YoungUpstarts

APRIL 22, 2016

You could probably make a case for any one of these, but here’s the thing: Although on the surface these companies appear to have completely different business models, they all share one very powerful component: a scalable online platform connecting people and ecosystems. Or Software as a Service for the enterprise, such as Salesforce?

Japan 100

Japan Global Asia API 100

The Next Web

AUGUST 30, 2013

The company is one of the largest VC–backed startups in Southeast Asia, having raised over $60 million in funding. This is the second part of a four-part series that will provide insight into starting, building, and funding a company across Asia. Having people in-market and on the ground is key in each of these countries.

Asia 129

Asia Operations Indonesia Thailand 129

thebarefootvc

JUNE 15, 2014

Take a look at these innovations which were first implemented in the emerging markets and are now making their way to the “first world”: Mobile Money: Six years ago, mPesa launched in Kenya to transfer money via cellphone. The ethos behind microcredit has reached a market well beyond the poor, rural woman in an emerging market.

Africa 106

Africa India Bangladesh United States 106

Up and Running

JULY 26, 2017

Website, web app, or a mobile app—what would be the right “form” for your business idea ? Since the release of the very first iPhone, everyone has been treating the mobile-first business model as the new gold rush. Of course, you have specific business goals in mind, apart from merely making profits and changing the world.

Mobile 81

Mobile Application Development Web Software Review 81

Gust

AUGUST 22, 2012

As our group sweltered in the July heat on the outskirts of Cairo , each of these purported minions of the state — none of whom wore a uniform or badge — in turn blocked our entry, determined to exercise the modest amount of authority bestowed on him by demanding that my host surrender his digital SLR camera.

Technical Review 172

Technical Review Egypt Morocco Russia 172

Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

It turns out that for commercialization, the business model (Customers, Channel, Revenue Model, etc.) They assist with the sale and work with marketing to create demand. Major reason for failure = hiring sales and marketing staff too quickly. Many Distributors in Europe and in Asia.

Distribution 227

Distribution Channel Lean Intellectual Property 227

Up and Running

MAY 16, 2016

There are also societal and political factors at play including a growing acceptance among physicians of the practice of home care, as well as pressure to alleviate the demands placed on hospitals and an overall desire to find cost efficiencies in the health care system. “In How to Fund Your Business: A Comprehensive Guide.

North America 95

North America United States Technical Review America 95

thebarefootvc

JUNE 15, 2014

Take a look at these innovations which were first implemented in the emerging markets and are now making their way to the “first world”: Mobile Money: Six years ago, mPesa launched in Kenya to transfer money via cellphone. The ethos behind microcredit has reached a market well beyond the poor, rural woman in an emerging market.

Africa 40

Africa India Bangladesh United States 40

Austin Startup

MARCH 15, 2017

Because we African-Americans have our own urban communities, we are smart people and there is real demand for innovation, our people can quickly move forward with blockchain and go straight to market. This model was already demonstrated to African-Americans so sorry, this not a concept or theory.

Technical Review 54

Technical Review Silicon Valley Software Review XML 54

thebarefootvc

DECEMBER 10, 2018

In last week’s newsletter, I linked to the funding announcement for Terra, a stablecoin project backed by Binance (the largest crypto exchange in the world by volume), which will focus on the ecommerce market in Asia. This is the natural flipside to the run up we saw last year when ETH was in demand to fund these projects.

Asia 51

Asia eCommerce Business Model Demand 51

The Equity Kicker

OCTOBER 7, 2013

As with every investment we will make it is the combination of team, product and market that got us excited. In this case the market for fashion is huge, and within that wool has been on a good run for about ten years, but on its own that wouldn’t be exciting because the competition is fierce. Wool and the Gang Woo'

Asia 91

Asia Community Design Global 91

thebarefootvc

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

In last week’s newsletter, I linked to the funding announcement for Terra, a stablecoin project backed by Binance (the largest crypto exchange in the world by volume), which will focus on the ecommerce market in Asia. This is the natural flipside to the run up we saw last year when ETH was in demand to fund these projects.

Asia 40

Asia eCommerce Business Model Demand 40

ReadWriteStart

JULY 23, 2012

Paul Gollash, Founder and CEO of Voxy , knew his target market could come from all over the world. Recognizing that self-study language learning was a huge and underserved global market, Gollash saw local branding as the key for his business. “We Diverting attention to the overseas market at the detriment of domestic business.

Global 132

Global South Korea San Francisco China 132

ReadWriteStart

JULY 23, 2012

Paul Gollash, Founder and CEO of Voxy , knew his target market could come from all over the world. Recognizing that self-study language learning was a huge and underserved global market, Gollash saw local branding as the key for his business. “We Create a history of success that proves your business model works.

Global 103

Global South Korea San Francisco China 103

ReadWriteStart

JULY 23, 2012

Paul Gollash, Founder and CEO of Voxy , knew his target market could come from all over the world. Recognizing that self-study language learning was a huge and underserved global market, Gollash saw local branding as the key for his business. “We Diverting attention to the overseas market at the detriment of domestic business.

Global 60

Global South Korea Startup San Francisco 60

Hearpreneur

JANUARY 3, 2018

2017 was the first year my business broke 6 figures, I hired an assistant and marketing team to take my two brands to the next level. Instead, I believe in working one day at a time to accomplish a greater goal that is universal to my business and passion. Thanks to Kirby Ingles, Kirby Ingles Life Coaching ! #2-

Kentucky 97

Kentucky Entrepreneur Social Media Los Angeles 97

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The start of a new quarter prompts common questions from start-up founder’s and executives across Asia: What are our revenues and sales targets? Businesses could have anywhere from half a dozen to hundreds of KPIs. How do we achieve our intended goals? Build KPIs Bottom Up, Not Top Down. Start small and divide and conquer.

Management 194

Management Founder Asia Cofounder 194

Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 12, 2010

BookRenter – plus a discussion about Chegg … what is going on in the university book market? We talked about the analogies between what NetFlix achieved in movies and whether this is relevant to the book market. Current round allows RockYou (US) to obtain a majority position in RockYou Asia. TechCrunch article.

Venture Capital 217

Venture Capital Los Angeles Oakland Asia 217

Cracking the Code

OCTOBER 10, 2008

Only after reaching $1M in CMRR should you consider hiring European sales and services execs behind customer demand. Save Asia for post-IPO Single instance, multi-tenant, single datacenter - Have only one version of the code in production. . Labels: SaaS , sales and marketing , software. Posted by Philippe Botteri. at 11:09 AM.

Software Review 48

Software Review North America Europe Metrics 48

VC Cafe

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Greater efficiencies are really needed in this sector to deal with a growing demand and a wider consumption base. It helps them contain the cost of growing online video traffic while keeping their options open for future business models leveraging the video delivery layer.”. What does Qwilt mean for the consumer?

Video 92

Video Stealth California 92

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 28, 2014

Castlewood Group, first established in Dubai in 2006 but later relocated its headquarters to Singapore, offers investors an opportunity to own a part of Nikki Beach Hotel & Spa in Phuket that’s due to officially open in early 2015 as the first of its five projects here in Asia. And that demand is expected to continue.

Singapore 182

Singapore Thailand Asia Developer 182

Entrepreneurs-Journey.com by Yaro Starak

JANUARY 21, 2011

Before I get into what I have done and why I know what I know, here is a brief background on myself: My Background The name is Indian, but I was born in South East Asia (just above Yaro’s homeland) in an upper middle class family of entrepreneurs. My Mom and Dad are not formally educated, but they self-taught how to practice business.

Internet 80

Internet Technical Review Stock Due Diligence 80

VC Cafe

JANUARY 16, 2011

Founded in 2003, ASOCS develops and markets MultiComms.processors that provide seamless connectivity over diverse wireless networks. The solution is applicable both for postpaid & prepaid market segments. ITS Telecom’s expertise focuses on converged voice and data solutions for the residential, SOHO and SMB markets.

Mobile 103

Mobile Securities and Exchange Commission Flash IP 103

www.vccafe.com

MARCH 11, 2013

Updated Business tools for Startups. Whether you’re wondering what site search you should use or what is the best email marketing tool, knowledge is power. Also includes the most popular platforms, based on a year of data on business buy and sell marketplace, Flippa.com. Inbound Marketing vs Interruption marketing.

Software Review 53

Software Review Technical Review Startup 53