Super-angel funds, which invest smaller sums than traditional venture capital firms, are rising in numbers and influence. As large funds are under increasing pressure. new firms have begun to play a serious role in financing early stage entrepreneurs.
In the Spotlight - Finance, Administration and M&A
Articles about financing alternatives, M&A options, the venture capital markets as well as how to manage your company's own internal financial operations.
Angels, VCs and Hybrids
This post from Fred Wilson takes on the question of when entrepreneurs should seek angel investors vs. seed/early stage venture funding (or both). Do you agree with his advice? Why (or why not)?
CEOs Battle Spending Creep
Labels: Management, Accounting/Admin
As the worst of the crisis ebbs, corporate chiefs are working hard to maintain spending curbs. What about your company--are travel constraints loosening? What's the most burdensome restriction you've lifted? Which have you kept in place?
Private Company M&A Outlook
Grant Thornton's M&A outlook 2010 contains some encouraging signs. More than 1/4 of those responding in this global survey are planning acquisitions. Nearly 2/3 believe the economy has begun to or will improve in 2010, and 10% expect a change of ownership this year. Which camp are YOU in?
Start-up Risk Sharing
Founders Club and Startup Exchange are two new companies that offer founders diversification for a portion of their otherwise illiquid shares. The idea is unpopular with venture capital investors, and pricing is complex, at best, but the concept is resonating with some entrepreneurs. May require registration.
No Exit?
If you love what you do, will investors be less likely to finance your early stage business? This ironic question is tackled in a Forbes column focused on entrepreneurs who form companies without obvious exit strategies. Do YOU face this challenge?
Valuation Nuts and Bolts
What's my company worth? A common question, with high objectives when selling shares and low hopes when setting option strike prices. This Bloomberg Business Week interview with a valuation expert touches on the basics of what to expect, in terms of how much it costs, how long it takes, and when a formal vaulation may be required.
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