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Flexible VC, a New Model for Companies Targeting Profitability

David Teten

Eligible for favorable treatment under Qualified Small Business Stock exemption, if structured as equity. Coinvestors: Flexible VC terms have not been standardized, which may make the investment harder to syndicate. This applies if the investment converts into common stock; details are beyond this essay’s scope.

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Q&A with Eldon Mascoll: Toronto Digital Media Expert

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a production company that produced Phat TV for Canadian broadcaster CFMT Television, as well as a year-end television special, “Phat TV 97”, that was syndicated nationally in the U.S. Mascoll moved to New York City where he worked in advertising before accepting a role at MTV Network.

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Avoiding the Common Pitfalls of Securing Capital: Innovative Financing Options for Today’s Startups

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However, this means the amount they can offer is somewhat lower than what a venture capitalist may provide, ranging somewhere between $200,000 for individuals and up to $350,000 or greater for syndicates. Instead, they usually ask for a stake in your business, either through equity or convertible debt. Small Business Grants.

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6 Important Startup Trends that Defined 2011

mashable.com

New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg has been trying very hard to raise New York City’s profile in the tech scene. The city appointed its first chief digital officer , Rachel Sterne, in January. That same month, prestigious startup accelerator TechStars announced its first New York City class.

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Startup Investor Makes a Deal: Engineers for Equity

mashable.com

The shortage of startup technical talent, especially in New York City, has been well-documented. With more than 40 million monthly pageviews, Mashable is the most prolific news site reporting breaking web news, providing analysis of trends, reviewing new Web sites and services, and offering social media resources and guides.

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LinkedIn Explores What It Takes To Be an Entrepreneur [INFOGRAPHIC]

mashable.com

Not surprisingly, San Francisco was the top startup region, with New York City in second place and Boston in third. With more than 50 million monthly pageviews and 4 million followers across social media, Mashable has one of the most engaged online news communities.

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5 Hot Ecommerce Trends to Watch

mashable.com

However, some individuals or small businesses have found success through affiliations with major retailers. Small Business. Mashable’s 20 million unique visitors and 6 million social media followers have become one of the most engaged online news communities. Global Syndication Partners. infographic.

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