Steve Blank

APRIL 8, 2022

Kathleen Hicks at Stanford’s Gordian Knot Center for National Security Innovation. Think of the Deputy Secretary of Defense as the Chief Operating Officer of a company – but in this case the company has 3 million employees (~1.4 innovation ecosystem to solve national security challenges. CONOPS Development. Conference.

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Security Silicon Valley China Private Equity 219

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Venture capital firms have become more discerning where they put their limited funds to use, and banks have always been anti-startup in their business dealings. Most startups have been competent in managing their cash burn by determining how they spend and utilizing government subsidies to meet their goals.

Bankruptcy 165

Bankruptcy Startup Agile Technical Review 165

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 16, 2023

As near as I can tell these are smaller ones, who don’t sell clothes, but typically sell companies and securities in a particular set of industries. Startups looking for an angel investor, or a Venture Capital investment usually realize that neither of these sources of funds normally has any connection with a bank.

Early Stage 182

Early Stage Silicon Valley Private Equity Initial Public Offering 182

Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

The Chinese government must be laughing hysterically over U.S. When the Chinese government censors (run by their propaganda department ) shutdown access to yet another U.S. And when the government tools to detect encrypted VPN’s get more sophisticated, (as it did last year), Chinese users just use stealthier tools.

China 324

China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 324

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 26, 2020

As near as I can tell these are smaller ones, who don’t sell clothes, but typically sell companies and securities in a particular set of industries. Startups looking for an angel investor, or a Venture Capital investment usually realize that neither of these sources of funds normally has any connection with a bank.

Silicon Valley 362

Silicon Valley Private Equity Initial Public Offering Term Sheet 362

Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

how on Earth could the venture capital market stand still? One of the most common questions I’m asked by people intrigued by but also scared by venture capital and technology markets is some variant of, “Aren’t technology markets way overvalued? What Does this Mean for a Venture Capital Firm?

Pre-Money Valuation 471

Pre-Money Valuation Valuation Venture Capital Early Stage 471

ReadWriteStart

OCTOBER 13, 2011

I presented to thousands of entrepreneurs, talked to 17 startups, gave 12 lectures, had nine interviews, chatted with eight VC's, sat on four panels, talked policy with two government ministers, two members of parliament, one head of a public pension fund and was in one TV documentary. A government that's trying to help, but gets in the way.

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Finland Venture Capital Government Russia 158

ReadWriteStart

JUNE 1, 2020

To secure your funding, you must establish the feasibility of your idea through proper planning and implementation. Reasons for funding. ? Scale up your operations. One of the most prominent reasons for funding is to scale up your operations, for expansion and achieve economies of scale. Government programs.

Startup 150

Startup Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Seed Stage 150

Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

The Chinese government must be laughing hysterically over U.S. When the Chinese government censors (run by their propaganda department ) shutdown access to yet another U.S. And when the government tools to detect encrypted VPN’s get more sophisticated, (as it did last year), Chinese users just use stealthier tools.

China 216

China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 216

Up and Running

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

Operating without a website is increasingly rare, and ignoring this weakness for too long could have disastrous consequences. This is one area in which being a small local firm could be a major advantage, but international market research and more information about the government export initiatives are required. Employee training.

Botswana 148

Botswana Business Plan Oregon Distribution 148

David Teten

DECEMBER 8, 2010

" "Because the light is so much better" The US financial regulatory apparatus looks terrible now because of the Madoff scandal (which was not a hedge fund) and the 2008 financial meltdown (caused by the large banks/mortgage companies, bad regulation, quasi-government agencies like Fannie/Freddie, and consumers who took on too much debt).

Networking 122

Networking Private Equity SEC Software Review 122

Up and Running

JUNE 13, 2017

The explanation for the discrepancy is simple: large banks are focused on sourcing and scaling loans over one million dollars, cross-selling products to their customers, and driving down costs through standardized operating procedures and technology. In addition to the personal guarantee, the lender will want collateral to secure the loan.

Community 117

Community Technical Review United States New York City 117

YoungUpstarts

JULY 16, 2020

If you are currently operating your business as a sole proprietorship, this means that your business doesn’t really “exist” as a separate legal entity from yourself. Many do not have an adequate amount of cash to weather the storm and have to scramble to apply for government emergency loans and grants.

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LLC Bankruptcy Venture Capital Stock 255

David Teten

AUGUST 19, 2019

I’ve been a traditional equity VC for 8 years, and I’m now researching new business models in venture capital. RBI normally requires founders to pay back their investors with a fixed percentage of revenue until they have finished providing the investor with a fixed return on capital, which they agree upon in advance.

Revenue 60

Revenue Technical Review Software Review Equity 60

VC Adventure

MARCH 19, 2023

SVB itself banked companies across the US and was one of the few banks that would take on smaller venture capital funds (the average venture capital fund size is $56M, according to the NVCA). Our regulatory system must do a better job of understanding this.

Venture Capital 87

Venture Capital Silicon Valley Community Portfolio 87

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

As near as I can tell these are smaller ones, who don’t sell clothes, but typically sell companies and securities in a particular set of industries. Startups looking for an Angel investor, or a Venture Capital investment usually realize that neither of these sources of funds normally has any connection with a bank.

IPO 205

IPO Silicon Valley Private Equity Initial Public Offering 205

Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Government Funding Options (U.S.). We also have some tips on securing a bank loan. If you only need a small amount of money, particularly if you are a minority-owned business operating in a developing nation, working with one of Kiva’s field partners could be a good route. Government Funding Options: 4.

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Small Business SBA United Kingdom United States 164

Up and Running

MAY 3, 2017

Statistically, women earn only 7 percent of venture capital investments overall. Amoruso’s company has had some significant challenges lately , but her ability to hook venture capital investors over the lifespan of her company has been exceptional. See Also: What Do Venture Capital Firms Want?

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Entrepreneur Venture Capital Government Small Business Administration 110

This is going to be BIG.

OCTOBER 29, 2015

I can't say, however, that the government has a great track record of implementing consistent and sensical policy around this. Side note, since when does the government really care about cheating? Nevada's recent requirement that DFS sites get a license to operate in their state is protectionism at its worst.

Government 60

Government Nevada Caching Stealth 60

Steve Blank

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The two groups would merge in 1949 as the Armed Forces Security Agency and then become the National Security Agency (NSA) in 1952. Applicants were told that ERA was doing electronics work for government and industry. What Did ERA Build For the National Security Agency (NSA)? By the end of WWII, with the U.S.

Minnesota 288

Minnesota Engineer Minneapolis Silicon Valley 288

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 22, 2011

As near as I can tell these are smaller ones, who don’t sell clothes, but typically sell companies and securities in a particular set of industries. Startups looking for an Angel investor, or a Venture Capital investment usually realize that neither of these sources of funds normally has any connection with a bank.

Silicon Valley 211

Silicon Valley Private Equity Initial Public Offering Startup 211

Up and Running

MARCH 7, 2014

I say “for the most part” because government grants for small businesses do exist, but the opportunity to secure one is limited to a narrow field of candidates. Here’s what you need to know about government grants for small businesses, who is eligible to receive them, and how to go about getting them.

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SBIR Small Business SBA Government 121

Up and Running

MARCH 7, 2014

I say “for the most part” because government grants for small businesses do exist, but the opportunity to secure one is limited to a narrow field of candidates. Here’s what you need to know about government grants for small businesses, who is eligible to receive them, and how to go about getting them.

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SBIR Small Business SBA Government 102

The Next Web

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

QIWI plc is the largest Russian operator of electronic payment systems and was founded by a group of iTech Capital LPs. Entrepreneurs should be aware that in relation to securing investment, the cultural rules are pretty much the same as in the UK or US. The role of the Russian Government.

Russia 140

Russia Europe Government Vertical 140

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 31, 2010

As near as I can tell these are smaller ones, who don’t sell clothes, but typically sell companies and securities in a particular set of industries. Startups looking for an Angel investor, or a Venture Capital investment usually realize that neither of these sources of funds normally has any connection with a bank.

Silicon Valley 120

Silicon Valley Private Equity Startup Initial Public Offering 120

Up and Running

JULY 16, 2015

The process of securing funding for your business—whatever stage you’re at or field you’re in—can be challenging and stressful. If you are operating a new or small-scale business of any kind, a grant could be a great way to improve your prospects and inject some cash into your operational equation. Business grants. In the U.K.,

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Angel Investor Venture Capital Finance Finder 60

Up and Running

APRIL 24, 2018

Health care ethics are the moral principles and values that allow you to make the right choice while promoting, distributing, and operating your product to healthcare organizations or patients directly. Secure timely funding. That’s why having a revenue-minded focus from the early stages helps to secure funding.

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SBIR Startup Artificial Inteligence Intellectual Property 73

David Teten

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

I’ve recently met with several universities, nonprofits, and government employees who’ve all asked the same question: how can we promote entrepreneurship? By contrast, as a venture capitalist, I can report that almost all of our portfolio companies are desperate to hire talented software engineers, and eager to hire in a range of other roles.

Government 146

Government Technical Review New York Offshore 146

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 6, 2020

There is so much confusion and misinformation out there about the government sponsored “payroll protection plan” loans to companies that the heads of every small business CEO in the country must be spinning. The CARES (Coronavirus Aid Relief & Economic Security) Act provides $2 trillion to businesses and individuals affective by Covid-19.

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Programming Affiliate SBA Government 279

The Next Web

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

Box has announced the launch of Box Accelerator , a global data transfer network that pushes the speed, security and scale of the Box service for business and enterprise users for a faster and more streamlined service. One of his older partners said, “What if the US government allowed the Internet to be commercialised?”

Europe 114

Europe Entrepreneur United States San Francisco 114

Pascal's View

MAY 23, 2009

  Through Levensohn Venture Partners' involvement as the lead venture sponsor of the IT Security Entrepreneurs' Forum (ITSEF) since its inception in 2007, and through my personal initiatives advocating public policy solutions to address cyber security issues, I have had some positive impact in increasing awareness of this problem. 

Security 28

Security Washington Networking Venture Capital 28

Up and Running

OCTOBER 29, 2014

As an independent agency of the government, the SBA partners with both public and private organizations to deliver its services, including loans. Because loan guaranty requirements and practices are dependent on the US Government, changes to policies or economic conditions may change lending terms. What is an SBA Loan?

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SBA Puerto Rico Virgin Islands Guam 126

VC Cafe

JANUARY 22, 2021

The Alexa Fund also provides up to $200 million in venture capital funding to fuel voice technology innovation. Amazon AppStore – The Amazon Appstore (mobile/tablet) for Android and Fire OS operated by Amazon.com. Amazon Pay – For startup payment acceptance and collection. Physical space.

Technical Review 174

Technical Review Startup Venture Capital Incubator 174

Up and Running

MAY 15, 2018

Whether you are hoping to expand a small business with a loan or going for a round of venture capital, you will need a scalable business model. Plus, your credit score will take a hit the moment you miss a payment—this can affect your ability to secure funding in the future. Venture capital. Bank loans.

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SBA Angel Investor Technical Review Startup 84

Gust

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

In recent years, government regulation has emerged as another such force to be reckoned with in the technology industry. Yet the content industry (principally represented by RIAA and MPAA) has been relentless in pushing for UGC site operators to be deputized in a copyright police state in the interest of fighting piracy.

IPO 110

IPO Prospectus SEC Intellectual Property 110

Eric Friedman

AUGUST 18, 2021

I lovingly call him the curmudgeon of fintech – in this episode we go deep into how he is building a venture capital firm and practice, not just running a fund and how he views the world of fintech investing. One of the ones that really bothers me is how Venture Capitalists try and conflate what they do as being complicated.

Silicon Valley 88

Silicon Valley Venture Capital Cofounder Africa 88

Steve Blank

AUGUST 3, 2009

military, the CIA and the National Security Agency. Next, Terman used his military contacts to secure funding for the Lab from the Office of Naval Research, the Air Force and the Army Signal Corps. That same year China fell to the communists under Mao Zedong, and the Nationalist government retreated to Taiwan.

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Silicon Valley RSS Europe Germany 157