Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 29, 2010

GRP Partners is looking to hire two analysts (maybe even three) to join our practice in Los Angeles. The chosen candidate will probably have worked for a very reputable firm that is either in technology, consulting, investment banking, media or a startup. And none of our partners actually worked for any of these firms.

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Los Angeles Technical Review Due Diligence Venture Capital 290

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. Their investment supported Stat Health’s recapitalization, alongside Spanos Barber Jesse & Co.

Private Equity 161

Private Equity Equity Technical Review Software Review 161

SoCal CTO

JULY 23, 2012

What do we need to do to make sure we can survive technical due diligence by investors and partners? It's also the sad fact that there's often a desire to bring someone in who has a bigger reputation and likely experience with larger startups that have gone through M&A or IPO. Who’s responsible for what portions?

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CTO Hire Technical Review Developer Software Review 231

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 6, 2013

Balance the risks to your reputation. When entering any deal you are putting your personal and corporate reputation on the line. Due Diligence. Take into consideration what the impact of doing the deal will do to your brand. White Label.

Technical Review 164

Technical Review Securities and Exchange Commission Non-disclosure Agreement Due Diligence 164

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2024

Choosing the right partners requires thorough due diligence, assessing their reputation, expertise, and alignment with business values. Strategic Partnerships and Alliances Strategic partnerships and alliances offer local market expertise and resources, enhancing credibility and market access.

Technical Review 150

Technical Review Intellectual Property Due Diligence Global 150

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 29, 2017

Stick with people you meet through warm introductions, or count on the integrity of professionals who have a visible reputation and references, instead of a legal document. Here are my guidelines for when a signed agreement is required, versus other alternatives: Insist on a two-way NDA for partner negotiations.

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Non-disclosure Agreement NDA Technical Review Due Diligence 153

David Teten

JULY 25, 2011

Here’s the list of the featured startups and some of my thoughts: Zipmark is using QR codes to replace checks, giving customers and vendors a lower-cost payment solution; Syphr is providing highly personalized credit management and financial optimization applications to improve lead generation for financial institutions and online finance sites; (..)

Software Review 114

Software Review New York City Technical Review Due Diligence 114

The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Corruption remains an issue in some regions, so it’s essential to perform due diligence and partner with reputable local firms. Understanding these cultural differences is crucial for developing strong relationships with local partners, suppliers, and customers.

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Mexico Canada Intellectual Property North America 147

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 21, 2023

Again, this isn’t something that you’ll want to discover during due diligence… Limitation of liability A well drafted commercial contract should include a limitation of liability clause. Bespoke bulletproof contracts show maturity, which can only help a company’s reputation.

Technical Review 142

Technical Review Intellectual Property Due Diligence Early Stage 142

VC Adventure

JUNE 14, 2022

I wish the survey had broken out “brand” from “reputation” because I suspect the gap around brand alone is actually quite a bit larger (although I don’t think that will stop many firms from focusing on their branding and marketing efforts…). All of this highlights (again) why performing due diligence on potential investors is so important.

Technical Review 150

Technical Review Due Diligence Portfolio Venture Capital 150

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 15, 2017

Of all the security threats mentioned here, this is probably the one that requires most due diligence and is the most difficult to identify. Security-focused code reviews and rigorous penetration testing are also highly recommended. Using a strong defense strategy to counter cyber threats and data breaches.

Security 140

Security Software Review Technical Review API 140

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

CEOs who talk, and really listen, to everyone in the organization gain the highest reputation. Investors (and team members and partners) find that it’s more effective to assess an entrepreneur’s fit to these personal characteristics than it is to assess the real potential of an idea, or the probability of good luck.

Technical Review 120

Technical Review Kentucky Due Diligence Japan 120

The Next Web

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

In India, the leading firms are slightly more concentrated with Sequoia India , Accel Partners , and Nexus Venture Partners being a cut above the rest. Finding the right partner is a much bigger win than the extra cash or minimizing dilution. Remember, it’s a two-way street – do your due diligence too.

Asia 132

Asia Silicon Valley India Term Sheet 132

David Teten

JANUARY 23, 2021

I’ve been fortunate to be a Partner at two different VC firms over the past 9 years, and we’ve grown AUM 10X both times. Build the firm as much as possible before you solicit limited partners. . The next best move is to build your core team, e.g., recruit an Advisory Board, Venture Partners, and EIRs. Lastly, gather feedback.

Private Equity 78

Private Equity Venture Capital Technical Review Software Review 78

Hearpreneur

JULY 23, 2023

1- Pay attention to the brand reputation Photo Credit: Jasmine Haitalani My best business development tip is to pay attention to your brand. Think through what will my brand reputation be? For example, you could offer valuable guidance, share resources, or be a dependable partner. What will I be known for?

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Developer Technical Review Entrepreneur Due Diligence 105

reidhoffman.org

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

× At Greylock , my partners and I are driven by one guiding mission: always help entrepreneurs. In a single year, the classic general partner in a venture firm is exposed to around 5,000 pitches; decides to look more closely at 600 to 800 of them; and ends up doing between 0 and 2 deals. It has reputation. Reid Hoffman.

Entrepreneur 111

Entrepreneur Viral Revenue Networking 111

VC Adventure

OCTOBER 22, 2010

And while I’m going to argue (forcefully) here that neither my partners nor I either believe this to be true or even wish for that kind of market power, I should acknowledge that I’ve heard this before. And not just in relation to TechStars companies, but for tech companies based in Boulder more generally. And the numbers support me.

Technical Review 88

Technical Review Colorado Due Diligence Venture Capital 88

Rembrandt Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

When you use an inexpensive press release service, you can damage your business reputation. Reputable reporters, publishers, producers, influencers, etc. Probably not, so… Do your due diligence when it comes to press releases and publicity. Do your due diligence. But hold on! Who is behind it?

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Due Diligence Distribution Reputation Public Relations 263

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 25, 2022

If you have had a bad day, or are in a negative state of mind, skip any tough negotiation sessions with partners and personnel discussions. The last thing you need is a reputation for always being a day late and a dollar short. Do your homework on new investors, partners, and vendors. Your business image will spiral downward.

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Advisory Board Due Diligence Demand Partner 336

Hearpreneur

JUNE 2, 2019

We try to have each attorney do at least 2 lunches per month with current and potential referral partners. Our view is that high seas raise all boats, and so by helping our referral partners to meet the other referral partners they are looking for we can all do more business and build more referrals for each other.

Networking 88

Networking Jordan Charlotte Software Review 88

Entrepreneurs-Journey.com by Yaro Starak

MARCH 10, 2011

I then discuss the journey to search for a product distributor who would become my business partner, how and where I found one, as well as the establishment of the e-commerce portal itself. Suddenly, our operational risks “creeped” into becoming reputational risks. Take your time in selecting your partner.

Technical Review 71

Technical Review PPC Due Diligence Exit Strategy 71

www.paulgraham.com

APRIL 28, 2010

One of the dangers of taking investment from individual angels,rather than through an angel group or investment firm, is that theyhave less reputation to protect. The fund managers, who are called"general partners," get about 2% of the fund annually as a managementfee, plus about 20% of the funds gains. Dont be misled by thisoptimism.

Technical Review 76

Technical Review Startup Software Review Angel Investor 76

David Teten

SEPTEMBER 6, 2015

She had so much insight to share that we broke the interview into two parts, 1) Corporate Venture Capital and more broadly, 2) How the Fortune 500 Can Buy, Invest and Partner with the Innovation Economy (coming soon). . Protecting one’s reputation is incredibly important for any investor, whether independent or corporate.

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Venture Capital Balance Sheet Technical Review Portfolio 60

View from Seed

MAY 29, 2019

Some funds have elaborate platforms or staff to support founders at this stage, but I’ve actually found that the most valuable asset for founders is the time, energy, and capabilities of their lead partner. Some funds have elevated or hired junior professionals to “partner” titles to try to address this.

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Syndicate Syndication Cofounder Cap Table 267

crowdSPRING Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2018

It’s also about the company’s reputation, the way a company’s products and services are advertised, and about a company’s values. Personal branding (how an individual builds their personal reputation) has become popular, especially among influencers. Branding is not solely for companies and organizations.

Marketing 162

Marketing Charlotte Naming Design 162

Up and Running

OCTOBER 1, 2015

The credentials of your prospective partners. Due diligence is required in any area of life. When it comes to your prospective joint venture partners, be sure to verify any information that they give you. The values of your prospective partners. See Also: How to Find a Business Partner.

Intellectual Property 60

Intellectual Property Technical Review Exit Strategy Due Diligence 60

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 14, 2013

It’s very easy to find great SEO companies when you do due diligence and research. What is the reputation of this company? Now let’s expand on them: The reputation of a company matters when doing research. Compare reputations using a site like SEOCompanyReviews.com and carefully assess the different metrics and tactics.

SEO 160

SEO Due Diligence Reputation Search 160

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 14, 2010

I might sink in 4 weeks analyzing the company and completing due diligence only to find out at the very end that previous investors are unreasonable. Reputation – Equally, the investor might not be worried about squeezing out your existing VC, per se, but doesn’t want to develop a reputation as a VC with an edge.

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Venture Capital Liquidation Preference Common Stock Dividend 289

Duct Tape Marketing

JUNE 13, 2024

In this episode, Katie Hollar shares compelling success stories and practical strategies for agencies to leverage reviews to attract ideal clients and enhance their reputation. And so it still influences that relationship in that way because they're validating and they're doing due diligence around whether this is going to be the right fit.

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Technical Review Software Review B2B Demand 90

Feld Thoughts

JULY 5, 2013

Over the past few months I’ve watched several powerful and successful VCs and entrepreneurs damage their reputations by having their words not match up with their actions. This is a deeply held value of mine and of my partners at Foundry Group. Life actions entrepreneur life reputation VC words'

Matching 162

Matching Due Diligence Reputation Partner 162

Austin Startup

OCTOBER 22, 2017

I don’t source financing on their behalf, they generally have the reputations and the personal networks to attract capital if I just get it structured fairly. You have a limited amount of your own time to spend on this advice reception, so do your due diligence and give out your invitations with care.

Technical Review 48

Technical Review Incubator Software Review Vertical 48

Austin Startup

JANUARY 3, 2019

Founders need to do just as much due diligence on their investors as is done on their company. I’ve had such an amazing experience with every investor from Bessemer Venture Partners. What many first time entrepreneurs don’t learn till later is that it’s not a one way street.

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Founder Angel Investor Technical Review Due Diligence 48

Rob Go

DECEMBER 14, 2016

This is usually followed by several weeks or longer of legal due diligence. As a result, most VC’s do most of their due diligence up front, and bring companies through a full evaluation and decision-making process before signing a term sheet. In the M&A process, an LOI feels an awful lot like a term sheet.

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Term Sheet Technical Review Due Diligence Private Equity 28

Rob Go

JANUARY 10, 2017

BTW, once you are an investor, it will serve you well to continue to cement your reputation as one of the up-and-comers that is an established expert in this emerging space. Some of the firms that have analyst sourcing programs include places like Summit Partners, Insight Venture Partners, Bessemer, OpenView, and Volition.

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Technical Review Due Diligence Deal Flow Early Stage 28

Genuine VC

OCTOBER 2, 2012

But it also includes legal due diligence, rounding out the round with additional syndicate investors (often angels in seed rounds), figuring out allocations, as well as sometimes even (but hopefully not) additional business diligence for the institutional venture investors.

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Term Sheet Founder Vesting Due Diligence Syndicate 162

Hunter Walker

AUGUST 7, 2021

That’s not to say we’re always correct, but I will specifically tell a founder ‘and now I’m putting on my Homebrew hat’ when I have a POV that’s informed by my own needs as their capital partner versus what I generally think should be the company’s strategy. When it’s a junior partner. Others VCs definitely know what I’m talking about.

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Term Sheet Due Diligence Reputation Early Stage 154

Transformify

JULY 26, 2023

SOC 2 compliance comprehensively evaluates an organization's internal controls and provides security compliance reports helping to build trust and confidence among stakeholders, customers, and partners. Firstly, it enhances the organization's reputation by demonstrating a data security and privacy commitment.

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