Companies usually begin with little more than a dream: a concept, an idea or an invention. But while hope, inspiration, and some personal savings can be the promising seed for a startup, it often takes much more to grow a concept into a thriving company. Long before a startup company can borrow large amounts of […]
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Smart Entrepreneurs Plan Ahead for a Startup Exit
The last thing a new entrepreneur wants to think about regarding a new startup is how it will end, yet one of the first things a potential equity investor asks about is an exit strategy. The answer you give can make or break your ability to get an investment, so you need to have the […]
A New York VC Spotlight: Mike Brooks
Michael C. Brooks is a venture capital veteran with over 25 years’ experience under his belt. Highly decorated, highly active, and highly influential, Brooks is an expert in financial services and information technology investments, making him an asset to any entrepreneur. Armed with a MBA from the Harvard Business School, as well as a […]
A New York VC Spotlight: Bob Goodman
Since his start as an entrepreneur, Bob Goodman has found repeated success in the telecommunications field. While he is currently a founding partner for Bessemer Venture Partners’ New York office, Goodman is the former CEO of Celcore Inc., a wireless equipment company that sold for $167 million to DSC Communications, and the Caribbean-based company, Boatphone. […]
In the Words of VCs at IBM SmartCamp Global Finals
Sometimes, too many companies get funded. IBM 2012 SmartCamp Global Finals were recently held at the Waldorf Astoria and included a full afternoon of discussions, including an informative panel on the state of venture capital and financing for startups. Below are some main takeaways that you can use to make actionable decisions, from some […]