Genuine VC

JULY 19, 2010

Of course CapEx has been transformed into OpEx via changes in the tech infrastructure layer (open source, virtualization & cloud computing, offshoring, etc.). All of these above changes aren’t just due to market inefficiencies (like the supply side), but are truly marked changed that are intensifying. That’s no secret.

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Seed Stage Technical Review Dilution Offshore 175

mashable.com

OCTOBER 16, 2010

Contact Us Submit News Contact Us Write for Us Spark of Genius Series Mashable | The Social Media Guide Business Mashable on Facebook Join Us! a part of an exciting team, building web applications such as social networking, ecommerce, games, sports, contact management, CMS and more.Re. Companies like GrowPublic, Inc.

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Angel Investor Venture Capital Social Media Technical Review 83

mashable.com

OCTOBER 16, 2010

Contact Us Submit News Contact Us Write for Us Spark of Genius Series Mashable | The Social Media Guide Business Mashable on Facebook Join Us! View more jobs » Len Williams Angels, super-angels, venture capitalists and micro-VCs - they all have their advantages and disadvantages. Companies like GrowPublic, Inc.

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Angel Investor Venture Capital Social Media Technical Review 84

ReadWriteStart

MARCH 1, 2011

Since the angel network was created, transparent angel investing has exploded and entrepreneurs from any background can get funded. Reilly Tech Ventures, was so concerned about the network that he deleted his AngelList account. social proof? To my surprise, VC? Bryce Roberts , a partner at O?Reilly

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Technical Review Due Diligence Cofounder Startup 123

David Teten

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Private equity and venture capital investors are copying our sisters in the hedge fund world: we’re trying to automate more of our job. . When I met my now-wife, I realized that any technology that can find me a spouse is a killer app. 1) Manage the firm . Before you can actually invest, you have to manage your fund.

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Technical Review Software Review Analytics Private Equity 78

Duct Tape Marketing

APRIL 6, 2022

More About Duct Tape Marketing Consultant Network: Learn more here. Click on over and give us a review on iTunes, please! John Jantsch (00:00): This episode of the duct tape marketing podcast is brought to you by the salesman podcast, hosted by Will Barron and brought to you by the HubSpot podcast network. Like this show?

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San Francisco Technical Review Incubator Silicon Valley 95

Austin Startup

MARCH 3, 2018

Salon C Register: SXSW badge required The Texas Startup Manifesto SXSW Report on Trust: Gov’t, Tech & Media with WP Engine CEO Heather Brunner Join the legendary Dan Rather, Heather Brunner (WP Engine), Jess Clifton (Edelman Digital), moderator Richard Edelman and host Hugh Forrest (SXSW). Time: 2:00PM?—?3:00PM 3:00PM Location: Hilton?—?Salon

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Technical Review Silicon Valley Texas Austin 58

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 29, 2010

People buy companies for 3 primary reasons: 1) they want the management team / talent 2) they want the technology or 3) they want the market traction (revenue, customer base, profits, etc). We told the horror story of the company that originally owned the URL groupon.com and lost it due to not having a trademark.

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Venture Capital Term Sheet Valuation Stock Options 282

www.readwriteweb.com

MARCH 7, 2011

Since the angel network was created, transparent angel investing has exploded and entrepreneurs from any background can get funded. Reilly Tech Ventures, was so concerned about the network that he deleted his AngelList account. social proof? To my surprise, VC? Bryce Roberts , a partner at O?Reilly

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Technical Review Due Diligence Startup Angel Investor 50

Professor VC

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Dan Frommer, in Moneyball for tech startups , interviewed Fred Wilson, Chris Dixon, Paul Graham and Ben Horowitz on the topic. And given that four of the most important tech investors in the world seem skeptical of it, if someone can figure out a good formula that works, they may be able to exploit it". 2 comments: Kevin Dick.

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Technical Review Early Stage San Jose Angel Investor 38

ReadWriteStart

JUNE 3, 2013

It may be the one site that best represents all players in the tech startup universe – from glamorous poster-child to hopeless wanna-be. Just as important, taken as a whole, the list represents a powerful cross-section of today’s best technology startups. Treehouse – A better way to learn technology. Food Startups.

Software Review 60

Software Review San Francisco Startup Technical Review 60

Ben's Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Every day I hear from entrepreneurs, angel investors and venture capitalists about an exciting new movement called “the consumerization of the enterprise.” 20 years ago, the technology adoption curve generally conformed to the following order: Government —specifically Defense and Intelligence organizations.

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Customer Technical Review Silicon Valley Internet 72

Professor VC

SEPTEMBER 16, 2010

DEMO has always been one of my favorite tech conferences. The conference has launched a number of great companies including Tivo, WebEx and Palm, and historically draws top press and investor attendees. Bump.com is a social network based on license plate numbers as the identifier. How Much Diligence is Due.

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Technical Review San Jose Angel Investor Silicon Valley 38

SoCal CTO

DECEMBER 1, 2010

I continue to collect great content that is the intersection of startups, products, online and technology. aka: An Open Letter to the Next Big Social Network) - 500 Hats , November 1, 2010 I've held off writing this post for a long time, because I couldn't quite get my head around all the issues. but: Something is Still Missing.

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Technical Review Technology Product CTO Hire 175

Professor VC

APRIL 7, 2011

I thought about doing this in a top 10 format, but will limit to my top 3 reasons: Misalignment of incentives - As an angel investor I want to do everything I can to help the entrepreneur succeed. Ive seen a number of entrepreneurs, angels and VCs fall into the trap of providing debt in small pieces. How Much Diligence is Due.

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San Jose Technical Review Angel Investor Valuation 36

www.drowningamerican.com

JUNE 22, 2012

Neither Pablo or I have a technical background and therefore needed someone to build our product. We both tapped into our respective networks, asking (almost pleading with) people to join our team and vision. Who We Are: We’re two individuals with a strong background in strategic consulting and management.

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Sweat Equity Equity Hiring Technical Review 40

The Next Web

JANUARY 24, 2014

Slowly but surely, however, we have a quietly emerging ‘ecosystem’ (as it is often called in tech lingo). So is the Dutch tech startup story sold short? But hedonistic pleasures aside, The Netherlands actually has a great foundation for tech entrepreneurship. Not in my view. A top-notch infrastructure. Serious talent.

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Netherlands Technical Review Stock Silicon Valley 143

Professor VC

JANUARY 27, 2008

During the next four months, we will examine over a dozen entrepreneurial ventures from a diverse mix of industries - technology, service, food & beverage, and fashion. After a successful career in a technology leader (Intel, Microsoft, Cisco, etc.) As an angel investor and start-up CFO, I should have a good vantage point.

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San Jose Technical Review Angel Investor Venture Capital 28

Professor VC

JUNE 6, 2008

It seems appropriate to have this discussion as Kent Desormeaux grabs Big Browns reins and goes after the Triple Crown tomorrow at Belmont.There is an age old debate in the venture business on whether it is better to bet on the horse (business/market) or the jockey (management team/founders). How Much Diligence is Due.

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San Jose Technical Review Norway Angel Investor 28

Professor VC

DECEMBER 18, 2008

This team had a working prototype of the first solar powered wetsuit using nano-solar technology. While many people would have a hard time doing without a garbage disposal some municipalities have banned the use due to the impact to the water treatment systems. How Much Diligence is Due. Steve Bennet. at 9:08 AM.

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San Jose Silicon Valley Technical Review Angel Investor 28

Professor VC

FEBRUARY 26, 2008

He was the first American in 30 years to graduate from the 5-year brewing program at the Technical University of Munich , the highest technical degree in brewing engineering. How Much Diligence is Due. Don't Stop Believin' Is There Any Truth in "The Social Network"? ► February. (1).

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Technical Review San Jose Angel Investor Silicon Valley 28

Professor VC

FEBRUARY 12, 2008

I have noticed this same feeling when making a venture capital or angel investment. Of course, rigorous diligence is performed, the team is challenged, and assumptions are tested. How Much Diligence is Due. Don't Stop Believin' Is There Any Truth in "The Social Network"? Post a Comment.

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San Jose Technical Review Venture Capital Angel Investor 31

Professor VC

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

They need to have a place where they can gain an understanding of their different options for financing the venture, how to determine exactly what is needed in the marketplace, how to negotiate, how to read contracts, the role of technology, how to write a business plan, understand what your ratios are saying. How Much Diligence is Due.

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San Jose Silicon Valley Las Vegas Venture Capital 43

Professor VC

SEPTEMBER 16, 2008

A: Technology companies and Drug dealers While the fall semester is in full swing, summer doesnt officially end for another few days. How Much Diligence is Due. Don't Stop Believin' Is There Any Truth in "The Social Network"? What does it take to be an Angel Investor? ► 2010.

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San Jose Technical Review Angel Investor Silicon Valley 28

rapidrollout.wordpress.com

OCTOBER 23, 2010

Web Startup Lessons Advice from a CTO and Entrepreneur Home About Finding a Technical Partner for Your Startup Today I received an inquiry from a student at an Ivy League university who wants to launch a web startup. One partner takes on a business role and the other takes responsibility for technology. I have a related dilemma.

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Technical Review Fractional CTO Partner CTO Hire 40

Professor VC

OCTOBER 11, 2010

Is There Any Truth in "The Social Network"? Got around to seeing The Social Network this past weekend. While the flick has gotten rave critical reviews (93% on Flixster), the question of what percentage of the movie is true has also gotten a lot of discussion in the blogosphere. How Much Diligence is Due.

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Social Network Networking Software Review San Jose 28

maplebutter.com

JANUARY 8, 2013

I have the knowledge in tech to implement it. If you’re looking for technical talent – go to the dev meetups. Raising Angel Investment ? I think it’s a huge mistake to outsource technology as a startup. I think quick, do something, then review what I’ve learned. Philosophical] I have the idea. I love startups.

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Technical Review Startup Cofounder Software Review 44

venturebeat.com

JULY 12, 2012

VentureBeat | News About Tech, Money and Innovation. Management. Social media. Social networking. Social games. Whats Hot Menu. Skip to primary content. Skip to secondary content. what’s hot? Ouya Console. MobileBeat. Singularity University. Primary Menu. Skip to primary content. Skip to secondary content.

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Detroit Incubator Technical Review Venture Capital 69

www.chubbybrain.com

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

Also worth a read after you review these startup failure post-mortems. A month ago, half way through my angel funds raised from family members, I decided to review the progress I’ve made and figure out what still needs to happen to make this a viable business. We focused too much on technology. Company : Nouncer.

Software Review 79

Software Review Startup Technical Review Vesting 79

mashable.com

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

Contact Us Submit News Contact Us Write for Us Spark of Genius Series Mashable | The Social Media Guide Business Mashable on Facebook Join Us! The Small Business Tips Series is supported by Bantam Live , a web-based collaboration workspace with “Social CRM&# for small business teams. For more information visit BantamLive.com.

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Angel Investor Startup San Francisco Social Media 80

Scalable Startup

FEBRUARY 1, 2013

These are good things to think about and companies to study as we move back from consumer to Enterprise in the tech cycle. And so we think that the model flipped to a model where, today, where the most interesting and advanced new technology now comes out for the consumer first. Security, Cloud, NoSQL databases, etc.

Software Review 22

Software Review Startup Venture Capital Stock 22

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 2, 2013

If it’s not written down, you can’t measure it, and thus you can’t manage it. The hot term these days is “viral marketing”, meaning we won’t do any marketing, but our product is so great that everyone will know about us anyway by word of mouth and through Internet social networks. If we build it, they will come.”

Sweat Equity 277

Sweat Equity Intellectual Property Entrepreneur Viral 277

blog.expensify.com

APRIL 24, 2012

They write everything from assembly to jQuery, on PCs to mobile phones, doing hard core computer graphics to high level social networking. Guess which technology we have the least trouble with. You have a CEO that clearly hasn’t taken the time to understand a technology platform. They’ve tried everything.

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Java PHP Software Review Coder 107

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

If it’s not written down, you can’t measure it, and thus you can’t manage it. Another variation on this theme is the person who creates a “solution” from technology, and then makes up a “problem” that it will solve. VCs and angel investors hear this one all the time. It’s the market, stupid.” We have no competitors.”

Sweat Equity 238

Sweat Equity Intellectual Property Startup Viral 238

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 24, 2011

If it’s not written down, you can’t measure it, and thus you can’t manage it. The hot term these days is “viral marketing”, meaning we won’t do any marketing, but our product is so great that everyone will know about us anyway by word of mouth and through Internet social networks. If we build it, they will come.”

Sweat Equity 246

Sweat Equity Intellectual Property Viral Social Network 246

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 24, 2010

If it’s not written down, you can’t measure it, and thus you can’t manage it. Another variation on this theme is the person who creates a “solution” from technology, and then makes up a “problem” that it will solve. VCs and angel investors hear this one all the time. It’s the market, stupid.” We have no competitors.”

Sweat Equity 130

Sweat Equity Intellectual Property Startup Viral 130

SoCal CTO

AUGUST 3, 2010

This continues my series of posts: Top 30 Startup Posts in June 2010 Top 29 Startup Posts May 2010 Startup CTO Top 30 Posts for April 16 Great Startup Posts from March The following are the top items based on social signals. That’s @MeganBerry to you, blogger and social media expert, marketing manager of Klout.com. Silly, right?

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Software Review Startup Venture Capital Technical Review 217