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For Many New Ventures, Location Is The Key To Success

Startup Professionals Musings

For example, if you are working on a great social networking idea to replace Facebook, and need funding, you probably won’t find any interested and focused VCs or angel investors in Arizona, where I live. On the other hand, if you are into solar technologies, there is probably an advantage to being in Arizona or a similar location.

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When Planning A Startup, A Top Priority Is Location

Startup Professionals Musings

For example, if you are working on a great social networking idea to replace Facebook, and need funding, you probably won’t find any interested and focused VCs or Angel investors in Arizona, where I live. On the other hand, if you are into solar technologies, there is probably an advantage to being in Arizona or a similar location.

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Will Work for Equity - Investing in Clients - Arizona Bay

www.inc.com

Why Arizona Bay started taking stock from its customers instead of cash. Last spring, Dave Graham , founder of software consulting firm Arizona Bay, learned that a major client, Jumpstart Automotive Media, had been acquired for more than $80 million. But that hasnt deterred outfits like Arizona Bay. LEADERSHIP & MANAGING.

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Technology, Innovation, and Great Power Competition – Class 4- Semiconductors

Steve Blank

Put yourself in the shoes of Mark Liu, chairman of TSMC: Do you view China as more of a competitor or customer – and why? TSMC will build a fab in Arizona , but it will represent only 2% of its capacity. Do you think China can credibly catch TSMC (without an invasion of Taiwan)? Why or why not? Discussion Questions. What are U.S.

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4 Key Questions To Identify Your Ideal Startup Site

Startup Professionals Musings

For example, if you are working on a great social networking idea to replace Facebook, and need funding, you probably won’t find any interested and focused VCs or Angel investors in Arizona, where I live. On the other hand, if you are into solar technologies, there is probably an advantage to being in Arizona or a similar location.

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8 Potential Entrepreneur Assists From Your Alma Mater

Startup Professionals Musings

If looking for help, you can find interns willing to work for the experience, and real insights into new customer segments. For example, I live in Arizona, home of Arizona State University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

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Startup Location Is Still A Critical Success Factor

Startup Professionals Musings

For example, if you are working on a great social networking idea to replace Facebook, and need funding, you probably won’t find any interested and focused VCs or Angel investors in Phoenix, Arizona, where I live. Exposure to customers, incumbents, and competitors all drive success. It’s just the first of many.