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Cram Down – A Test of Character for VCs and Founders

Steve Blank

APRIL 26, 2022

Cram downs are back – and I’m keeping a list. Except, that is, for the bottom feeders of the Venture Capital business – investors who “ cram down ” their companies. A cram down is different than a down round. You just failed the ethical choice and forever ruined your reputation. They’re Back.

Cram Down

Cram Down Founder Venture Capital Recapitalization

Startup Fairy Tales and Other Tall Tales That Venture Capitalists Tell

Growthink Blog

MAY 23, 2011

Through connections, or through a chance meeting at a networking or social event, an angel investor hears the entrepreneur's story, likes them and their technology, and on the spot, writes a check to provide the company with its first outside financing. There are a lot of dark, hard days.

Angel Investor

Angel Investor Venture Capital Sweat Equity Cram Down

StartUpRoar

Cram Down – A Test of Character for VCs and Founders

Startup Fairy Tales and Other Tall Tales That Venture Capitalists Tell

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