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MAY 27, 2013

Understanding where your VC partner sits in their respective fund and where their fund is in the cycle of its investment lifecycle will help you understand your VCs behavior. In addition to helping manage the board Chris also helps represent the interests of the angel investors / common stock holders.

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JANUARY 6, 2021

As the details of these tragedies unfolded, the incidents opened up a national conversation about the need to take a serious look at the issue of diversity, equity, and inclusion within every organization and walk of life. Moving Toward Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Research Uncovers Disparities in Nonprofit Leadership.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

And the loosening of federal monetary policies, particularly in the US, has pushed more dollars into the venture ecosystems at every stage of financing. What Has Changed in Financing? At Upfront we have always done 40% of our investing in Greater Los Angeles and it’s precisely for this reason. Of course we can’t.

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JANUARY 15, 2011

Also, working with a consulting CTO will prepare you for finding and selecting a permanent technology partner. And finally, you may be able to avoid diluting your equity. Avoid delay by using a consulting CTO on a short-term basis while you are searching for a permanent technology partner.

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Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

“In a lot of the industries in which I ended up launching companies, there was a pre-existing profile of what a successful entrepreneur should look like—typically a young, white male with a technical, finance, or political background,” says Aguirre de Carcer. While private equity has a history in the U.S. What are your morals?

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 1, 2016

We’re a national venture capital investment firm but with our roots firmly in Los Angeles. We try to recruit investment partners who bring startup operating experience. You don’t have unlimited equity to dole out. Yes, great leaders need to travel more than programmers or finance directors.

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Growthink Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2014

Companies stuck here face a daunting array of vexing business challenges, described well by Newport Board partner Ferey Feridian as the “Four M’s” - Money, Management, Model, and Marketplace. Business Planning Entrepreneurship Financing Investing Jay Turo Management Venture Capital' Model (Business).

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