Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2014

I always advise software startups to file patents to protect their “secret sauce” from competitors, and to increase their valuation. 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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NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

If we want to maintain and support sustainable economic growth while meeting the broader needs of society, we will need an economy underpinned by innovation and new technologies. Agenda items will focus on key metrics illustrating value creation, particularly in software as a service companies. This equity will vest over 2-3 years.

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Board Effect

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Nonprofit organizations can change their mission statements without disrupting their nonprofit status as long as their new missions still qualify under the description for a tax-exempt status under section  501(c)(3) of the tax code. They  They also must notify the IRS, their donors and their members. Timing can be of the utmost importance.

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Software Review Technical Review Government Programming 87

Gust

OCTOBER 19, 2014

I always advise software startups to file patents to protect their “secret sauce” from competitors, and to increase their valuation. 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

The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 25, 2017

Currently, there’s the universal dependence on specialized software and computers to keep companies operating, and more offices are transiting into paperless working spaces. Securing financial transactions requires the best virtual data room software to replace the traditional physical data rooms. Fundraising. Business Audits.

Software Review 60

Software Review Technical Review Intellectual Property Due Diligence 60

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

With new virtual and augmented reality technologies emerging, the merger of traditional and digital media is more than just on the horizon. It’s an exciting technology, so here are ways to prepare yourself for the revolution. Software like Adobe Spark’s flyer maker can assist in creating both digital and physical flyers.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 20, 2016

Before the advent of cloud technology and the Internet, company files had to be stored away in physical data rooms (PDRs). However, virtual data room software came as a huge relief to many companies because it reduced wastage of time and numerous expenses made to physically store data. Mergers and Acquisitions.

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Software Review Technical Review Due Diligence Security 100

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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Software Review Technical Review Due Diligence Startup 100

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 27, 2012

David encourages entrepreneurs to stay away from the big tech firms (such as Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Apple) because they are hard to compete with. I believe entrepreneurs should, in David’s words, “build big businesses on the outskirts” but I don’t believe that Silicon Valley tech giants will outmaneuver startups.

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Silicon Valley Technical Review Early Stage Cofounder 299

Women Entrepreneurs Can

AUGUST 29, 2024

In addition to providing guidance and clarification, many lawyers also specialize in drafting templates and terms and conditions for various purposes, including software, products, corporate documents, and a wide range of other contract types. Or maybe you’re a tech startup branching into healthcare, where strict HIPAA compliance is crucial.

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Hiring Merger Technical Review Software Review 52

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 22, 2018

With constant downsizing, mergers, and business pivots, today’s workers must be able to create a stable income. The key is to know how to find, review, and evaluate information and turn it into a compelling argument that supports your point of view. Transitioning to a Gig Economy.

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Start Up Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

What has the impact of technology been on human evolution? Especially given that this technology is created by us, for us. With the rate of technological change and power increasing exponentially, will it eventually leave humans behind or be the bastion of human dominance and longevity? Technology is becoming more human.

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Technical Review Technology Merger Software Review 72

Board Effect

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

In the digital age, the scrutiny of the media relative to patient concerns, billing practices, product, and public safety, and consumer rights often reflects back on the healthcare board’s role, processes, diligence, reliance on executives, and the strength of board oversight. Time for a Compliance Review. Conflicts of Interest.

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Board Effect

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Medicare introduced a coding system for billing. Advances in technology inspired the introduction of electronic medical records, which have now become standard practice. Adding to that, automation and artificial intelligence are front-runners in technology and they stand to change healthcare financial practices even more.

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Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Software Review Government 59

David Teten

JULY 29, 2011

A bit belatedly (due to a backlog of blog postings), I wanted to announce ff Venture Capital ‘s summer intern class. He enjoys playing indoor/beach volleyball, writing Yelp reviews, and shamelessly spreading the gospel of comic books as a serious art form. We’re actively recruiting interns for the fall. Franklin Bi.

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Software Review Venture Capital New Jersey Silicon Valley 133

David Teten

JANUARY 10, 2012

17, on “How Investors Are Increasing Their Returns Through Collaboration and Technology”. The first panel will focus on public markets and will discuss the use and effectiveness of social media tools and data mining technologies in harnessing the wisdom of crowds to generate investment ideas.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

MARCH 9, 2022

If you have a planned expansion or merger in the coming year, it will have a direct impact on your hiring processes. If a particular department is falling short, you should consider running an analysis to see if it’s due to a personnel problem or is there a shortfall of resources and the right technology. Create A Solution Plan.

Small Business 59

Small Business Technical Review Merger Software Review 59

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 5, 2012

As an example, a few years ago I worked for small software company selling an expensive enterprise workflow product. Both now lead with the same processors, but Dell offers custom system configuration at ship, while HP capitalizes on more impressive display and battery technology. Up-sell related products after the initial sale.

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Non-Compete Merger Technical Review Software Review 241

abovethecrowd.com

AUGUST 23, 2020

Now imagine you are selling any other asset, be it a piece of art, a home, a piece of software, or perhaps your car. If you talk to the market-makers that execute the Direct Listing they have zero technical concerns about how it would work. Door #3: The SPAC Merger. The real oversupply might be over 100X.).

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IPO Silicon Valley Warrant Matching 118

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 4, 2011

As an example, a few years ago I worked for small software company selling an expensive enterprise workflow product. Both now lead with the same processors, but Dell offers custom system configuration at ship, while HP capitalizes on more impressive display and battery technology. Up-sell related products after the initial sale.

Partner 225

Partner Non-Compete Merger Technical Review 225

Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

Posted on September 14, 2009 by steveblank Over the last 30 years Wall Street’s appetite for technology stocks have changed radically – swinging between unbridled enthusiasm to believing they’re all toxic. Tech acquisitions went crazy at the same time the IPO market did. 3) invest in and take equity stakes in exchange for capital.

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Silicon Valley IPO Technical Review Venture Capital 236

Mike Michalowicz

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Using the internally developed software, the Judge Group executes Internet Bots that continuously crawl the internet in search of new potential candidate resumes and new job postings. Once the perfect applicant is selected by the bots, the software sends out a friendly note to the candidate.

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CPA Software Review LLC Technical Review 76

crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2012

The Ugly Numbers Behind The Viggle-GetGlue Merger | TechCrunch – [link]. Why a jewelry startup had to build enterprise software to survive - [link]. 26 Free Fonts For Designers | Tech Design Blog – [link]. 35 Minimal Poster Designs – Inspiration #2 | Tech Design Blog – [link].

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Social Media Small Business Design Cofounder 107

venturebeat.com

JULY 12, 2012

VentureBeat | News About Tech, Money and Innovation. Despite the name, the Bing Fund doesn’t require its companies to work with the Bing search engine or the technologies associated with Bing, including speech recognition, image processing, video, local/geo/map technologies, and so forth. Backup Software.

Detroit 69

Detroit Incubator Technical Review Venture Capital 69

Duct Tape Marketing

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Click on over and give us a review on iTunes, please! And then we'll obviously need to bring in some technology because we do it virtually. There's not really strong software that does that. There's not a strong piece of software that we've seen. A lot, lot of times it's a technical hire. Blumer CPAs.

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CPA Technical Review Revenue Forecast 85

Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 5, 2010

What I realized in working with so many startup technology firms is that even if you don’t give permission to third-party apps to access your information much of it is available anyways as long as somebody you’re connected to is more promiscuous with third-party apps.

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Social Network Networking Internet EC2 297

mashable.com

OCTOBER 16, 2010

More and more VCs have deals in their portfolios that have long outlasted their investment value, and more and more VCs are seeking to unload these deals, at a loss, as reverse merger vehicles. FarmVille" Lands on the iPad View More » Tech Microsoft: Windows 8 Is 2 Years Away Sony Retires the Cassette Walkman Aft.

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Angel Investor Venture Capital Social Media Technical Review 84

mashable.com

OCTOBER 16, 2010

More and more VCs have deals in their portfolios that have long outlasted their investment value, and more and more VCs are seeking to unload these deals, at a loss, as reverse merger vehicles. FarmVille" Lands on the iPad View More » Tech Microsoft: Windows 8 Is 2 Years Away Sony Retires the Cassette Walkman Aft.

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Angel Investor Venture Capital Social Media Technical Review 83

Transformify

AUGUST 1, 2019

Carlos, a lot has been said about diversity and inclusion but there is little to no guidance of building diverse teams post-mergers and acquisitions. Prior to that, it was a group of smaller companies put together through mergers and acquisitions. Diversity post-merger has two main aspects: Cultural diversity at a national level, and.

Merger 70

Merger Acquisition Securities and Exchange Commission America 70

Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 5, 2010

Was it massively better software, better companies, better markets? Pundits are mixed on whether FourSquare represents a major technology trend or a fad but undoubtedly it has captured the zeitgeist of the technology elite at this moment in time. No prizes for guessing … there’s ALWAYS a second act in technology.

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Social Network Networking Internet Technical Review 318

www.founderinstitute.com

MARCH 2, 2010

The only science and technology-focused comprehensive university located between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, Harrisburg University’s academic mission is to create, to attract and to expand economic opportunities in the region.

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Term Sheet Liquidation Preference Vesting San Diego 40

Pascal's View

AUGUST 12, 2009

Between 2001 and 2008 mergers and acquisitions (M&A) accounted for 87% of venture-backed company exits, up from an average of 44% in between 1992 and 2000. Large corporations are generally not known for being innovative and even less for creating new jobs after acquiring other companies (merger “synergy” is code for firing people).

IPO 28

IPO Silicon Valley Merger Sweat Equity 28

Up and Running

JULY 22, 2014

Major corporations use pro forma statements to illustrate projected numbers, like in the case of a merger or acquisition, or to emphasize certain current figures. But if you want to be technically correct in your terminology, go ahead and call your financial statements “pro forma.”.

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Balance Sheet Forecast Equity .Net 148

Steve Blank

JUNE 15, 2009

Convergent Technologies When I was in my 20’s I worked at Convergent Technologies , a company that was proud to be known as the “Marine Corps of Silicon Valley.” I had thrown myself into a startup because work was an exciting technical challenge with a fixed set of end points and rewards. The Adventure of a Lifetime.

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Entrepreneur Silicon Valley Technical Review RSS 295

www.inc.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Technology | Thursdays. TECHNOLOGY. Business Software. Technology. Last spring, Dave Graham , founder of software consulting firm Arizona Bay, learned that a major client, Jumpstart Automotive Media, had been acquired for more than $80 million. Join our community. Forgot login ? Start-up | Mondays. Advertising.

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Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 9, 2017

They’re pulling in things like critical reviews so if a business is on [00:03:32] or Eater or some of these other — depending on your industry you know maybe it’s something like Superlawyers if you’re a lawyer. John: What do you think about the trend to blend organic and paid. David: Sure. David: Yes. Absolutely.

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Search Technical Review SEO Small Business 32

Hearpreneur

JUNE 4, 2021

Jump forward 16-17 years, through numerous mergers, sales, wins and losses, and our current agency, HUB, is going strong, powered and pushed forward by that original desire to do a good job, create sustainable digital products and generally make a difference. My interests were in technology, and my dreams were in California.

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Entrepreneur B2B Database Technical Review 139