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Looking Back On Tech, Startups, And VC In 2018

Haystack

And as more economies worldwide seek to shift their investment strategies offshore and seek out technology, hubs like Silicon Valley and Shanghai, among others, have reaped the benefits. The shift in consumer behavior and the intensity of the Scooter demand was undeniable. However, many cities and its citizens did not disagree.

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Seed Stage Firms are Dead, Long Live Micro VCs

Genuine VC

I think that the number of players in this devloping class of what I’d call “Micro VCs” will continue to increase over the coming years: the model fits into an opportunity on the capital supply side, as well as more importantly becomes the right product for many entrepreneurs on the demand side. Structural.

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Cracking The Code: Getting through the downturn: a few thoughts.

Cracking the Code

Fifteen CFOs participated - about half of them from Bessemer portfolio SaaS companies (Cornerstone On Demand, Intacct. It is time to fix your key SaaS metrics: P&L: MRR = MRE: you control your destiny when your monthly revenue equals your monthly expenses Sales & Marketing: Your cost of capital doubled, so if a CAC ratio > 0.5

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How to Start a Brewery

Up and Running

A new system might be subject to delays, especially if demand from other breweries is high, but you’ll be able to design to your needs and specifications, and you’ll have support when issues arise (and they will). Some folks cut corners by ordering equipment made offshore. Metrics: Know your numbers.

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How to Start a Brewery: Growing Your Own Craft Beer Business

Up and Running

A new system might be subject to delays, especially if demand from other breweries is high, but you’ll be able to design to your needs and specifications, and you’ll have support when issues arise (and they will). Some folks cut corners by ordering equipment made offshore. Metrics: Know your numbers.

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