Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

In addition to goodwill justified by a great leader and an outstanding team, investors will use their due diligence process to assess the organizational structure and effectiveness as well. The key parameters of this evaluation will always include: Strength of the business culture. Stable and friendly work environment.

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Technical Review Due Diligence Valuation Leadership 323

View from Seed

JANUARY 30, 2020

One of the often neglected parts of fundraising is the process of doing due diligence on potential investors. Partnering with an investor and/or board member is very long term commitment, and I’m always surprised by how little diligence founders do prior to signing up for what could be a 10+ year collaboration. When to do what?

Due Diligence 195

Due Diligence Partner Term Sheet Finance 195

Board Effect

JANUARY 6, 2020

What is governance and what does good governance mean for today’s boards of directors? Good governance of today accounts for longstanding governance practices, as well as modern governance principles. Good governance should be evident in every organization’s policy-setting and decision-making.

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Board Effect

JUNE 24, 2019

The duties and responsibilities of the governance committee are important enough that boards need to assign them to someone. The best and easiest way to do this is by forming a governance committee. Governance committees are sometimes called nominating committees or board development committees.

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The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

The corporate governance section defines the power distribution between the founders and the investors. Due Diligence and Closing the Deal. Due Diligence and Closing the Deal. Due diligence is the process by which investors assemble the necessary information on the risks involved in an investment.

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Board Effect

JULY 1, 2019

Good governance encompasses an array of issues. When corporate and organizational issues are going well, we tend to give credit to good governance practices. On the flip side, we also tend to blame poor governance practices when companies and organizations aren’t doing well. What Is the Purpose of a Governance Committee?

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

Struggling entrepreneurs are often so happy to get a funding offer that they neglect the recommended reverse due diligence on the investors. Investor due diligence on a startup is not a mysterious black art, but is nothing more than a final integrity check on all aspects of your business model, team, product, customers, and plan.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 15, 2020

In addition to goodwill justified by a great leader and an outstanding team, investors will use their due diligence process to assess the organizational structure and effectiveness as well. The key parameters of this evaluation will always include: Strength of the business culture. Stable and friendly work environment.

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VC Cafe

JANUARY 30, 2023

It’s also worth checking YC’s series A due diligence checklist. A data room is a secure repository of information that is shared with potential investors during due diligence. SAFE note), shareholder agreements, company formation and governance documents (e.g.

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Technical Review Due Diligence Cap Table Startup 103

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 30, 2022

Cryptocurrencies are decentralized, meaning they are not subject to government or financial institution control. Unlike traditional investments, such as stocks and bonds, cryptocurrency is not subject to government or financial institution manipulation. Bitcoin, created in 2009, was the first cryptocurrency.

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Board Effect

MARCH 29, 2019

Boards also learned that fraud and corruption can happen to any company where boards fail to practice good governance. Good corporate governance has many dimensions. Board directors need to pay strict attention to every area of governance. Characterizing Good Corporate Governance. Benefits of Good Corporate Governance.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

APRIL 16, 2024

Sustainability reporting, particularly about environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, has burgeoned as a fundamental vehicle through which companies can reflect their operations’ social responsibility and commitment to sustainable development practices.

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NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Underpinning this growth is good governance. In order to understand startup governance, you need to understand risk and reward. This may mean straddling the line between governance and management when necessary. Take part in startup investment due diligence. Risk and reward. This is a good place to start.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Some analysis and due diligence along the following lines should be performed on every idea, as a reality check, before committing your efforts and other people’s money to building a business: Look for places where competitors are few. Passion, optimism, and determination are necessary but not sufficient to assure a successful startup.

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Technical Review Due Diligence Intellectual Property Internet 208

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 20, 2019

In this scam, you are offered a very attractive term sheet due to close in 90 days or so, with a deposit required to hold your position while due diligence is being conducted. Don’t count on ever passing due diligence, or even getting that deposit back. Professional investors don’t work this way.

Technical Review 228

Technical Review Non-disclosure Agreement Due Diligence Term Sheet 228

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 27, 2016

Struggling entrepreneurs are often so happy to get a funding offer that they neglect the recommended reverse due diligence on the investors. Investor due diligence on a startup is not a mysterious black art, but is nothing more than a final integrity check on all aspects of your business model, team, product, customers, and plan.

Technical Review 120

Technical Review Due Diligence Term Sheet Offshore 120

YoungUpstarts

MAY 18, 2015

The task of vetting a business prior to a potential purchase is referred to as due diligence. They will be more meticulous in tracking down any unseen cash flows and corresponding with sophisticated government requirements. Most speculators will find the due diligence process to be tedious at best.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

With over three decades of experience in private equity investments, acquisitions and mergers, Mark Hauser has developed a keen ability to recognize trends and do his due diligence.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 11, 2022

Nice-to have” and “easier-to-use” products, or social ventures needing government support, are not likely to provide a financial return to investors. Founder insistence on non-dilute clauses, arms-length relationships, and quick closure without due diligence will short-circuit active interest. Surprises during due diligence.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

MARCH 26, 2024

Obtaining an apostille involves having a designated authority, typically a government office, verify the authenticity of the document and then affix a special seal that confirms its legitimacy for use in other signatory countries. This is usually the Secretary of State or a similar government entity.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2014

Some analysis and due diligence along the following lines should be performed on every idea, as a reality check, before committing your efforts and other people’s money to building a business: Look for places where competitors are few. Passion, optimism, and determination are necessary but not sufficient to assure a successful startup.

Technical Review 267

Technical Review Due Diligence Entrepreneur Intellectual Property 267

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 22, 2019

So you have a great business idea, you’ve done your research and due diligence, you know your market and you are good at what you do. Stay compliant with ATO and government legislation through automated updates to tax and payroll processes. What could go wrong? Provide real-time stock and inventory levels. Marketing.

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Software Review Due Diligence Startup Stock 176

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Many aspiring entrepreneurs try to raise capital, without first understanding and complying with government and state rules for disclosure, securities registration, private offerings, and accredited investors. Complete and heed fund-raising legal compliance requirements. The rules for crowdfunding and non-profits are even more specific.

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Technical Review Accredited Investor Due Diligence Equity 220

Board Effect

APRIL 5, 2019

The strength of the administration, the financial health of the institution and good board governance — all have a strong bearing on student success. The volatility of today’s economy and the current societal environment require due diligence in governance on the part of college and university boards.

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Berkonomics

AUGUST 27, 2020

A “deal room” is a cloud-based or physical space dedicated to storing the massive amounts of data to be used in due diligence by a buyer, lender or by an investor. Your data room and its contents. Data rooms contain access to or copies of all significant contracts with suppliers, customers, consultants, and others.

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Software Review Due Diligence Intellectual Property IPO 62

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 14, 2020

Nice-to have” and “easier-to-use” products, or social ventures needing government support, are not likely to provide a financial return to investors. Founder insistence on non-dilute clauses, arms-length relationships, and quick closure without due diligence will short-circuit active interest. Surprises during due diligence.

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Due Diligence Intellectual Property Preferred Stock Seed Stage 308

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 22, 2019

Both types need a strong governance program. The Due Diligence Questionnaire is one of the most common types of documents investors will receive from hedge funds. The DDQ , according to Agio, is a tool that can assist with two-way dialogue between hedge fund managers and investors.

Private Equity 113

Private Equity Equity Securities and Exchange Commission Security 113

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 18, 2017

In this scam, you are offered a very attractive term sheet due to close in 90 days or so, with a deposit required to hold your position while due diligence is being conducted. Don’t count on ever passing due diligence, or even getting that deposit back. Professional investors don’t work this way.

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Technical Review Non-disclosure Agreement Due Diligence Entrepreneur 120

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

In this scam, you are offered a very attractive term sheet due to close in 90 days or so, with a deposit required to hold your position while due diligence is being conducted. Don’t count on ever passing due diligence, or even getting that deposit back. Professional investors don’t work this way. Ignore these.

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Technical Review Non-disclosure Agreement Due Diligence Entrepreneur 202

Board Effect

MARCH 20, 2019

A board portal is a governance software solution that provides boards with a secure platform for conducting all aspects of board business. Board portals are paperless solutions that do far more than support good governance. Governance software solution providers need to have tenured experience in the world of governance.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 30, 2016

We did projects with the Australian Federal Government and McAfee. After months of due diligence and reviewing hundreds of pages of contracts, McAfee acquired InternetSafety. We received a venture capital investment. Our little business grew from four employees to over 30. In 2010, the “we did it” moment arrived.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 6, 2023

The new audit, due diligence, and liability requirements from the JOBS Act, now levied on equity crowdfunding portals, could dramatically increase the costs and restrictions on angel groups. Investors cannot verify accountability or governance. These groups are now largely run by volunteers at no cost to entrepreneurs.

Angel Groups 201

Angel Groups Accredited Investor Due Diligence Equity 201

Board Effect

APRIL 28, 2021

It also takes time to fill out all the proper forms and submit them to the federal government. Due Diligence in Applying for 501(c)(3) Status. It takes time to research all the requirements. It takes time to gather the appropriate documents. Then you wait. How long does it take to get 501(c)(3) status?

Software Review 98

Software Review Technical Review Due Diligence Government 98

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

The new audit, due diligence, and liability requirements from the JOBS Act, now levied on equity crowdfunding portals, could dramatically increase the costs and restrictions on angel groups. Investors cannot verify accountability or governance. These groups are now largely run by volunteers at no cost to entrepreneurs.

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Equity Angel Groups Accredited Investor Due Diligence 411

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

” When Elon Musk set out to build SpaceX he wasn’t greeted with enthusiasm from the space community not used to having a private enterprise challenge the government funded space exploration of NASA. And that is what we’ll do.” Now they are partners. The collective wisdom of the establishment to this huge innovation?

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

In addition to goodwill justified by a great leader and an outstanding team, investors will use their due diligence process to assess the organizational structure and effectiveness as well. The key parameters of this evaluation will always include: Strength of the business culture. Stable and friendly work environment.

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Leadership Technical Review Due Diligence Valuation 120

David Teten

JULY 10, 2019

These might include, e.g., mitigating climate change, strengthening democracy, enforcing ethics in government, promoting national security, and protecting against information warfare. . For 2 years, I’ve been struggling to think what I can do to help make America functional again, in light of how broken our governance is.

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