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29 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

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My research was valuable enough for a large corporation that is known for creating a popular operating system to give us about $250K in funding. We were witnessing, firsthand, the dramatic shifts in B2C e-commerce, and the resulting incredible experiences and benefits brands were delivering their retail consumers. I was a Ph.D.

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The Venture Capital Secret: 3 Out of 4 Start-Ups Fail

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based companies initially funded by venture capital between 2006 and 2011, 84% now are closely held and operating independently, 11% were acquired or made initial public offerings of stock and 4% went out of business, according to Dow Jones VentureSource. Consumer Services (B2C). Connecticut. Connecticut. Social Services.