Deal marketing on the internet: Using Software to Find Investors and Sell You...OurCrowd
Join me (Zack Miller, head of the investor community at OurCrowd) and Steven Dresner, CEO and founder of dealflow.com and author of Crowdfunding: A Guide to Raising Capital on the Internet, to learn about how entrepreneurs are using Internet technologies to identify, target, and land top-notch investors and how investors are using the same technologies to find investment opportunities.
Join us to learn about:
The cutting-edge ways top companies are raising money online
The 3 mistakes companies make raising money and how to avoid them
How to leverage the added transparency of the Internet and shared data to raise more money, more quickly
Legal Academy by Dragon Law: Early Stage Funding - ACE 11 AugDragon Law
Legal Academy by Dragon Law: A Dragon Law initiative to empower business owners with essential legal knowledge for every stage of the business.
In Module 6: Early Stage Funding, we cover:
- Early stage funding versus Series A/B
- Types of financing: pros & cons
- Angel investors & VCs: Who are they and what do they expect?
- Private investments: What documents do I need?
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The Changing Relationship Between Investors and Investments OurCrowd
Take this opportunity to meet OurCrowd’s new president, Anthony DeChellis, who brings to the discussion his extensive experience in the private banking and institutional finance world. Anthony previously served as CEO of Private Banking Americas at Credit Suisse, headed Private Wealth Management at UBS, and held a range of leadership positions at Merrill Lynch, including Manager of the European Private Banking Business.
Deal marketing on the internet: Using Software to Find Investors and Sell You...OurCrowd
Join me (Zack Miller, head of the investor community at OurCrowd) and Steven Dresner, CEO and founder of dealflow.com and author of Crowdfunding: A Guide to Raising Capital on the Internet, to learn about how entrepreneurs are using Internet technologies to identify, target, and land top-notch investors and how investors are using the same technologies to find investment opportunities.
Join us to learn about:
The cutting-edge ways top companies are raising money online
The 3 mistakes companies make raising money and how to avoid them
How to leverage the added transparency of the Internet and shared data to raise more money, more quickly
Legal Academy by Dragon Law: Early Stage Funding - ACE 11 AugDragon Law
Legal Academy by Dragon Law: A Dragon Law initiative to empower business owners with essential legal knowledge for every stage of the business.
In Module 6: Early Stage Funding, we cover:
- Early stage funding versus Series A/B
- Types of financing: pros & cons
- Angel investors & VCs: Who are they and what do they expect?
- Private investments: What documents do I need?
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Brought to you by Dragon Law: Asia's trusted platform to manage law online.
Experience the new face of business law. START A FREE TRIAL: http://ow.ly/kiTj302kKJU
The Changing Relationship Between Investors and Investments OurCrowd
Take this opportunity to meet OurCrowd’s new president, Anthony DeChellis, who brings to the discussion his extensive experience in the private banking and institutional finance world. Anthony previously served as CEO of Private Banking Americas at Credit Suisse, headed Private Wealth Management at UBS, and held a range of leadership positions at Merrill Lynch, including Manager of the European Private Banking Business.
Building a solid financial model and determining pre-money valuations for fundraising, are some of the most challenging activities for entrepreneurs. Creating a set of realistic financial projections is critical for founders to effectively communicate valuation expectations to investors and potential partners, while at the same time use as an important framework for prioritizing spending and maximizing the return on scarce resources.
Based on her experiences as a valuation expert, Stanford Lecturer, Silicon-Valley entrepreneur and startup advisor, Efrat will provide practical, hands-on advice on how you can:
• Build a robust business and financial model, based upon realistic expectations and sound assumptions
• Analyze and select the appropriate revenue models and cost structures for your emerging venture
• Understand the User Metrics and key performance indicators (KPI) benchmarks in your industry, and how they impact your funding and valuation
• Determine your valuation trajectory throughout the funding cycle, from seed funding to an exit event
• Successfully communicate your financial vision and expectations to investors
The Startup Equity Valuation Timeline
Angel Investment & Valuation
Angel Funding: The Valuation “Triangle”
Three Valuation Methods
VC Valuation Approach: Industry Standard Discount Rates
Comparables Valuation Approach: Median/Mean Round Size
Comparables Valuation Approach: Pre-Money Valuation
Range
Angel Valuation Considerations
The Dave McClure Five “Million Dollar Point” Approach*
A Seed/Startup Venture Fund & Collaboration Community working with, supporting and compensating Incubators, Universities and Economic Development Agencies
F-Prime Capital prepared a market analysis for 2018's year-end discussion. We are sharing it with our broader community in the hope that someone will find in informative, interesting or at least entertaining.
Maximise the value of your business - Business SuccessionCraig West
Business Succession and Exit planning - found out how to maximise the value of your business with our 21 step process, fund your retirement and make sure your business continues !
DealMarket Digest Issue137 - 17 April 2014Urs Haeusler
SEE WHATS NOTEWORTHY IN PRIVATE EQUITY THIS WEEK /// ISSUE 137 - April 17th, 2014:
- Cravings for Direct Co-Investment Still Strong
- Narrow Niches and Big Returns
- Australian PE Backed IPOs Outperform
- The Traits of Family Wealth Managers That Make Money…. and Lose it
- CEOs Get M&A Fever Again
- Quote of the Week: Betting on Justice
The Play Bigger Data Science Team discovered powerful new insights into how U.S. VC-backed companies create enduring value.
Then HBR wrote a feature story around the Play Bigger Discoveries. What follows is the report behind the story.
For Free.
How Do Venture Capitalists Make Decisions by Harvard & Stanford Professors:
Venture Capitalists (VCs) play a pivotal role in shaping the future of innovation, funding groundbreaking startups that redefine industries. A comprehensive study led by Paul Gompers, along with esteemed colleagues from Harvard and Stanford, delves into the decision-making processes of VCs, offering unique insights into what drives their investment choices.
Key Takeaways from the Study:
1) Management Over Market: VCs prioritize the management team's capabilities more than the business's market potential, highlighting the critical importance of strong leadership.
2) Strategic Deal Sourcing: Successful VCs rely heavily on their professional networks for deal sourcing, emphasizing the value of strong relationships and a solid reputation in the industry.
3) Value-Added Post-Investment: Beyond capital, VCs contribute significantly to startup success by providing strategic guidance, connecting with customers, and aiding in key hires.
Robert Kinnun • Madison Avenue Securities, Inc. (“MAS”)
- Growth of passive index investing increases the need for active management by Linda Ferentchak
- Technology sector tops Q3 earnings season
- Brokerage options: an "instrument-rated" approach to 401(k) plans (Mike Jones, ProEquities, Inc.)
Building a solid financial model and determining pre-money valuations for fundraising, are some of the most challenging activities for entrepreneurs. Creating a set of realistic financial projections is critical for founders to effectively communicate valuation expectations to investors and potential partners, while at the same time use as an important framework for prioritizing spending and maximizing the return on scarce resources.
Based on her experiences as a valuation expert, Stanford Lecturer, Silicon-Valley entrepreneur and startup advisor, Efrat will provide practical, hands-on advice on how you can:
• Build a robust business and financial model, based upon realistic expectations and sound assumptions
• Analyze and select the appropriate revenue models and cost structures for your emerging venture
• Understand the User Metrics and key performance indicators (KPI) benchmarks in your industry, and how they impact your funding and valuation
• Determine your valuation trajectory throughout the funding cycle, from seed funding to an exit event
• Successfully communicate your financial vision and expectations to investors
The Startup Equity Valuation Timeline
Angel Investment & Valuation
Angel Funding: The Valuation “Triangle”
Three Valuation Methods
VC Valuation Approach: Industry Standard Discount Rates
Comparables Valuation Approach: Median/Mean Round Size
Comparables Valuation Approach: Pre-Money Valuation
Range
Angel Valuation Considerations
The Dave McClure Five “Million Dollar Point” Approach*
A Seed/Startup Venture Fund & Collaboration Community working with, supporting and compensating Incubators, Universities and Economic Development Agencies
F-Prime Capital prepared a market analysis for 2018's year-end discussion. We are sharing it with our broader community in the hope that someone will find in informative, interesting or at least entertaining.
Maximise the value of your business - Business SuccessionCraig West
Business Succession and Exit planning - found out how to maximise the value of your business with our 21 step process, fund your retirement and make sure your business continues !
DealMarket Digest Issue137 - 17 April 2014Urs Haeusler
SEE WHATS NOTEWORTHY IN PRIVATE EQUITY THIS WEEK /// ISSUE 137 - April 17th, 2014:
- Cravings for Direct Co-Investment Still Strong
- Narrow Niches and Big Returns
- Australian PE Backed IPOs Outperform
- The Traits of Family Wealth Managers That Make Money…. and Lose it
- CEOs Get M&A Fever Again
- Quote of the Week: Betting on Justice
The Play Bigger Data Science Team discovered powerful new insights into how U.S. VC-backed companies create enduring value.
Then HBR wrote a feature story around the Play Bigger Discoveries. What follows is the report behind the story.
For Free.
How Do Venture Capitalists Make Decisions by Harvard & Stanford Professors:
Venture Capitalists (VCs) play a pivotal role in shaping the future of innovation, funding groundbreaking startups that redefine industries. A comprehensive study led by Paul Gompers, along with esteemed colleagues from Harvard and Stanford, delves into the decision-making processes of VCs, offering unique insights into what drives their investment choices.
Key Takeaways from the Study:
1) Management Over Market: VCs prioritize the management team's capabilities more than the business's market potential, highlighting the critical importance of strong leadership.
2) Strategic Deal Sourcing: Successful VCs rely heavily on their professional networks for deal sourcing, emphasizing the value of strong relationships and a solid reputation in the industry.
3) Value-Added Post-Investment: Beyond capital, VCs contribute significantly to startup success by providing strategic guidance, connecting with customers, and aiding in key hires.
Robert Kinnun • Madison Avenue Securities, Inc. (“MAS”)
- Growth of passive index investing increases the need for active management by Linda Ferentchak
- Technology sector tops Q3 earnings season
- Brokerage options: an "instrument-rated" approach to 401(k) plans (Mike Jones, ProEquities, Inc.)
FInancial Modeling and Valuations for Startups: Telling your Story with NumbersForesight Valuation Group
Telling your story with numbers, building a solid financial model and determining pre-money valuations for fundraising, are some of the most challenging activities for entrepreneurs.
Creating a set of realistic financial projections is critical to effectively communicating valuation expectations to investors and potential partners, while at the same time serving as an important tool to help articulate how you will prioritize spending and maximize the return on investment for an investor.
Based on her experiences as a valuation expert, CFO, start-up advisor and Stanford Lecturer, Efrat Kasznik will provide practical, hands-on tools on how you can :
• Build a robust business and financial model, based upon realistic expectations and sound assumptions
• Analyze different revenue models and cost structures associated with the formation of an emerging venture
• Implement best practices for structuring short and long term financial projections for your business plan and investor fundraising
• Understand the factors and models that determine startup valuations throughout the funding cycle, from seed funding to an exit event
• Successfully communicate your financial vision and understanding to investors
Crowdfunding, the JOBS Act, and the Future
of Innovation Funding
-Startup Valuation Trends
-Factors Affecting Startup Valuations
-Startup Valuations and Crowdfunding
-Rewards-Based Campaigns
-Equity-Based Fundraising
This presentation was given by Foresight Valuation Group President Efrat Kasznik at the UP Cloud Computing Conference in South San Francisco on December 12, 2012.
WINDING UP of COMPANY, Modes of DissolutionKHURRAMWALI
Winding up, also known as liquidation, refers to the legal and financial process of dissolving a company. It involves ceasing operations, selling assets, settling debts, and ultimately removing the company from the official business registry.
Here's a breakdown of the key aspects of winding up:
Reasons for Winding Up:
Insolvency: This is the most common reason, where the company cannot pay its debts. Creditors may initiate a compulsory winding up to recover their dues.
Voluntary Closure: The owners may decide to close the company due to reasons like reaching business goals, facing losses, or merging with another company.
Deadlock: If shareholders or directors cannot agree on how to run the company, a court may order a winding up.
Types of Winding Up:
Voluntary Winding Up: This is initiated by the company's shareholders through a resolution passed by a majority vote. There are two main types:
Members' Voluntary Winding Up: The company is solvent (has enough assets to pay off its debts) and shareholders will receive any remaining assets after debts are settled.
Creditors' Voluntary Winding Up: The company is insolvent and creditors will be prioritized in receiving payment from the sale of assets.
Compulsory Winding Up: This is initiated by a court order, typically at the request of creditors, government agencies, or even by the company itself if it's insolvent.
Process of Winding Up:
Appointment of Liquidator: A qualified professional is appointed to oversee the winding-up process. They are responsible for selling assets, paying off debts, and distributing any remaining funds.
Cease Trading: The company stops its regular business operations.
Notification of Creditors: Creditors are informed about the winding up and invited to submit their claims.
Sale of Assets: The company's assets are sold to generate cash to pay off creditors.
Payment of Debts: Creditors are paid according to a set order of priority, with secured creditors receiving payment before unsecured creditors.
Distribution to Shareholders: If there are any remaining funds after all debts are settled, they are distributed to shareholders according to their ownership stake.
Dissolution: Once all claims are settled and distributions made, the company is officially dissolved and removed from the business register.
Impact of Winding Up:
Employees: Employees will likely lose their jobs during the winding-up process.
Creditors: Creditors may not recover their debts in full, especially if the company is insolvent.
Shareholders: Shareholders may not receive any payout if the company's debts exceed its assets.
Winding up is a complex legal and financial process that can have significant consequences for all parties involved. It's important to seek professional legal and financial advice when considering winding up a company.
A "File Trademark" is a legal term referring to the registration of a unique symbol, logo, or name used to identify and distinguish products or services. This process provides legal protection, granting exclusive rights to the trademark owner, and helps prevent unauthorized use by competitors.
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Military Commissions details LtCol Thomas Jasper as Detailed Defense CounselThomas (Tom) Jasper
Military Commissions Trial Judiciary, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Notice of the Chief Defense Counsel's detailing of LtCol Thomas F. Jasper, Jr. USMC, as Detailed Defense Counsel for Abd Al Hadi Al-Iraqi on 6 August 2014 in the case of United States v. Hadi al Iraqi (10026)
ALL EYES ON RAFAH BUT WHY Explain more.pdf46adnanshahzad
All eyes on Rafah: But why?. The Rafah border crossing, a crucial point between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, often finds itself at the center of global attention. As we explore the significance of Rafah, we’ll uncover why all eyes are on Rafah and the complexities surrounding this pivotal region.
INTRODUCTION
What makes Rafah so significant that it captures global attention? The phrase ‘All eyes are on Rafah’ resonates not just with those in the region but with people worldwide who recognize its strategic, humanitarian, and political importance. In this guide, we will delve into the factors that make Rafah a focal point for international interest, examining its historical context, humanitarian challenges, and political dimensions.
NATURE, ORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT OF INTERNATIONAL LAW.pptxanvithaav
These slides helps the student of international law to understand what is the nature of international law? and how international law was originated and developed?.
The slides was well structured along with the highlighted points for better understanding .
Responsibilities of the office bearers while registering multi-state cooperat...Finlaw Consultancy Pvt Ltd
Introduction-
The process of register multi-state cooperative society in India is governed by the Multi-State Co-operative Societies Act, 2002. This process requires the office bearers to undertake several crucial responsibilities to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks. The key office bearers typically include the President, Secretary, and Treasurer, along with other elected members of the managing committee. Their responsibilities encompass administrative, legal, and financial duties essential for the successful registration and operation of the society.
In 2020, the Ministry of Home Affairs established a committee led by Prof. (Dr.) Ranbir Singh, former Vice Chancellor of National Law University (NLU), Delhi. This committee was tasked with reviewing the three codes of criminal law. The primary objective of the committee was to propose comprehensive reforms to the country’s criminal laws in a manner that is both principled and effective.
The committee’s focus was on ensuring the safety and security of individuals, communities, and the nation as a whole. Throughout its deliberations, the committee aimed to uphold constitutional values such as justice, dignity, and the intrinsic value of each individual. Their goal was to recommend amendments to the criminal laws that align with these values and priorities.
Subsequently, in February, the committee successfully submitted its recommendations regarding amendments to the criminal law. These recommendations are intended to serve as a foundation for enhancing the current legal framework, promoting safety and security, and upholding the constitutional principles of justice, dignity, and the inherent worth of every individual.
Car Accident Injury Do I Have a Case....Knowyourright
Every year, thousands of Minnesotans are injured in car accidents. These injuries can be severe – even life-changing. Under Minnesota law, you can pursue compensation through a personal injury lawsuit.