Finding VC Funding & Competitors
Looking to generate funding to take your business to the next level of execution? Check out on Management Library website How do I find information about venture capital?
Learn all you need to about raising the first round of funding from Harvard i-lab skill share class "Mastering the VC Game: How to Raise Your First Round of Capital" with Jeff Bussgang (senior business lecturer at Harvard Business School).
The Management Library has created a FAQ page on "How do I find information about venture capital?"
Explore the following databases at the Johnson Management Library:
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CB InsightsThis database offers real-time information about venture capital and angel investor-backed start-up companies. If you are looking for a profitable idea, this database can also give you a snapshot of what industries are considered "hot" for investment. Please note, you are limited to 6,000 downloads per year.
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Mergent OnlineUse the Investext tab to find analyst reports and SWOT analyses for companies. Look for GlobalData and MarketLine reports.
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Capital IQCapital IQ has extensive PE and VC coverage. The screener allows you to find VC firms by investments, areas of interest, location, and other criteria.
Creating a Business Pitch
The chances of getting your business plan funded largely depends on how effectively you communicate your product potential with the investors. The following resources can help you perfect your pitch and tell a convincing story about your startup.
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Canaan Pitch Workbook 2013Canaan partners, a venture capital firm, has put together an actionable guide to help entrepreneurs to clearly communicate their business idea.
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How to Perfect Your PitchHow to Perfect Your Pitch is a slide deck created by Guy Kawasaki, the author of thirteen (business) books including "Art of the Start."