strategy Angel Investor Search Elevator Pitch 90