Pascal's View

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

These valid observations may be drawn from primary research sources such as the work published by the National Academies, whose most recent report, Assessing the Impact of Changes in the Information Technology R&D Ecosystem: Retaining Leadership in an Increasingly Global Environment , was released several months ago.

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Pascal's View

MARCH 10, 2010

Susan Mangiero , CEO of Investment Governance’s Fiduciary X , asked me the following: Question: Given recent instances of VC-backed company fraud and questions about the management team, how can institutional investors protect themselves from key person risk?

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Austin Startup

JUNE 26, 2019

proving that this “consumer purchase” is, in fact, a journey not a one-time use) Our leadership and vision earned marquee partnerships and champions in both the public & private sectors from the United Way of Central Texas, Partners in Parenting, Promise Venture Studio, IDEO and more! Our Monthly Active Users was 53%?—?(people

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Pascal's View

JULY 9, 2017

The easiest way to do so is via SAFE notes, due to their simplicity, “available online” documentation, no major covenants established to protect the investors, no governance implications at the board level, etc. All of these items are postponed until the elusive priced equity round. It’s going to be great!”.

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blogs.computerworlduk.com

JANUARY 15, 2011

Slideshows White Papers Videos Newsletters Topics Open Source Mobile & Wireless Networking Public Sector Operating Systems Outsourcing Business Intelligence Antivirus Microsoft Apple All Topics News In Depth IT Management IT Business Security Applications Infrastructure Cloud Computing Professional Resources Career Development How-Tos Advice White (..)

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Reid Hoffman

MARCH 2, 2021

He also shared his perspective on M&A (including Uber’s recent acquisitions of Postmates and Drizly), autonomous vehicles, the complexities of working in highly regulated industries, and how his personal and professional background shaped the way he approaches leadership today. EPISODE TRANSCRIPT. It’s always a combination.

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Pascal's View

SEPTEMBER 29, 2008

Below is a definition of the rule, taken from the white paper, “A Simple Guide to the Basic Responsibilities of VC-Backed Company Directors” , written by the Working Group on Director Accountability and Board Effectiveness : Business Judgment Rule.

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Pascal's View

MARCH 11, 2010

Susan Mangiero , CEO of Investment Governance’s Fiduciary X , asked me the following: Question: Are there ways to mitigate the team risk when in fact VC funds often back a particular team or particular CEO? This is the fourth in our series of ten frequently asked questions from investors in venture capital partnerships.

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Pascal's View

MARCH 15, 2010

Susan Mangiero , CEO of Investment Governance’s Fiduciary X , asked me the following: Question: You had some thoughts about contract terms. This is the sixth in our series of ten frequently asked questions from investors in venture capital partnerships.

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Pascal's View

MARCH 19, 2010

Susan Mangiero , CEO of Investment Governance’s Fiduciary X , asked me the following: Question: I’ve read that some GPs are suing LPs for not making capital calls. This is the last in our series of 10 frequently asked questions from investors in venture capital partnerships.

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Pascal's View

JUNE 11, 2009

As a result, we have included the unique expertise of tech transfer funds, angel groups, corporate venture funds, international government seed funds and even foundation investors in the Kauffman Fellows Program as we strive to build a curriculum with maximum value for our customers. … We’ve concluded a few simple things.

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Pascal's View

MARCH 28, 2009

  Both the Government and the private. SEC’s failure to enforce a whole body of regulation governing the now largely. been exposed succinctly in the white paper “Why are IPOs in the ICU”. SEC’s failure to enforce a whole body of regulation governing the now largely. be resolved.   We should not forget.

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Pascal's View

MAY 10, 2009

  Democrats seem to lack the decisiveness, clarity of vision, and toughness necessary to govern.    This tableau of domestic political stalemate begs for new leadership.  .  Republicans act like rabid attack dogs in and out of power and treat facts like trash. 

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Pascal's View

MARCH 4, 2009

speak with legislators and government agency representatives about the need for. Without new approaches to collaboration among government institutions, corporations, universities, and venture capitalists, U.S. I’ve been to Washington, D.C. twice in the last two weeks to. message that U.S. economy, are at risk of stalling out.

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