Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 28, 2021

No matter how passionately you believe that everyone needs one, and positive feedback from friends and early adopters (false positives), before you invest in scaling the business, make sure you set and meet good metrics in cost of customer acquisition, recurring sales, and margin. Mergers and acquisitions also require new skills.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 1, 2014

For many start-up companies, the dream is to one day become the other half in a merger or acquisition with a larger, more developed organisation. If you want to turn your start-up into an attractive acquisition target, there are a few key tips that all small companies should remember: Fine Tune your Management.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 18, 2016

When a company is faced with a merger or acquisition situation, things can get a little hectic. With some hints and tips from a reputable resource such as Merger Technology , you can embrace the upcoming changes and work towards making the most of it, both for yourself and those you work with. Don’t Hate, Collaborate.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 25, 2020

Even still, in the context of all three points, I recommend that you evaluate the most common exit alternatives and considerations, and integrate the right one into your startup strategy and plan: M&A - merger or acquisition by another company.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 15, 2022

This is the end game for an industry, and many companies, characterized by mergers and acquisitions to a few dominant players. Companies with an innovative and creative bias, which thrived during the innovation phase, usually struggle in this period. The emphasis is on global processes and tight execution. Consolidation.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

billion acquisition of Sweden-based software company Mojang, the developer behind the popular building game ““Minecraft”, which has sold over 100 million copies since its release in 2009, illustrates the degree to which Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s long-term vision for Microsoft is taking root at that company. Microsoft’s $2.5

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 30, 2020

Mergers and acquisitions are an integral part of the business world. An acquisition can fulfill these needs while bringing a company a new market share and better opportunities for growth. The Basic Principles of Mergers and Acquisitions. The Basic Principles of Mergers and Acquisitions.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2014

The good news is that a patent can scare off or at least delay competitors, and as a “rule of thumb” patents can add up to $1M to your startup valuation for investors or M&A exits (merger and acquisition).

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 18, 2012

This has value now, and is critical for maximum value in a merger or acquisition. Convincingly presents a patent, trademark, or other “secret sauce” that can create equity value, not just current cash flow for the owners. Not in a heated rush. Calm and self-assured, rather than desperate.

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Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

Tech acquisitions went crazy at the same time the IPO market did. The Rise of Mergers and Acquisitions -– March 2003 -2008 After the dot.com bubble collapsed, the IPO market (and most tech M&A deals) shutdown for technology companies. And some companies didn’t even have to go public to get liquid. billion.) So what’s left?

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 12, 2022

Most of their new claims to innovation are acquired through mergers and acquisitions from the entrepreneurial pipeline. They have become a by-product of innovation rather than the cause of it: Conglomerates grew from industrialization, not innovation.

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Artificial Inteligence Offshore Merger Technical Review 315

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 26, 2020

The options here include going public (IPO), merger/acquisition, liquidate, or no exit, just paying off investors. Investors want to know how and when they might see some return on their investment, since startups require some event to show value. Most investors don’t want long-term commitments.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 7, 2020

You need to be constantly assessing mergers and acquisitions, as well as divestitures. These days, the market is moving so fast that it is rarely adequate to rely only on internal development to keep up with change. Hone your process for due diligence and integrating these new elements. Proactively prepare for downturns and recoveries.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 22, 2013

This has value now, and is critical for maximum value in a merger or acquisition. Convincingly presents a patent, trademark, or other “secret sauce” that can create equity value, not just current cash flow for the owners. Not in a heated rush. Calm and self-assured, rather than desperate.

Technical Review 273

Technical Review Intellectual Property Angel Investor Elevator Pitch 273

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

Even still, in the context of all three points, I recommend that you evaluate the most common exit alternatives and considerations, and integrate the right one into your startup strategy and plan: M&A - merger or acquisition by another company.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2010

This has value now, and is critical for maximum value in a merger or acquisition. Convincingly presents a patent, trademark, or other “secret sauce” that can create equity value, not just current cash flow for the owners. Not in a heated rush. Calm and self-assured, rather than desperate.

Angel Investor 241

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

With over three decades of experience in private equity investments, acquisitions and mergers, Mark Hauser has developed a keen ability to recognize trends and do his due diligence. In tandem with these efforts toward organic growth, they will also explore opportunities for inorganic growth through acquisitions.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 2, 2013

That means merger and acquisition (M&A), not initial public offering (IPO). That goes back to the strength of the management team as the #1 threshold. Exit strategy. What’s most realistic these days is an exit via sale to an existing major company for which you solve a meaningful problem.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 5, 2012

Also, this competitor will now be a better candidate for merger or acquisition (M&A), due to the existing relationship, when either of you is ready for that step. Once you have established your credibility and value, a strategic partnership may extend to a financial relationship.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Even still, in the context of all three points, I recommend that you evaluate the most common exit alternatives and considerations, and integrate the right one into your startup strategy and plan: M&A - merger or acquisition by another company.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

Most of their new claims to innovation are acquired through mergers and acquisitions from the entrepreneurial pipeline. They have become a by-product of innovation rather than the cause of it: Conglomerates grew from industrialization, not innovation.

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Entrepreneur Offshore Merger Technical Review 263

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 4, 2011

Also, this competitor will now be a better candidate for merger or acquisition (M&A), due to the existing relationship, when either of you is ready for that step. Once you have established your credibility and value, a strategic partnership may extend to a financial relationship.

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Partner Non-Compete Merger Technical Review 225

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 14, 2016

In the current economic landscape, it’s common for startups and businesses to seek a buyout or acquisition — in fact, it’s frequently the goal from the start. Whether your company is generating profits or operating at a loss, taxes are a significant risk area in any acquisition. by Jeff Stark, Audit Partner at Sensiba San Filippo.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 21, 2019

This is the end game for an industry, and many companies, characterized by mergers and acquisitions to a few dominant players. Companies with an innovative and creative bias, which thrived during the innovation phase, usually struggle in this period. The emphasis is on global processes and tight execution. Consolidation.

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Dilution Merger Flash Global 224

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 8, 2019

Thus I’m getting more questions on new mechanisms, like crowd funding, or going public through the side door as a reverse merger. Reverse mergers may not get your startup on the Nasdaq. The reverse merger process itself doesn’t raise any capital. Yet reverse mergers are not all bad.

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Gust

OCTOBER 19, 2014

The good news is that a patent can scare off or at least delay competitors, and as a “rule of thumb” patents can add up to $1M to your startup valuation for investors or M&A exits (merger and acquisition).

Software Review 173

Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 173

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 28, 2019

It is widely used for mergers and acquisitions to help entities collaborate and disclose data for transparency. Aside from mergers and acquisitions, the VDR can also be used in different industries. The VDR is cloud-based storage that makes use of software to keep critical information of companies in one place.

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Security Software Review Technical Review Merger 113

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2021

An excellent Virtual Data room should provide privacy in business mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, due diligence , amongst other solutions. With this, you can ensure access levels when sharing projects and making deals with external stakeholders. The strength of a Virtual Data Room lies in its security.

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Technical Review Due Diligence Merger Security 158

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Most of their new claims to innovation are acquired through mergers and acquisitions from the entrepreneurial pipeline. They have become a by-product of innovation rather than the cause of it: Conglomerates grew from industrialization, not innovation.

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Engineer Entrepreneur Offshore Merger 219

ReadWriteStart

OCTOBER 16, 2012

With the acquisition, Geoloqi’s software is not going away. The merger helps Geoloqi concentrate on real-world problems instead of catering to the whims of the trendy app market. Geoloqi’s free apps show off the kinds of superpowers that can be built using its software development kit. Solving Real-World Problems.

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Up and Running

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

We will cover them in more depth below: Acquisition. Acquisition: The acquisition is often known as a “merger and acquisition.” An acquisition or merger does not have to happen on a big scale. This list should give you an idea of common types of exit strategies. Management buyout.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 14, 2013

This is the end game for an industry, and many companies, characterized by mergers and acquisitions to a few dominant players. Companies with an innovative and creative bias, which thrived during the innovation phase, usually struggle in this period. The emphasis is on global processes and tight execution. Consolidation.

Dilution 187

Dilution Merger Flash Global 187

YoungUpstarts

JULY 10, 2017

Additionally, certain contract acquisition costs, such as commissions, may be added to the balance sheet, thus impacting the timing of expense recognition. Companies should review working capital needs and assumptions and revise them to fit the new cost patterns as these are likely to be assessed in the due diligence process as well.

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Revenue Technical Review Software Review Due Diligence 124

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 3, 2014

Thus I’m getting more questions on new mechanisms, like crowd funding, and an old one long out of favor, the so-called “reverse merger.” Reverse mergers may not get your startup on the Nasdaq. The reverse merger process itself doesn’t raise any capital. Yet reverse mergers are not all bad. Marty Zwilling.

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 3, 2009

Imagine your investor has to call the CEO of a $20 billion company for approval for your merger or sale. Plus, many acquisitions happen when you are already partnered with the company so you may have to get beyond the hurdle in point 5 before getting to this step. You may struggle to land their competitors as your clients.

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VC Cafe

JULY 5, 2017

The report sums up the exits of Israeli high-tech companies in merger & acquisition deals and initial public offerings, as well as buyout deals, from 2012 to H1/2017. In the past 6 months, exits comprised 46 merger & acquisition (M&A) deals, seven initial public offerings (IPOs) and four buyouts, totalling $1.51

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Technical Review Merger Initial Public Offering Israel 94

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 17, 2015

Privacy issues that come to light in the course of the due diligence process for an acquisition can also threaten their valuation. Additionally, plan for an acquisition now by telling your users in your privacy policy that you may transfer the data in the event of a merger or acquisition. Do what you say.

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