Some budding entrepreneurs have unrealistic ideas about how easy it is to capture the attention of venture capitalists. Individuals may spend weeks perfecting their marketing materials and expect their polished products to make an immediate impression, but the sad fact is that many venture capitalists do not have the 15 minutes that it would take… Read More…
The private equity industry has steadily expanded, as it has continuously proved to be one of the most successful asset classes. According to some estimates, more than a third of junior investment bankers who started two-year positions in 2012 have since transitioned to private equity. Over the past three decades, private equity has outperformed the… Read More…
Due diligence is the process by which investors learn more information about potential investments to make the best decisions for the future. Investors interested in an emerging company need to develop a personal due diligence process that looks at the key areas of general inquiry as well as the specifics that matter the most to… Read More…
When venture capitalists are deciding whether to fund a fledgling company, they must consider a number of factors to determine if the investment is wise. Entrepreneurs should have polished and convincing pitches to catch the attention of venture capitalists, but these short speeches likely won’t address all of the questions that potential investors need answered… Read More…