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Taking Corporate VC: When It Makes Sense

View from Seed

It seems obvious but strategic investment only makes sense when that corporate VC is providing technology, market access, or other aid that cannot be obtained through a simple business relationship or from a startup’s other investors or advisors.

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Shark Tank Season 4 week 9 breakdown

Lightspeed Venture Partners

He anticipates using the money to build autocad drawings, get a patent and start manufacturing. Robert thought that the idea was indefensible without proprietary technology or a patent. When asked why the company is worth a $1M post money valuation, he said, “What it comes down to is passion.”

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90 Things I've Learned From Founding 4 Technology Companies

betashop.com

90 Things I’ve Learned From Founding 4 Technology Companies. On October 27, 2010 I wrote a blog post about the “ 57 Things I Learned Founding 3 Tech Companies.”. Build all of your own technology. Be technical and understand how technology is built. 10M post-money valuation = $100M target.